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Rock Lobster

(Ref. 1107397)

Porthleven, Cornwall Show on map

4.9

Sykes rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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12 Customer Reviews

  • Verified booking

    "The holiday home was exactly as described, and spotlessly clean, which was really appreciated."

    The beds were really comfortable, and the location really good - just a few minutes walk down the road to the harbour, and a little bit further to the beach. All easy walking distance (though hilly, as expected). It was a lovely quiet road, with nice neighbours, and we always found parking for our 2 cars on the same road (we may have been lucky, I guess). The welcome pack in the fridge was thoughtful, useful and a nice touch; and also the basic essentials provided such as toilet paper, dishwasher tablets, clothes detergent. If we were to return to Porthleven, we would definitely consider staying at Rock Lobster again. Thanks for a great visit! A couple of improvements might be to have a spare key or 2 (one set for front door and one set for back was a lot to share between 8, even with using the lockbox, as sometimes we went out, leaving older kids asleep, and wanted to lock them in). Also we sometimes ran out of some cutlery as we ate in a lot. (last para can just be shared with owners)

    Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Aug 2025

  • Verified booking

    "We had an amazing stay in Rock Lobster, the accommodation was so clean when we arrived, and the little touches like the food and milk left in the fridge for us were a very nice touch."

    The accommodation is perfect for walks to the harbour, or the beach. Parking was a little bit of a frustration, but other than that, everything was perfect. We have always loved Porthleven and its restaurants, especially Kota Kai, so the location was always going to be perfect. The house is spacious and everything was better than the photos! We loved it and want to come back again soon!

    Reviewed by David5.0★Jul 2025

  • Verified booking

    "We had a lovely stay at Rock Lobster."

    It is spacious, warm and comfortable. Nothing was too much trouble and they even purchased a travel cot for our granddaughter to use as there wasn’t one in the property. We stay in Porthleven regularly and wouldn’t hesitate in returning to this beautiful property.

    Reviewed by Diane5.0★Dec 2024

  • Verified booking

    "Really lovely property, very well presented"

    Reviewed by Anna5.0★Oct 2024

  • Verified booking

    "Beautiful house, well equipped and stunning views over Porthleven."

    Only downside is like most of Porthleven, finding a parking space.

    Reviewed by Kevin5.0★Sep 2024

  • Verified booking

    "Great house and great location."

    Very clean. Worked well for two families of 4. Very comfortable beds. Two small and minor suggestions - bins in the larger bedrooms and hand towels. The kitchen tap is wobbly and needs tightening (it’s not leaking). Thanks for a great stay and we would definitely stay again.

    Reviewed by Kirsty5.0★Aug 2024

  • Verified booking

    "Lovely house and as described in photos, everything you need provided, nice comfortable beds and fresh linen only criticism was the frying pans considering all other crockery and utensils etc."

    . We're lovely and plentiful. Would highly recommend for a large family stay would definitely stay there again.

    Hi Nicola, We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Rock Lobster and thank you for your feedback too. Jo and Julie Property Owner

    Reviewed by Nicola5.0★Jul 2024

  • Verified booking

    "Wow, what a fabulous cottage, it was like home from home, I am extremely fussy with cleanliness’s this cottage was 10/10, for everything, we were happy for our 11 month old grandson could crawl about."

    Everything was thought of, thankyou soo much for such a beautiful place, and thank you to the wonderful housekeeper Olivia.

    Hi Rachael, Thanks so much for your lovely comments and we're very glad you enjoyed your stay! See you next year!? Jo and Julie Property Owner

    Reviewed by Rachael5.0★May 2024

  • Verified booking

    "We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Rock Lobster!"

    Photos didn’t do it justice. Lovely big rooms, plenty of space for a family holiday (4 adults, 3 under 5’s). It was great the top bedroom had its own ensuite and Tv so that there was some privacy away from the kids for my sister who stayed with us. 2 showers rooms and a gigantic main bathroom was a huge bonus, plenty of space for the children to play. They loved sitting on the bay window! Hosts were welcoming and communicative, we left something behind and they were extremely accommodating getting it back to us. We provided some minor feedback about thicker curtains on the windows that are too big for travel blackout blinds and they were really receptive to improving their guests stay. Lovely location with so much to do nearby, close to the town and massive supermarkets a short drive. I was a little concerned about parking availability as we went in school holidays but always found spaces for our two cars close to the house. It was an absolute pleasure to stay here and would thoroughly recommend/ come again! Thank you for a lovely family holiday!

    Hi Greg, Thank you for your lovely comments and we would welcome you back to Rock Lobster anytime! Jo and Julie Property Owner

    Reviewed by Greg5.0★Apr 2024

  • Verified booking

    "Fabulous, comfy cottage with everything we needed!"

    Brilliant location. Just a small point - we would have loved a coffee machine, and maybe some coat hooks by the front door would be useful. Otherwise everything was just perfect, thank you.

    Reviewed by Jill4.7★Jul 2023

  • Verified booking

    "We were a group of 8 staying at Rock Lobster and we were really pleased with our choice."

    The accommodation was lovely, parking easy and Porthleven a beautiful gem. Owners were really responsive to queries and we will be back. Thank you!

    Reviewed by Chris5.0★May 2023

  • Verified booking

    "We really enjoyed our stay at "Rock Lobster" the house has been finished to a high standard and accommodated our group of 7 adults 1 child comfortably."

