Enter from the side door onto the first floor level.
Open plan living/dining/kitchen room Living room: smart T. Electric wall mounted heater and log burning stove, Sofa and two chairs. Dining area: table with chairs and window seat Kitchen: Electric hob and oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/tumble-dryer,microwave, toaster and kettle. Double bedroom: (top floor) with 6ft Super-King size bed, modern electric wall mounted heater, no door at top of the stairs to bedroom. En-Suite Shower room with WC, wash hand basin and shower, no door on shower room. Twin bedroom (first floor) with two 3 ft single beds (which can be zip and linked to make a super kings size 6 ft bed), modern electric wall mounted heater, chest of drawers. Family Bathroom: with bath and hand held shower, heated towel rail, WC and wash hand basin.
This modernised three-storey delightful Cornish property is set in the heart of the village of Polperro, conveniently only a second from the quintessential harbour, where fishermen still land their catch. This characterful property, which has been extensively refurbished, benefits from beamed ceilings, exposed stone walls and a wood burning stove, giving it charm and appeal. The two bedrooms, one with en-suite facilities, along with the open plan lounge/kitchen/dining room, creates a relaxed, stylish holiday cottage where you can spend time or use as a base to return to after exploring this stunning area. The coastal paths, with their spectacular views, or the nearby beaches and fishing villages in the area, make this an ideal location for visiting the surrounding Cornish attractions.
No outside space
The traditional fishing village of Polperro, set along the dramatic South Cornish coastline between Looe and Fowey, is steeped in maritime history. Wandering its pretty, narrow, winding streets offers a nostalgic taste of times gone by.
For centuries local families here were reliant on “Polperro pilchards” which were sold right across Europe. Nowadays, there is still an active fishing fleet but their catch is more varied. You can sample their wares in a number of local restaurants, pubs and cafes, or simply sit back and watch the fishermen at work in the harbour as you tuck into a fresh crab sandwich.
Polperro has an abundance of small, twisting lanes, most of which are simply not wide enough for modern vehicles. Some are little wider than footpaths, so leave your car in the main car park at Crumplehorn and from here you can walk, catch the bus or even take a horse and cart the half mile down into the village. The traffic-free zones allow you to explore the winding alleys of whitewashed fishermen’s cottages at your leisure.
It’s easy to imagine the hustle and bustle of people with loaded horse & carts rumbling past during Polperro’s smuggling heyday, or the scores of ladies lining the streets nimbly knitting fishermen’s jumpers, known locally as “knit-frocks”. On the harbour-side you can visit the Polperro Heritage Museum of Fishing and Smuggling to immerse yourself more fully in Polperro’s rich history.
The village and harbour are best seen at high tide, but at low tide, a small beach appears so it’s possible to go for a paddle. The picturesque South West Coast Path runs right through the Polperro. If you walk east along the coast you’ll reach the beautiful Talland Bay, or alternatively hop in your car to visit other nearby sandy beaches including Seaton, Downderry, Lansallos and Lantic Bay. Regular boat trips run from the harbour offering fantastic views of the coastline and day trips to nearby Looe, and you might even spot dolphins and seals on your way!
A holiday cottage in Polperro offers a wonderfully traditional seaside escape on the dramatic South East Cornish coast.
Parking place for one car provided up the hill from the property, a 5-10 minute walk, up a fairly steep hill .
Further parking available at the town car park at The Crumplehorn car park, a 10 minutes walk to the property. (local charges apply)
* Included; Bed linen and towels are provided (but guests are asked to bring their own beach towels), Wi-Fi, electricity and heating.
Pets; up to two well behaved, small to medium sized dogs welcome. Additional Pet Charge of £30 per pet, per week.
Telephone; No landline. Mobile reception fair to good, depending on network.
Local Facilities; Polperro tidal beach 2 minutes walk. Shops, pubs, and restaurants all in Polperro. Looe 4 miles. Plymouth 22 miles. Eden Project 21 miles. Fowey via Bodinnick Ferry 8.5 miles. Charlestown (tall ships harbour) 23 miles. Padstow and Port Isaac on the North Coast 32 miles.
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