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Stunning views from the picture window
A versatile space with wonderuful views
Enjoy the ever changing views from the picture window
Enjoy the views from the top floor lounge
Ground floor double bedroom with river views
Ground floor twin room
Top floor double bedroom
Partition glass door seperates the bedroom from the lounge
Groundfloor shower room
Spacious family bathroom with hand held shower
Ever changing views from the lounge windows
Sunny patio and private garden to enjoy alfresco dining
Secure lawned area with mature shrubs leading to personal parking bay
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River Watch

Polruan, Cornwall
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Spacious family house spread over three floors with private parking for 2 medium cars
  • Stunning river views across to Fowey, a short ferry ride with great pubs, restaurants and shops
  • Private and enclosed garden with terrace and garden furniture for alfresco dining
Overview
Property code: PC049

This property provides a perfect getaway for couples as well as a great base for families and walkers. The village of Polruan is ideally located to explore all Cornwall has to offer. A small village with only one road in and out, which goes through the centre of the village ending on the quay where you will find the sandy tidal beach. Experience what Cornwall has to offer, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, The Eden Project , cliff top walks, hidden coves and beaches, fantastic sailing waters, the Screech Owl Sanctuary and Wildlife Park and the many National Trust properties and gardens.

On entering this three storey accommodation you will find two bedrooms on the ground floor, a comfortable king and a cosy twin. There is also a spacious shower room with shower and WC on the ground floor and boot room by the back door. The Washer/dryer is located in the ground floor bathroom. Take the stairs to the first floor where guests will find the kitchen and dining room. The well-equipped kitchen has a electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and dishwasher, where you can enjoy preparing family meals and dining whilst enjoying the fantastic river views. On this floor you will also find a spacious bathroom with a hand-held shower over the bath and WC. Going up a further flight of stairs to the second-floor guests will find the third bedroom which is a double, with partition glass door which adjoins the sitting room where you can enjoy the outstanding views across to the river to Fowey and up the river to Bodinnick or watch your favourite programme on TV (with Amazon Firestick) or use the DVD player to watch a movie.

Stepping outside to the rear of the property you will find a small private patio and lawn garden. there is a pathway and steps which lead up to the parking area suitable for 2 medium sized cars

 Out of season under occupancy discounts are available for parties of 2 or less where no other discounts apply.

 

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king and 1 twin -  3rd bedroom off the sitting room behind a glass partition
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom and 1 shower room
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • Washer/dryer
  • Electricity and electric heating included
  • Bed linen and towels included, please bring your own beach towels 
  • Off-road parking for 2 medium sized cars
  • Pub, shops, restaurants, and cafes all within walking distance
  • TV/DVD with amazon firestick in sitting room
  • Please note there are a number of steps down from the parking area. 28 stone steps to garden, 8 slate steps to front door, and three sets of stairs in the property.
  • 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.
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. 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 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Matthew 2nd August 2024

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Reviewed by Claire 12th July 2024

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Our second stay in this lovely characterful house with the most amazing view over the River Fowey. It's a real bonus to have a garden plus a parking space which is quite unusual for a property on West Street.

Reviewed by Andy 31st May 2024

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A very well equipped and comfortable house with spectacular views across the whole estuary Among the very best of rental properties we've stayed in and there have been a lot over the years! Car parking is an absolute bonus as the hill up to the main car park is very steep. However, it was almost impossible to get a Vauxhall Insignia and a Vauxhall Read moreAstra successfully into the tight confines of the allocated area so would be guests will wish to consider their car sizes and whether two will fit! Hide

Reviewed by David 3rd May 2024

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The cottage is warm and welcoming. A great ser-up and all the facilities are easy to use. It's very clean and well maintained. The top level lounge is fantastic with the seating up there and the wonderful views of the river. Very relaxing at the end of a long day walking. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by sarah 22nd December 2023

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A beautiful house in a great location. The kitchen is well equipped and the views from the other floors are amazing. The only downside are the steps down from the parking space are very steep and quite slippery on a wet day. Also if you choose to stay at Christmas like us I suggest you take your own decorations as the one foot high tree left for usRead more was very underwhelming. These are two very minor negatives though and as long as you are generally fit and active this is a great place to stay. Hide

