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The Slipway B&B

The Harbour Front, Port Isaac
Rated 8.8 in 793 reviews

The Slipway B&B is a charming accommodation located in the picturesque village of Port Isaac, United Kingdom. This boutique hotel effortlessly combines a rich sense of history with modern comforts, offering a unique and welcoming experience for its guests. Set against the backdrop of the stunning Cornish coastline, The Slipway B&B provides an intimate atmosphere that captures the essence of this quintessentially English fishing village.

The hotel is housed in a quaint, historic building that dates back to the early 16th century. Its traditional architecture complements the surrounding landscape, creating a seamless blend of old-world charm and contemporary elegance. Inside, guests will find meticulously appointed rooms, each featuring tasteful decor that reflects the character of the region. Many rooms offer breathtaking views of the harbor and the rugged coastline beyond, providing a serene setting for relaxation.

The Slipway B&B is renowned for its warm and friendly service, with staff dedicated to ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for every guest. The on-site restaurant serves a delicious breakfast each morning, with an emphasis on locally-sourced ingredients that highlight the culinary heritage of Cornwall. Guests can also enjoy a leisurely drink or snack at the hotel's cozy café, which offers a selection of homemade cakes and pastries.

The location of The Slipway B&B makes it an ideal base for exploring Port Isaac and the surrounding areas. Whether strolling through the narrow, winding streets of the village, embarking on a coastal walk, or simply sitting back to enjoy the scenic views, visitors are sure to find tranquility and inspiration at this lovely boutique hotel.

Climate and Weather

January
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Sun hours / day
 11
Rain free days
February
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 13
Rain free days
March
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 16
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Port Isaac and near The Slipway B&B

