3 Bed in Polruan (oc-pc032)

Set in the heart of the traditional Cornish fishing village of Polruan, overlooking a busy boat yard, with superb river views. Located just across the water from the better-known Fowey and connected to by the Polruan Ferry which crosses the harbour every fifteen minutes. Fowey is a bustling small port with many craft shops, galleries and restaurants and attractive moorings. From here, ferries run to the nearby fishing town of Mevagissey, Boddinick and Polruan. Head slightly further afield and visit Polperro and Looe with their rugged coastlines, small beaches and range of independent shops, galleries, cafes and restaurants. In the 18th century, two hundred and fifty years ago, it is recorded there was a tunnel from underneath the stairs of the property to the boatyard below. This was used for smuggling! Part of the brick archway collapsed, and the entrances to the tunnel were filled in some years ago.


Enter this rustic traditional Captains House and step back in time. Harbour View had been home to multiple generations of Master Mariners, and has been thoughtfully and delicately maintained by the current owner with period furnishings. The Captain's cottage is steeped in history and preserved with care. A stay in Harbour View is more than a holiday. It is an occasion. A celebration of Cornish History. The lounge with comfortable sofas, period fire surround and wood burning stove, is the perfect place to relax after a day of exploring and enjoy a film on the TV/DVD. Heading into the kitchen/diner, with views to the garden, which is equipped with electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and microwave. Gather around the table with seating for four and enjoy breakfast or an evening meal together. At the end of the day head upstairs to the three bedrooms, there is a choice of a double room with views across the river, a second smaller double room also enjoying river views, and a single with views overlooking the garden. Completing the accommodation is the bathroom with a victorian roll top bath, over the bath waterfall shower, and WC.


Outside, there is a large private ancient garden on 3 levels with gazebo and harbour views. The garden is a real feature of the property and is perfect haven for wildlife with a sunny secret garden feel in the heart of the village. The top level offers a prime position to watch the sunset over Fowey. A beautiful mature wisteria tree provides shade and privacy on the lower level of the garden. Guests are able to unload directly outside the property and parking is available in nearby car parks (charges apply).

House Rules

Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 3 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 small double and 1 single

- 1 bathroom

- Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and microwave

- Wood burning stove - First basket of logs included from October to March

- Electric and electric heating included

- Bed linen included

- Parking is available nearby car parks (charges apply)

- Wi-Fi included

- Shop, pub/restaurant and beach within walking distance

- TV/DVD in lounge

- Located behind a busy, working boat yard

- The ancient garden is set over 3 levels, the top level is in a sunny spot with harbour views.

- 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.


Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 3 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 small double and 1 single

- 1 bathroom

- Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and microwave

- Wood burning stove - First basket of logs included from October to March

- Electric and electric heating included

- Bed linen included

- Parking is available nearby car parks (charges apply)

- Wi-Fi included

- Shop, pub/restaurant and beach within walking distance

- TV/DVD in lounge

- Located behind a busy, working boat yard

- The ancient garden is set over 3 levels, the top level is in a sunny spot with harbour views.

- 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.



Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.