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Genoa is a warm and comfortable little bungalow offering a central base for those wanting to be near the foodie mecca of Porthleven. Easily accessible with private parking, this nautical themed two bedroom bungalow is an ideal base for a small family or couple. A ten minute stroll takes you down to the picture postcard location of Porthleven, where you will be spoilt for choice of where to explore from this dog-friendly property.
With its stunning coves and uncrowded beaches, this harbour town offers plenty to see and do for all ages. After exploring the diverse range of cafes, bars, shops and galleries, head back to the open plan living that your chosen retreat has to offer. With its patio doors that lead out onto the pretty courtyard garden, it really is the perfect spot to end the day.
electric oven and hob, washing machine, table and seating for four, large sofa and arm chair, TV, patio doors leading out onto a private patio.
king size double bed.
zip and link (twin or king) beds.
large walk in shower, WC, basin.
private and enclosed patio, table and seating for four, established raised garden.
there is a communal pathway which goes past bedroom two so occasionally people may walk past, electric heaters throughout, WiFi, up to two dogs welcome, short breaks available.
Clean and comfortable bungalow. No immediate views but only a short walk to see them and as I holiday a lot in this area Genoa proved a good base with a great price!
Mrs Hewson January 2020
A comfortable well equipped apartment that had a generous welcome pack of Cornish tea and coffee. Close to the harbour (5-10 minutes) with pubs, restaurants and takeaways. Ideal location to explore the Lizard and west Cornwall.
Mr Cheeseman September 2019
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Take a short break out of season in Porthleven and avoid the hubbub on the roads and beaches. Soak up the sun on the harbour front and watch the fishing boats pass by. Catch the first glimpses of colour from the acres of Cornish daffodils in early spring with the sea as a back drop as you drive from coast to coast. With easy access to the coastal footpath, head east to discover Gunwalloe Fishing Cove, Polurnan Cliffs and Mullion Cove or head west and marvel at Praa Sands, Perranuthnoe and Marazion.
Take a short walk from Porthleven and reach the coarse sand of Porthleven beach, reaching two miles south as far as Loe Bar, a sand spit separating the sea and forming Loe Pool, the largest freshwater lake in Cornwall.
Porthleven harbour is an enjoyable place to relax, with its cafés, pubs and restaurants providing the perfect place for you to sit outside and watch the world float by!
Porthleven Food & Music Festival
With over 10,000 visitors each year, the festival is popular with visitors and locals alike. It celebrates Cornish food producers, with demonstrations, live bands, street performers and with free entry, it's the perfect family day out. This years event takes place on 26th April. Read about the Porthleven Food & Music festival on our blog.
Surfing
Porthleven is a renowned surf spot amongst the locals, and is more suited to experienced surfers and bodyboarders. Find out more on our blog: Ten of the best surf spots in Cornwall
Cycling
If you enjoy exploring the great outdoors, mountain bike hire is available from our friends over at Porthleven Cycle Hire. There’s a variety of scenic cycling routes in the area, all offering different levels of difficulty, and most offering great coastal views.
Fishing
With such a variety of fishing spots in the area, you’ll be spoilt for choice when staying in a holiday cottage in Porthleven. There’s an angling centre nearby to stock up on tackle and bait before heading out, and Loe bar is just a short walk from Porthleven itself, which offers great beach fishing. Bass fishing is popular in this area and guided fishing trips are available from Porthleven too. With many other popular sea fishing and course fishing spots in Cornwall you’ll be able to try your luck at a variety of places without having to travel too far.
Birdwatching
Behind Loe bar is Loe pool, the largest freshwater lake in Cornwall, and is a great place to enjoy birdwatching. Surrounded by woodland, it’s a great place to go walking and enjoy the Cornish scenery.
Eating out
Porthleven is quickly becoming a foodie's paradise, with a range or top notch restaurants throughout the town. To help you decide where to dine out, read our blog post on Eating out in Porthleven.
Flambards Theme Park
If you fancy a family day out, Flambards Theme Park in nearby Helston is a great place to visit at any time of year. With rides, activities and entertainment with award winning exhibitions and museums, there is something for all ages.
Cornish Seal Sanctuary
A few miles down the road, and set in acres of Cornish countryside is the Cornish Seal Sanctuary. Here you will find rescued and rehabilitated seals and sea lions found on Britain's beaches, alongside penguins, otters, and farmyard animals such as ponies, goats and sheep; a great day out for all the family.
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Held on the anniversary of the consecration of the Parish Church of St Eia in 1434 AD, Feast Day offers visitors to witness - and even join in with - some centuries-old traditions. A morning precesison led by the Mayor to bless the Well of St Eia. Following this, the Mayor will 'Hurls the Silver Ball' into a crowd of children who assemble on the beach below. The one who returns the ball to the Guildhall steps by midday receives a silver coin. In the afternoon the Mayor then throw pennies from the balcony of the Guildhall for children to collect.
4th February 2020
The West Cornwall Spring Show has been running for over 90 years and is a showcase for horticultural excellence within the area of Penwith.
