Welcome to Chyvean.
And relax...
The galley kitchen has everything you need to cook up a feast.
Bedroom 2 has a king-size bed and a lovely outlook.
A nice spot for supper.
This external shower is lovely and warm.
Relax on holiday in comfort.
The sitting/dining-room,  perfect for family time together.
Go on treat yourself, you are on holiday after all!
The dining-area is the ideal place for gathering the family to plan the day's adventures.
The modern kitchen is light and airy.
The family bathroom is conveniently situated on the ground floor.
Bedroom 1 has a super-king bed that can also be configured as twin beds. It is  beautifully furnished and has luxurious bedding to ensure a good night's sleep.
There are some lovely adornments.
Bedroom 1 has a lovely outlook.
The pretty single bedroom.
The perfect time to sit back and read a good book.
Bedroom 2 is beautifully furnished.
Breakfast in bed anyone?
Al fresco dining is what holidays are made for.
Lunch time.
The patio at dusk - pretty lights and colourful flower beds.
There is a fence and gate on the back patio.
The whole family will love the outside space here.
There are many lovely features here in this Cornish granite cottage.
Semi-detached Chyvean has ample parking.
The first floor landing.
Church Cove is a short drive away down the coast and where Poldark married Demelza!
The Ship Inn sits proudly at the harbour entrance in Porthleven, just a short drive away.
Beautiful Porthleven harbour.
Welcome to Chyvean.  - Thumbnail Image
And relax... - Thumbnail Image
The galley kitchen has everything you need to cook up a feast. - Thumbnail Image
Bedroom 2 has a king-size bed and a lovely outlook. - Thumbnail Image
A nice spot for supper. - Thumbnail Image
This external shower is lovely and warm.   - Thumbnail Image
Relax on holiday in comfort. - Thumbnail Image
The sitting/dining-room,  perfect for family time together. - Thumbnail Image
Go on treat yourself, you are on holiday after all! - Thumbnail Image
The dining-area is the ideal place for gathering the family to plan the day's adventures. - Thumbnail Image
The modern kitchen is light and airy. - Thumbnail Image
The family bathroom is conveniently situated on the ground floor. - Thumbnail Image
Bedroom 1 has a super-king bed that can also be configured as twin beds. It is  beautifully furnished and has luxurious bedding to ensure a good night's sleep. - Thumbnail Image
There are some lovely adornments. - Thumbnail Image
Bedroom 1 has a lovely outlook. - Thumbnail Image
The pretty single bedroom. - Thumbnail Image
The perfect time to sit back and read a good book. - Thumbnail Image
Bedroom 2 is beautifully furnished. - Thumbnail Image
Breakfast in bed anyone? - Thumbnail Image
Al fresco dining is what holidays are made for. - Thumbnail Image
Lunch time. - Thumbnail Image
The patio at dusk - pretty lights and colourful flower beds.  - Thumbnail Image
There is a fence and gate on the back patio.  - Thumbnail Image
The whole family will love the outside space here. - Thumbnail Image
There are many lovely features here in this Cornish granite cottage. - Thumbnail Image
Semi-detached Chyvean has ample parking. - Thumbnail Image
The first floor landing. - Thumbnail Image
Church Cove is a short drive away down the coast and where Poldark married Demelza! - Thumbnail Image
The Ship Inn sits proudly at the harbour entrance in Porthleven, just a short drive away. - Thumbnail Image
Beautiful Porthleven harbour. - Thumbnail Image

Ref: 4724 / Porthleven

Chyvean

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In the heart of a quintessential Cornish village and only 500 yards from the sea you will find the charming Chyvean. Nestled in Gunwalloe on the Lizard peninsula, this delightful semi-detached property is set in the perfect position to explore this unspoilt part of Cornwall. Pretty Church Cove can be found along the coast path or a very short drive, and you are only a 10 minute walk from a fabulous pub too. If you want to explore a little further hop onto the South West Coast Path to discover foodie heaven at Porthleven and the fabulous beach and cafe at Poldhu or venture even further if you are feeling adventurous!

The bright blue door at Chyvean opens into a welcoming hallway, and you will feel a wave of relaxation wash over you as soon as you enter. The open plan living space is lovely and light, making this a great place to relax together. The cosy wood-burner (with unlimited logs) is perfect for the cooler months or even after a swim in the sea to warm your cockles and the dining-table has plenty of room for you and friends to join.

The kitchen looks out over the enclosed patio which catches the morning and lunchtime sun, perfectly positioned for a long lazy lunch. The family bathroom is found at the back of the property on the ground floor, and has a bath and shower attachment. There is also a fabulous hot and cold outdoor shower to rinse those sandy toes and a muddy dog after a day out exploring this stunning part of Cornwall.

Upstairs you will find the three fabulous bedrooms all with hand-made mattresses from the south west of England for a true feeling of luxury. Each bedroom has a lovely outlook over fields and the countryside beyond, lie in bed and listen to the birdsong on your holiday, what a lovely way to wake for the day.

