PORTHPEAN HOUSE

Porthpean House is a 19th-century, Grade 2 listed property and enjoys the most splendid sea views, being uniquely placed with private access just 50 yards above the sandy, sheltered beach at Porthpean and only 1 mile from the 18th-century harbour side village of Charlestown, via the South West Coast Path. Retaining much of its period charm, this traditionally furnished detached Grade 2 listed house, as featured in the 2013 Richard Curtis film, About Time, is an ideal base for exploring the many sandy beaches of St Austell Bay, the fishing port of Mevagissey and the pretty sailing town of Fowey. 

All the amenities of Charlestown are within 1.5 miles by road, including a selection of pubs, restaurants, cafes, a children's playground, a quayside and small stony beaches. St Austell, 2 miles away, has a larger selection of shops and amenities, and for the garden lovers, the Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan are within a 15-minute drive. 

The bustling coastal villages of Mevagissey & Fowey are 5 and 8 miles respectively, there is bike hire at Pentewan, and there are several golf courses close by.

Set on the shores of St Austell Bay, the seaside village of Porthpean is a haven for serenity. This idyllic setting lies on one of south Cornwall’s most enchanting coastal corridors, characterised by its golden beaches, emerald waters and sunny climate, and also its rich maritime history.

When you book a holiday in Porthpean, you’ll find yourselves surrounded by endless coastal walks and countryside trails, while the soft sands and sheltered, turquoise waters of Porthpean Beach are only a gentle stroll away - the perfect setting for a family day out.

Other local attractions include the handsome Georgian port of Charlestown - a famous filming location and home to the Shipwreck Treasure Museum - the Eden Project, with its incredible rainforest biomes, the beautiful Lantic Bay Nature Reserve, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, and the majestic trails that hug the Polperro Heritage Coast.