Barney Cottage, Polruan offers a delightful three-storey retreat in the heart of this charming Cornish village. The farmhouse-style kitchen boasts a stylish Everhot range cooker, dishwasher, and spacious dining table seating six to eight guests, creating the perfect space for family gatherings. The characterful sitting room features original slate flooring and a cosy multi-fuel burner, whilst a charming bay window seat offers glimpses of the water beyond.
Step outside to discover a sunny elevated patio and decking area, accessed via slate steps, where you can savour lovely views across Fowey harbour. The property provides three comfortable bedrooms: a king-size master with en-suite accessed through a delightful play room, a bright double overlooking the garden, and a twin room with ample storage. A newly refurbished family bathroom completes the accommodation alongside a practical utility area housing washing facilities.
Picture yourself settling into the bay window seat with a morning coffee, watching the harbour come to life. Evenings call for gathering around the multi-fuel burner, sharing tales of coastal adventures whilst the gentle sounds of the village drift through stone walls. Later, retreat to your elevated patio sanctuary, where harbour views and Cornish sunsets create memories to treasure.
Barney Cottage, Polruan places you perfectly to explore Cornwall's captivating coast and countryside. The passenger ferry to Fowey (seven km) reveals independent shops, galleries, and the fascinating Fowey Aquarium with interactive touch pools showcasing Cornish marine life. Fowey Museum (seven km) offers scenic walks and water adventures alongside local attractions. For maritime history enthusiasts, Polperro Heritage Museum of Smuggling & Fishing (12 km) presents captivating exhibits of the area's seafaring past, whilst Restormel Castle in Lostwithiel (17 km) provides stunning panoramic views from its 13th-century circular ruins.
Venture further to discover Wheal Martyn Clay Works in Carthew (31 kilometres), where beautiful parkland houses Cornwall's china clay heritage. Bodmin Jail (33 km) offers spine-tingling paranormal experiences and Georgian crime exhibitions, whilst the legendary Jamaica Inn on Bodmin Moor (36 km) combines smuggling history with delightful dining.
There are plenty of towns in the area that make for great days out. The historic market town of Liskeard is a 27-kilometre. This picturesque little town is located an equal distance between the south coast, the rugged heights of Bodmin Moor and the Tamar Valley. It is home to 100s of independent and family-run businesses, making it great for a shopping trip. St Austell is 28 kilometres away. It was once the centre of Cornwall's China clay industry, and you can dig into this past on the Clay Trails; nine mainly off-road routes that link the Clay villages with tourist attractions and points of interest. The world-famous Eden Project and the amazing Lost Gardens of Heligan are both on the outskirts of the town.
