Ground Floor. Kitchen/Diner: with dining table to seat five, electric hob, oven under, fridge / freezer, table top freezer, washer / dryer, microwave Ninja Air Fryer, Tassimo coffee machine. First Floor: Sitting Room with wood burner effect electric fire, 3 seater sofa, 2 armchairs, smart TV. Bathroom: with bath, shower over, hand basin and WC. Second Floor: Master Bedroom: with built-in wardrobes and 5' king size bed Childrens Bunk Bedroom: with bespoke short beds which suit children up to teenagers
Overlooking the comings and goings of the boats in the harbour in the picturesque Cornish fishing village of Polperro, East Cliff is a sweet self-catering retreat that has many returning guests. Arranged over 3 floors, simply furnished with beams and window seats throughout, it is a bright and comfortable property with amazing views from all of the front-facing windows (including the double bedroom). Set on a traffic-free lane, East Cliff Cottage is within a few minutes walk of all the cosy pubs, many restaurants and various village shops in one direction, and has direct access onto the glorious South West Coastal Path in the other. Further, the vibrant seaside town of Looe and the North and South Cornwall coasts are easily accessible from Polperro.
Short breaks are welcome at this property (4 night minimum) most of the year, please check the calendar for prices.
There is a small outside paved patio, up a few steep steps to the rear of the property, with table and chairs.
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.
There is a parking permit provided from March – 3rd September in the main public car park at the entrance to the village. Please note that bookings between 3rd Sept – End of February will not have a permit and charges will apply.
Alternatively, Toad Hall Cottages have some spaces to rent on a first come, first served basis in the village – please enquire at time of booking.
There is also a local independent luggage taxi service available. If you would like your luggage delivered straight to your door. (charges apply)
Please note: There is no car access to the property.
Included: Bed linen and towels (no beach towels), travel cot, stair gate.
Heating: Modern electric heaters, plus an electric fire.
Pets: One well behaved pet welcome. An additional Pet Charge: £30.00 per pet, per week.
Telephone: No landline. Mobile reception variable. Excellent strength Wi-Fi.
Local Facilities: Polperro beach 10 minutes walk. Talland beach 1 mile. Other beaches easily accessible by car. Shops, pubs and restaurants all in Polperro. Looe with more facilities, 4 miles.
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