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Stepaside Cottage

Fowey, Cornwall
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
No Dogs
4
star
Waterside Views
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A characterful cottage on the waterfront in the picturesque town of Fowey
  • Admire the views of the water from every room in the house
  • Cuddle up on a sofa in the homely snug

Property code: OC-CSTEPA

This charming 1620s fisherman’s cottage, set across three floors on the edge of the river in Fowey, is an excellent place for a group of friends or family to stay for a classic Cornwall getaway. Treat yourself to some freshly-caught seafood from the local restaurants in the town — all within 0.5 miles of the property. Stroll along the waterfront and take a dip at the sandy Readymoney Cove (1 mile), or catch a ferry across to Polruan and head off on a hike along the South West Coast Path to National Trust - Lantic Bay (3.5 miles).

Inside the property, on the lower ground floor, you’ll find a kitchen/diner/lounge. With a neutral colour palette and white wooden beamed ceiling, the room feels light and airy. Enjoy clear views of the River Fowey from wherever you are in the room through the traditional style windows. The kitchen area is neatly positioned against one wall on the left-hand side of the room. Panning across to the right, you’ll see 2 doors with steps out into the patio area with table and chairs. On the right-hand side of the room, there are comfortable sofas to sink into while watching the boats pass by. In the evenings, your feet will be warmed by the underfloor heating throughout this open-plan room. Climb the stairs up to the ground floor and walk into the master bedroom which is bright and an en-suite with a rainfall shower. On a rainy day, the snug is a lovely cosy space with two large sofas, a Smart TV and river views. There’s an extra WC in the cloakroom. The first floor has two bedrooms and a bathroom. One of the bedrooms has a double bed and en-suite with a shower and the other is a twin room. After a long day of exploring, soak in a bubble bath in the family bathroom.

Walk down three steps to reach the patio area. There is a table and chairs to sit at and enjoy an evening drink while watching the bobbing boats on the river. At the edge of the water, there are steps down to the foreshore.

  • 3 bedrooms - 2 double, 1 twin
  • 3 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 2 en-suites with shower and WC, 1 separate WC
  • Oven, hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer
  • Smart TV
  • Mobile signal is variable
  • Paved garden, garden furniture, steps down to the foreshore
  • No parking
  • No mooring available but a dinghy with a mooring can often be hired from a local boatyard
  • Shop and pub less than 0.5 miles, beach 1 mile
  • Not recommended for children under 8 due to water frontage
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Samantha Bird

This property joined our collection in 2023 and is managed by Samantha.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 14 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Rob, 21st October 2024

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Reviewed by Debra, 28th July 2024

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We loved this house! It was very accommodating and comfortable. Thanks to the owners for letting us use it.

Reviewed by Laura-Jayne, 30th June 2024

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Location lovely, but the house really does need some tlc and someone to look at it through the eyes of visitors. (E.g. entrance just not welcoming, wifi signal not strong enough to use the smart tv etc).

Reviewed by Elizabeth, 23rd June 2024

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Good WiFi, Good TV. Wonderful Garden, climb down to more or less private beach. Shop for milk bread papers etc short walk. Girls in office very helpful. Boat hire easy.

Reviewed by Sarah, 26th May 2024

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Lovely cottage in great location, with lots of space for 6 people. Great outlook and access to the beach when low tide. We would definitely book again.

Reviewed by Charlotte, 14th April 2024

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We had a lovely stay in Stepaside, comfortable beds and great views. However, the washing machine and oven need some minor repairs and the sofas upstairs we feel need replacing-they have clearly done many years service!

Reviewed by John, 7th April 2024

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Location excellent- patio area very good Views. Some evidence of upgrades to property eg beds.

Reviewed by Sara, 28th December 2023

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We had the most amazing Christmas there. Kitchen so well equipped and the kitchen/lounge the most amazing social space with a fantastic view and the sound of lapping water.

Reviewed by Beryl, 15th October 2023

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Reviewed by Jenn, 10th September 2023

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Reviewed by Lisa, 16th July 2023

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We really enjoyed our stay at Stepaside Cottage. It had a cracking view over the water which we enjoyed from the courtyard. It was well equipped & secure. A little tricky to access the cottage to unpack due to the super narrow road, which made it a stressful arrival, but Caffa Mills car park is only a 5 minute walk away so easy to carry our things Read moreback to our parked car. The kitchen area was a very sociable space for us three couples, & we werent on top of one another. We were vety central so within very easy walking distance of pubs, restaurants & shops. Hide

Reviewed by Kim, 9th July 2023

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Instructions for finding the property were poor. You need to show picture of front door or you miss it. Showing a picture of the back of the property is useless. The access and outside areas were dirty with rubbish and a dead seagull outside of gate, which had been there for some time. The front door wouldnt open, the back gate fell off onto my dauRead moreghter, the toilet seat slid to one side every time you sat on it, toilet roll holder broken, towel rail rusty, but apart from that it was lovely! Hide

Reviewed by Christopher, 2nd July 2023

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Wonderful property in a great location. Real home from home.

Reviewed by Richard, 19th February 2023

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Amazing waterfront property ideally located between the centre of town and only a couple of minutes walk to the car park. Cosy, yet spacious and a great garden to enjoy morning coffee and an evening beer - even in February!

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