St Peter
St Peter
Church in Port Isaac, Cornwall
200m / 220yd
Church of St Endelienta
Church of St Endelienta
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
2.1km / 1.3mi
Doyden Castle
Doyden Castle
Castle in St. Minver Highlands, Cornwall, England, UK
2.9km / 1.8mi
Church of St James
Church of St James
Grade I listed church in St Kew, United Kingdom
4.6km / 2.9mi
Church of St Menefreda
Church of St Menefreda
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
4.8km / 3mi
St Enodoc's Church, Trebetherick
St Enodoc's Church, Trebetherick
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
7.4km / 4.6mi
Daymer Bay
Daymer Bay
Bay in Cornwall, England, UK
7.5km / 4.7mi
Church of St Teath (Methodist)
Church building in St. Teath, Cornwall, England, UK
6.8km / 4.2mi
Church of St Tetha
Church of St Tetha
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
6.8km / 4.2mi
Tintagel Castle
Tintagel Castle
Castle in Cornwall, England, UK
9.9km / 6.1mi
Prideaux Place
Prideaux Place
Grade I listed historic house museum in Padstow, United Kingdom
9.7km / 6mi
Tintagel Old Post Office
Tintagel Old Post Office
Historic house museum
9.8km / 6.1mi
Tintagel Parish Church
Tintagel Parish Church
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
9.4km / 5.9mi
St Mabyn Parish Church
St Mabyn Parish Church
Church in St Mabyn, UK
8.8km / 5.5mi
Gallos
Gallos
Bronze sculpture by Rubin Eynon
9.8km / 6.1mi
Church of St Julitta, Lanteglos
Church of St Julitta, Lanteglos
Church in Lanteglos, Camelford, Cornwall, England, UK
9.3km / 5.8mi
Round called Castle Goff
Round called Castle Goff
Archaeological site in Cornwall, England, UK
8.8km / 5.5mi
Round 275m SSE of Little Delinuth
Archaeological site in St Teath, Cornwall, England, UK
8.7km / 5.4mi
Church of St John
Church of St John
Church in Delabole, Cornwall, England, UK
8km / 5mi
Slight univallate hillfort with outworks containing a medieval chapel and beacon at Helsbury Castle
Hillfort in Cornwall, England, UK
8.7km / 5.4mi
Church of St Michael
Church of St Michael
Grade I listed church, Cornwall, England, UK
8.6km / 5.4mi
Church of St Uda
Church of St Uda
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
8.3km / 5.1mi
St Petroc's Church, Egloshayle
St Petroc's Church, Egloshayle
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
8.8km / 5.5mi
Church of St Breock
Church of St Breock
Church building in St. Breock, Cornwall, England, UK
9.2km / 5.7mi
Church of St Michael
Church of St Michael
Church in Porthilly, Cornwall, England, UK
8km / 5mi
Church of St Petroc, Padstow
Church of St Petroc, Padstow
Church in Padstow, Cornwall, England, UK
9.6km / 6mi
King Arthur's Hall, Tintagel
King Arthur's Hall, Tintagel
Grade II* listed building in Fore Street, Tintagel, Cornwall, England
9.8km / 6.1mi
Tintagel Cross
Tintagel Cross
Memorial in Tintagel, Cornwall, England, UK
9.5km / 5.9mi
Padstow Museum
Museum in Padstow, England, United Kingdom
9.4km / 5.9mi
St Nectan's Glen
St Nectan's Glen
Valley in Tintagel, United Kingdom
11.2km / 7mi
Pencarrow
Pencarrow
English country house in Cornwall
10.6km / 6.6mi
St Piran's Chapel
St Piran's Chapel
Church in Tintagel, Cornwall, England, UK
11.6km / 7.2mi
St Thomas of Canterbury's Church, Camelford
St Thomas of Canterbury's Church, Camelford
Church in Cornwall, England
11.5km / 7.2mi
Church of St Adwen
Church of St Adwen
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
10.9km / 6.7mi
Bossiney Haven
Bossiney Haven
Cove in Cornwall, England, UK
11km / 6.9mi
St Conan's Church, Egloshayle
St Conan's Church, Egloshayle
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
11.4km / 7.1mi
Camelford Methodist Church
Camelford Methodist Church
Protestant church building in Camelford, Cornwall, England, UK
11.4km / 7.1mi
Church of St Brueredus
Church of St Brueredus
Church in St Breward, Cornwall, England, UK
10.6km / 6.6mi
Church of St Ida
Church of St Ida
Church building in St. Issey, Cornwall, England, UK
11.2km / 7mi
Bossiney Methodist Church
Protestant church building in Tintagel, Cornwall, England, UK
10.6km / 6.6mi
Catholic Church of St Paul the Apostle
Church in Cornwall, UK
10.1km / 6.3mi
Church of St Petroc Minor
Church of St Petroc Minor
Church in Little Petherick, Cornwall, England, UK
11.6km / 7.2mi
St Saviour
St Saviour
Church in Trevone, Padstow, Cornwall
11.5km / 7.1mi
Camel Creek Adventure Park
Adventure park located in Cornwall, England
13.1km / 8.1mi
St Breock Downs Monolith
St Breock Downs Monolith
Prehistoric standing stone in Cornwall, England
12.7km / 7.9mi

