Stable door into attractive kitchen/diner with dining table to seat four, electric hob, built under oven, microwave, fridge and washer/dryer. Open tread staircase up to living room with sofa, armchair, wood burner effect electric fire, TV. Quite steep and narrow staircase up to second floor. Double bedroom with 4ft 6in double bed, hair dryer, lovely harbour views. A small en-suite shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC.
Farthing Cottage is a charming cottage, with window seats and beamed ceilings throughout and delightful views over the Polperro harbour from all rooms. Beautifully and thoughtfully furnished and decorated with quality in mind, yet retaining the character and atmosphere of the cottage, this is a perfect romantic retreat, located in a narrow traffic free lane in the enchanting village of Polperro, just steps from the harbour itself. The South West Coastal path is conveniently located on your doorstop, so you can easily enjoy walking along the breathtaking Cornish coastline or take a short drive to explore the popular seaside town of Looe; in fact, both the North and South coasts of Cornwall are easily accessed from Polperro, so you'll never be short of entertainment! Welcome pack on arrival.
Please note: this property is not suitable for children or toddlers.
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.
One reserved space in the main car park at the top of the village included (approx. 10 minutes walk). Please note: There is no car access to the property.
Included: Bed linen and towels (no beach towels), and electricity.
Heating (night storage and panel heaters)
Telephone: Not provided. Mobile reception mixed (EE good) Wi-Fi .
Pets: 1 small well behaved dog welcome. An extra Pet Charge of £30.00 per week.
Local Facilities: Polperro beach 5 minutes walk. Talland beach 1 mile. Other south coast beaches are easily accessible by car. Shops, pubs and restaurants all in Polperro. Looe with more facilities, 4 miles. Plymouth 25 miles. Truro 29 miles.
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