Red Sails
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About the home
A recent guest said "couldn't wish for anything more". Red Sails is ideal for families or friends as all three bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms and is such a convenient location - just a short walk from village and beach. Sea and harbour views and a westerly aspect mean gorgeous sunsets. Awarded English Tourist Board 4 star Gold Award, the house is fresh and light, rustic slate and wooden floors and its deep sofas and wood-burning stove make it inviting in winter too.
The front garden catches the afternoon sun so is a great place to sit and chat, while the more private rear deck, with summerhouse, has a wonderful view of harbour, hills and sunsets. Or just sit with a glass of wine on a window seat and watch the world. Off season, snuggle up in deep sofas in the glow of the wood-burning stove after a bracing walk.
Porthleven has an attractive harbour full of colourful fishing boats and is surrounded by interesting shops, galleries, pubs and restaurants. Red Sails is ideally situated between the village, the long stretch of beach and access to the coastal path with its magnificent views and picturesque villages.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Porthleven, 200m |
| Will consider: | Short breaks |
| Access: | Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 50m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | May take pets - please enquire No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Sea view |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms of which 3 en suites |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden |
Further details indoors:
Red Sails has been renovated and decorated to a very high specification. The living and dining area, with rustic slate floors, a wood-burning stove, flat-screen TV and comfortable sofas make it a really great place to relax.
All bedrooms have en suites - the double room with a bath, the other two have showers. The king bedroom has a lovely oak floor and window seats where you can relax gazing out to sea or watch the action in the harbour. The blue bedroom - a double, has a lovely cottagey feel. The third bedroom has bunk beds (top bunk fun for children over 6).
Further details outdoors:
West-facing means the front garden is often flooded with sun in the afternoon and the private rear deck is a great place to enjoy a glass of wine and watch the wonderful sunsets over the hills across the harbour. A summerhouse extends the season.
Further details
Welcome pack provided on arrival.
Steep staircases both internally and to access deck means you need to be reasonably agile.
Conditions
Short-term breaks available only at short notice.
One third of rental fee is required as confirmation. The balance of payment is due eight weeks before your stay to secure booking.
Well-behaved pets welcome if kept downstairs.
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The West Country / Cornwall region
Cornwall is full of history - from smugglers to stone circles; from trading to tin mines. There's plenty to do in and around Porthleven. How about Helston in May decked out for the famous Furry or Flora Dance and mummers play? Or take in the view while you watch a performance at the open-air Minack theatre (performances May to September).
The world-famous Eden Project is enjoyable and educational, Flambards is a fun day out for all the family and Poldark Mine gives you a history of Cornwall's tin mining days. Then there is a trip to Lands End, wonderful gardens Trebah, Trellisick ...... far too many enticements to list them all.
The Porthleven area
Porthleven, a fishing village set in the broad sweep of Mounts Bay, is a holiday destination that entices people back year after year. This charming village, located between Lands End and Lizard Point on the Cornish coastal path route renowned for such magnificent views, is an ideal base for exploring the cliffs, coves and picturesque villages.
Summer and winter are both wonderful. In summer, the sea breezes make walking the cliffs strewn with wild flowers a joy and painting that masterpiece a possibility. The beach is unspoilt and uncommercialised making for relaxing family holidays. In winter, people watch the drama of the seas for hours with huge waves crashing over the granite pier. Painters, sculptors, potters, beautiful jewellery and glass design are making Porthleven an interesting place to shop too.
The village has a well-deserved reputation for food - keen cooks will love our award-winning fresh fish shop, the well-stocked deli and the locally-grown produce as well are delicious. And eating out? There is a great choice of restaurants and bars - the Atlantic Inn where you can enjoy great pub food sitting out front gazing out to sea, or sample the charm of the Ship Inn - a 17th Century fisherman's pub. Alternatively, sit by the harbour and snack on a traditional Cornish pasty or a bag of fish & chips and finish off with some home-made ice-cream (45 flavours to work through). After all you are on holiday!
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Newquay: 65 km |
| Railway: | Penzance: 16 km |
| Ferry: | Plymouth: 88 km |
Nearest airport - Newquay.
National rail access - Penzance or Camborne.
Activities near Porthleven
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Guestbook for Red Sails
A wonderful holiday spent in idyllic cottage - can't wait to come again. Mrs H. Berkshire.
Fabulous week in this beautiful cosy cottage, full of character and very comfortable. The fire was great after the bracing winter walks! Mr & Mrs W, Surrey.
We are back again - cottage still as lovely as ever. S & A, Somerset.
Beautiful cottage in fantastic location - one week not long enough. Family M, Lancs.
Absolutely fabulous cottage. Fantastic views from here. Great places to eat in the harbour. L & S.
Rental prices
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| 3 Jan 11 | 19 Feb 11 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 19 Feb 11 | 26 Feb 11 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 26 Feb 11 | 9 Apr 11 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week | |
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| 16 Apr 11 | 30 Apr 11 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week | |
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| 23 Jul 11 | 27 Aug 11 | £ 1025 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 27 Aug 11 | 3 Sep 11 | £ 775 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Sep 11 | 10 Sep 11 | £ 675 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 10 Sep 11 | 17 Sep 11 | £ 625 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 17 Sep 11 | 24 Sep 11 | £ 575 | - | - | 1 Week | |
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| 29 Oct 11 | 21 Dec 11 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 21 Dec 11 | 28 Dec 11 | £ 700 | - | - | 1 Week | |
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| 8 Sep 12 | 15 Sep 12 | £ 635 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 15 Sep 12 | 22 Sep 12 | £ 585 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 22 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 535 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 29 Sep 12 | 6 Oct 12 | £ 485 | - | - | 1 Week | |
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| 20 Oct 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 535 | - | - | 1 Week | |
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| 3 Nov 12 | 10 Nov 12 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week | |
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| 22 Dec 12 | 29 Dec 12 | £ 700 | - | - | 1 Week | |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
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* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 2 years listed You are contacting Helen Roome
Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This cottage has so far received 0 reviews.  |
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