Outdoor dining area on a terrace overlooking the ocean with a wooden table set with food and drinks, surrounded by cushioned chairs, and white buildings with grey roofs nearby.
Beachside house with white exterior, large window, potted plant, and outdoor seating overlooking the ocean.
Looking through a window at the ocean with waves, a cloudy sky, and a sloped roof outside.
A cozy bedroom with a large bed adorned with textured pillows, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, a wall-mounted lamp, a window with striped curtains, and a black planter near the window.
Cozy living room with large windows, a blue sofa, a wood chest used as a coffee table, a fireplace, and cream-colored walls.

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Wake up to the sound of crashing waves and uninterrupted sea views. Perched above the beach in the heart of Porthleven, Bay Cottage combines timeless coastal charm with contemporary comfort. Handcrafted window seats frame the ever-changing seascape, while modern air conditioning and climate control ensure a comfortable stay whatever the season.

Whether you're enjoying a peaceful morning coffee overlooking the bay, a summer day on the beach or a cosy winter storm-watching break, Bay Cottage is a place to relax, unwind and reconnect with the Cornish coast.

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Your Cornish Coastal Retreat

View of a coastal house with a white exterior, large window, and terracotta roof, overlooking the ocean with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a potted plant with purple flowers.

  • With panoramic sea views, our al fresco dining area is the perfect spot to watch the waves and the sunset over the sea.

  • The front entry porch has bench seating and space for coats and boots.

A view of an outdoor terrace of a white house with multiple windows. There is a wooden table with four chairs, a beige towel draped over one chair, and some dishes on the table. A brown dog is sitting on the patio, looking at the camera. Potted plant
Outdoor dining area with wooden table and chairs, set with breakfast foods, overlooking an ocean view, with white walls and a cloudy sky.
Mudroom with windows, coat hooks with jackets, a wooden bench, a small table, a basket, and shoes on the tile floor.
Outdoor patio with wooden dining table set for breakfast overlooking the ocean, with chairs and a dog in the foreground.

Living Space

A cozy living room corner with a navy blue sofa, beige and textured pillows, a wooden side table holding a tall vase with decorative grass, a framed botanical print, a table lamp with a textured beige shade, and a fringed blanket draped over the sofa arm. The wall behind features vertical paneling and a soft, warm glow from the lamps.

  • At the heart of Bay Cottage is a spacious open-plan living area designed to maximise the spectacular sea views and natural light. Open tread stairs lead up to the bedrooms.

  • The comfortable lounge features oak flooring, cosy sofas, a wood-burning stove, handcrafted window seats, Smart TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Sitting directly above Porthleven beach, it is the perfect place to relax and watch the waves roll in after a day exploring the Cornish coast.

  • At the centre of the open-plan space is a beautiful antique dining table, creating the perfect setting for leisurely breakfasts, family meals and relaxed evenings together.

  • The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need for easy self-catering by the sea, including coffee machine, dishwasher and induction hob

Living room with large windows, white walls, a fireplace, a blue sofa with white throw blanket, wicker basket, round mirror, coffee table with books and cups, and wooden furniture.
A cozy living room with a black sofa, beige pillows, a wooden coffee table with snacks and books, a white armchair with a green pillow, a staircase, and a kitchen with dining area and large windows letting in natural light.
Interior view of a cozy living and dining area with a staircase, wooden floors, a round dining table with chairs, a side table with a lamp, and a sitting area with a fireplace and couches.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel oven, microwave, and stovetop, large window, and various kitchen utensils hanging from a rail.
Living room with white wood-paneled ceiling, large window with curtains, wooden dining table with yellow chairs, a small television, a cozy seating area, and a staircase leading to the upper level.
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Bedrooms & Bathrooms

A cozy window seat with cushions and throw pillows, featuring a patterned fabric blind above the window, with natural light coming through the window.

  • A beautifully appointed bedroom featuring a king-size bed and a handcrafted window seat overlooking the beach. The perfect place to relax with a book or simply enjoy the ever-changing sea views.

  • A versatile second bedroom with twin beds, which can also be configured as a king-size bed, making Bay Cottage ideal for small families, friends sharing or additional guests. Complete with a window seat and beautiful beach views.

  • The beautifully appointed family bathroom features a freestanding bath, walk-in shower with rainfall shower head, underfloor heating and heated towel rail. Perfect for warming up after a day exploring the coast.

  • Located upstairs, next to the rear entrance, you can store all your outdoor or beach gear here. Equipped with a washer dryer and a traditional Sheila Maid drying rack.

