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Port Isaac, Cornwall

Port Gaverne Beach House

The exterior of Beach House, Port Gaverne, Cornwall
The exterior of Beach House, Cornwall | © National Trust Images / James Dobson
The snug at The Beach House
Boats on the beach at Port Gaverne near The Beach House, Port Gaverne, Cornwall

Port Gaverne Beach House

Doc Martin fans will recognise this pretty coastal cottage set in a former fisherman's home on the hill in Port Gaverne with gorgeous sea views.

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The snug at The Beach House
Boats on the beach at Port Gaverne near The Beach House, Port Gaverne, Cornwall
The exterior of Beach House, Port Gaverne, Cornwall
Beach House Sitting Room
The sitting room at Port Gaverne Beach House, Cornwall
The dining room at Port Gaverne Beach House, Cornwall
The kitchen at Port Gaverne Beach House, Cornwall
The double bedroom at The Beach House, Cornwall
The Beach House Bedroom
The bathroom at Port Gaverne Beach House, Cornwall
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The surrounding area at Port Gaverne Beach House, Cornwall

© National Trust Images / James Dobson

Doc Martin fans will recognise this pretty coastal cottage set in a former fisherman's home on the hill in Port Gaverne with gorgeous sea views.

At a glance

Guests
4
Bedrooms
2
Number of dogs welcome
2
Reference
011030
Acorn rating

About Port Gaverne Beach House

Next door to The White Cottage (another holiday cottage) and used as the film set for the Police House in Doc Martin, this little cottage in the hamlet of Port Gaverne has wonderful views over the sea. Even if you haven’t seen the series then the location will blow you away, with Port Isaac around half a mile away and the stunning Cornish coastline on your doorstep. 

This historic little cottage was a former fisherman's home, but now it’s an inviting holiday let. Open the front door and step into the entrance hall, off which you’ll find a cosy living room with woodburner and dining room. Then there’s the kitchen and a downstairs cloakroom and toilet. Upstairs are the two bedrooms, one double and one that can be either a twin or a double. There’s also a first floor snug with wonderful views across the sea and another woodburner to make it really cosy. The garden outside is enclosed with a table and chairs for enjoying alfresco meals outside after lazy days at the beach. 

With the charming hamlet of Port Gaverne and its dog-friendly beach to wander and rock pools to explore, as well as buzzy Port Isaac’s narrow white-washed streets only half a mile away, you’ll find yourself perfectly positioned for enjoying everything that a Cornish break has to offer. Soak up the pretty seaside towns, stunning beaches and wonderful food. 

Beach lovers should head to Polzeath, only four miles away from the cottage, for one of North Cornwall’s best surfing beaches, or spend some time at Rock, Daymer Bay or Crackington Haven to stroll the sands, paddle or build sandcastles. You can also enjoy clifftop walks along the beautiful coast here, picking up the South West Coast Path from just outside the cottage door. If history is your thing, then take a trip to dramatic Tintagel Castle perched above the waves and soak up its Arthurian legends. Foodie Padstow is always busy, but also makes for a great day out exploring, or nip to Lanhydrock, a Victorian country house and estate. When you stay with us, the funds from your holiday go towards caring for special landscapes and places, like the wonderful Cornish coast.

Features and facilities

  • Wi-Fi, available
  • Garden, available
  • EV charging, not available
  • Fridge, available
  • Freezer, available
  • Microwave, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, available
  • Television, available
  • DVD, available
  • Washing machine, available
  • Dishwasher, available
  • Tumble dryer, available
  • BBQ, not available
  • Cot & high chair, not available

Location

Accessibility

Not accessible

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

Sitting room with woodburning stove, dining room, WC, kitchen and utility/drying room.

First floor layout

Double bedroom and en-suite bathroom with separate shower, double bedroom (which can be made into a twin on request), en-suite bathroom with separate shower and a snug with a woodburning stove.

More information

Access: The accessibility guide is for guidance only. For up-to-date information, please call the team on 0344 800 2070.

Port Gaverne Beach House adjoins The White Cottage (sleeps 6). These can be booked together and sleep 10 in total.

Heating: Port Gaverne Beach House is heated by air source heat pump. There are also two wood burning stoves; one in the sitting room and the other in the snug on the first floor. These will be laid for you on arrival with enough fuel to get you started.

Fire supplies: Fire making kits can be purchased at time of booking.

The Fire making kits cost £30.00 and contain kindling, firelighters and Ash logs, enough for two evening fires.

Garden: Enclosed, private garden with outdoor seating.

*WiFi: We are now pleased to provide free WiFi at this cottage which is supported by BT. Please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and should not be relied upon.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

Dogs: Port Gaverne beach is dog friendly.