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Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Truro

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Outdoor dining
Bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Beach nearby
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Porthtowan, Cornwall
  • Place, Porthtowan Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chapel Porth Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Fistral Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the area

Truro

Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of this Truro vacation home, you'll find Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porthtowan Beach. Chapel Porth Beach and Wheal Coates Tin Mine are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Porthtowan Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chapel Porth Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Carbis Bay Beach - 30 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Fistral Beach - 36 min drive - 33.4 km
  • Watergate Bay Beach - 39 min drive - 38.6 km

Getting around

  • Redruth Station - 13 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Inn For All Seasons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Schooners - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪St Agnes Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cornish Pantry - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood Spars - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach

Beach House sits 100m from the Blue Flag beach in Porthtowan, a small seaside village with a stunning 1 mile sandy beach, framed by National Trust protected coastline and served by RNLI Lifeguards. Learn to surf at the legendary Tris Surf or enjoy the thrill of nature lying down on a foam body board. On the beach is the 'Blue Bar', a Good Pub Guide pub with great food, and Chapel Porth National Trust cafe, home of the world famous HedgeHog ice cream. Walkers take the South West coastal path from the gate through the UNESCO World Heritage North Cornwall coastline. For cyclists: take an 11 mile coast-to-coast cycle route along old railway lines and one of the best BMX facilities in the UK is nearby. Great location for all of Cornwall, only 5 minutes from the A30. 20 minutes to Truro, 30 minutes to Newquay, Falmouth and St Ives. St Michaels Mount, Padstow, Lands End and The Eden Project are within in a 45 minute radius.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 16
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.5 mi (40-min drive) away from the Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Porthtowan Beach and 16.6 mi (37-min drive) from Fistral Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach to downtown Truro?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Porthtowan.

Contemporary Beach House with sea views and short walk to Blue Flag beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great time with family
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, perfect for our needs. Be aware the driveway is a bit awkward for larger vehicles.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing weekend, everything we needed and it was so clean. Beds and sofa really comfortable and plenty of space for everyone. Host Mark was great and got back to me with a solution very quickly. Plenty of parking in car park, steps up to property bit tricky but ok if fit. Great stay thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic weekend with friends at this beautiful Beach House
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Beach House is a fabulous place to stay - Just like home from home. Plenty of space for everyone who went. Very well equipt with everything you could need. The only downside for us, was the parking. It was very difficult to get up the slope for the first car as it's steep and the second car couldn't get on the driveway, so that the driver could get out and even though the car was in park, it rolled down the ramp. But all said would recommend a stay in the Beach house as it's amazing :D
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for 11 of us ( 3 families) in February. Mark was great with his communication and gave us an extra mattress so we could accommodate an additional person. Lovely spot, sea views and easy to find. Yes, there are steps up to the house (about 70) but we all managed it and we're getting on a bit! We managed to park two small cars on the concrete ramp/driveway. The 30 metres of unmade road to it is narrow so possibly tricky if you are nervous driver...but again we managed it with three different drivers.Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and value for money

A lovely Beach House, in a down to earth part of Cornwall. Great price and great spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Selina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely house with great views over the bay. Ideal place for a grown up family to celebrate my husbands 60th. Lots of space and really well equipt. The parking is a bit tricky, car park in the village free for the next few months.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great for a group of 8. it has good rooms and was clean. For our group it was big enough and it has all what is needed. It was a lovely time in Porthtowan and the house is located perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous stay at The Beach House and was perfect for our requirements for a long weekend to visit and celebrate an elderly parent's birthday who live locally and with family who live in Porthtowan. Whilst we used it as a base and for breakfast, it was very condrtsbke for 6 adults and 1 teenager. The beds were extremely comfortable with big feather duvets and luxury bed linen and their was plenty of hot water for all the bathrooms and showers. The views are stunning and worth the steps up from the car each time. All in all we enjoyed this house and have already booked for a longer visit next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic weekend away with family to celebrate a 40th birthday! We all enjoyed the house especially the views and location. Overall, an excellent stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday house and close to beach. We appreciated the improvements that have been made to the property since our last visit but we missed the large bbq which has been replaced with a small one not big enough when cooking for ten guests .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is in a stunning location with amazing sea views. It was exceptionally clean and had everything we needed for our weeks holiday. We had adults, an infant and dogs too. It felt spacious enough that we all had our own spaces and the fact there were 4 bathrooms was amazing. The steps upto the house are difficult but so worth it.
Teddie enjoying the  lovely decking area
The house by night
The view from the bedroom
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter and myself had a wonderful time.The property is fantastic.Steps were a challenge, I was worried because I am 70 years old, but managed them ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
The property was excellent however there was no prior information about the difficult access up steps from the car park area that had a narrow unmade track approach which would have influenced my booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, good kitchen facilities, great location near the beach, but the uneven access caused more issues than expected; one of our party fell on loose decking and broke their glasses.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

kevin a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice house - great location

very happy wit the accommodation - would definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Allison G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything I expected
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic elevated seaside spot

Lovely space and flexible accommodation in an idyllic spot
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for a family holiday so close to the beach and with amazing views!

Great house, location. Fantastic balcony and fire pit area with incredible views. It was a relaxing, comfortable and easy stay with everything we could have needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great property

Great property
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property for family group

We have just returned from our fourth visit to Beach House and have just booked the property again next year. It is a lovely house with great views of the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Winter Beach Holiday Retreat

We had a wonderful few days, there was a great entertaining space and an awesome chill out room with wood burner and sea views - would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Buck M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Home

The property was extremely clean and well-stocked. It's a beautiful home with a beautiful view of the beach. We really enjoyed our time there. The driveway is a killer and there are several steps to the entrance, but the climb is so worth it! Thanks for a great few days in Porthtowan!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in the Beach House

Lovely views. Close to beach and amenities. Parking a little tight but overall a great house for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024