Merlyn

Escape with a group of friends or family members to this superb holiday home in one of Cornwall’s bustling port towns. Porthleven boasts a picturesque harbour and a wide variety of restaurants and cafes to enjoy, all within 300 metres of the property. Beyond the harbour is the town’s beach, a stunning stretch of sand that reaches up to Looe Bar in Cornwall’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Spend a day soaking up the sun, building sandcastles with the kids, or try out surfing. Just 0.5 miles away is the National Trust’s Penrose, a beautiful area comprising of a lake, woodland and coast, with lots of walking and cycling routes to enjoy. Pack up a picnic and spend the day exploring. For another fabulous family day out, head to Flambards Theme Park (3 miles), great for kids of all ages.

Enter this superb home through a spacious hallway before heading into the open-plan kitchen/diner, where there’s a charming farmhouse-style dining table seating six. The dining area doubles up as a living space with comfortable chairs and a TV as well as a sideboard full of games, toys, and jigsaws available for guests to use. The main living room is bright and airy, with large sofas and a wood burner. Spend an evening warming up while watching your favourite shows on the TV. A downstairs cloakroom with WC completes the ground floor. Heading upstairs, you will find the five bedrooms. The master has a king-sized bed and an en-suite shower room with WC. The second bedroom has a double bed and a lovely bay window with seating, perfect for watching the boats come and go from the harbour below. Bedroom three has bunk beds and a TV/DVD, great for children to spend some time out. There is also a twin room and a single room, as well as a separate family bathroom.

Outside to the rear of the home is a lovely, enclosed garden. There is a large lawn, great for a kick about, and a patio area with a brick-built BBQ and plenty of seating. A handy outdoor shower area is provided, great for cleaning off sandy feet or rinsing down the dogs. Guests will also have access to storage for bikes, surfboards, or paddleboards.