Towancott

Self-Catering Holiday Cottage in Porthtowan on the North Coast of Cornwall

Located in Porthtowan, Towancott is very close to an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a World Heritage Site

Self Catering Holiday Cottage, Porthtowan.

 

 

 

 

About Towancott

Towancott is thought to be the oldest dwelling in Porthtowan, and dates back to the 1600s.  It is one of the few real cottages to be found in Porthtowan, and was originally the farmhouse to Towan Farm.

During the 17th and 18th Centuries, Towancott was owned by the Tonkin family who are of local significance.  Amongst the family were John and Hugh Tonkin who were responsible for the attempts in 1634 and 1684 to build the harbour at St Agnes.  Thomas Tonkin, a famous historian, owned the property during the 1700s.

Accommodation

One of the things that our guests often say is that our cottage is very well equipped.  You can read more comments from our guest book here.

Kitchen

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Master Bedroom

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Twin room

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Single Room

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Porthtowan

Situated at the top of the Porthtowan valley, Towancott is the perfect base from which to explore the Cornish countryside.  The whole area is of great historical importance, and the landscape is dotted with wheals which are evidence of its copper mining past. It is also a popular destination for surfers and beach lovers.

Situated only 8 miles from the flourishing city of Truro, Porthtowan is within easy reach of transport links and a very good range of high street shops.

 

 

Attractions and Amenities at Porthtowan

  • Surf club – surf lessons for both adults and kids, runs a bus service between Falmouth and Porthtowan.
  • Blue bar – voted one of the top 10 places to stormwatch in Cornwall. Serves great food and drinks.
  • Surf Hire shop — very helpful staff
  • Gift/beach shop – sells anything you have forgotten to bring to the beach, and cute ‘pocket-money’ gifts
  • Moomaid of Zennor — serves top-notch ice cream
  • Café – serving a well though-out menu of generously sized paninis and the like, ‘cheesey chips’ and hot drinks
  • Post office/corner shop – selling all the essentials and a decent selection of wines and beers
  • Bus stop — where you can catch the 304 to Truro
  • Childrens’ play park — with pirate themed play equipment and swings, most suited to under 8s

Things to do Further Afield

Families

  • The Eden Project
  • Lost Gardens of Heligan
  • Wheal Martyn - clay mining museum
  • Fishing trips from Newquay and Falmouth

Walks

Towancott is a great place to stay if you enjoy walking.

The South West Coastal Path is close by:

South West Coastal Path

 

iWalk Cornwall make walking Apps for mobile devices, which cover the local area:

iWalk Maps

Restless teens & pre-teens

  • Skate park in Mount Hawke which holds some of the national skateboarding championship competitions.
  • BMX track at Protreath
  • Lazer tag (for groups of 8 or more), near Scourrier

Seasonal Rates

Dates/Minimum Stay/Per Night /Per Week

Feb 2 - Apr 12, 2019, Min. 4 nights £85/ night or £650/week.

Apr 13, 2019 -Apr 26, Min 4 nights £145/night or £1000/week.

Apr 27 - May 24, 2019, Min 4 nights £117/week, or £800/week

May 26 - May 31, 2019, Min 1 week £1,150

Jun 1 - Jul 5, 2019, Min 4 nights £137/night or £950/week

Jul 6 - Sep 6, 2019, Min 1 week £1,300

Sep 7 - Oct 18, 2019, Min4 nights £109/night or £750/week

Oct 19 - Nov 01, 2019 Min 1 week £950

Nov 02 - Dec 20, 2019, Min 4 nights £75/night or £500/week

Dec 21 - Jan 3, 2020 1 week £1,300

 

To check availability, please go to our Calendar page.

If you would like to make a booking, please email susan@towancott.co.uk or call 020 8340 7406. I am around most of the time and will reply to emails within the day.