  • As well as the main family bathroom, there is a convenient second cloakroom.

A cozy bedroom with a large bed covered in white bedding and decorative pillows. The room features beige walls, a window with light pink curtains, and wooden furniture including a bedside table. The ceiling has recessed lighting and a smoke detector.
View of the ocean and beach through a window, with part of a person’s arm and patterned fabric in the foreground.
Coastal view from a bedroom window with white frame, overlooking the ocean with rocks and waves, next to a cushioned window seat with green pillows and a magazine.
A cozy bedroom with a white bedspread, decorative pillows, a bedside table with a flower vase, a wall-mounted lamp, a window with beige striped curtains, and a trash bin.
A cozy bedroom with three beds, each with white bedding and pastel-colored pillows, a small nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, a window with patterned curtains, and a beige carpeted floor.
A bedroom with two beds, each with white bedding and decorative pillows. A nightstand with a book, a lamp, and a small dish is positioned between the beds. The background features a wall with vertical paneling and a framed picture hanging in the cent
A bedroom with a large window showing an ocean view, decorated with pastel-colored cushions, a hat on the bed, and a floral curtain.
Entryway with light-colored wooden flooring, a beige woven rug, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a wall hook with a hat and a coat, and a tall decor item resembling a crane sculpture.
A bright, modern bathroom featuring a soaking tub, a small side table with soap, a bidet, a sink with a wooden cabinet, a large mirror with gold trim, and a window with a pink, striped Roman shade.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, a wooden vanity with a vessel sink, a mirror, and a glass-enclosed shower with a rain showerhead and handheld shower. The room has a light-colored color scheme with beige tiles and walls, and recessed ceiling lighting
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Outdoor Living

  • The terrace at the front really makes the most of the spectacular sea views for relaxed al fresco entertaining but to keep things practical, there is also a rear entrance where you'll find a an outdoor hose, ideal for rinsing wetsuits, walking boots and sandy paws after a day of adventure. This leads into the upstairs level where there is utility room and cloakroom.

  • Parking in the heart of a charming fishing village can sometimes be a challenge, but Bay Cottage benefits from several nearby parking options within a short walk of the property.

    Many of our guests choose to park up on arrival and leave the car behind, enjoying easy access to the beach, harbour, restaurants and coastal walks right from the doorstep.

    No tight manoeuvres, no squeezing into narrow spaces—just a relaxed start to your coastal escape.

An entryway with light-colored walls and flooring, featuring two closed closet doors, a door with a window, a wooden coat rack with hooks holding a hat, a towel, and a basket on the floor.
Interior of a home with a white ceiling and walls, skylight, framed mirror, wood flooring, and a wooden bench with cushions.
A small laundry nook with a window, a washing machine, a woven basket, a tall glass vase with purple, pink, and green flowers, and a wicker basket with a white cloth inside.
A small bathroom with white walls, paneling, and a beige floor. There is a modern toilet with a tank, and above it is a wooden shelf with a decorative piece. To the right, a window with patterned curtains lets in natural light, and a vase with purple
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THOUGHTFUL TOUCHES

YEAR ROUND COMFORT

Bay Cottage benefits from modern air conditioning, heating and ventilation systems, helping to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature throughout the year while providing a constant supply of fresh air. Whether you're visiting during the height of summer or on a crisp winter escape, the cottage has been designed for comfort in every season.

Kitchen

Induction hob with single oven. Large range of utensils, crockery, cutlery, cookware, glassware, table mats, cleaning products. Toaster, coffee machine with pods provided, slimline dishwasher, fridge-freezer, microwave.

laundry room

Washer dryer, traditional Sheila Maid drying rack and plenty of space to store beach gear and outdoor wear.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Clothing storage in each bedroom, hangers, hairdryer, quality bed linen, extra pillows and blankets. Heated towel rail, premium bath and hand towels, hand and body wash.

Children

Highchair, bed guard and travel cot available - please note this is a multi-level property. Stair gate is provided if required. Baby bedding is not supplied.

Dogs

We know your dog is part of the family and Bay Cottage happily accommodates one dog with a dog bed available on request. We do ask your dog does stay off all furniture and is not allowed in the bedrooms.

LIVING SPACE

Open plan living area with window seats overlooking the bay, dining area seating 4 people, wifi, smart TV, wood burner with initial logs provided.

USEFUL BITS

Shopping bags, picnic ware, tupperware.

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