Portloe Beach

Visit Portloe Beach

Portloe is a charming village with a tiny harbour beach on the Roseland peninsula in South Cornwall. This small but perfectly formed cove is a haven of tranquility, perfect for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of more popular tourist spots.

The beach is a narrow gap enclosed by towering rockface provides a sheltered cove for safe swimming or snorkelling around the rocks.

Portloe often tops the list of prettiest Cornish villages and is a relaxing unspoilt holiday destination.

Watch local fishermen setting off to catch lobsters and crabs, offering a glimpse into the traditional Cornish way of life. It’s a photographer’s dream, with quaint fishing boats bobbing in the harbor against a backdrop of rugged cliffs.

There is a slipway here to launch small boats dinghies and kayaks.

Portloe is an excellent starting point for coastal adventures. The South West Coast Path runs right through the village, offering spectacular walks in either direction. A popular route leads to Nare Head, where you’ll be treated to breathtaking panoramic views of the Cornish coastline.