It’s a dogs life in Porthleven. For dogs spending time on holiday with their owners there are pubs and cafes, beach walks, coast path adventures and not far away, fun attractions to visit. Being dog lovers ourselves, we’ve put together our favourite haunts for homemade cake and great coffee that welcome furry friends.
Nauti-But-Ice, Porthleven harbour
A lovely relaxed café serving up beautiful views over the harbour with Roskilly’s Ice-Cream, light lunches and Origin Coffee. Enjoy the outside terrace in warmer months and the roaring wood burner in the winter. Go-Nauti, next door, is a family friendly pizza restaurant.
The Stables Café, Penrose Estate (nr Porthleven)
On the outskirts of Porthleven is the wonderful National Trust Penrose Estate. Park at the car park just outside Porthleven (its free!) and walk through the woods and past the fields to the Penrose Café. A great little walk for dogs and people alike. You can see Looe Bar and the old Penrose estate house, plus spend some time in the walled garden. The café serves delicious coffee, sandwiches and homemade cakes.
www.nautibutice.co.uk/the-stables.html
Origin Coffee Café, Porthleven harbour
This little coffee shop is pretty awesome! Origin Coffee originates from Helston, just a few miles away, where their ethically sourced coffee is brewed. It is now in shops all over the world! The views onto the harbour head and towards our famous clock tower make you want to linger a little longer.
Seadrift Kitchen Cafe
Delicious local dishes, evening meals and lovely lunches made by Chris in this fabulous restaurant on Fore Street in Porthleven. Evening booking essential and your dogs are welcome!
Tremenhere Kitchen, Tremenhere Sculpture Garden, nr Penzance
The Woods Café is easily missed if you are visiting the incredible sculpture garden – but is has its own grandeur! The wood and glass building, with large atrium and lovely outdoor seating is a fabulous place to spend a few hours. The food is fabulous! Plenty of vegetarian options, great coffee and specialty cakes. Be sure to visit the little shop which houses a wonderful collection of art and locally made artisan crafts and jewellery.
Ferryboat Inn
Situated not far from Frenchman’s Creek, which inspired Daphne Du Maurier’s novel, this 300 year old Inn sits right on the Helford River. Enjoy a simple, gastro pub style, seasonal food and soak up the atmosphere on the terrace on a sunny day or sit by the fire in the winter.
April Cottage enjoys a central location in the heart of Porthleven. This beautiful, self catering cottage, is finished to a very high standard with quality fittings and stylish detailing.
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Beautifully re-furbished apartment overlooking the historic harbour.
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Located directly on the harbour front this newly renovated first floor apartment has stunning harbour views from the large dual aspect windows in the open plan living/dining room.
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This spacious and comfortable stone-fronted, converted barn is perfect for a family or group of friends. The tranquil countryside setting and wide-open lawns with fields either side attracts local wildlife. With its proximity to Porthleven, it offers the best of both country and seaside! Meadow Barn has wheelchair access.
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Seaside Days offers a quiet retreat on the outskirts of the village with lovely views over farmland and countryside.
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Characterful Cornish cottage with heaps of charm and stylish interiors. Tucked away in a quiet spot in Porthleven with enclosed garden. Perfect for a family holiday or romantic getaway for two. Dogs are welcome.
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This beautiful cottage close to the harbour provides attractive, comfortable and quiet accommodation in the heart of Porthleven.
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Beach Cottage is a traditional Cornish cottage overlooking the beach with far reaching views across to Gunwalloe and the Lizard Peninsula.
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A traditional Cornish cottage in the centre of Porthleven, with lovely views over the harbour.
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A Cornish traditional cottage overlooking the beach with far reaching views across to Gunwalloe and the Lizard Peninsula.
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Located in the historic Old China Clay building, above Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant, directly on the harbourside, Sandpiper is a beautiful apartment with stunning views across the harbour.
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This iconic Victorian property is decorated and furnished with a coastal chic interior, including 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Overlooking the harbour and uninterrupted views across Mounts Bay.
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Just a few minutes' walk from the cliff path, Westward is in an ideal position!
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Perched in an idyllic position on the rock slope with uninterrupted views over the outer harbour, this conveted fisherman’s net loft has breathtaking views across mount’s Bay to the Lizard Peninsula.
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Fishermen’s Loft is a romantic hideaway in a converted net loft boasting south facing views of the outer harbour and across Mounts’ Bay.
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Located in the converted historic Mackerel Building directly on the inner harbour, Mackerel Loft is a second floor one bedroom apartment finished to a very high specification with open plan kitchen living, dining room.
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Delightful apartment in elevated position enjoying views of the harbour from the balcony.
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