[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach Family-friendly vacation home in Truro with a bar ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51280000/51278300/51278239/bc45eac8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51280000/51278300/51278239/9b83c63d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51280000/51278300/51278239/1373ac2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51280000/51278300/51278239/0694b94e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51280000/51278300/51278239/9d849e51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a playground at Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach Our beautiful holiday lodge sits at the highest point of the Towan Valley resort, tucked away in a quiet corner. It has a rear terrace, front veranda and a first floor balcony that offer privacy and enable you to be in the sun all day long, or in the shade if it gets too hot. The communal garden to the front is great for children to play and meet others staying in neighbouring properties. The large paved terrace at the rear is a private and sheltered space ideal for sunbathing and relaxing on the large corner sofa. Porthtowan's famous sand and surf beach is just a short walk away, while village amenities include a small grocery store, children's playground, surf hire and tuition and numerous cafes and pub / restaurants including the famous Blue Bar and newly refurbished Unicorn On The Beach. NEW for 2023! Refurbished bathrooms with integrated WC and basin units, real wood flooring to the ground floor and best of all, an air source heat pump providing warm air to the whole house during the chillier days of spring and autumn. It also provides air conditioning on those hot summer days! The high speed fibre internet service keeps you in touch with the rest of the world at all times, and provides up to date local information and guides covering the whole of Cornwall. The ground floor of the house is very spacious and light with three glazed doors and side windows. The lounge area has two comfortable leather sofas, coffee tables, a 49 in. Smart TV and a wide choice of reading material, games etc. The dining area has a large and sturdy oak dining set to seat 8, plus a further table for study, card games etc. The kitchen is separate and also large and well-equipped with a view to the rear and back terrace. There is also a WC on the ground floor. The rear of the house is open right up to the roof with huge windows which greet the morning sun. A painted wood staircase leads to the first floor. The main bedroom is also very spacious and has a delightful balcony which gets the sun for most of the day and has a lovely view over the rooftops to the surrounding countryside and down to the sea. This room has a superking size bed, plenty of drawers and a hanging rail plus a good sized en-suite shower room. Two more bedrooms offer a king size double bed and twin beds , both with storage space and hanging rails. The shared family bathroom has a full size bath with thermostatic shower mixer, plus wash basin and WC. There is an allocated parking space about 50 metres walk from the entrance door. Please note the access path is on a slope and includes some steps so is probably not suitable for anyone with limited mobility that wants to come and go frequently. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Mixer - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - A bar/lounge - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 shared bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 10 steps to reach entrance - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Property located in a resort - Recycling - Unit size: 1,076 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74650000/74647000/74646912/627ea5fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Porthtowan Lodge eco-home, short walk to beach and coastal path. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Coastal Eco home Short Walk From Porthtowan Village Beach ## About the area Located in Truro, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Fistral Beach and Carbis Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out St Ives Harbour. Traveling with kids? Consider Treasure Park, or check out an event or a game at Mount Wise Stadium. Kayaking and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. [Visit our Truro travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Truro.dx182676) [View more Vacation homes in Truro](https://www.expedia.ca/Truro-Private-Vacation-Homes.d182676-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.28875%2C-5.23368&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZxKijn0c7haeOHrXDzAMcxGMh88=) Porthtowan, ENG ### What's nearby - Porthtowan Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Chapel Porth Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Wheal Coates Tin Mine - 6 min drive - 4.2 km - Trevaunance Cove - 9 min drive - 6.9 km - St Agnes Beacon - 10 min drive - 3.8 km ### Getting around - Redruth Station - 13 min drive - Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 39 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Portreath Arms - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cornish Pantry - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Inn For All Seasons - ‬7 min drive - ‪Schooners - ‬9 min drive - ‪St Agnes Hotel - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Coastal eco-home for up to 6, short walk from Porthtowan village and beach located? > This family-friendly Truro vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porthtowan Beach. Chapel Porth Beach and St Agnes Beacon are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question