TBC 1st - 2nd March 2020
The small Cornish fishing village of Porthleven hosts its annual Food & Music Festival every April and encorporates street performers, a range of local produce, Samba dancing, theatre, beer marquees, hip-hop dancers, fireworks, Cornish singing & much, much mmore...the list is endless!
26th - 28th April 2020
Join in the celebrations at this community led festival of free entertainment. The annual event celebrates the engineering and mining history of the Camborne area, and is dedicated to Richard Trevithick, pioneer of high pressure steam power & inventor of Road and Railway Locomotives.
27th April 2020
Growing in size and popularity, the St Ives Food Festival features top chefs, quality Cornish goods, sandcastle competitions for children and food demonstrations.
10th - 12th May 2020
Golowan Festival is an annual community arts event that celebrates local culture and the social and natural environment. 'Mazey Day' takes place on the Saturday of the festival and guarantees to be a very colourful affair!
21st - 30th June 2020
Popular with visitors and locals alike, this exciting festival celebrates everything literary, including spoken, written, recited and sung word. Take part in the reading and writing discussions and activities and enjoy the many performances.
3rd - 6th July 2020
For two weeks only, Adventure 001, supporters of Cornwall Air Ambulance, will be bringing their helicopter experiences to St Ives! Choose from a 6 minute flight from £35 to a 30 minute flight from £96 and take in the incredible views across St Ives bay and beyond!
Dates TBC August 2020
Enjoy a weekend of live music, local food and drink, food demonstrations, crafts and local goods stalls and much more! Don't miss out!
25th - 27th July 2020
A fun packed day hosted by the RNLI lifeboat Station. See the lifeboats on display and in action on the water with demonstrations featuring one of the HM Coastguard helicpoters!
8th August 2020
Newlyn Fish Festival is the biggest and best of its kind in the UK. Taste some of the finest seafood on offer and enjoy cookery demonstrations, live music and arts and crafts. Local fishmongers take part in the The Cornish fishmonger of the year competition and the popular 'Fishy Trail' is perfect to keep the kids entertained.
26th August 2020
Now becoming a sellout event, this festival keeps attracting more and more visitors who come to enjoy a wide range of acts, including music, theatre, poetry and visual arts.
14th - 28th September 2020
The 2018 shout will feature more than 20 sea shanty groups for a fun weekend of shanty singing, sailor and pirate themed fancy dress and beer. This year's event will be raising money for Cornwall Air Ambulance and its New Heli Appeal and takes place in various pubs and venues in St Ives.
November 2020
Find unique Christmas presents and tasty treats at Flambards Christmas Craft Fayre. Stalls will be set up in various areas of the park, there will be Christmas music to get everyone in the festive spirit and a chance to meet Santa too.
December 2020
Possibly the most well-known and popular Christmas Lights in the county, Moushole combines stunning displays against the backdrop of their gorgeous Cornish fishing harbour to bring real festive magic to all who visit at this special time of year.
15th December 2020 - 4th January 2021
Visit Santa and his elves at the magical grotto at Paradise Park on selected dates in December. Tickets include a gift from Santa and there's no need to book, tickets are on sale on the day from 10am.
TBC December 2020 (selected dates)
Each year, the people of Penzance celebrate the Winter solstace with a festival of Cornish tradition, torch processions, and dancing.
21st December 2020
The tradition of Tom Bawcock comes from the feast or famine lifestyle of Cornwall. The story goes that it was just before Christmas; there had been no fish for weeks, the boats couldn’t get out into the raging storm, the village was starving. One man, Tom Bawcock, dared to take his boat out of the harbour’s safety. He returned with enough fish to make fish pie for the whole village.
Today, a festival takes place each year to celebrate Tom Bawcock's bravery. During the festival, Star Gazey pies are eaten in memory of this famous event.
23rd December 2020
Spend New Year's Eve in St Ives for an unforgettable evening at the largest fancy dress party in the county. Ring in the New Year with an unbeatable fireworks display by the sea.
31st December 2020
Find out more about New Year's Eve in St Ives here>
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Clean and comfortable bungalow. No immediate views but only a short walk to see them and as I holiday a lot in this area Genoa proved a good base with a great price!
Mrs Hewson Jan 2020
A comfortable well equipped apartment that had a generous welcome pack of Cornish tea and coffee. Close to the harbour (5-10 minutes) with pubs, restaurants and takeaways. Ideal location to explore the Lizard and west Cornwall.
Mr Cheeseman Oct 2019
Absolutely delightful location in a charming Cornish fishing village. The daily walks with dog and having to go past The Harbour Inn ( or not!) all made it a very enjoyable week in a bungalow that had everything you could want and more. From the cream tea on arrival to the last day there was nothing else needed.
Mr Crown Sep 2019
A fabulous home away from home within an excellent location and fantastic parking facilities and just a short 5 minute walk to the harbour. As a family plus dog we would highly recommended this property for exploring the local area and this part of the cornish coast as it is very dog friendly. The addition of a cream tea on arrival was a very welcome surprise & went down well with our teenage girls.
