Port Isaac is today an unspoilt, pretty fishing village where white slate hung cottages run down to a sheltered harbour. Around the harbour there are signs of old and new – Old Pilchard Cellars – reminders of an industry long gone and a reminder of when Port Isaac was a busy coastal port, exporting coal, timber and pottery.
Today crabbers nestle in the harbour, the backdrop of which houses quality restaurants, pubs and interesting shops linked by tiny alleys – one called Squezee- Belly Alley. In recent times Port Isaac has been the setting for both film and TV productions among Saving Grace and its sequel.
So why not wander amongst the 18th and 19th century cottages and soak up the atmosphere of this charming coastal village.
Nearby are two other smaller harbours, Port Quin, sometimes known as, The Village that died, after the entire male population disappeared mysteriously in the 19th century. It is mainly owned and run by the National Trust.
To the north of Port Isaac, is the small village of Port Gaverne. It is situated at the end of a deep winding valley and at low tide there is a small sheltered sandy beach, with an abundance of rock pools. Population 1,000
Attraction
Cottage
Charlestones Cottage
Cornish Traditional Cottages
Harbour Heights
Latitude 50
Inn
Cornish Arms
Port Gaverne Hotel and Restaurant
Pub and Bar
Cornish Arms
Crows Nest
Golden Lion
Port Gaverne Hotel and Restaurant
Shipwright Inn
Restaurant
Cornish Arms
Crows Nest
Harbour Cafe
Lantern Restaurant
Long Cross Hotel
Mote
Old School Hotel & Restaurant
Port Gaverne Hotel and Restaurant
School
Self-Catering
Charlestones Cottage
Cornish Traditional Cottages
Latitude 50
Solicitor
Shops
Trevathan Shop & Restaurant
Secrets
Port Issac Pottery
Dennis Knight Fish Merchants
Just Shellfish
Victoria House Cafe
The Takeaway
Fearless
Pride of Place
Charmed
Sunk
Hooper & Shaw
Port Hair
Places to Stay near Port Isaac
Charlestones Cottage (0.11 miles)
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Overlooking the fishing village of Port Isaac, with its unspoilt huddle of slate cottages, warren of narrow streets, picturesque harbour and variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, ... More
The Gallery (0.14 miles)
Unique to the village, our Bed and Breakfast offers the opportunity ... More | visit website
Slipway Hotel (0.22 miles)
Port Gaverne Hotel and Restaurant (0.40 miles)
Long Cross Hotel (1.12 miles)
Set in almost 4 acres of its own grounds and gardens overlooking the North Cornwall coast perched high above Port Quin between Port Isaac andPolzeath, The Longcross is in the perfect secluded location to enjoy ... More | visit website
Cornish Arms (1.93 miles)
Mesmear (2.51 miles)
Pentire (3.53 miles)
Roserrow Golf and Country Club is situated between Rock and Polzeath. New for 2008 are a small number of luxury suites offering king sized or twin bedded bedrooms, bathrooms, fully ... More
Seascape Hotel and Restaurant (3.90 miles)
Seascape Hotel is a family run hotel occupying a commanding position overlooking Polzeath Beach - just three minutes walk away. It enjoys spectacular views of the Cornish coastline up to ... More
Paths End (3.91 miles)
Paths End is a spacious bungalow with large en-suite bedrooms, free parking and a large garden. It is located in the small village of St Teath with a good pub ... More
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