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Boatman's Steps

England · Cornwall · Polruan
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Comfy Cornish cottage, with secret steps down to the sea and breathtaking panoramic views of Fowey Harbour.

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
£1125-2400 per week

Please note: minimum stay for this property is: 3 nights low season & 7 nights high season

Boatman's Steps is owned and managed by Oliver.

You can ask a question or make a booking request directly with Oliver.

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Highlights
  • Charmingly renovated Cornish cottage with bags of character and all the comforts of home.
  • Perched at the top of a steep hill with stunning views over the harbour, you'll feel on top of the world.
  • Two external decked areas with tables, comfy seating and a BBQ where you can eat, drink and be merry while taking in the breath-taking vista and fresh sea air.
  • The perfect base for exploring all of the nearby Cornish villages, coves and beaches.

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You should know
  • No direct access for vehicles.
  • We have a Friday changeover day and only accept 7 days rentals in high season.

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Eco Credentials
Top Scoring

Heat pumps / Heat recovery ventilation system

Other Green Credentials

All energy efficient appliances

100% local produce in welcome pack

Responsibly sourced firewood

Underfloor heating

Superior double or triple glazed windows

Recycling of all recyclable waste

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This surprisingly spacious cottage is steeped in the character of its maritime past and thoughtfully renovated with plenty of bonus features for the ideal Cornish holiday. Set in the heart of Polruan, a friendly and tranquil ancient mariners’ village known for its artistic and literary connections and working boat yard, it is built on a steep hill, with colourful houses sheltering on the leeward side of a small peninsula, with the estuary as its focus.

The stylish living room overlooks the harbour and offers comfortable seating for six with a knockout view, a cosy woodburning fire for snug evenings in and board games and puzzles to keep you entertained. You’ll imagine smugglers, pirates and battleships, once visitors to this historic harbour, while watching today’s less fearsome boating activities from your chair or even your bed.

The three fresh and spacious bedrooms offer a choice of super-king size or king size beds which can be split into twin beds for convenience. They provide plenty of storage, sumptuous bedding and panoramic river views from two of the rooms. Listen to waves breaking on the beach below your window at night and catch the sunset from your waterside perch.

Collect breakfast supplies or coffee from the shops and cafes after your early morning swim, just a stone’s throw from your doorstep and cook up a storm in your modern kitchen diner which boasts a Zanussi double oven and induction hob, double fridge freezer, wine fridge, dishwasher and microwave. Enjoy the fruits of your labour at the chic eight-seater dining table. A fresh white family bathroom plus a modern shower room ensure no queueing for your morning bathing.

Outside you’ll find a decked yard with an extendable table plus a further decked terrace with a comfy sofa, outside lighting and fabulous views over the harbour. The hybrid BBQ provides the perfect opportunity to dine alfresco while watching the boats.

With nearby walks along the coastal paths to sandy bays and hidden creeks, and with two excellent pubs on your doorstep, you won’t need to venture much further. If you feel like a change then take a quick trip on the ferry across the estuary to the buzzy town of Fowey where you can have lunch or supper at one of the many eateries or wander around shops and galleries. Take a longer boat trip to the little harbours of Polperro and Mevagissey, or head inland to the Eden Project.

Features
Essential
  • Baby Friendly
  • Dog Friendly
  • Family Friendly
  • Internet / Wi-Fi
  • Heating
  • No Smoking
  • Strictly No Single Night Stays
  • Underfloor Heating
Living Spaces
  • Games/Books
Bed/Bath
  • Bath
  • Cot
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Towels (bath)
  • Towels (beach)
Tech
  • Netflix
  • Satellite TV/Freeview
  • Smart TV/FireStick
  • Stereo music system
  • Television
Outside
  • BBQ
  • Garden/Outdoor Space
Also Available
  • Walking distance to pub
£1125-2400 per week

Please note: minimum stay for this property is: 3 nights low season & 7 nights high season

Availability

Boatman's Steps is owned and managed by Oliver.

You can ask a question or make a booking request directly with Oliver.

Request To Book
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Coolstays user

Absolutely beautiful little cottage with everything a holidaymaker could want. We were happy to sit on the glamorous deck watching the shipping on the estuary but also went across to Fowey for dinner by the convenient ferry and walked round the pretty lanes in Polruan stopping for a drink in one of the two pubs. We swam from the beach at the bottom of Boatman’s Steps and then collected freshly baked croissants from the cafe. The house was extremely comfortable offering several different places to sit. The showers were excellent and the kitchen and bbq worked brilliantly. We loved it all and can’t wait to return!

Stayed June 2023

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We had a glorious stay in this beautiful house. It was spotless, comfortable and well equipped, having everything we needed including beach towels, board games, bbq etc.. The terrace is wonderful and the views are even better than the pictures! The location is ideal with shops, cafes and pubs on the doorstep as well as in Fowey, a short ferry ride away. You and your dog will love a walk to the fields at the top of the village and then onto the coastal path. Would highly, highly recommend this house and it's location!!

Stayed May 2023

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