The Tehidy House — Dog-Friendly House, Portreath, Cornwall

Property details

A single-level Cornish retreat with vaulted ceilings, a private terrace and a hot tub.

Three bedrooms, a woodburner, pool table in the garage, Portreath beach nearby.

The Tehidy House is a thoughtfully designed single-level property set in the Cornish countryside between Portreath and Redruth, with vaulted ceilings and light that runs through the whole space. Six people, three bedrooms, two bathrooms. The Mediterranean-style terrace outside is private and fully enclosed, with the hot tub and sun loungers. A pool table occupies the garage alongside surfboard storage. Two dogs welcome. It can be booked alongside a nearby sister property for larger groups.

Portreath, Gwithian and Porthtowan beaches are all within six miles. Hayle's beaches — voted the best in the UK by The Times in 2024 — are close by. St Ives is fourteen miles for a day trip. Marazion and St Michael's Mount are within twelve miles, as is Paradise Park. Tehidy Golf Club is 1.7 miles for golfers in the group.

Interior+

All on one level with just two steps down into the lounge. Vaulted ceilings and light throughout. The open-plan kitchen and diner is set up for catching up with family or friends while cooking, with a built-in sound system, breakfast bar and dining table. A woodburner sits at the heart of the space between lounge and dining areas. Three bedrooms: one with an en-suite shower room, plus a freestanding bath elsewhere. Smart TVs throughout. A large garage houses the pool table and surfboard storage.

Exterior+

The Mediterranean-style terrace is fully private and enclosed with mature plants, white walls and a lawn — a genuinely secure space for dogs who need a boundary. Hot tub and sun loungers. Living space opens directly onto the terrace via sliding doors. Good for dogs who need time outside without supervision.

Note that The Tehidy House has a sister property nearby that can be booked alongside to accommodate larger groups. Contact us if this applies to your plans.

Good to know

The practical detail.

Nearest year-round dog beach

Gwithian, a short drive towards Godrevy, is a vast year-round dog beach — the reliable option when Portreath and the nearer beaches restrict dogs in summer.

Nearest big beach

Portreath and the north-coast beaches are a short drive; many carry summer dog restrictions, so check the specific beach before you go.

Walk from the door

Tehidy Country Park’s woodland trails — the largest woodland in west Cornwall — are nearby: easy, sheltered walking whatever the weather.

Dogs welcome

Up to two dogs, by arrangement with the owner — with a fully enclosed, genuinely secure garden, worth knowing if you need escape-proof outdoor space.

A guide only, and accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of writing. Beach dog restrictions, distances and local facilities change — and seasonal beach bans are set locally and reviewed each year — so please confirm the current details directly before you travel.

What to know before you arrive

A short guide to Portreath, Hayle and the west Cornish coast.

Portreath is a small beach village three miles from the property with a well-regarded surf beach at the foot of steep cliffs. Dogs are welcome on Portreath beach outside summer restrictions. Gwithian (five miles) and Porthtowan (four miles) are alternatives along the same stretch of north coast — all with Atlantic surf and long walks possible along the cliff paths between them.

Hayle's beaches — Gwithian Towans and Hayle Towans — are part of a three-mile stretch of sand at the mouth of the Hayle estuary. The Times voted them the best in the UK in 2024. Dogs are welcome, and the beach is wide enough to feel uncrowded even in summer.

Tehidy Country Park is two miles — a dog-friendly woodland park with a café and miles of walking on flat ground, ideal for dogs or people who need a quieter day. St Ives, fourteen miles south, is worth a day. St Michael's Mount at Marazion is twelve miles for a tidal causeway crossing at low tide. Paradise Park wildlife sanctuary, with its free-flying bird shows, is twelve miles.

The Tehidy House has a sister property nearby. If you're a larger group, it can be booked alongside to accommodate more people — contact us and we can help coordinate.

More dog-friendly cottages in Cornwall →

Reading up on the area? Try choosing north or south Cornwall, visiting off-season, or walking the Camel Trail.

Frequently asked

Common questions.

Is The Tehidy House dog-friendly?+

Yes. Two dogs are welcome. The terrace is fully enclosed with mature planting and a white wall boundary — one of the more secure outdoor spaces in the collection.

How far is The Tehidy House from the beach?+

Portreath is around three miles. Porthtowan is four miles. Gwithian and Hayle's beaches are within six miles. All are Atlantic-facing with surf and open sand.

Does The Tehidy House have a hot tub?+

Yes — a private hot tub on the enclosed Mediterranean-style terrace.

Does The Tehidy House have a pool table?+

Yes — a pool table in the large garage alongside surfboard storage.

Can The Tehidy House accommodate a larger group?+

The Tehidy House sleeps six but has a sister property nearby that can be booked alongside it for larger groups. Contact us and we can help coordinate the booking.

The Tehidy
House.

A single-level Cornish retreat with vaulted ceilings, a private terrace and a hot tub.

A closer look at The Tehidy House.

The practical detail.

A short guide to Portreath, Hayle and the west Cornish coast.

Common questions.

Now, the easy part.

The TehidyHouse.

A single-level Cornish retreat with vaulted ceilings, a private terrace and a hot tub.

A closer look at The Tehidy House.

The practical detail.

A short guide to Portreath, Hayle and the west Cornish coast.

Common questions.

Now, the easy part.

The Tehidy
House.