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Dolcoath is directly in front of you as you look from the car park.
The light and airy living area provides ample space for the whole family to relax and socialise.
The doors from the sitting area lead out onto the front decked area and are perfect for letting in the fresh air on warm days.
The plush sofas offer a cosy spot to curl up with your favourite hot drink and a good book or relax as a family and pop on a film to enjoy together!
Dolcoath is pet friendly so guests are welcome to bring their own four-legged family member!
The plush sofas offer a cosy spot to curl up with your favourite hot drink and a good book or relax as a family and pop on a film to enjoy together!
The dining table is light and airy, offering ample space to come together and enjoy home-cooked meals or takeaway treats!
The kitchen has a minimalistic design yet is well-equipped with everything you could need.
Why not buy in some local produce and cook yourself a Cornish feast?
The decking is the perfect quiet spot to watch the sunset.
There is a storage shed on the rear patio, great for storing all your beach gear.
Surrounded by gorgeous countryside, you'll be able to switch off and just relax.
The minimalistic decor and sunny pops of colour make the room warm, welcoming and uncluttered.
Bedroom 1 boasts a TV, en suite shower and doors to the private balcony for enjoying a morning coffee.
Imagine waking up in this lovely bedroom and treating yourself to breakfast on the balcony!
The bright white bathroom with monochromatic tiles is the perfect space to freshen up for the day ahead.
Bedroom 3 has twin beds and is located at the front of the house.
Soft tones, fun prints and lots of storage options make this the perfect room for children!
Bedroom 2 offers a double bed and is situated at the rear of the house.
Indulge in a slower pace of life; lazy mornings with breakfast in bed and a new book!
Lots of room for your holiday wardrobe and any souvenirs you pick up along the way!
After a day at the beach run yourself a hot bath, add some bubbles, sink in and let your worries be washed away.
Dolcoath benefits from a separate cloakroom on the ground floor.
Five external wooden steps lead to the decked area and front door.
Sit and enjoy an afternoon drink on the decking on a summer's day.
Porthtowan is a short walk away so you can spend your days relaxing on the beach.
Sit on the beach and watch the sun come down.
Take an evening stroll down to the beach and get some delicious food from Blue Bar.
This spacious holiday home is situated in a favoured position within a stunning development of eco beach houses, a short walk from the fantastic Porthtowan beach with its golden sand and renowned surf. With lovely views across this peaceful valley, in a 'secret' corner of North Cornwall, Dolcoath offers the perfect base for a family to benefit from their unique and private surroundings. There are spacious living areas, three comfortable bedrooms, an en suite shower room and a family bathroom, so there's plenty of room for the family to relax.
With private parking and patio, as well as easy access to the local shop, pub and surf school, you won't need to travel far to enjoy a great Cornish break. The coastal path is right on the doorstep, so you can venture along the clifftops to nearby hot spots such as St Agnes and Perranporth.
via five wooden steps onto the decking with front door leading to:
two sofas, dining table and six chairs, TV, doors to the front decking and door to rear patio.
electric oven and hob, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge/freezer.
WC and basin, stairs leading to all bedrooms on the first floor.
king size bed, TV, door leading to balcony, en suite with shower cubicle, WC and basin.
bistro set with seating for two.
double bed.
twin beds.
bath with shower over, WC and basin.
decking with table and seating for four.
parking for one car, electric central heating, the walk to Porthtowan and the beach is via the single track access road, which is uphill on the way back, WiFi, one dog welcome, short breaks available.
Perfect location for the beach and amenities. Lovely spacious property and communication with Aspects very good.
Mrs Jones September 2024
We had a wonderful holiday staying at Dolcoath. A lovely holiday house with great views and areas to enjoy outside. A short walk down to the stunning beach of Porthtowan which had everything we needed - coastal walks along the cliffs to Chapel Porth, mermaid pool to swim in, restaurants, bars and a play area for the children. You don’t need to leave the area at all if you don’t want to - everything is there to explore and only a short walk down from the house. We enjoyed evenings sitting on the balcony or in the garden admiring the views. Well done Aspects on offering great communication and service to help us celebrate a birthday whilst we were there. We would definitely recommend booking with them and booking Dolcoath.
Mrs Fairclough July 2023
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Situated between St Ives and Newquay, Porthtowan is well located for those looking to visit these popular coastal towns. It’s also secluded enough to escape the crowds and relax in a hidden area of Cornwall. Close to Perranporth and St Agnes, Porthtowan is perfect for exploring the sandy beaches in this area and enjoying the stunning views along the South West Coast Path.
'Porth' means 'beach' and 'towan' means 'dunes' in Cornish.
Could there be a more beautiful location for a spot of wild swimming?
Sheltered and calm, this hidden oasis has gloriously clear water.
Wander along the coast path, soaking up those stunning sea views.
Discover silky soft sand and glistening waves at Porthtowan beach.
Close to the rugged cliffs and a stunning sandy beach, yet sheltered by adjoining rolling fields; Porthtowan is in the heartland of traditional Cornwall. There is a vibrant surf scene in the village with a nearby surf school, surf hire facilities and lots of opportunity to enjoy outdoor pursuits. Although secluded, you’re also close to Newquay and Portreath which are both renowned surf spots. Read more on our blog about surf spots in Cornwall.
The Blue Bar beachside restaurant sits literally on the beach and serves delicious meals and bar snacks. There is plenty of outdoor seating where you can enjoy watching the waves and is exceptionally beautiful in the evening as the sun sets.
Nearby, you also have two pubs; the 17th century Victory Inn, and the Unicorn, both serving up fresh local food.
