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Longships

(Ref. 1046092)

Porthcurno, Cornwall Show on map

Customer rating 4.7

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Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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20 Customer Reviews

  • "Good location."

    So close to the beach and for the start of some lovely coastal walks . Loved the balcony overlooking such a pretty garden .

    Reviewed by Julie5.0★Mar 2026

  • "We have visited Longships several times and it is definitely one of our favourite places to stay in Cornwall."

    The beautiful setting is just right for us, peaceful with lovely garden behind the balcony and with many beautiful and interesting places within short walking distance - beautiful Porthcurno Beach, PK Telegraph museum across the road and the wonderful Minack Theatre at the top of the hill with spectacular views.The accommodation is first class, warm and very comfortable with everything you need for your stay .We highly recommend it and are already planning and looking ing forward to our next stay.

    Reviewed by Patrick5.0★Oct 2025

  • "Had a very enjoyable stay at Longships ."

    As the weather was really hot during our stay the apartment was so nice and cool to return to. The accommodation was very well equipped and the surrounding garden was beautiful. We had stayed once before in Porthcurno and this accommodation certainly didn't disappoint. We would happily return.

    Reviewed by Gaynor5.0★Jul 2025

  • "Another great week at a property we love."

    Despite the February booking we had great weather with lots of sunshine, so we had the best of both worlds, with places like Minack almost to ourselves. The property has great heating so I'd recommend an out of season booking like this to all. Thanks again.

    Reviewed by Christopher5.0★Feb 2025

  • "Another great week at this property which we have been using for the last few years."

    We strongly recommend, and have already booked another week.

    Reviewed by Christopher5.0★Sep 2024

  • "We enjoyed staying in Longships."

    It is very well equipped and well furnished. We loved its position close to the beach, the Minack Theatre and beautiful coastline. We would have liked some instructions for the electric heaters as there were several programmes and we were not able to work it out.

    Reviewed by Jennifer4.0★Sep 2024

  • "Very nice property and lovely location."

    A non slip bath mat would be useful as the bath can be very slippery when wet. There was quite a strange smell downstairs

    Reviewed by John5.0★Aug 2024

  • "Such a lovely stay."

    Well equipped and in the most beautiful location. We will definitely recommend to family and friends. Thank you

    Reviewed by Julie5.0★Jun 2024

  • "An absolute joy."

    Excellent facilities throughout, but it’s the little unexpected details that makes a visit memorable, welcome items, deco, information, even an outside shower for wet suits.

    Reviewed by Stephen5.0★Sep 2023

  • "Longships was a lovely place to stay."

    Perfect for us as we were visiting family in Penzance and we also love Porthcurno beach. We will be back and would love to stay at Longships again. Thank you

    Reviewed by Rico5.0★Jul 2023

  • "Longships is ideally located."

    It is close to lovely Porthcurno beach, stunning cliff walks, and the wonderful Minnack Theatre. The accommodation is very clean, comfortable and well equipped, and we cannot speak highly enough of it.

    Reviewed by Peter5.0★Jul 2023

  • "We really enjoyed our stay at Longships."

    It is a lovely, very well maintained property with everything you need for your holiday and in such a great location .

    Reviewed by Patrick5.0★Apr 2023

  • "Amazing location and property."

    Kitchen so well equipped - we made cakes! (Silicon bun trays, scales, whisk all in cupboards). Some great cookbooks, good quality cutlery. A well looked after owners holiday home. Great selection of books, dvds and games for a rainy day. Comfortable beds - what more could one ask for. Lovely quiet village. Stones throw from Porthcurno beach. Lamorna cove is only a couple of miles - well worth a visit. St Buryan has a lively shop selling local bacon and sausage and house just up from there sells great fr eggs.

    Reviewed by Thomas5.0★Jun 2022

  • "A super apartment in a wonderful village nothing more to say it is idyllic"

    Reviewed by Janice5.0★Jun 2022

  • "This was ideal accommodation for our extended holiday in Porthcurno."

    It met our requirements perfectly and we hope to stay there again.

    Reviewed by Ian5.0★Mar 2022

  • "The pub closed down at least 2 months ago and will not reopen until next year at the earliest."

    As we like to have a drink with our dinner and don't drink & drive, this meant that we had to cook in the cottage each evening. This means we don't get a holiday from cooking ! Also, your app gives a countdown to when we can get in. This is set for midnight, but we cannot get in till 17.30 later that day !

    Reviewed by Graham4.0★Sep 2021

  • "Longships felt more like a cottage than a duplex apartment."

