Star Cottage

Looking for a romantic break in the beautiful fishing village of Polperro at an historic cottage with fantastic harbour views from almost every room? Look no further, Star Cottage is the perfect choice. Situated along the traffic-free ‘Warren,’ this tastefully refurbished holiday cottage will provide all a visitor needs and more for a memorable holiday in Cornwall. The modern and spacious kitchen diner, where you can watch the ebb and flow of the tide, provides a great space to socialise and to enjoy a glass of wine or cup of coffee, whilst the pretty bed linen, accessories and soft furnishings will ensure ultimate comfort, rain or shine. With all this on offer, guests may be tempted to relax and stay at Star Cottage for most of their holiday, but Polperro provides plenty of entertainment; a number of shops, pubs and restaurants as well as the harbour, beach and South West Coastal Path await to be explored, and all are on the doorstep. Further afield, the bustling seaside town of Looe and the remainder of the stunning South coast of Cornwall are easily accessible by car. A welcome pack awaits you on arrival.

Please note: The property can only comfortably accommodate a maximum of 2 adults, and two children, as the bunk beds are not full length.

Outside

No outside space

The local area

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

Good size lock-up garage for 1 car at Fishna Bridge, approximately 400 yards from the cottage. Please note: There is no car access to the property.

Additional information

Included: Bed linen, towels, WiFi, electricity and heating (electric).

Telephone: Not provided. Mobile reception poor (Orange and T-Mobile/EE good).

Pets: 1 well-behaved dog welcome or 2 small well-behaved dogs on enquiry. Pet Charge: £30.00 per week, per pet.

Local Facilities: Polperro beach 5-10 minutes walk. Talland beach 1 mile. Shops, pubs and restaurants all in Polperro. Looe with more facilities, 4 miles. Plymouth 25 miles. Truro 29 miles.