Kitchen/diner:with ceramic hob, built-under oven, microwave, larder fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee maker (pods not provided)
Dining area:with drop down table to seat two.
Stairs up to
Living room: with sofa, armchair, modern flame effect electric fire, flat screen TV and a selection of books.
Further stairs up to
Double bedroom: with 4ft 6in double bed, built-in wardrobe, lovely harbour views and en-suite shower room with shower cubicle, hand basin and WC.
Penny Cottage is a delightful one-bedroom retreat, nestled along a charming, traffic-free village lane in Polperro. With breathtaking views of the picturesque harbour, this cottage is an idyllic setting for a romantic getaway. Its cosy ambience and stunning scenery might tempt you to linger indoors, but the vibrant village awaits.
Within a short stroll, you’ll find a selection of inviting pubs, restaurants, cafés, shops, the beach, and the harbour, offering plenty to explore. For a change of pace, a drive to the bustling seaside town of Looe, a walk along the dramatic South West Coastal Path, or visits to Cornwall's many North and South Coast attractions are all excellent options. After a day of adventures, return to this charming hideaway for a holiday you’ll treasure.
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.
There is a permit provided for parking in the public car park at the top of the village,
Included: Bed linen, towels, electricity and heating ( plus a plug-in fan heaters).
Telephone: Not provided. Mobile reception poor (Orange and T-Mobile/EE good).
WiFi: Yes
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs welcome (not large dogs due to the size of the property). Additional Pet Charge: £30.00 per week.
Local Facilities: Polperro beach 5 minutes walk. Talland Beach 1 mile. Other south coast beaches 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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