Rock Lobster

4.9★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

10 Customer Review(s)

Diane
December 2024

“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.

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.

- Diane, December 2024
Anna October 2024

“Really lovely property, very well presented”

- Anna, October 2024
Kevin September 2024

“Beautiful house, well equipped and stunning views over Porthleven.”

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

- Kevin, September 2024
Kirsty August 2024

“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.

- Kirsty, August 2024
Nicola July 2024

“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.

- Nicola, July 2024

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
Rachael May 2024

“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.

- Rachael, May 2024

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
Greg April 2024

“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!

- Greg, April 2024

Hi Greg, Thank you for your lovely comments and we would welcome you back to Rock Lobster anytime! Jo and Julie Property Owner
Jill July 2023

“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.

- Jill, July 2023
Chris May 2023

“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!

- Chris, May 2023
Michele December 2022

“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!!!!!

- Michele, December 2022

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Summary

Over 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 on a first come first served basis in neighbouring streets around the cottage
Rear enclosed multi-level garden with decking and furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.4 miles
Note: There are sloping ceilings with beams, please mind your head
Note: A short break must be a minimum of three nights.

The property

Rock Lobster is a beautiful semi-detached townhouse that spans three stories, and it can be found in the charming Cornish village of Porthleven.

Rock Lobster is an excellent option for groups of up to eight people, thanks to its convenient proximity to the harbour, the beach, and local services.

There is a welcoming living/dining room, perfect for gathering with family and friends in front of the Smart TV after a long day.

Walk through to the bright and airy kitchen, where you can whip up a feast, ready to enjoy at the dining table for eight or alfresco out in the rear enclosed, multi-level garden.

Lastly, the ground floor is finished off with a contemporary shower room, perfect for freshening up after a long day.

Two super king-size zip/link bedrooms and a bunk bed can be found on the first floor, all of which are served by a stylish bathroom, complete with overhead shower.

The second level houses a spacious king-size bedroom with en-suite bathroom.

Visit the convenience store, take a stroll along the picturesque harbour, go on a boat tour to see the local marine life, fish off Porthleven Pier, or hike to the stunning National Trust site of Penrose.

The village also features restaurants serving fresh seafood, including Amelie and Kota, as well as sweet treats and hearty pub fare.

Your next destination should be Helston, where you and your family may have a blast at Flambards Theme Park, learn about Cornish culture at the Museum of Cornish Life, and refuel at the Lakeside Café.

Don't miss Penzance on your trip to Cornwall, where you can relax in the Jubilee Pool with a view of the water, learn about local history at Penlee House Gallery & Museum, enjoy a dinner at the Pirate Inn, and take a ferry to the stunning Isles of Scilly.

Rock Lobster has all these things and more.

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

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About the location

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.

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

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas

Rock Lobster

Porthleven, Cornwall (Ref. 1107397)

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a lovely stay at Rock Lobster.”

“Really lovely property, very well presented”

“Beautiful house, well equipped and stunning views over Porthleven.”

“Great house and great location.”

“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.”

“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.”

“We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Rock Lobster!”

“Fabulous, comfy cottage with everything we needed!”

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

“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.”

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The property

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About the location

PORTHLEVEN