Chy Lowen in Porthleven, Cornwall, is praised for its stunning harbour views, cleanliness, and modern interior. Guests appreciate the property's location as a base for exploring, with convenient amenities and attractions nearby. The comfort of the bedding and the high-tech kitchen are noted, although some minor critiques include the firmness of the settees and a need for more toilet rolls.
The property is consistently described as exceptionally clean, fresh, and well-maintained, indicating a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is ideal for exploring, with beautiful views and easy access to local delights. Roadside parking is generally available, adding to the convenience.
The property boasts a wonderfully comfortable bed and beautiful bedding, but some guests found the settees a bit hard for longer periods.
The high-tech kitchen and underfloor heating are appreciated, though there were comments about the lack of instructions for some amenities.
While the reviews reflect a well-thought-out decor and high standards, there is no mention of gifts or extra thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.
Chy Lowen is a stylish, mid-terrace cottage set in a prime position, overlooking the stunning coast in Porthleven, Cornwall. Boasting gorgeous sea views from the front of the home, Chy Lowen offers a pet-friendly haven and the perfect spot for a family escape or group getaway, resting near the beach and a hub of amenities. Benefit from being able to park next to the roadside, before taking the external steps to reach your elevated position, accessing the home from the rear. Complete with a reverse-level layout, be welcomed by the bedrooms, with a triple bunk and king-size bedrooms on offer, both serviced by a sleek shower room. Climb the stairs to reach the open-plan living space, well-positioned for enjoying the breath-taking seascape, where you can prepare meals in the fully-equipped kitchen, dine as a four, and unwind with a glass of wine. On warm days, make the most of your outdoor space, dining alfresco and basking in the Cornish sunshine upon the balcony, whilst on wetter days, set out a board game and watch the waves crash against the shore, from the comfort of Chy Lowen. Discover the best of Cornwall from your very own abode; explore the picturesque town of Porthleven, with its quaint harbour, sandy beach, and variety of eateries, shops and bars upon your doorstep, or venture to nearby Helston for a great selection of independent shops for unique gifts and souvenirs, followed by a stop at the fun-filled Flambards Theme Park. Take a stroll down to Penzance and admire the Georgian architecture and discover its lively streets full of restaurants, pubs, and art galleries, or for a day full of sightseeing and touring, be sure to visit St. Michael’s Mount and the iconic Tate art gallery of St Ives. With so much to see and do in the area, experience it all from Chy Lowen.
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.
Reverse-level.
Two ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x triple bunk.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
First-floor, open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with balcony access
Underfloor heating.
Electric oven and hob, combi microwave/oven, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine, hairdryer.
Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and stairgate available.
Enclosed, decked balcony with furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and beach 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: There are steps up to the property, and access is around the rear.
Note: The stairs are narrow and no handrail on upper stairs; please take care
Chris
Beautiful building. Great hi tech kitchen. Easy marking (not mentioned) on website!)
Ian
Our only issue was with Sykes administrative team and an error that happened when booking the place, that said after a couple of phone calls the problem was sorted.
Holly
Not only is Porthleven a beautiful little port town, Chy Lowen was the perfect choice. It boasted amazing views with a comfortable but modern interior, you can really tell that thought has gone into the decor of the house and it has been finished to high standards. Parking was on the road but we always managed to find a spot. My only (very minor) critique is that there was only one toilet roll provided. We would 100% stay here again.
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