The Shambles

The Shambles is a two-storey cottage tucked away behind the harbour-front. Arrive into the living and dining space where original slate flooring, exposed beams and cottage character set the scene for a very Cornish holiday. Spend mornings flipping from bed to the shoreline as the village awakes, take an early dip in the sea and stroll home for breakfast. Open up the stable door to enjoy the sounds of Port Isaac with all its comings and goings. A few steps up (ducking your head from the original lintel of course) leads into the enviable fully fitted kitchen which has been thoughtfully kitted out to include Sophie Conran and Le Creuset crockery and ample space to create culinary Cornish inspired meals. With fresh fish and seafood plucked from the bay that day, self-catering has never been so appealing. The stairs to the first floor lead from the living area and up to two bedrooms and a family bathroom. The master suite is surprisingly spacious with a sumptuous king sized bed, a stylish colour palette of warm orange and soft greys and superb free-standing deep copper bath for the ultimate pamper. A further double bedroom offers a chic-nautical twist with colourful octopus fabrics. A contemporary rainfall shower room completes the first floor layout. 

A morning cuppa can be enjoyed sitting on the doorstep or taking your tea and toast a few steps to the harbour. With such a plum location in Port Isaac, the village is an extension to your holiday space and where visitors rub shoulders with friendly locals. The fishing heritage is at the heart of village life and colourful boats can be seen heading out on the tides to fish the traditional way and haul the crab and lobster pots. The backdrop to many a film and TV programme, Port Isaac has become a popular place to visit with its white washed cottages, high cliffs, beach and harbour wall offering a picture postcard view. There is a tempting collection of places to eat and drink just a short walk away from The Golden Lion pub (quite literally 1 minute walk) to Nathan Outlaw's Fish Kitchen or The Mote. Pasties are baked daily and can be enjoyed the Cornish way, eaten by hand with a stunning view! The south west coastpath is easily accessed from your holiday door heading up and over some of the counties most scenic vantage points towards Port Quin. If day tripping is on the agenda then head west towards Padstow and the long sandy beaches of Watergate Bay and Harlyn or north to Trebarwith Strand. The myth and legend of Tintagel is recommended where connections to King Arthur are unearthed and the new suspension foot bridge leads over crashing waves below.

Port Isaac is much loved by those that have experienced its tradition and charm. Cornish Gems is so pleased to share The Shambles, our flagship home in the village, with guests looking to enjoy holiday luxury with the appeal of village life, whatever the season.