3 Coastguard Cottage, River View
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Ground floor Kitchen/diner with electric hob and oven, fridge (with freezer compartment), washing machine, microwave, kettle, toaster, coffee machine (Smeg Lavazza), log burner and table and chairs, window seat with sea views. Stairs leading up to First floor Living room with 2 sofas, Sky glass TV, wood burner, bureau and chair, window seat with sea views, and access to garden. Stairs leading to Second floor Bedroom with 4ft 6in double bed, bedside tables, chest of drawers, window seat. Shower room with walk in shower, WC and basin.
Perched along the Warren in the pretty fishing village of Polperro, this stylish Cornish Cottage is truly special, and will be adored by those who are looking for a romantic coastal get away. With stunning sea and harbour views from each floor, guests are in for a real treat. There is a tastefully renovated garden, where you can take your pick from a choice of seating, and enjoy the luxury of the wood-fired hot tub which has the most spectacular sea views. A simply perfect place to wind down after a day of exploring.
From the cottage, you can easily walk into Polperro where you will find an abundance of eateries, pubs and local shops, if you can peel yourself away from the cottage of course. Within a few minutes walk you can also find yourself on the coast path heading towards nearby Talland Bay or Looe.
Seaside will be sure to provide guests a break to remember.
Enclosed, teak panelled, stunning terrace with cushioned bench seating, a decked area with table and 4 chairs overlooking the sea.
Wood-fired hot tub with an outside shower.
Please Note: The rear terrace is accessed via 10 steepish steps and become slippery in wet weather. There is a handrail. Front garden with bistro 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.
One allocated parking space is provided with this property, in the main car park at the entrance to the village.
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, towels, electricity and heating (electric). Starter supply of Logs and kindling for fires and hot tub – you can purchase more in the village.
Pets: No pets permitted at this property
Telephone: No landline. Mobile reception variable. Excellent strength Wi-Fi.
Local Facilities: Polperro beach 10 minutes walk. Talland beach 1 mile. Other 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.