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An Diank Meur - The Great Escape 19th Century Fisherman’s cottage
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3 bedrooms
1 bathroom
5 guests
7 nights minimum
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Welcome to An Diank Meur (Cornish for 'The Great Escape'!)
This beautiful 150 year old Cornish fisherman's cottage is full of character and original features.
Conveniently situated in the heart of this historic fishing port, come stay and enjoy a truly Cornish holiday experience
Set in a quiet backwater, 'An Diank Meur' is located within a few hundred yards of Porthleven harbour and perfectly situated for walking to the many bars and restaurants, various shops, galleries, the beach and coastal path.
Traditional yet sympathetically modernised and well maintained, the accommodation is arranged over three floors. With an abundance of exposed beams throughout, the comfortable lounge has a wood burner set in a feature granite fireplace providing the perfect place to relax after a long day on ...Welcome to An Diank Meur (Cornish for 'The Great Escape'!)
This beautiful 150 year old Cornish fisherman's cottage is full of character and original features.
Conveniently situated in the heart of this historic fishing port, come stay and enjoy a truly Cornish holiday experience
Set in a quiet backwater, 'An Diank Meur' is located within a few hundred yards of Porthleven harbour and perfectly situated for walking to the many bars and restaurants, various shops, galleries, the beach and coastal path.
Traditional yet sympathetically modernised and well maintained, the accommodation is arranged over three floors. With an abundance of exposed beams throughout, the comfortable lounge has a wood burner set in a feature granite fireplace providing the perfect place to relax after a long day on the beach or walking the coastal path.
There are three bedrooms located over two levels on the ground and first floor, which will sleep 5 guests - children only in the bunk beds (age 4-15 years recommended) The property is unsuitable for toddlers (under 4 years) and the elderly/infirm due to steep steps. Babes in arms welcome.
Double bedroom on the ground floor has a 4ft bed; Master bedroom on the first floor has a 4ft 6in double and Bedroom three, also on the first floor, is fitted with bunk beds suitable for children over the age of four years.
On the lower floor, accessed via the original 19th century low staircase (mind your head!) is a modern, well equipped and fully fitted kitchen, utility room with dishwasher and washing machine and family bathroom with underfloor heating.
The property is electrically heated throughout providing a warm and cosy environment for any season and in winter, a basket of logs is provided should you wish to toast your toes by the fire.
A 32” TV with Freeview, DVD player with a range of DVDs, a music system, books and games are all available to keep you and your family entertained.
A small pretty patio with table and two chairs is accessed from the kitchen at the rear of the cottage.
* FREE Wi-Fi
* Pets: Two small/medium dogs welcome but please note there is no garden at the property
* On street parking
* Towels, bed linen and electric heating included
* Free box of logs in the winter
PLEASE NOTE:
A steep staircase from the living room down to the kitchen and bathroom make this property unsuitable for the elderly infirm or toddlers
SATURDAY CHANGEOVER DAYS ONLY
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The property is unsuitable for toddlers (under 4 years) and the elderly/infirm due to steep stairs. Babes in arms welcome.
We request that you do not smoke/vape in the property.
Please leave the property clean upon your departure and remove any rubbish.
Bathrooms
1 Full bath
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About the Manager
Maria & Robert F
Languages spoken:English
Response Time:Within a few hours
Listed Since:December 2017
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Although our permanent residence is in Hampshire we are on hand to answer any questions, before, during and after your stay and our friendly local housekeeper will be on hand locally.
We recently stayed here for a weeks holiday and were really excited to go.
The cottage is very quaint and cozy the stairs as stated to the kitchen are st⁹eep but we found them fine and added to the charm of the building.The log burner...More
We've been returning to Porthleven for holidays for 20 years, and this is the cottage we come back to time and time again.
Everything you need for a family stay, minutes away from pasty shops, great pubs restaurants, beaches, and coastal walks - and perfectly...More
The cottage was well equipped and tidy, located in a quiet street, but just a short walk from the shops, the harbour and the bus stop.
With regular buses to Penzance and Helston (with connections to The Lizard), Porthleven is a good base for walks...More
Date of stay: June 2019
Thank Keith H
Trail768559, VR Owner at An Diank Meur - The Great Escape 19th Century Fisherman’s cottage, responded to this reviewResponded July 7, 2019
Dear Keith.
Thank you very much for the lovely review; we are pleased you had a lovely time.
An Diank Meur really was the perfect cottage for us and it delivered in every aspect. Located just a short walk from the picturesque harbour (which is home to a number of lovely pubs, restaurants and shops - Porthleven Fish & Chips are highly recommended...More
Date of stay: June 2019
Thank Anna P
Trail768559, VR Owner at An Diank Meur - The Great Escape 19th Century Fisherman’s cottage, responded to this reviewResponded July 7, 2019
Thank you for your wonderful review! We look forward to welcoming you again soon!
Lovely cottage, great location. Only downside was bathroom down steep stairs. Comfy rooms and well equipped stau
Date of stay: April 2019
Thank Jonathan D
Trail768559, VR Owner at An Diank Meur - The Great Escape 19th Century Fisherman’s cottage, responded to this reviewResponded May 5, 2019
Thank you for your review we are pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Owing to the age of the cottage the stairs are quite steep, we do try to make this clear in our write up.
This cottage is a little jewel in the adorable village of Porthleven. It has plenty of Cornish character, everything you could need and more. We found it to be very comfortable, in a peacefully quiet spot and but just 3 mins walk to the harbour....More
Date of stay: September 2018
Thank MarkH8342
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Reviewed September 11, 2018 via mobile
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Date of stay: September 2018
Trail768559, VR Owner at An Diank Meur - The Great Escape 19th Century Fisherman’s cottage, responded to this reviewResponded September 13, 2018
We visited An Diank Meur for our first Cornish holiday. We were not disappointed! On our arrival we were greeted with an extremely well presented, clean and comfortable cottage. There was everything, and more that you could possibly need. The coffee machine was a very...More
Date of stay: July 2018
Thank Flaubert997
Management response:Responded August 1, 2018
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.
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Reviewed July 17, 2018
A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer Oxford, United Kingdom
Absolutely lovely little cottage. Close to all the amenities in Porthleven. So much to see and do in the surrounding area.
The cottage has all you could wish for and more in a holiday let. Owners and housekeeper extremely helpful. Would definitely recommend, as we...More
Date of stay: June 2018
Thank lucylowbank
Management response:Responded July 2, 2018
Thank you for your wonderful review, we look forward to welcoming you again in the near future!