Best Places for Fisherman's Cottages
Devon and Cornwall is famed for its fishing villages and the almost unique style of the cottages and accommodation on offer. From quirky streets to idyllic waterfront locations – fisherman’s cottages are some of the most popular holiday properties! Often located near to great restaurants and cosy pubs, take a look to see some of the locations we recommend…
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Dartmouth
The beautiful town is one of the most splendid destinations in South Devon. Most popularly known for its seaport, the history of this small area dates back to prehistoric times. With a cobbled market place, and ancient narrow streets, Dartmouth retains much of its previous heritage, characterised by the many Elizabethan houses. Aside of the history of the town, Dartmouth boasts a large variety of specialist shops, where enthusiastic shopkeepers are experts in their field.
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Padstow
Padstow nestles on the west side of the Camel Estuary and is a working port but also a top holiday destination. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty with picturesque coves, rugged headlands and beautiful sandy beaches. Old narrow streets slope down to the colourful bustling harbour which is surrounded by pastel-washed medieval houses and quaint little craft shops.
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Boscastle
Boscastle is a traditional picturesque village hidden in a steep sided valley where the river Valency and Jordan meet and enter the beautiful natural harbour. The village green is the focal point for the whole village with summer fetes and fairs. Within the harbour area are craft & gift shops, a former watermill, tea gardens and a Museum of Witchcraft.
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Fowey
Since the middle ages, smuggling, pilchard fishing, piracy and shipwrecks all form an important part of the rich heritage of the picturesque town of Fowey. Designated as an area of outstanding beauty, Fowey has much to offer every one. The captivating mix of old and new sees the meeting of fishing boats with stylish yachts and traditional pubs with trendy restaurants.
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Falmouth
With the third deepest natural harbour in the world, Falmouth has a maritime history second to none. With the foreboding Pendennis Castle built by Henry 8th guarding the entrance to the port town, Falmouth grew in importance over the centuries and today is still the starting point for many world wide seafaring challenges, most recently with Ellen Macarthur, as well as being a port of choice to many cruise lines.
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Mullion
Mullion is the largest village on the Lizard Peninsula and has a picturesque harbour that is protected from the seas by the two stout sea walls. Today this working harbour is a haven of peace and tranquillity, quite a contrast to its stormy past of smuggling and wreckers.
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Penzance
Penzance, the principle town of West Cornwall nestles in the shelter of Mounts Bay, dominated by the grandeur of St Michaels Mount. This lively town faces southeast and its location gives it a temperate climate which makes it warmer than most.
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Appledore
Appledore has a picturesque quayside as well as many quaint, narrow streets as well as cobbled courtyards. This village is a peaceful haven full of character and charm, contrasting greatly to its smuggling history! Appledore is also renowned for its delicious Hockings Ice Cream which is made in Appledore and can only be bought in North Devon.
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Clovelly
Set into a steep hillside, and renowned for being one of the most famous villages in the world lies the untouched, picturesque, ancient fishing settlement of Clovelly. Set amongst some of the most breathtaking coastal views in the country, Clovelly is the perfect place to escape the burden of everyday city life.
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