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Waterside Cottage

Polruan, Cornwall
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Waterside views
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Romantic
Family friendly
Quirky
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Situated in a delightful tucked away position by the riverside where you can enjoy al fresco dining on the balcony taking in the sea views 
  • The ideal destination for couples and families alike with the local tidal beach or find Readymoney Cove a mile away or explore the Cornish coast
  • Regular ferry service to Fowey allows you to easily explore the local area
  • Visit St Catherine’s Castle, Daphne Du Maurier’s house Ferryside
Overview
Property code: PC073

Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway or a small family escape, this cosy cottage is perfectly positioned for an idyllic Cornish escape. Of course, it’s no holiday without the whole pack, so bring your furry friends along for walkies across one of the country’s most picturesque landscapes. Enjoy the many footpaths from the doorstep, including the famous South West Coast Path which stretches for a staggering 630 miles.

Designed with a reverse-style layout, this cottage makes the most of its beautiful River Fowey views. From the first-floor open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, relax and watch the boats go by each morning as you sip your coffee. Or why not step out onto the large balcony and enjoy an al fresco breakfast? From the lounge, steps lead up to a mezzanine level with a daybed -- a welcome spot for curling up with a good book on a rainy afternoon. You’ll find the two bedrooms on the ground floor, both with stable doors to a delightful decked patio area. There’s even a frape available for a small boat.

Polruan’s tidal sandy beach lies just 1.5 miles from the property, but for beach days with your pups head to nearby Ready Money Cove (5 miles) or Lantic Bay (1.5 miles); here they’ll go mutts for the gentle waves and digging in the soft sand. The hidden cove at Lansallos is also a must-see. Hop on the ferry to Fowey (4 miles) and explore the town’s popular circular walk, discovering the pretty villages en-route and stopping for refreshments at the country pubs. Of course, no visit to Cornwall is complete without a trip to the Eden Project (16 miles), where you can explore the grounds with your hounds, and the Lost Gardens of Heligan (24.5 miles).

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 twin 
  • 2 en-suite shower rooms
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Utility area with washing machine and freezer
  • Frape available for a small boat
  • Electricity and oil-fired central heating included 
  • Bed linen and towels included
  • Parking is available in nearby car parks (charges apply)
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Smart TV and Smart speaker in the lounge area
  • Pub, shops and restaurant all within walking distance
  • Luggage drop off point is approx. 100 yards from the property
  • Access to the property is down 47 steep slate steps
  • Polruan is a quaint little village situated on a very steep hill, so access to some parts of the village can be challenging.
  • Many of the amenities, ferries and cottages in Polruan are accessed via steps some of which can be steep. Please contact us if you have specific requirements.
  • There are many small winding streets that are not suitable for cars, therefore many properties in Polruan do not have private parking. However, there is a large pay and display carpark at the top of the village.
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Samantha Collins

This property is personally managed by Samantha.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 19 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Zoe 30th March 2024

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Reviewed by Corinne 7th October 2023

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Cottage very comfortable and views to die for, however you have to be fit and able to get to the cottage. Steps very steep and not easy in places without a handrail, especially with luggage, shopping and small children.

Reviewed by Gill 30th September 2023

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The upstairs had great river views and lots of natural light. The sofas were comfy, the TV fine and the kitchen convenient and well equipped. The outside balcony was disappointing as it's North facing and didn't catch the sun at all in October. Downstairs, the bedrooms were gloomy and shower rooms tiny. On arrival, the downstairs felt quite damp anRead mored chilly and the heating wasn't working- virtually no instructions in the info folder and we wasted lots of time Sunday morning trying to get help. Hide

Reviewed by Jonathan 23rd September 2023

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Reviewed by Tressey 2nd September 2023

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We absolutely loved the property. It is in a perfect location overlooking Fowey and the estuary.

Reviewed by Lisa 19th August 2023

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The cottage has the most amazing view from the upstairs living area . The kitchen was well equipped with really good quality equipment and crockery etc the bedrooms are quite dark but the beds are comfortable. Shower rooms very small but good quality shower .

Reviewed by Wendy 5th August 2023

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Beautiful quirky cottage in a stunning location wouldn't recommend it for young family's because of steep stairs both inside and outside the cottage we had a amazing time thank you

Reviewed by Ruth 1st July 2023

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A lovely cottage with wonderful views. Well worth the steps down to it!

Reviewed by Sheila 10th June 2023

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Reviewed by Caroline 8th April 2023

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Beautiful, tastefully decorated, well equipped and fantastic view over the water.

Reviewed by Luissa 22nd October 2022

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Reviewed by Christopher 17th September 2022

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Very nice location. Beautiful view of the harbour and Fowey from the dining and living room. The climb up to West Street may be a problem if you have mobility issues. Once there it is close to the village amenities.

Reviewed by Paul 27th August 2022

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The Cottage provided a perfect base set within the heart of Polruan. The views over the Harbour from inside the cottage and from the Balcony were simply wonderful.

Reviewed by Andrew 9th July 2022

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Waterside Cottage is excellent, this is our fifth time in this cottage, it's location in the heart of the village (but tucked away), with fab views make it the perfect hideaway. We adore Polruan and love coming back to this cottage. The steps to access the property could be a problem for those with mobility problems, however weren't an issue for usRead more. We will be back again for sure. Hide

Reviewed by Ruth 2nd July 2022

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A fabulous cottage with superb views. Worth the walk down the steps.

Reviewed by Judy 25th June 2022

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Stunning views across the harbour from waterside cottage -Our first impression Cosy -Comfortable seating a beds -well equipped -Ferry to Fowey a short walk to Quay from cottage - Steps you get use to a parking is closer if you are lucky we managed to park on the quay in all the friendly people of polruan and location makes it a holiday to treasure

Reviewed by Neil 18th June 2022

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Polruan is great, this is our third visit in less than a year so we have a fairly good idea of what is and isn't a great location, this place has the location and the view. This is what you are paying for here. The walk from the car park and the extra steps to get down to this place are in no way suitable for anyone with mobility issues (cannot strRead moreess that enough). The reward however is a stunning view. Overall: Comfortable beds, great showers, stunning views, average kitchen and terrible TV. Hide

Reviewed by Linsey 28th May 2022

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A lovely comfortable cottage with stunning views of the river. If you are lucky with the weather then there is nothing better than sitting on the balcony and watching the busy river. Love the little ferry to Fowey, highly recommend eating at The King of Prussia.

Reviewed by Jon 16th April 2022

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