Enys Boathouse - a unique and quirky holiday let in the heart of rural Cornwall

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Looking up at the Boathouse from the garden, with small patio area outside
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
The dining area, with views out onto the balcony
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9.8Outstanding
(16 Ratings)
"We had a lovely cosy stay in Enys Boathouse. The property is interesting , well equipped and comfortable. It is very quiet tomorrow and relaxing and the children loved the fairy garden and swing in th..."
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9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(16 Ratings)

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4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this cabin rental

Enys Boathouse offers self catering accommodation in rural Cornwall. Situated in the heart of a Cornish village, our holiday let is deceptively spacious and comfortably furnished, sleeping up to four people.
Enys Boathouse is a unique wooden structure - a copy of the Bolney Ferry Boathouse on the River Thames. This charming property benefits from its own private terrace with panoramic westerly views out over the countryside.

The village of Porkellis is ideal for those seeking a quiet, rural holiday let in Cornwall.

The boathouse is a studio-style space and offers versatile self catering accommodation suitable for families, couples or groups of friends. The main living area converts into a double bedroom; a comfy double wall bed (with a proper sprung mattress) provides the main sleeping facilities - this folds away when not in use .

For smaller children (aged 5 and over) there is the added excitement of sleeping in the Crow’s Nest - only accessible via a loft ladder - a cosy sleeping space in the eaves of the property that is ideal for younger children but is spacious enough for two adults at a squeeze, should you prefer.

All bedding and towels are provided.

When the beds are not in use, the open plan living space is great for entertaining. A TV, with Freeview, DVD player. Free unlimited broadband is also available at the property.

A sailor's kitchen awaits for those who enjoy cooking and guests also have use of a BBQ. However, for those who prefer to eat out, the local pub - offering good value food and drink - is just a minute’s walk away.

Kitchen facilities include:

- Microwave and Air Fryer
- Portable Oven and hob
- Small fridge and freezer
- Kettle
- On-demand hot water

Elsewhere, there is also a small dining table and, for when the sun is shining, an outdoor table, chairs and parasol are also at hand.

Enys Boathouse boasts a cosy shower room, toilet and wash basin - towels will be provided.

Should you need to wash or dry your clothes, there is also a small room located on the ground floor (where parking is also available). Here you will find a washing machine and tumble drier as well as clothes line, BBQ and deck chairs.

Porkellis is perfectly situated; it is a quiet country village, surrounded by green fields, yet ideally located for access to both north and south coasts, the busy towns of Helston, Falmouth and Truro and many visitor attractions.

Amenities at Enys Boathouse - a unique and quirky holiday let in the heart of rural Cornwall

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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    Ratings and reviews

    9.8 / 10.0
    Outstanding(16 Ratings)
    10.0 / 10.0
    We had a lovely cosy stay in Enys Boathouse. The property is interesting , well equipped and comfortable. It is very quiet tomorrow and relaxing and the children loved the fairy garden and swing in the garden! . They were so excited when we arrived ! All together a very special experience. Michael the host was very friendly and helpful and provided detailed information in the information folder. The Star Inn a short walk away serves lovely meals and has great service.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Well worth the money.and would stay again
    10.0 / 10.0
    Spent Christmas here and thoroughly enjoyed it. Can imagine that would be great in the summer and would be able to make better use of the private garden. Small oven made Xmas dinner a little challenging but was practical enough. Overall a great stay... thanks Mike...
    10.0 / 10.0
    This boathouse is absolutely beautiful and so quirky,it’s home from home,it literally has everything you need.if it’s needed it’s there! lovely big garden too really peaceful.we had good weather the 5 days we were there too which was fab.visit the star inn for lovely food on your door step,drive into mullion for kyance beach nicest beach ever! Breathtaking! Sad to be leaving as it was just perfect ❤️ Look forward to visiting again😊
    10.0 / 10.0
    I can truly say that the Enys Boathouse was a home from home! I found peace and much needed rest. The house itself is cosy and has everything you need. The village of Porkellis is tranquil. A visit to the pub that is within a short walking distance can definitely be recommended. Also, Enys Boathouse is ideally situated for so many walks, visits to beautiful gardens and many many other attractions that Cornwall has to offer. And last but not least: Mike and his wife are wonderful hosts. I will be back!
    10.0 / 10.0
    The boathouse sits up in the trees overlooking the garden. The owners thought of everything such as cooking utensils, comfy bed and plenty of little touches such as books and tourist guides to make it a great place to just chill out. The surrounding countryside is beautiful and it is close to many other towns and seaside areas. I left the boathouse feeling thoroughly revived and hope to come back again in the future. Lovely owners who sent plenty of instructions to help me find the place and make sure that I was settled in.
    10.0 / 10.0
    We had a great 3 nights stay in the Boathouse. It was just the right size for the family of 4 considering we were mostly only there in the evening. Mike was a great host and showed us round the property. Kids slept up in the loft for the first 2 nights then my wife and I gave it a go on the final night. Overall it was a very enjoyable stay and was a good base for touring round cornwall. Would recommend thoroughly.
    8.0 / 10.0
    Nice place ti stay, somewhat unussual. Very quit and has sll the thigs you need.

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this cabin?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Enys Boathouse - a unique and quirky holiday let in the heart of rural Cornwall. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this cabin?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is Enys Boathouse - a unique and quirky holiday let in the heart of rural Cornwall pet friendly?

    Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

    What amenities are available at Enys Boathouse - a unique and quirky holiday let in the heart of rural Cornwall?

    We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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