Self-catering holidays and Holiday cottages in Porthtowan

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Porthtowan is a relaxed beach village on the north coast, with a sandy surf beach backed by cliffs and old mining remains. Holiday cottages and parks here are popular with surfers, families and walkers.

The coast path leads to Chapel Porth and the clifftop engine house of Wheal Coates, and on to St Agnes. Portreath, Redruth and Truro are a short drive away. Book your Porthtowan holiday direct with the owner.

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Holiday accommodation in Porthtowan

Cornwall Online has 3 properties listed in Porthtowan.

Simply Sea Views

From 440 to 1000
Porthleven · Self-catering · sleeps 10

For a holiday in Porthleven, Simply Sea Views is a self-catering holiday let close to the centre of things, with a beach less than a mile away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“Coastal Holiday Cottages in Cornwall - Simply Sea Views has a range of holiday cottages From cosy fishermens cottages overlooking bustling harbours to contemporary retreats set over golden Cornish beaches. Holiday cottages sleeping 4, 5, 6 and 10 people” – the owner

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Tehidy Holiday Park

From 22 to 1515
Nr Portreath · Glamping · sleeps 6

Tehidy Holiday Park in Nr Portreath gives you a glamping site as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Short breaks are offered outside the main season.

“Voted Best Holiday and Caravan Site in UK 2023, and rated 4 Pennant Gold AA. Our multi award winning Holiday Park in Cornwall offers bungalows, holiday caravans, wigwam glamping cabins and camping/ touring pitches.” – the owner

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Piskey Cottage

From 315 to 925
Portreath · Self-catering · sleeps 6

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in Portreath: Piskey Cottage is close to the centre of things and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Short breaks are offered outside the main season.

“A short, level walk to the stunning beach, Piskey Cottage is a charming and traditional Cornish tin miners cottage that sleeps 4-6 people and provides the perfect location for your self catering holiday in Cornwall. Private off road parking” – the owner

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Porthtowan holidays – FAQs

Porthtowan is a beach village on the north coast, between Portreath and St Agnes, about 5 miles from Redruth.

Porthtowan Beach is in the village, with Chapel Porth and Portreath close by.

The nearest railway station is Redruth, on the main line from London Paddington, about 5 miles away.

Cornwall Online lists holiday cottages, self-catering homes, B&Bs, hotels, camping and holiday parks in Porthtowan and the surrounding area, each advertised by its owner. If only a few are listed, the page also shows properties across the wider region.

Each property links to its own website. You contact and book directly with the owner, with no booking fees or commission from Cornwall Online.

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