About this property
Boasting captivating views across the fishing harbour towards Fowey, is this characterful and charming cottage, The Lookout. This idyllic accommodation is perfect for a refreshing break to this corner of Cornwall, where a tranquil retreat is promised by exploring the village’s maze of unspoilt lanes, the harbour which is a haven for yachts and the surrounding Polperro Heritage Coast. You and your family will be delighted by the seamless blend of character and style the interior exudes, with carefully selected furnishings complementing the characterful features of the property. Set over three floors, which is typical of a Cornish property within the area, you will find the open-plan living room set on the top floor, designed to make the most of the picturesque views.
Here, you can look forward to planning the next day’s adventure with your loved ones and curling up on the window seat to soak up the views with a cup of tea in hand. Venture down the staircase to the first and ground floors, where two bedrooms await you after a wonderful day exploring. The first floor houses a brightly decorated double bedroom with king-sized bed, whilst the ground floor offers a twin bedroom boasting ample storage to house your personal belongings. Look forward to winding your way around the idyllic streets of Polruan, where you will be delighted to find a couple of pubs with traditional Cornish charm, a café and a well-stocked village shop for picking up the essentials. It’s just a minute’s walk to the harbour, where you can hop on the ferry and spend the day exploring bustling Fowey, or if you are feeling active, the South West Coast Path is literally on your front step, leading the way to some of Cornwall’s most spectacular and secluded beaches. Attractions within the surrounding area that will suit a group of all ages and tastes include the Fowey Aquarium, the Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre and the famous Eden Project, which are just a short car journey away. The Lookout promises a wonderful hideaway for those seeking a relaxing and rejuvenating break.
Th small fishing village of Polruan rests on a steep hill on the Fowey estuary, and was made famous by the author Daphne du Maurier. It boasts an atmosphere of a fishing village, a small beach, a couple of pubs, a village shop and a number of small businesses. From here, a short ferry ride will take you to Fowey, where you will find a larger selection of amenities, as well as the Fowey Regatta in August.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x ground-floor twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor cloakroom with WC.
Second-floor open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Downstairs WC
Electric heating.
Electric cooking facilities (microwave, mini oven, hob), washing machine, dishwasher, fridge, books, TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Public parking a short walk away.
Three well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking allowed.
Pub and shop 0.1 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Eden Project
- Wheal Martyn
Reviews (27)
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Penelope
Our aim was a Christmas which was a break with tradition and we didn't want to do the full Christmas lunch but I imagine large cooking would be hard with the small kitchen and maybe that should be mentioned in the description of the cottage but for us as I've said it was perfection. I would recommend the property to anyone. We made use of the pubs, village shop and the lovely coffee shop, all of which were so close to the property. Despite it being Christmas we and swam a couple of times and walked a great deal. A wonderful relaxing holiday.
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Trevor
Felt very homely. Comfortable seats and sofa with fabulous prospect of the estuary through a huge picture window with its cosy window seat. Kitchen well equipped and easy to use - we were self-catering and it was no problem. Super shower. Master bedroom a delightful room with comfy bed and calming atmosphere. V Close to village facilities and quay - we spent happy hours watching the boats! Easy access to stunning SW Coast path. Thank you for a healing week. We have already booked again for the autumn.
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Claire
10am was the pinnacle!). After complaining to the manager at The Lugger pub we had the odd night of reprieve from their own staff talking/ swearing/ smoking/ drinking outside the bedroom windows. The Russell Inn was earlier to close. The bedroom windows are not sufficient to keep any noise at bay, even talking outside. The house itself is in a good position for the ferry to Fowey and has stunning views from the top floor. There is however black mould in the shower and the house felt damp upon arrival and on colder days. The bathroom window does not close and we had to wash the towels a week into the holiday as they smelt of damp. The frosted window in the bathroom that looks directly onto the staircase needs covering- it is not private in the bathroom at all. The wooden towel rail in the main bedroom was mouldy and the heated towel rail in the bathroom did not work. I cleaned all the cutlery upon arrival as there were hairs and bits in the cutlery tray. The dish brush and foam dish sponge were used and full of bits and hairs. The TV remote controls were a health hazard. We found a used plastic cup on the children's bedroom floor on arrival and a dirty sock on the double bedroom carpet. Apart from the mould in the bathroom, the grout in between the tiles was orange. I cleaned a section easily with a squirt of Dettox and a sponge. All the skirting boards throughout were dirty and the carpets need a deep clean as they are dirty and stained. We are happy to provide photographs of the main issues. We managed to cook a variety of meals quite easily with the table top oven, microwave and hob. The oven trays need replacing though. The position of the crockery cupboard and lack of worktop was challenging though. In summary, we were really disappointed with how much we paid for the holiday against the level of cleanliness and comfort. The owner needs to make a formal complaint to the pubs (especially The Lugger). Driving around on holiday and home on a few hours sleep is dangerous. We were told (by The Lugger manager) that guests staying nearby had also complained and they get complaints every year about the noise.