In addition to the patio, there is also a lawned area at the front of the property as well as parking for three cars on the gravel drive.

Features

  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Travel cot, high chair and stair-gate
  • Arrive/Depart Saturday
  • Short breaks available
  • Wood-burner/Open fire
  • Private parking for 3 cars
  • WiFi
  • No smoking
  • Pub 450 yds
  • Patio furniture and barbecue
  • Full oil-fired CH
  • Logs for wood-burner
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Decorated for Christmas
  • Eco Cottage
  • Garden/Outside space
  • Private parking
  • Barbecue
  • Dogs welcome
  • Open fire/wood-burner
  • Linen and towels included
  • Near a pub
  • Near a beach
  • Cot available
  • High chair available

Availability, reservations and pricing: £768 to £1450 per week

Located 2.6 miles SE of Porthleven

Customer reviews

Good or bad, we publish all the reviews left by the guests who have stayed at this property.

Mrs Tracey

Just loved everything about this perfect, cosy retreat. It is so thoughtfully and carefully equipped and prepared so you can just sink into it and relax.

Mrs Murray

We had a wonderful, relaxing stay at Chyvean. The cottage is very comfortable and very well equipped. The location is superb with the stunning coast in walking distance.

Mrs Schlorke

We really liked this holiday home and we didn't miss anything, so we spent a few wonderful days here.

Mr MACK

Excellent location with onsite parking, close to a Pub with a very good Menu. Plenty of walks and beaches close by, my dog loved it. Short drive to the Lizard and Lands End and in between, to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Chyvean has it all, inside and outside showers, electric car charging point etc., etc.,even a stairgate to stop the dog going upstairs.

Mrs Taylor

Brilliant cottage - really well equipped and comfortable in a great location with a fantastic pub!

Mrs Gwynne

A great cottage to stay in . The beds were really comfortable, the place very clean with everything you needed there. We also loved the location because it was quiet and there were lots of beautiful walks you could go on.

Mrs White

Perfect place to stay - one of our new favourites!

Mrs Easey

Beautiful home is a peaceful little village. Easy access to coastal walks and little coves. We had a brilliant time and would love to come back in the future.

Mr Morley

This is an absolutely lovely cottage for a family holiday and exactly as described on the website. It is located five minutes drive away from Church Cove which is an ideal, family friendly beach. There is also a beautiful beach within walking distance of the cottage, perfect for evening strolls and very close to the Halzephron Inn. Slightly further afield, but still within easy driving distance, are Helston (for food shopping), Lizard Point, Poldhu beach and Porthleven which boasts a wide variety of places to eat. We thoroughly enjoyed our week and would very happily return in the future.

Mrs Gwynne

We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage is very comfortable, everything you need is at hand and the beds are cosy. The house offers the chance to explore the local area with lots of great costal walks. We will definitely be back.

Mrs Gwynne

A lovely, welcoming house. Well equipped with cosy beds.

Mrs Morgan

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful cottage. Such a lovely place!

Mrs Brumby

A lovely comfortable cottage which thanks to the directions given was easy to find. It is clear that much thought had been taken with both furniture and décor. Comfy beds and sofas added to a relaxing break. The cottage is ideally situated for some beautiful coastal footpath walks, including Gunwalloe to Porthleven and Gunwalloe village to Church Cove.

Mr Marshall

Nice little house, well looked after and recently refurbished. Close to the coast path with Church / Poldhu Cove and Porthleven within hiking distance for a pair of 7 year olds. Gunwalloe itself has a pretty decent play park and a library in their bus stop, which we all enjoyed, and this is a great base for trips out to Lizard, Helston, and further afield!

Mrs Bailess

Chyvean is one of the best cottages we have stayed in. The house is in a lovely quiet location for the beach which was perfect for walking the dog. The house is very comfortable and well equipped. The beds are amazing…..where are they from?! Great that the courtyard garden is enclosed for the dog too. Easy to walk the local pub which served great food. Close enough to explore other great places in the area. We will definitely be back very soon!

Mr Pitt

A wonderfully comfortable cottage with all the creature comforts within easy walking of a great beach and a cosy pub.

Dr Bate

A really lovely tastefully decorated and cosy cottage in a beautiful location. Beautiful beach a stones throw way and a fantastic pub. Good access to Porthleven

Mr Potts

We really enjoyed our holiday at Chyvean. The cottage is comfortable and well equipped, and very cosy with a great stove. The road is quiet and there's a children's playground, and the Halzephron Inn is a great pub a few minutes walk away. Even though it was half term we often had miles of the beach to ourselves even when Church Cove was busy. Great walks with the dog along the coastal patch to Poldhu Cove and Porthleven too. Can't wait for our next holiday!

Mrs Kennedy

Lovely comfortable cottage, great location. Very pleased to have found this cottage.

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