Reviewed by Roy 8th October 2023

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Reviewed by Jane 2nd October 2023

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Lovely, warm and comfortable. Plenty of space and gorgeous, always interesting views from the windows of ever changing harbour scenes! Garden is properly enclosed so great for our little terrier, although next door neighbours and their dog have access through the garden (they were very friendly but this may not suit all holidaying dogs). Loved explRead moreoring the area and looking forward to coming back. Hide

Reviewed by Roger 22nd September 2023

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The beds and sofas were comfortable. The cottage is in a lovely position .

Reviewed by OLEH 8th September 2023

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Reviewed by Matthias 19th May 2023

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The perfect stay. The house is fantastic, especially the view. The furnishings and equipment fulfil everything you could wish for. We can unreservedly recommend the house and would come again any time, if only the journey from Cologne wasn't so long. The roads to Polruan are challenging, but at the same time beautiful. Thank you very much for this Read moreunique stay. Hide

Reviewed by Liz 28th April 2023

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River Watch is a very comfortable, well-equipped cottage with wonderful estuary views from two floors. Everything you need is there - including a power shower downstairs and comfortable living space for relaxing and gazing at the views. Plenty of space for 6 adults. The location is ideal, quiet but close to the beach and quay with easy access to thRead moree passenger ferry to Fowey. Hide

Reviewed by Fiona 14th April 2023

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Fantastic, well equipped property with a superb view. Having parking was a massive bonus, not many properties in the village do. Board games and books a-plenty too. Polruan is a lovely village with 2 pubs, a bakery, little cafe and well stocked convenience store. Lots more shops, pubs and eateries are available in Fowey, only a short trip across thRead moree harbour on the passenger ferry (5.60 return per adult). Great location for a relaxing break. Hide

Reviewed by Rachel 7th April 2023

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River Watch is a superb, well equipped property. Its location close to the harbour which gives access to the facilities of Fowey via foot passenger ferry and the Pubs and convenience shops of Polruan is brilliant. The house itself is laid out to perfection with the most beautiful view up the Fowey estuary. It is an ever changing picture from the loRead moreunge and dining room. So good to have parking at the property . Very steep hill to the carpark. Highly recommended. Hide

Reviewed by Gill 29th October 2022

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River watch was a delightful house with brilliant views over the estuary from the middle and top floor. It was warm and cosy with bags of hot water and a good shower. The rooms were spacious with plenty of seating and we loved the open plan kitchen/diner. All in all a great place.

Reviewed by Gwen 22nd October 2022

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Great view and location. Tight parking but doable. Well equipped cottage. Lots of books,maps and games at the property. Excellent heating for colder months. Be aware of steep steps from parking spot to cottage. Love the dining area and extra sofa on middle floor. Be aware upstairs bedroom lights are same switch as lounge..door from bedroom to loungRead moree allows light through also. Hide

Reviewed by Nigel 7th October 2022

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Reviewed by Lindsay 16th September 2022

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The house and its views were great. It felt more like a home than a holiday rental, which is what we like. It was very relaxing watching the boats on the estuary; although the weather was fine and sunny, we didn't use the garden because we preferred looking at the views from the front. The location was ideal being a short walk to the pubs, shop andRead more ferry to Fowey. We enjoyed it so much that we didn't want to leave and hope to come back some time. Hide

Reviewed by Geraldine 9th September 2022

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Lovely view from lounge / dining room. Mattress in ground floor double needs replacing. Both bedrooms ground floor damp. Grill on oven doesnt work. Baking trays need replacing - had to clean before use. Carpets throughout need a deep clean. Cobwebs throughout house. Black mould in ground floor shower. Should tell people that property not suitable fRead moreor those with mobility issues. You should also say that anyone with a large size car will struggle and incur damage to vehicle. Hide

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Stunning views from the picture window
A versatile space with wonderuful views
Enjoy the ever changing views from the picture window
Enjoy the views from the top floor lounge
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Location

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