Living Area
A comfortable seating arrangement with two sofas facing each other in front of the wall-mounted TV and two bucket chairs positioned by the windows, which offer partial river views. A dining table with four chairs is placed near the window, perfect for meals or a spot of afternoon tea. The room is complete with a wood-burning stove, built-in cupboards on either side of the fireplace, an electric radiator, and a vinyl floor.
Kitchen
A step up from the living area takes you to the fitted kitchen, equipped with an electric cooker and hob, fridge with freezer compartment, slimline dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, and a traditional Belfast sink. A farmhouse door opens onto a small patio, while the tiled floor and modern electric radiator add a touch of comfort.
Bedroom 1
A twin room with two standard-sized single beds, a bedside table, and a wardrobe with a mirrored door. The window, fitted with a blind, allows in natural light. An electric radiator provides warmth.
Bedroom 2
A double room with standard double bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe with a mirrored door, and a shelf. The window offers natural light, and an electric radiator ensures a comfortable stay.
Bathroom
Fully tiled, it includes an enclosed double shower unit with a Mira electric shower, a WC, basin with an illuminated mirror above, and a heated towel rail.
Separate WC
Features a toilet, basin, extractor fan, and tiled floors and walls.
Basement Bootroom
Located below the cottage is an enclosed basement with a secure room for guest use, which will contain the washing machine, tumble dryer, and sink, it will also have a low heater to help dry wet clothes. Additionally, there will be a hot shower for washing off sand.
AT A GLANCE…
Sleeps 4 in a double and twin bedroom
River views from the cottage living area and both bedrooms
Private outdoor space with river views
Short Breaks available outside of School Holidays
In the heart of the village
Check in from 3pm
This wonderful cottage in the heart of Polruan proves popular with guests and offers the perfect retreat for those looking to experience the best of village life and the stunning Cornish coastline. This cottage perfectly combines modern comforts with traditional charm, making it an ideal base for exploring Polruan and the surrounding coastal beauty.
Situated within easy walking distance, the cottage provides convenient access to local amenities including:
Polruan Village Store for your daily essentials
Polruan Bakery and Café for freshly baked goods and light bites
The Russell Inn and The Lugger Inn on the quay for a traditional pub experience
Willow's Tea Room for a delightful cream tea
Kitty's Kossiji Bakery & cafe
The Winkle Picker Shop on the quay for unique gifts
A short hop across the water using the water taxi takes you into Fowey. Stroll through the narrow streets and explore its variety of shops, boutiques, art galleries, and local crafts and pick up some Cornish souvenirs or ingredients for a home-cooked meal. Enjoy a lunch or Dinner in one of the many good Café’s, Pubs & Restaurants. Visit some of Fowey’s local attractions to soak up the history including:
St. Catherine’s Castle: A short walk from Readymoney Cove in Fowey, this historic fort offers breathtaking views of the sea.
Fowey Aquarium: A small, local aquarium in Fowey that provides insight into the marine life found around the Cornish coast.
The Fowey Museum: Discover the local history, from shipbuilding to famous authors like Daphne du Maurier, who made Fowey her home.
Take a walk along the South West Coast Path, this iconic coastal path for stunning sea views. The route from Polruan to Lantic Bay is particularly beautiful, offering secluded beaches along the way. Alternatively, the Hall Walk from Fowey, a circular route that offers panoramic views over the Fowey estuary and takes you through woodlands, fields, and historic sites.
Enjoy the local beaches of Lantic Bay, a short drive or walk from Polruan, this secluded beach is perfect for a picnic, swimming, or sunbathing and Readymoney Cove, a sandy, family-friendly beach in Fowey, ideal for a relaxing day by the water.
Take a short drive to nearby picturesque villages of Mevagissey or Charlestown, known for its historical harbour and maritime museum.
The property also includes a cellar, which houses a washing machine, tumble dryer, sink, and a low heater to dry wet clothes. Additionally, there’s a hot shower for rinsing off sand after a day at the beach. For outdoor relaxation, a raised decked terrace is located just a short walk up the path from the cottage. This private area offers stunning views over the estuary and Fowey, an ideal spot to unwind and soak in the beautiful surroundings.
If you’re looking for a tranquil seaside setting, you’re sure to love a holiday in Polruan. Built on a steep hill on the mouth of the River Fowey, Polruan is an ancient fishing village and boat-building hub, filled with seaside charm. It’s secluded and unspoilt – the perfect place to relax and unwind. Set across the harbour from its busier neighbour Fowey, Polruan is surrounded by water on three sides, so unsurprisingly holidays here revolve around the sea.
Start your Polruan holiday by waking up to the sight of the water from an old fisherman’s cottage, then spend your day sailing, kayaking or swimming, enjoying creamy Cornish ice creams and crabbing from the quay – you’ll find all the supplies in the quirkily named ‘Winkle Picker’ shop. If you’re a more serious angler, you’ll find plenty of fish in the sea here, including John Dory, mackerel, mullet and bass.
Polruan is situated on a very steep hill, access to some parts of the village can be challenging. Many of the amenities, ferries and cottages in Polruan are accessed via steps and slopes some of which can be steep.
Hop on the ferry to Fowey where you’ll find a wonderful choice of places to eat, from swanky waterfront seafood restaurants and cosy Cornish pubs to bakeries and crab sandwich shacks. Spend time browsing the many boutiques, independent shops and art galleries, then follow the esplanade to Readymoney Cove. This sandy beach is beautifully sheltered, ideal for swimming, sunbathing and sand-free picnics. While in Fowey, you can also hire a little motor boat and explore the stunning surroundings at your own pace, dropping anchor wherever you like.
Back in Polruan, you can join the spectacular clifftop tracks of the South West Coast Path from the top of the village. One of our must-dos when on holiday in Polruan is to follow the coast path to Lantic Bay, one of the most beautiful beaches around, with white sand crystal clear waters. If you’re feeling energetic, hike further still to pretty Polperro and its white-washed cottages.
During your stay, make sure to visit Polruan’s tiny neighbouring village of Bodinnick with its lovely waterside pub, the Old Ferry Inn. It’s here that Daphne du Maurier lived and where she wrote her first novel. In fact, her family still lived in the very same waterfront house, Ferryside. Today, you can celebrate her life and works at Fowey’s annual Festival of Arts and Literature.
From Polruan, you can also visit Charlestown harbour, famed by Poldark, the bustling fishing port of Mevagissey and the world-famous biomes of the Eden Project.
These cottages, nestled at the bottom of Polruan and set back from the water’s edge, were built long before parking was a consideration. Therefore, you can park in the Polruan pay & display car park situated at the top of the hill.
On arrival, guests will be welcomed with a starter kit of logs and firelighters for the wood burner, ensuring cosy evenings during their stay.
Sorry, this property does not accept pets.
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