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The Roost

Porthallow, Cornwall (Ref. 1059423)

Customer rating

4.9

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  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Electric car charging
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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62 Customer Review(s)

  • Viktor

    “We had an incredible break at the Roost.”

    It’s tucked away in a countryside, away from all the noise and businesses. Back garden has stunning views into the distance with glimpses of sea and boats. The cottage feels very cosy and welcoming. They’ve done a great job with decor, colours and providing all the utensils to make it such an enjoyable stay. The outside area is lovely. We had breakfast outside each morning with our puppy running around and enjoying all the space. Bathroom is very spacious, everything was very clean ...

    It’s tucked away in a countryside, away from all the noise and businesses. Back garden has stunning views into the distance with glimpses of sea and boats. The cottage feels very cosy and welcoming. They’ve done a great job with decor, colours and providing all the utensils to make it such an enjoyable stay. The outside area is lovely. We had breakfast outside each morning with our puppy running around and enjoying all the space. Bathroom is very spacious, everything was very clean and just pleasant environment to be around. We used cottage as a base and then explored all of Cornwall over a week we were staying there. Roads are not as narrow as some reviewers say and we had no issues navigating it in a 4x4. There are two lovely villages at the bottom of the hill with ample parking, pubs, etc. Recommend this to anybody who wants escape business of the life and relax.

    - Viktor, August 2026

Summary

  • One bedroom: 1 x king-size double, with en-suite shower room (double shower, basin WC) plus freestanding bath
  • Open plan kitchen with dining area
  • Sitting room with wood burning stove.
  • Eco electric heating with wood burning stove
  • Note: Logs are provided for one use of the wood burner and guests should purchase their own logs for further use
  • Microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, slimline dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Cot and highchair available on request
  • Off-road parking for two cars
  • EV Charging point available (additional charge payable to the owner) Slate terrace with table, chairs and barbecue
  • Shared use of garden
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry no smoking.

The property

The Roost is a romantic, boutique bolthole for two created from a single storey stone barn, hidden in lanes on Cornwall’s beautiful Lizard peninsula.

A mile from the traditional fishing village of Porthallow and two miles from the pretty village of St Keverne, this is a luxurious base in an area of outstanding beauty.

Beautifully renovated with much flair and style The Roost has been decorated and furnished in jewel tones to create a unique and harmonious retreat for couples seeking a relaxing stay.

To one side there is a stylish slate terrace with table and chairs plus a swing seat – ideal for admiring the panoramic views across rolling countryside towards Falmouth Bay – or in the evening looking up at the canopy of stars (no light pollution here!).

Inside the reception space is open plan with lofty beams and lots of original artwork.

The stylish modern kitchen is fully equipped with everything you might need to rustle up some culinary delights and intimate meals.

The living area is home to a reclining chair and a plump sofa plus a TV and a woodburning stove - perfect for snuggly nights in with a book or a good film.

The bedroom with king size bed is painted restful colours and has a free standing bath – perfect for soaking away after a day exploring the coastal path.

There is also a very smart shower room (suite) with double shower.

With some of the best coastline and prettiest fishing villages Cornwall offers this makes a great base to explore.

Visit nearby Roskilly’s where you can wander through the meadows and ponds, meet the animals and sample the famous ice cream. Follow the South West Coast Path through the picturesque Cornish fishing villages of Porthallow and Porthoustock and enjoy the beautiful coastal views across Falmouth Bay to St. Anthony's Head. Explore the magical creeks of the Helford passage where at St Anthony-in-Meneage you can hire boats, or indulge in a little wild river swimming. Enjoy a pub lunch at Coverack with its little harbour and beautiful beach at low tide, you may even spot a Dolphin or two from here. A stay on the Lizard Peninsula wouldn’t be complete without visiting the breathtaking Kynance Cove with it’s white sands and azure seas. For those seeking to explore this beautiful untouched part of Cornwall, The Roost will make a perfect choice.

Note: Property can be booked with Refs.1121691 together they can sleep six people.

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

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About the location

PORTHALLOW

St Keverne 2m. Porthoustock 1.5m. Coverack 5m

is a small fishing village on the east coast of The Lizard peninsula to the south of the Helford River, in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. Along the coast, to the north, is Gillan Creek and the Helford River, and to the south is the village of Porthoustock, and offshore The Manacles, a great hazard to shipping and a popular diving site for shipwrecks. The South West Coast Path passes through Porthallow which lies within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, especially renowned for it's geology and plants. One road runs through the village, and there is a post office and public house, the Five Pilchards, named for the pilchard fishery. The beach is privately owned with access open to all.

Note: All short breaks are a minimum of three nights

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Off-season

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