    It was very clean and comfortable. It had everything there we needed to make our stay easy. It is also ideally located for the beach - 5-7 min walk.

    Reviewed by Tanuja5.0★Aug 2021

  • "Very disapointed in all the servives, very dirty bathroom mould everywhere, dirty windows and broken curtain poles."

    We had no wifi and very bad comunication as no phone reception so had to drive out of Valley to make phone call, wifi working on our last day, my 16 year old not happy at all ! Over all all very upsetting and very disapointed, will not recomend to stay here or book through Sykes Cottages.

    Thank you for your feedback, we are sorry to hear about the issues you encountered during your stay. We contacted you at the start and during your stay to make you aware of the unforeseen WIFI problems that week at the property. If you had contacted us about the other issues during your stay we would have been happy to help. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Tracy1.0★Jul 2021

  • "Apart from a very uncomfortable mattress (a very hard ridge down the middle ) on the double bed, we had a very pleasant stay."

    We also feel the initial problem with Covid compliance could have been resolved less stressfully with a bit more forethought.

    Reviewed by Pete4.0★May 2021

  • "Lovely accommodation giving space and every amenity you could need in a stunning location."

    Did not want to leave and very much hope to return. Totally recommend.

    Reviewed by ElaineOct 2020

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Summary

  • Two-storey apartment
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king with access to decking area, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Electric heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer and dishwasher
  • TV with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Outside shower for wet suits
  • Decking with furniture
  • Shared terrace style garden with a patch of lawn with steps up to it from the decking and also the parking area
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 3.4 miles, cafe 0
  • 2 miles (maybe seasonal opening times), beach 0.5 miles and pub 1.7 miles
  • Open-top buses regularly stop at Porthcurno that cover the Penwith Coastal route and local taxis are available
  • Easy walking distance to award winning sandy beaches, the Cornish coast path, PK Museum, and the world famous Minack Theatre

The property

Just a stroll from the beach, perched in the picturesque village of Porthcurno, on the south west coast of Cornwall, lies this lovely two-storey apartment, Longships.

With the spectacular cove of soft white sand and clear azure seas just a short stroll away, this is the ideal choice for the family seaside holiday.

Conveniently, leave your vehicle in the off-road parking space as you move your luggage inside the stylish abode with ease.

Step inside to discover the well-presented open plan living area, flooded in natural light and decorated in light tones for a relaxed feel.

There is a a fully equipped kitchen ready to prepare your favourite meal and why not take it outside and enjoy some al fresco dining?

Alternatively, settle down at the dining table to enjoy a heart-warming meal and toast to your coastal escape.

Afterwards, unwind on the plush sofa, with an electric fire to keep the space toasty on cooler evenings and a TV with FreeSat and DVDs to enjoy.

Venture up to the first floor to find the family bathroom to indulge in a soak amongst the bubbles in the tub or relish a rinse in the overhead shower.

The first floor also hosts two pretty bedrooms; throw open the French doors in the master bedroom and let the fresh sea air stream in as you take your morning coffee onto the decking area.

Porthcurno lies just below the unforgettable Minack Theatre, carved out of natural rock on the cliff edge, with the sea as a magnificent backdrop.

Just outside the village lies the Museum of Submarine Telegraphy which is housed in a secret wartime communications centre, whilst a short walk along the coastal path will bring you to Logan Rock or Rocking Stone, which is part of an Iron Age Cliff Castle.

This is a beautiful coastal area with cliff top walks and pretty beaches and the surrounding countryside is equally lovely, where you will find tiny villages and traditional pubs.

A trip to Land's End, the most westerly point in England, is a great day out or visit the stunning St Ives with its beaches, the fantastic Tate St Ives and winding lanes with plenty of gift shops.

Longships is a great apartment for a holiday in a beautiful area of Cornwall.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

Where you’ll be staying

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PORTHCURNO

Land’s End 4 miles; St. Just 9 miles; Penzance 9 miles; St Ives 17 miles.

The small village of Porthcurno is situated four miles from Land’s End on the south coast of West Cornwall. The village has a sandy beach, a café, a restaurant that’s open during the summer season and cliff-top and coastal walks. Porthcurno is also home to the Museum of Global Communications, where you can learn about the underwater cables that connected the village to various places around the world. To the west of Porthcurno is the famous Minack Theatre, which is a superb open air venue with 750 seats and boasts views across Porthcurno Bay to The Lizard. Close by is Land’s End, the most westerly point of mainland England offering something for all the family, and also within reach are lovely Cornish towns and villages, including the popular resorts of Penzance and St Ives. A delightful base for exploring this part of Cornwall.

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