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Sea Views

North Cornish Coast

Location

Porthtowan is nestled on Cornwall’s north Atlantic coast, is central to a delightful blend of natural beauty, history, and outdoor activities. So, whether you’re a family enjoying your time together, a surfer, or simply seeking history and tranquility, Porthtowan and the surrounding area has many things to offer. You can cycle the Coast-to-Coast path or one of the other many cycle trails or walk the Famous Southwest Coastal path. You can immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery synonymous with the epic historical drama series Poldark. There are many great day trips to be had from Porthtowan. Please click the link below to plan your day trips.

Discover

Discover the beauty of our local Blue Flag award winning beach in a National area of Outstanding Beauty surrounded by dunes, golden sands and spectacular cliffs. Located to the north of Porthtowan at Chapel Porth is the Towan Roath engine house, a World famous traditional Cornish mine poised above the cliffs of Wheal Coates.

Safeshore

Porthtowan beach is patrolled by RNLI Lifeguards starting from Easter School Holidays, weekends following and then daily from end of April to the end of September. Making it a safe beach for your family to enjoy surfing, swimming and our rock pools.

Explore

Look for crabs and star fish in the numerous rock pools and caves. Swim in our very own sea water Mermaid Pool nested in the rocks. Walk to Chapel Porth at spring low tide for a world famous Hedgehog at the Chapel Porth beach cafe.

Holiday Rentals

Sunview – Four Bedroom Home

Stunning home with coastal and countryside views. Within easy walking distance to a one of Cornwall’s best surfing beaches, local pubs, shops and transport links. Experience a relaxing family holiday in a superb four bedroom home located on the beautiful North Cornish coastline. Dogs Stay for free.

The Annex – One Bedroom Studio

Beautiful one bedroom studio with incredible coastal views, fully self contained. Dogs stay for free.

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What People Say

Wonderful stay over Christmas with the family. Comfortable clean and a great open plan living space. Great location for walks and beach. Dominique was really helpful.

Julie December 2022

Fantastic house! The views are incredible and the location was perfect. Easy walk to the beach, shops and local pubs and a great base from which to explore the coastal paths

Nina October 2022

The house is in a great location, with views across to the sea and St Ives. The house is well very clean, well equipped and has a lovely garden. We would recommend this to our friends.

Linda June 2022

This is a beautiful home in a fantastic location. The rooms are lovely and large and the views are amazing. Lovely garden as well. The house is in great condition and was lovely and clean when we arrived. Dominique was around to help us with advice on things to do. Great location for the beach and for exploring the coast. Would definitely go again!!!

Sara

Exploring The Area

The South West Coastal Path – St Agnes to Portreath

The stretch between St Agnes and Portreath, a mere seven miles, is characterised by bizarre place names – Tubby’s Head, Tobban Horse, Sheep Rock – and picturesque remnants of the mining industry.The path showcases spectacular ocean views and many mine chimneys. You will pass by several beaches where you can stop for lunch and even go for a swim.

The Wheal Coates Mine

The Wheal Coates mine opened in 1802 and was worked until its closure in 1889. It was reopened for a short period between 1911 and 1913 when it was finally closed.
The site is most notable for its three engine houses and in particular the iconic Towanroath Shaft engine house, which is now a Grade II listed building. The whole site is in the care of the National Trust (as is the adjacent Chapel Porth beach).

Mount Hawke Skate Park

Mount Hawke is the Southwest’s biggest indoor skatepark with its 24,000 sq ft purpose built warehouse featuring sections suitable for all abilities. World class ramps and bowls for skateboard, bmx and scooters. Along with the wooden ramps inside there is now an outdoor street-style concrete park and a pump track.

Surfing

Cornwall is home to a wide range of surf spots and local surfers. Porthtowan is home to two surf schools that provide lessons for beginners to intermediates we have provided contact information below:

Tris Surf – (+44) 01209 890990

Eskinzo – (+44) 07423745523

The Track

The Track is a safe and exciting place to ride for all ages and abilities. They provide a fun, friendly, socially inclusive riding environment, with their experienced, trained staff adding to a great atmosphere. Enjoy miles of jumps and trails for all ages.

The Mineral Tramways

Porthtowan, located a mere 5 minutes away from the prosperous mining region of Cornwall’s central mining district, enjoys access to a 37.5-mile (60km) network of versatile trails. Numerous trails closely trace the historical tramway and railway routes that were formerly employed to transport ore and essential supplies between the tin and copper mines in the vicinity and ports like Devoran and Portreath.