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Close to Porthtowan Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Internet access
Balcony or patio
Barbecue
Explore the area
Porthtowan
Porthtowan Beach
Place, Porthtowan Beach
2 min walk
Chapel Porth Beach
Place, Chapel Porth Beach
14 min drive
Fistral Beach
Place, Fistral Beach
37 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
46 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
1 bathroom
Bathroom #1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Garden
About this property
Driftwood - a holiday home that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
Driftwood is magically situated a stone's throw from one of the best beaches in Cornwall, Driftwood is dog friendly (there are summertime dog restrictions on the beach, see below) The accommodation comprises a fully fitted kitchen diner, and living room on the ground floor with two bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor. As a bonus, Driftwood now has an EV charge point installed. There is a small garden to the rear with a decked area and a table with benches.
Porthtowan is one of the finest beaches on the North Coast, there is a vast expanse of golden sand at low tide which is ideal for a family game of rounders or cricket. Flanking the beach are impressive cliffs, rock pools, caves, and a tidal pool, but Porthtowan is renowned for its fantastic curling break, there is lifeguard cover during the Easter holidays and from May through to September, and there is a surf school that can teach anyone from 8 years upwards, at the top of the beach is a playground. There are a plethora of dog walks nearby from cliff walks on the coast path, please keep your family friend on a lead, on the beach (however dogs are banned between 10am and 6pm between May 15 and September 30), to exploring the rich mining heritage including Wheal Coates, the archetypal Cornish engine house, dramatically perched on the cliffs at Towanroath approximately 1km north of the beach.
Accommodation Ground Floor: Enter into living room with comfortable seating, flat screen TV, stairs to first floor. Kitchen / dining room with fitted units and appliances, combined fridge / freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, dining table and chairs. First floor: Landing with doors to: Master bedroom with 4'6" double bed and storage, double aspect with low velux windows that have views over the beach. Bunk bedroom with storage. Family bathroom with shower over the bath, WC and hand basin. External: Parking space with TAP EV charging point. Rear garden with decked area, picnic table with benches, Charcoal BBQ. There is another parking space, if required.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Truro
Truro is home to this cottage. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Tate St. Ives, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fistral Beach and Carbis Bay Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Gwennap Pit and Performance Centre.
Is Driftwood - a holiday home that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Driftwood - a holiday home that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Driftwood - a holiday home that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms on 18 September 2026 start from NZ$361, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Driftwood - a holiday home that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Driftwood - a holiday home that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Driftwood - a holiday home that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?
Situated in Truro, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porthtowan Beach. Chapel Porth Beach and Wheal Coates Tin Mine are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Good location parking outside door all equipment their that's required. Pub over road quite good , cafe good . Enjoyed my holiday their , especially good for dogs .
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
11 February 2025
Ideal location
We stayed here for a week and we couldn't be happier. The cottage does show some minimal wear and tear but nothing that presents as a problem. The property was completely functional for our needs - well equipped for cooking and a short walk to the sea (literally a minute away!!). We will definitely be coming back to stay!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kate E.
26 August 2024
Great cottage for the beach at Porthtowan
This is the 2nd time we have have stayed at Driftwood albeit it several years apart. The location is great - just a minutes walk to the beach but it is beginning to feel a bit tired. The flooring could do with updating - carpets maybe need new underlay and the lounge flooring is showing a fair bit of wear. One thing that was a real pain was the bathroom Velux window has no privacy glass - it wouldn't take much effort to add some privacy film - I ended up taping together some news paper to put on it. Also there were no keys for the downstairs windows so we couldn't lock them for security. Another bug bear was that there was no key for the front door - just the back door. The cleaner had a key for the front door but it was not available for the tenants. There were cobwebs in the corners of the Velux windows which was a bit of putting but on the whole a nice place to stay. A washing/drying line in the garden would be very handy too as the clothes horse inside is too small for much to be hung on it and the rails on the radiators are just too low - had to hang towels over the doors. As they say on the TV - location location location!
Kate E.
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