The Old Store, Portloe

WHERE IS IT?

The Old Store sits right in the heart of the picture-postcard village of Portloe on the Roseland Peninsula in south Cornwall. Described as "one of the least spoiled and most impressive of Cornish villages", The Old Store is less than 100 metres from the small harbour and beach, popular for swimming, stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking. This unspoilt fishing village is a genuine 'escape from it all' destination, away from the crowds.

Portloe lies within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and was once a thriving fishing village in the 17th century. By the 18th century, due to its remoteness, the village had become a hotspot for smugglers, with the local inn keeper being sent to the gallows for smuggling French Brandy. This inn is now called The Lugger, where guests can dine, sip ales and learn more about Cornwall's smuggling history. Today, fishermen still land crab and lobster, and the harbour has been used for filming in the classics 'The Camomile Lawn' and 'About time'.

Locally, you can walk the coastal path to the stunning Nare Head and Portholland. Along the Nare Head route, ramble past the restored Cold War Nuclear Bunker and enjoy beautiful views of the entire length of the Roseland coast path and over The Whelps Reef. A short drive takes you to Portscatho, home of the Hidden Hut, Caerhays Castle and beach, St. Mawes, Gorran Haven, Mevagisssey and the Lost Gardens of Heligan.  

INSIDE:

• A skillfully converted house featuring beautiful wooden beams and a galleried landing with a mix of traditional and modern materials.
• Striking galleried living area on the first floor complete with 2 x three-seater sofas, log burner for cosy winter nights, coffee table and door leading out to the timber terrace with views over the village, sea in the distance and Dodman Point.
• Open plan kitchen and dining area on the ground floor. The fully equipped kitchen comprises of electric oven, grill, hob, dishwasher, coffee, toaster, cafetiere and fridge/freezer.
• Utility room with second fridge, washer/dryer, sink and door to outside storage area. 
• Spacious dining area with large wooden table and seating for eight guests and Bose sounddock, perfect for entertaining.  
• A turning staircase rises from the dining room to a galleried bridge, which connects the pitched and vaulted sitting room to the family bathroom and three bedrooms.
• Wifi.

SLEEPING:

• Master bedroom with beautiful wooden beams, luxurious king size bed, chest of drawers, hanging rail, bedside tables, and en-suite shower room. 
• En-suite with shower, wash basin and wc. 
• Second bedroom with double bed, chest of drawers, hanging rail for clothes, bedside tables and lamps. 
• Third bedroom with double bed, hanging rail, bedside tables and lamps.

OUTSIDE:

• Courtyard accessible from the lounge with bistro table, two chairs and a sea and village view.
• Undercroft parking for one car. 

NEED TO KNOW:

• Two well behaved dogs welcome (additional charge applies).
• Sorry, no smoking in the property or anywhere on the premises.
• Refundable damage deposit of £200, due with full balance.
• Short breaks available outside of school holidays.
• Book a 3 or 5 night break and get an extra 2 nights free. This offer is only available after October half-term and before Easter, excluding school holidays. Only available to book by telephone on 01637 861005.

WHAT CAN I WALK TO:

• Portloe harbour and beach.  
• The Lugger Hotel on the water's edge. 
• Porthholland beach and Porthluney Bay along the coastal path to the east.
• The Nare Hotel on Carne Beach and Porthbean beach along the coast path to the west.