    The house I feel has everything you need for a more than pleasant stay. We loved the fact it has 3 bathrooms so there was no queuing when we where getting ready. We had a small issue with the hot water which I spoke with the owner and we tried to troubleshoot unfortunately we where unable to solve the issue so the owner sent out a plumber who attended within the hour and all was sorted. The house it self was lovely and warm throughout our stay even though outside was absolutely freezing. "Rock Lobster" is easy walking distance to the village/harbour where you will find a small supermarket, pubs and a few eateries. My only personal input would be, it would be nice to have had a small tv in the 2 double rooms so you could chill and watch a film when you need a little me time and maybe a Nespresso machine. That is purely personal to me as I don't drink instant coffee however it was NOT the end of the world as I just nipped down to the village for my morning latte and to be fair its a beautiful walk and I could enjoy the lovely scenery while having my coffee. I without a doubt would rent "Rock Lobster" again the rest of the family & also friends/family in Cornwall have said they will be recommending "Rock Lobster" to others. Thank you so much Joe for letting us stay in your little bit of Cornwall it was AMAZING!!!!!

    Reviewed by Michele5.0★Dec 2022

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Summary

  • Three floors
  • Four bedrooms: 2 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x bunk
  • Bathroom with bath, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room with woodburning stove
  • Electric central heating with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • High chair and travel cot
  • Street parking available in any free spaces in the streets around the cottage
  • Rear enclosed multi-level garden with decking and furniture
  • One well behaved pet accepted at £25
  • No smoking
  • Shop and pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.4 miles
  • Note: There are sloping ceilings in the master bedroom, please mind your head
  • Note: A short break must be a minimum of three nights

The property

Tucked away in the pretty Cornish village of Porthleven, is this superb, three-storey, semi-detached town house, Rock Lobster.

Enjoying a fantastic location just moments away from the harbour, beach and local amenities, Rock Lobster is a wonderful choice for a group or family of eight.

The property benefits from a lovely rear enclosed, multi-level garden, perfect for alfresco dining.

Inside, you will find an inviting living/dining room, where you can fire up the woodburning stove and enjoy relaxing evenings with loved ones in front of the Smart TV.

Continue through to the light and airy kitchen, where you can conjure up your best meals ready to enjoy at the dining table for eight, as you toast to a memorable getaway.

Completing the ground floor is a sleek shower room where you can freshen up at the end of the day.

Head up to the first floor, where you will find a well-appointed bathroom, complete with overhead shower, and three tastefully decorated bedrooms, two super-king-size with zip/link, and a bunk.

Climb the stairs up to the second floor, where a spacious king-size awaits with its own en-suite shower room, ideal for those who prefer a little more privacy.

Explore the village, where you can treat your loved ones to fresh seafood at Amelie and Kota, a sweet treat at Natui, and hearty pub fare at Harbour Inn, stock up on essentials the convenience store, enjoy leisurely walks along the picturesque harbour, take a boat trip where you can spot the local marine life, hook your catch of the day along Porthleven Pier, or hike to the beautiful National Trust site of Penrose.

Shipyard Market is a bustling Marketplace, art space and food hall set in a rustic converted shipyard building, in the heart of this historic fishing village.

Next stop is Helston, where you can enjoy a fun-filled family day out at Flambards Theme Park, tour the Museum of Cornish Life, or dine at the Lakeside Café.

Be sure to visit Penzance, where you can take a dip in the Jubilee Pool which overlooks the sea, tour the Penlee House Gallery & Museum, savour a meal at the Pirate Inn, or catch a ferry over to visit the beautiful Isles of Scilly.

All this and more awaits at Rock Lobster.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

Where you’ll be staying

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PORTHLEVEN

  • Helston 3 miles
  • Penzance 10 miles
  • Hayle 11 miles
  • St. Ives 17 miles
  • Falmouth 17.5 miles

Porthleven is one of south west Cornwall’s hidden, coastal gems, located near Helston, famous for it's annual Flora Dance Festival. Situated between Lizard Point and Land’s End, Porthleven retains the feel of a traditional Cornish fishing village, enjoying uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean and the beautiful Cornish coastline. The iconic clock tower sits on the harbour entrance and the pubs, shops, cafés and restaurants cluster around the historic picturesque inner harbour, where there is plenty of boating and marine activity. With a warren of streets lined with classic Cornish, granite cottages, an extensive beach manned with lifeguards, the chance for alfresco dining in one of a number of well reviewed restaurants, and crabbing off the harbour, there are plenty of activities for the whole family to enjoy, all year round. Porthleven is building a reputation for eating out with a popular food festival established in the spring. Out of season, Porthleven has one of the best surf breaks in the country where you can sit down and get lost for hours watching the energetic surfers riding the waves. There are some fabulous hidden coves along this stretch of coastline, including Praa Sands, Poldhu Cove, and Rinsey, a magical setting for the more energetic. You may have even seen pictures of Porthleven on television, being one of the best spots in the UK for storm watching, with the crashing winter waves often being used as the backdrop to weather forecasts. Walkers will enjoy the South West Coast Path, adventuring west past Rinsey Head with spectacular views, or south across Loe Bar to Penrose Estate with it's National Trust cafe, and on to Gunwalloe Church Cove. Take a trip to the Isles of Scilly by boat or plane and marvel at the display of sub-tropical gardens at the stunning Tresco Abbey. The Eden Project near St. Austell offers an interesting day out. Porthleven is the ideal base for discovering the delights of west Cornwall and the Lizard Peninsula.

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Note: A short break must be a minimum of three nights.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

If you cancel before 12 noon , get all of your money back:

  • Rent
  • Extras
  • Fees

excluding the Flexible Cancellation fee and any insurance premium.

There are a small number of circumstances where you can’t use Flexible Cancellation. See the Flexible Cancellation Terms that apply.