Chapel Mead, Polruan is a captivating two-storey house offering breathtaking views of the Fowey River and sea from almost every room. The spacious kitchen boasts a gas range cooker with twin ovens, Belfast sink, and an extendable oak table, whilst a generous pantry houses the fridge-freezer and additional storage. Both the large drawing room with French doors and the inviting living room feature comfortable seating and a wood burner, with wide concertina doors opening onto the veranda. A utility room provides washing facilities alongside entertaining table football.
Step outside to discover an extensive lawned garden where a covered patio area with garden furniture creates the perfect setting for al fresco dining and relaxation. The property features five beautifully appointed bedrooms: three king-size rooms (two with en-suites), one twin room, and a bunk bed room ideal for children. Four well-appointed bathrooms ensure comfort for all guests, including en-suite facilities with roll-top baths and modern shower rooms.
Picture yourself awakening to stunning river views, brewing morning coffee whilst planning coastal adventures, then gathering on the veranda as evening light dances across the water. The expansive garden invites lazy afternoons, whilst the wood burner beckons for cosy evenings sharing stories of your Cornish discoveries.
Chapel Mead, Polruan is perfectly positioned to explore Cornwall's most treasured attractions and coastal delights. The charming Fowey Aquarium (1 km) offers fascinating glimpses into local marine life with interactive touch pools, educational talks, and displays featuring native Cornish sea creatures including rays, sharks, and colourful reef fish. The world-renowned Eden Project (26 km) captivates visitors with its iconic geodesic domes housing the world's largest rainforest in captivity, Mediterranean gardens, and outdoor biomes showcasing plants from across the globe. History enthusiasts will delight in Jamaica Inn, a 26-kilometre drive away – the legendary 18th-century coaching inn made famous by Daphne du Maurier's novel, now housing a smuggling museum and maintaining its atmospheric original bar. Tarquin's Gin Distillery (27 km) provides unique tastings of award-winning handcrafted gins, including their signature Cornish Gin infused with local botanicals and violets.
Venture further to discover Poldark Mine (48 km), offering authentic underground tours through 18th-century tin mine workings complete with original machinery, atmospheric lighting, and expert guides sharing tales of Cornwall's industrial heritage. The hidden clifftop Terence Coventry Sculpture Park is 48 kilometres away, featuring over 30 contemporary bronze and stone sculptures dramatically positioned along coastal paths with breathtaking views across Mount's Bay. The Museum of Cornish Life in Helston (52 km) houses three floors of captivating exhibits celebrating local traditions, from mining artifacts and Victorian domestic life to displays about the famous Helston Flora Dance.
The vibrant city of Truro, 30 kilometres away, serves as Cornwall's elegant county capital and shopping destination, dominated by its magnificent Gothic Revival cathedral – the first to be built in England since St Paul's. The city's Georgian and Victorian architecture houses boutique shops, galleries, and restaurants along its cobbled streets and riverside setting. Meanwhile, family-friendly Newquay is a 33-kilometre drive north, renowned as Britain's surfing capital with eleven golden sandy beaches including the famous Fistral Beach. This laid-back coastal resort offers everything from surf schools and beach cafés to the Blue Reef Aquarium and Newquay Zoo, creating the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation for lasting seaside memories.