Mrs Hill Sep 2019
On the whole a lovely property and v close to harbour (5 min walk) Good facilities Very comfy beds and lovely bed linen Great walk in shower
Mrs Broom Jul 2019
Very nice place
Mr Shipperley Jul 2019
Genoa is a fantastic property, well stocked spacious kitchen and comfortable beds. The lounge was well suited to a family of 3 and 2 pets. wifi kept the boy happy and a good provision of freeview TV all included. Would recommend to anyone.
Mr Jagger Jul 2019
Well decorated and comfortable accommodation perfect location 15 mins strole to harbour good selection of pubs and restaurant.
Mr Williams Jun 2019
Had another fabulous stay at Genoa. Really dog friendly with an enclosed courtyard garden and just a few minutes walk from porthleven harbour. We will be booking again for next year
Miss Williams Jun 2019
A really lovely property very homely - the cream tea, coffee, tea and milk on arrival a real bonus! Within a short distance to the town/village and parking spaces make it a perfect spot in beautiful Porthleven.
Mrs Kelsall Jun 2019
Enjoyed a great week. Parking definitely a bonus as in town parking is in short supply. Spotless, comfortable and good quality linen and towels. Bit of a climb up from the town but manageable even for two pensioners, the 9 year old grandson couldn't see the problem. Would stay again.
Mr Davies Jun 2019
Great place. Second time we've stayed in Porthleven, as a family with two young children this was a really good choice; bungalow so no stairs, parking in front of the house, and nicely decorated. Beds were easy to move around to make it easier for kids sleeping (including space for a cot). The bungalow, although naturally slightly lacking in charm, was really nicely decorated and was comfy, cosy, and well equipped. A really nice touch with the milk and scones.
The location is brilliant; 5 minutes from the town centre and a very easy walk. Would stay again.
Mr Gatley May 2019
A comfortable, well-equipped property in a great seaside town
Ms Edwards Apr 2019
Very Good Bungalow very well equipped every thing you want is there and parking right out side, There is a small supermarket just down by the harbour plenty places to eat out down and around the Harbour. We thought the Harbour was lovely but the Area it's self did not suit us as we have Disabilities and I don't think Cornwall is very Disable Friendly it's a great county if you are fit but for the Disabled No.
Mr Smith Apr 2019
Reply from Aspects Holidays
Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at Genoa and that it provided everything that you needed. Unfortunately, as in many other towns/counties, there are areas that are still not easily accessible for those with disabilities; the suitability of Porthleven will of depend on your level of mobility. As one person's situation and level of mobility will be very different to another, we would always recommend contacting us before booking, and we are very happy to chat to anyone looking to visit Cornwall, to advise on the most suitable properties to book, and any information that the team may have on suitability of areas/places on interest. We have a bit of information here, which also has some useful links for when it comes to planning your holiday here in Cornwall. Once again, thank you for your helpful comments and we are really happy to read that despite the area not suiting you, that you enjoyed Genoa. Tanya, Customer Services
We had a great week in Porthleven. The bungalow is comfortable and location is good. Scones and cream were a nice touch.
Mrs Bruce Oct 2018
A fantastic property in a good location. Everything in the property you need for a fantastic stay. Easy parking for 2 cars. Will return
Mrs Hares Sep 2018
Genoa is set only 5 minutes walk from the tranquil harbour of porthleven. Accessibility is great for anyone and a bonus of 2 parking spaces which can be hard to find nearer the town. The property it’s self is modern, clean and very accommodating for your four legged friend with a secure enclosed garden where they can wander in and out at there own free will.
Mr Weldon Sep 2018
Genoa is an excellently equipped and located property. We thoroughly enjoyed our week there. The outdoor area is a great place to relax in the evening.
Mr Aspin Sep 2018
We really enjoyed our stay at Genoa in Porthleven. A short walk away from the harbour - it was very clean, very well decorated and really comfortable plus great parking. We hope to return.
Mrs Winn Aug 2018
Wow what a place .You could not ask for a more central location to porthleven 6mins walk and your in the heart of everything.my wife is in a wheel chair and found the bungalow great and very accessible The only bad point is was your there you don't want to leave...cant Waite to return
Mrs McMinn Jul 2018
Excellent smart comfortable cottage with everything you need for a great holiday in Porthleven. Private parking and only a 10 minute stroll into the harbour.
Mrs Tanner May 2018
A lovely bungalow with everything you need, in a prime location for events in the harbour area not to close or to far, easy parking
Mr Fogg May 2018
Very friendly staff who kept in touch to offer support before, during and after the holiday. Our second stay with your company and not the last.
Mrs Stone Nov 2017
Lovely property a stones throw from the harbour. Decorated to a high spec with everything you need for a self catering holiday.
Mr Lancaster Oct 2017
Genoa is very nice property with parking.and just a short walk to the harbour.I will return in the future.
Mr Corbett Oct 2017