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Enchanting Harbourside Cottage with Panoramic View

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Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, books
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Marina
On the beach, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Polruan
  • Place, Fowey Estuary
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Readymoney Cove
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lantic Bay Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Boatman's Steps - Holiday Cottage in Cornwall

Enjoy an amazing holiday in our stunning seaside escape in one of the best positions on the harbour, ideal for family and friends alike, with easy access to 2 beaches, coastal paths and the water ferry to Fowey. The spectacular terrace, comfy rooms and every amenity will make this an unforgettable holiday and we’re sure you’ll love the picturesque houses and secret paths of little Polruan too.

The space

Sleeps 6 comfortably in 2 super kings and 1 king size • Two of the bedrooms can be split into twins • 2 Bathrooms • Living room and large hall • Well stocked kitchen/diner • Back courtyard with raised panoramic terrace • Front patio

7-night minimum booking in high season • Friday changeover • Well-behaved dogs are welcome • No onsite parking but parking in the village car park is included in the price.

More details:

Bedroom 1: Super king-size bed that can be split into a twin • Day bed with panoramic river views • Chest of drawers and hanging space • Luggage storage under bed • Thermostatically controlled radiator • Blackout blind • Hairdryer • Travel Cot

Bedroom 2: Super king-size bed • Armchair with panoramic river views • Chest of drawers and wardrobe • Luggage storage under bed • Thermostatically controlled radiator • Hairdryer

Bedroom 3: King-size bed that can be split into a twin • Chest of drawers and hanging rack • Luggage storage under bed • Thermostatically controlled radiator • Hairdryer

Living Room: Overlooking the harbour with comfortable seating for 6 • Woodburning Fire • Boardgames and puzzles • Internet-connected TV with FreeSat • Thermostatic radiator

Hallway: Plenty of space for all your things • Hanging racks • Shoe storage • Fishing rods and nets basket

Kitchen / Diner: Table Seating 8 • Zanussi double oven and induction hob • Double fridge freezer • Wine fridge • Fitted larder cupboard, • Dishwasher • Microwave • Plenty of storage • Bluetooth Speaker

Utility Room: Washing Machine • Tumble Dryer • First Aid • Fire Extinguisher • Drying rack and plenty of space for storage

Family Bathroom: Shower • Bath • Loo • Thermostatic Towel Rail • Heated Mirror • Hand and Body Wash • Electric Toothbrush Charger • Bath rack

Shower room: Shower • Loo • Thermostatic Towel Rail • Heated Mirror • Hand and Body Wash • Electric Toothbrush Charger

Outside: Decked Yard with Extendable Table Seating 8 • Decked Terrace with Sofa Seating 8 • Heated Hot Shower • Outside Power Sockets • Outside Lights • Gas/Charcoal Hybrid BBQ
Guest access
You have access to the whole house and deck. The steps to the beach are shared between our two neighbours.
Other things to note
Changeover is on a Friday.

Polruan is built on a steep hill, with colourful houses sheltering on the leeward side of a small peninsula, with the estuary as its focus. Charmingly, the street is too narrow for cars. You can drop off your stuff at the bottom of the street then there is free parking (for one car) in the village car park, otherwise £30 a week
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 4 minutes by foot from Gribben Head
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

490922

Boatman's Steps - Holiday Cottage in Cornwall Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a great holiday location with beautiful river views. The decor is lovely and the house has a very relaxing atmosphere. The host is super friendly and helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, well equiped and maintained. High quality all round. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025