The historic fishing village of Porthleven flanks Mount's Bay on the west side of the Lizard Peninsula just south of Marazion in Cornwall just a short drive from Mullion Cove. This is a charming harbour town with amazing coastal vistas and allures many visitors during the vibrant summer months. Hence it is perfectly geared-up for fun family holidays with plenty of activities and attractions to entertain kids of all ages, including St Michael's Mount and The Flambards Adventure Park. Thanks to the National Trust the beaches are protected, pristine and unspoilt. They are designated as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and offer safe bathing and are patrolled by lifeguards during the summer months. This white washed town bustles around a unique south west facing harbour, where fishermen deliver their daily catch to rows of eager restaurants and cafes and where happy tourists meander and relax in an almost Mediterranean ambience. This feeling could be due to the presence of the odd palm tree, boutique and gallery. Porthleven Beach is east of the harbour and reaches its maximum 4km of sand and pebbles at low tide. There is parking, toilets and refreshments and dogs are allowed out of season, but not between Easter and October; one to remember if you are seeking cottages that accept pets. To hire one of the excellent self-catering Porthleven cottages listed below, simply make contact direct with the property manager or owner.
Porthleven Cottage | Sleeps 4
Cornwall budget holiday cottage in Porthleven tucked away behind the main street, sleeps 4 with free WiFi and off road parking for two cars and an... |
Porthleven Cottage | Sleeps 4
200m
Traditional fishermans cottage in Porthleven with sea views, sleeps 4 ideal for family, friends and couples includes sunroom, wood floors, white panelled... |
Porthleven Cottage | Sleeps 6
Located in Porthleven this dog friendly cottage sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms and is only a short walk to the long sandy beach and harbour, a former fisherman's... |
Porthleven Cottage | Sleeps 4
Stylish and contemporary pet friendly holiday home in Porthleven that sleeps 4, a reverse-level property with a spacious and light interior within... |
Porthleven Cottage | Sleeps 6
Sea view holiday cottage in Porthleven with views of Mount’s Bay, a modern terrace cottage that sleeps 6 with pets welcome, WiFi and parking included.... |
Porthleven Apartment | Sleeps 5
Chic, first-floor duplex apartment in Porthleven that sleeps 5 in 3 bedrooms with one pet welcome, light and airy with open plan living space ideal... |
Porthleven Cottage | Sleeps 8
First floor holiday apartment that sleeps eight located near Porthleven in Cornwall ideal for large families or group accommodation, off-road parking... |
Porthleven Cottage | Sleeps 6

300m
Luxury holiday home in Porthleven by the harbour with sea views sleeps 6 in 4 bedrooms, ideal for families, friends or couples, includes allocated... |
Porthleven Cottage | Sleeps 4
Porthleven two bedroom dog friendly traditional fisherman’s cottage just a short distance from 3 miles of sandy beach, ideal for coastal holidays... |
Porthleven Cottage | Sleeps 6
Cornwall seafront cottage in Porthleven that sleeps six with luxurious interiors and a coastal-inspired design in every room. Balcony overlooking... |
Porthleven Cottage | Sleeps 4
This luxury lodge in Cornwall is just a 5 minute walk from Porthleven Harbour and the beach and sleeps up to four guests with two well-behaved dogs... |
Porthleven Beach House | Sleeps 11
Luxury dog friendly beach house in Cornwall just a short walk from the beach at Porthleven with private heated pool, sea views, wood-fired pizza oven... |
Porthleven Beach House | Sleeps 12
Luxurious beach house in Cornwall with 180 degree sea views located in Porthleven. This amazing holiday home sleeps 12 with pets welcome plus there... |