An Mordros Hotel Self Catering Suites

15/09/2026

No rushing.

No alarm clock.

Just waking up to the sound of the sea, wandering down to the harbour, watching the waves roll in and enjoying a little bit of time together. ❤️

A cosy suite, beautiful sea views and one of Cornwall’s prettiest harbour villages right on your doorstep.

Sometimes you don’t need a big adventure…

You just need a few days away together. 🥰

14/09/2026

Today, Porthleven is loved for its harbour, beautiful sea views and dramatic coastline. But before the harbour was built, this stretch of coast could be a terrifying place for sailors.

There was no safe harbour between Penzance and the east of Mount’s Bay, and ships caught in south-westerly storms could be driven onto the shore.

One of the most tragic wrecks was HMS Anson, a 44-gun warship which was wrecked on Loe Bar in 1807 during a violent storm. Around 120 lives were lost.

The disaster had a lasting impact far beyond Porthleven. Local man Henry Trengrouse, who witnessed the aftermath, was so affected by the loss of life that he developed a life-saving rocket apparatus — an early form of the breeches buoy — which could be used to get a line from shore to a stranded vessel.

So next time you stand looking out across the harbour or towards Loe Bar, remember that these beautiful waters have a much darker history too. ❤️

Tomorrow, we’ll discover another part of Porthleven’s fascinating past…

📍 Porthleven, Cornwall
🌊 Harbour & sea views
🏡 An Mordros — self-catering suites for two

11/09/2026

Well… this little idea is starting to become a LOT of lovely things! 🥰🎁

Behind the scenes, I’ve been busy collecting all sorts of gorgeous little treats and thoughtful goodies to create something really special.

It’s still very much a work in progress, but I couldn’t wait to share a little peek at what I’ve been gathering. 💕

The aim? To create a beautiful little box filled with lovely things that makes someone smile the moment they open it. ✨

And this is only the beginning…

The Little Box of Lovely Gifts is coming! 🎁💕

What do you think so far? 👀

10/09/2026

⚓ THE STORY OF PORTHLEVEN HARBOUR ⚓

DAY 2 — THE PLAN BEGINS…

Today, Porthleven Harbour feels as though it has always been part of the village.

But it all started with a plan… 🗺️

In 1811, an Act of Parliament was passed to create a harbour at Porthleven, providing a place of refuge for ships caught in the notorious storms of Mount’s Bay.

It was an ambitious project for its time. The original estimate was around £60,000, with the work expected to take just five years.

But building a harbour on this exposed Cornish coastline was never going to be easy…

🌊 The Atlantic had other ideas.

Tomorrow, we’ll discover what happened when the building work actually began — and just how long it really took. ⚓

📸 Historical photograph: Ronald Searle / Geograph Britain and Ireland

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10/09/2026

09/09/2026

🌊 THE STORY OF PORTHLEVEN HARBOUR — DAY 1

Before Porthleven had its harbour, this coastline could be a terrifying place for ships.

In December 1807, HMS Anson was wrecked on Loe Bar in Mount’s Bay during a violent storm. The wreck became one of Cornwall’s most famous maritime disasters.

At the time, there was no safe harbour at Porthleven for ships caught in the dangerous south-westerly weather.

The tragedy of wrecks like this helped highlight just how desperately this part of the coast needed a safe harbour.

⚓️ And the story of Porthleven Harbour was about to begin…

09/09/2026

There’s something rather magical about Cornwall in winter…

Wild Atlantic waves crashing against the harbour. Dramatic skies. The sound of the sea. And afterwards, retreating to somewhere warm and cosy with a hot drink and the view right outside your window. ❤️

Our self-catering suites in Porthleven are perfectly placed for a winter escape — with beautiful harbour and sea views, making them an ideal base for watching the ever-changing Cornish coast.

✨ Storm watching
✨ Cosy evenings
✨ Winter walks along the coast
✨ Delicious food in the village
✨ Peace, fresh sea air and time together

Forget the crowds. Come and experience Porthleven in winter. 🌊

Winter availability now open.

07/09/2026

There’s something so special about this little corner of Cornwall — dramatic coastlines, beautiful beaches, wild coastal walks, fascinating history and, of course, those unforgettable sea views. 🌊💙

From the rugged coastline to the harbour at Porthleven, every corner has its own little bit of magic.

What’s your favourite part of Cornwall?
Tell us in the comments 👇❤️

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29/08/2026

🌊 YOU’VE JUST ARRIVED IN CORNWALL… 🌊

The bags can wait… 😂

What’s the FIRST thing you’re heading out to eat?

🥟 A proper Cornish pasty
🐟 Fish & chips
☕ A cream tea
🍦 Cornish ice cream
🍺 A drink in a cosy pub
🦀 Fresh Cornish seafood

Or something else entirely? 👀

Tell us yours in the comments! 👇

26/08/2026