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An ‘up-side down’ holiday home just 15 minutes’ walk to a golden, sandy beach.

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Porthtowan, Cornwall
  • Place, Porthtowan Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Chapel Porth Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Fistral Beach
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Truro

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porthtowan Beach. The vacation home includes a balcony, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Porthtowan Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Chapel Porth Beach - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • St Ives Harbour - 32 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • Fistral Beach - 34 min drive - 20.2 miles
  • Eden Project - 47 min drive - 37.4 miles

Getting around

  • Redruth Station - 16 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cornish Pantry - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Inn For All Seasons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪St Agnes Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Schooners - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Canteen Mount Hawke - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

An ‘up-side down’ holiday home just 15 minutes’ walk to a golden, sandy beach.

Sunfish is a spacious and light ‘up-side down' holiday home, located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and less than a ten-minute walk from the golden and sandy beach of Porthtowan.

With stunning views over the hill to Porthtowan and out to sea, Sunfish is the perfect place to relax after long days exploring the Cornish coastline. Attractively decorate throughout, with a spacious open-plan living area for everyone to enjoy. The well-equipped kitchen comes with everything holiday makers need to cook up a home-made feast and the handy dishwasher makes cleaning up a breeze. Enjoy your scrumptious supper around the dining table and after clear the table and host a family game night, or move over to the comfortable sofas, get cosy and enjoy a movie.

The three bedrooms are found on the ground floor and consist of one king-size room, one double room and one twin room; all are serviced by the shower room and the family bathroom with a shower over bath, wash basin and WC. There is also a snug room on the ground floor with comfortable seating, a television and doors which lead out to the enclosed rear garden. The garden has a lovely decked area with furniture, which is perfect for hosting evening summer barbecues.

Sunfish is the ideal holiday home for families and friends looking for a beach or walking holiday in the heart of Cornwall. Take the short walk down to the village of Porthtowan where you will find the lovely Blue Flag beach with cafes, shops and rolling surf.

Additional Information:
Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Sofa bed available on request or for parties of 7 and more (small additional charge).
Cot and highchair available on request.
The vacation home is heated and features a balcony and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1 square foot

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
562829

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home in Truro is within a 10-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porthtowan Beach. You'll also find Trevaunance Cove and Wheal Coates Tin Mine within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at An ‘up-side down’ holiday home just 15 minutes’ walk to a golden, sandy beach.?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Are there hot tubs at An ‘up-side down’ holiday home just 15 minutes’ walk to a golden, sandy beach.?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at An ‘up-side down’ holiday home just 15 minutes’ walk to a golden, sandy beach.?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is 23.8 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at An ‘up-side down’ holiday home just 15 minutes’ walk to a golden, sandy beach.?

Yes, every house at An ‘up-side down’ holiday home just 15 minutes’ walk to a golden, sandy beach. comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

An ‘up-side down’ holiday home just 15 minutes’ walk to a golden, sandy beach. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house well equipped with everything you need excellent kitchen facilities with good Wi-Fi lovely views out to sea easy access to places also had a really lovely garden
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Modernes Ferienhaus für die ganze Familie

Das Ferienhaus ist hell, modern und gut ausgestattet. Schöner Garten zum Grillen. Der Grillplatz könnte einen besseren Rauchabzug haben. Ansonsten alles top!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022