What to do in Port Isaac and near The Slipway B&B

St Peter
St Peter
Church in Port Isaac, Cornwall
200m / 220yd
Church of St Endelienta
Church of St Endelienta
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
2.1km / 1.3mi
Doyden Castle
Doyden Castle
Castle in St. Minver Highlands, Cornwall, England, UK
2.9km / 1.8mi
Church of St James
Church of St James
Grade I listed church in St Kew, United Kingdom
4.6km / 2.9mi
Church of St Menefreda
Church of St Menefreda
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
4.8km / 3mi
St Enodoc's Church, Trebetherick
St Enodoc's Church, Trebetherick
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
7.4km / 4.6mi
Daymer Bay
Daymer Bay
Bay in Cornwall, England, UK
7.5km / 4.7mi
Church of St Teath (Methodist)
Church building in St. Teath, Cornwall, England, UK
6.8km / 4.2mi
Church of St Tetha
Church of St Tetha
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
6.8km / 4.2mi
Tintagel Castle
Tintagel Castle
Castle in Cornwall, England, UK
9.9km / 6.1mi
Prideaux Place
Prideaux Place
Grade I listed historic house museum in Padstow, United Kingdom
9.7km / 6mi
Tintagel Old Post Office
Tintagel Old Post Office
Historic house museum
9.8km / 6.1mi
Tintagel Parish Church
Tintagel Parish Church
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
9.4km / 5.9mi
St Mabyn Parish Church
St Mabyn Parish Church
Church in St Mabyn, UK
8.8km / 5.5mi
Gallos
Gallos
Bronze sculpture by Rubin Eynon
9.8km / 6.1mi
Church of St Julitta, Lanteglos
Church of St Julitta, Lanteglos
Church in Lanteglos, Camelford, Cornwall, England, UK
9.3km / 5.8mi
Round called Castle Goff
Round called Castle Goff
Archaeological site in Cornwall, England, UK
8.8km / 5.5mi
Round 275m SSE of Little Delinuth
Archaeological site in St Teath, Cornwall, England, UK
8.7km / 5.4mi
Church of St John
Church of St John
Church in Delabole, Cornwall, England, UK
8km / 5mi
Slight univallate hillfort with outworks containing a medieval chapel and beacon at Helsbury Castle
Hillfort in Cornwall, England, UK
8.7km / 5.4mi
Church of St Michael
Church of St Michael
Grade I listed church, Cornwall, England, UK
8.6km / 5.4mi
Church of St Uda
Church of St Uda
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
8.3km / 5.1mi
St Petroc's Church, Egloshayle
St Petroc's Church, Egloshayle
Church in Cornwall, England, UK
8.8km / 5.5mi
Church of St Breock
Church of St Breock
Church building in St. Breock, Cornwall, England, UK
9.2km / 5.7mi
Church of St Michael
Church of St Michael
Church in Porthilly, Cornwall, England, UK
8km / 5mi
Church of St Petroc, Padstow
Church of St Petroc, Padstow
Church in Padstow, Cornwall, England, UK
9.6km / 6mi
King Arthur's Hall, Tintagel
King Arthur's Hall, Tintagel
Grade II* listed building in Fore Street, Tintagel, Cornwall, England
9.8km / 6.1mi
Tintagel Cross
Tintagel Cross
Memorial in Tintagel, Cornwall, England, UK
9.5km / 5.9mi
Padstow Museum
Museum in Padstow, England, United Kingdom
9.4km / 5.9mi
St Nectan's Glen
St Nectan's Glen
Valley in Tintagel, United Kingdom
11.2km / 7mi

About Port Isaac

Port Isaac, a picturesque fishing village on the north coast of Cornwall, offers a range of activities for visitors. One of the most compelling reasons to visit is the stunning coastal scenery. The rugged cliffs and beautiful beaches provide an ideal backdrop for leisurely walks along the South West Coast Path, where you can appreciate the natural beauty of the area.

Another highlight is the historical charm of the village itself. The narrow, winding streets are lined with traditional Cornish cottages, and exploring this quaint architecture can be quite enjoyable. You may also want to visit the local shops and galleries, which often feature works by local artists and artisans, providing a glimpse into the creative spirit of the region.

For those interested in culinary experiences, Port Isaac is known for its seafood. Numerous restaurants and pubs serve fresh catch from local waters, making it an excellent destination for food enthusiasts. Sampling local dishes can offer a taste of the region's maritime heritage.

If you're a fan of television, you might appreciate the village's connection to the popular series Doc Martin. Many locations from the show can be found throughout Port Isaac, and guided tours are available for those who wish to explore this aspect of the village’s appeal.

Lastly, during the summer months, the village often hosts festivals and events, which can be a great way to experience the local culture. These events provide opportunities for community engagement and enjoyment of traditional music, dance, and food.

In summary, Port Isaac offers a blend of natural beauty, historical interest, culinary delights, and local culture, making it a worthwhile destination for various interests.




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