Situated on the South West Coast Path, Porthtowan is ideal for those looking to explore. Coastal walks in this area offer stunning ocean views but venture inland and you’ll find many examples of Cornwall’s mining heritage. Take the circular walk from Porthtowan to Chapel Porth and you’ll find Wheal Coates engine house and the mining remains of Chapel Combe.
There are seasonal dog restrictions on Porthtowan beach between 15th May and 30th September between the hours of 10am and 6pm. Outside of these hours it is dog friendly as well as being dog friendly between 1st October and 14th May. If you do bring a dog, the nearby beach of Bassett’s Cove is to the west of Porthtowan and allows dogs on the beach all year round.
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Perfect location for the beach and amenities. Lovely spacious property and communication with Aspects very good.
Mrs Jones Sep 2024
We had a wonderful holiday staying at Dolcoath. A lovely holiday house with great views and areas to enjoy outside. A short walk down to the stunning beach of Porthtowan which had everything we needed - coastal walks along the cliffs to Chapel Porth, mermaid pool to swim in, restaurants, bars and a play area for the children. You don’t need to leave the area at all if you don’t want to - everything is there to explore and only a short walk down from the house. We enjoyed evenings sitting on the balcony or in the garden admiring the views. Well done Aspects on offering great communication and service to help us celebrate a birthday whilst we were there. We would definitely recommend booking with them and booking Dolcoath.
Mrs Fairclough Aug 2023
We have been going on holiday to porthtowan for 40 years and are so happy that we have found Towan Valley and Dolcoath. The accomodation had everything we needed for a great holiday.
Mrs Spiller Jun 2023
We had a great family holiday at Dolcoath. It is a very spacious house in a great location. Our family of 4 adults had plenty of room. The house is well equipped, and there is parking for 2 medium vehicles.
We rarely left Porthtowan as it has everything you need for a lovely holiday.
Porthtowan beach is about 10 minutes walk away, and is great for bodyboarding, with some lovely walks on the South West Coast Path. There are 2 pubs in the village (we can recommend The Blue Bar), a great fish and chip shop, a village shop and some other cafes and beach/surfing shops.
We can recommend Healey's Cyder Distillery! Lots for all ages to do there.
We would definitely return to Porthtowan.
Mr & Mrs Hayes
Mrs Hayes Jul 2022
We had a beautiful week at Dolcoath! The location is superb, a five min walk down a steep road to the beach or a long walk over the cliffs and down. Porthtowan had everything we needed without being overly busy. The beach is stunning and great for bodyboarding and surfing.
ACCOMMODATION: 4 adults and a toddler stayed comfortably at Dolcoath, the kitchen was well equipped, with comfy beds and sofas. It is hot in summer especially in the back bedroom bring a fan if you can! Our furry friend was very happy but there is no partition between the houses on the decking so be sure to keep an eye on wondering kids and animals
FOR EATING: You must try The Blue Bar, which has beautiful food and is reasonably priced, the Unicorn is a lot more expensive and with less good vibes. Be sure to order your fish and chips during the day at the fish and chip shop to avoid missing out. A little shop in the Village for your needs or a short drive to Redruth for Tesco / Aldi
VIST: Lots to see a short drive away. St Ives is 30 mins away. We loved Porthleven and Kynance Cove was stunning (45 mins away). St Agnes is great and 5 mins down the road, tight for parking down at the beach or park in the village and a steep walk down 15/20 min walk. Porthtowan! Many days can be spent here chilling and surfing.
Aspects were fantastic in their communication and with any questions we had. Don't hesitate to book.
Miss Cox Jun 2022
This holiday home is in an excellent position for Porthtowen .walking distance to the beach with a steep hill coming back up. Good fish and chip shop which you need to book in advance, and two good pubs in the village. Lots to explore in west Cornwall, a good base to start from.
Mrs Farndale Sep 2021
23 Dolcoath is a great base for exploring Cornwall. The property is light and spacious downstairs and the main bedroom is a good size too. Bedrooms 2 and 3 felt a bit small. The kitchen is well equipped for self catering. The Blue Bar, Moomaid Ice Cream and Seasmiths are very good. You can pick up the coastal path just minutes from the property and walk to St Agnes. We walked to Church Porth Cove on the coastal path and then came back via the beach, it was lovely to walk on the stretch of sand back to Porthtowan.
Mrs Ingram Aug 2021
Fabulous location for Porthtowan beach and ideally placed for exploring this part of Cornwall. Well equipped and with enough room for our family with two teenagers to enjoy their own space.
Mrs Faisey Aug 2021
Cosy, warm, modern and homely. It had everything we needed and was very well appointed. Great location being just a few minutes walk to the beach, shop and pub. A perfect Cornish holiday base as not far to Newquay, St. Ives etc.
Mrs Isard Nov 2020
A lovely spacious property in walking distance to the beach if you don’t mind a steepish walk there and back. Very comfy and well equipped.
Dr Fernley Sep 2020
Convenient location, walking distance to 3 pubs, good village fish and chip shop, handy local shop and sandy beach when the tide is out.
Mr Griffiths Jul 2020
Great property in a lovely location, within 5 minutes stroll you can be on the beach, coastal paths or at one of porthtowan’s shops and bars. The house was well equipped and homely with a selection of books, games and dvds to keep you amused if the weather turns. There’s plenty of kitchen equipment if you’re cooking as well as a dishwasher and washing machine to make things easier after a long day.
Mr Sobey Nov 2019
Spacious and well appointed.
Mrs PRISTI Oct 2017
Lovely place to stay. Very quiet. House clean and really well equipped. Had everything you could possibly need. Scones & clotted cream plus milk in fridge and tea bags very welcome on arrival. Definitely returning.
Ms Pollard Nov 2015
Maybe slightly overpriced but well worth a visit. Aspecys holidays were reliable and provide exciting service
Mrs Waters Aug 2015