what we do and why we love it

Open sliding glass door leading to a garden patio with outdoor chairs and a stone birdbath, surrounded by green trees and purple-leafed shrubbery; inside, a cream-colored dog is lying on a striped rug near the door.

Our ethos

Privately owned, thoughtfully run. You’ll see this echoed in everything we do. Because we are independent, we love and care for our properties to feel like your home away from home. Where you aren’t just another guest in the throng of high season. From cosy duvets and sumptuous pillows to welcome gifts and every kitchen utensil you could think of, we want your stay to feel easy so you can get the most out of your time with us.

A white outdoor dining table set for a meal with a clear vase of white, blue, and purple flowers, a pitcher of lemonade, a bowl of fruit, champagne bottles, and glassware, on a patio with wooden chairs and a garden background.
Jackie Kitchen sitting at a white table in a lush garden patio with large green plants and pink flowers, reading a book.

Meet the Owner

Jackie Kitchen has had years of experience renovating and running holiday properties. Founder and owner of Niche Retreats, a collection of 12 cottages in Porthleven, Jackie is well-remembered for her excellent standards and beautiful styling. Moving on from Niche, Jackie relocated to France, finding more inspiration in the sun-faded colours and textures of old farmhouses and the quiet pace of life. Returning to Cornwall with a dream to create a more boutique offering, Porthleven & Pasture starts a new chapter…

“After years of renovating and managing beautiful holiday cottages through Niche Retreats, including Anchor Cottage, Saclara Cottage and properties on the Caerhays Castle Estate, I created Porthleven & Pasture to focus on a small collection of my personally owned Cornish retreats. Built on a love of exceptional properties, thoughtful design, and genuine hospitality, it is a continuation of everything I have always valued.”

Privately Owned. Thoughtfully Run.