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Refuge Cottage

Fowey, South Cornwall
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs allowed 1
4
star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Traditional Cornish cottage with gorgeous garden and fabulous views of the water from the balcony
  • Set in the heart of Fowey in a private spot just steps away from local pubs, cafes, bars, and quirky shops
  • The perfect dog-friendly retreat for families and friends to enjoy time together
Property code: OC-R27582

Centrally located at the heart of the town of Fowey, this wonderful Cornish cottage is the ideal bolthole for a seaside getaway. Close to the Bodinnick car ferry and within 200 metres of the town's quay, pubs and restaurants, there’s plenty to explore nearby. Readymoney Cove is 0.6 miles on foot and has a sandy beach and rock pools to explore. Enjoy a trip to Polruan on the passenger ferry or travel to the village of Mevagissey on a pretty coastal boat trip. Slightly further afield, fun family attractions include the Eden Project, Hangloose Adventures, Charlestown (one of the filming locations in the TV series Poldark), and The Lost Gardens of Heligan, all within 14 miles. Walkers will appreciate the countless beaches and coastal walks, all within 20 miles.

Stepping off the streets of Fowey and through the gates towards the private rear courtyard, you are greeted by an oasis of calm and beauty. Enter into the large, traditional cottage kitchen which is fully equipped and perfect for packing up a good lunch for a day out exploring. Off the kitchen is a handy utility room where you can hang wet suits and store beach items. The living room boasts a Smart TV, plenty of seating to relax and kick back after a long day out and about, and fabulous views of the estuary from the French doors. Upstairs, the house has three bedrooms, all with en-suite shower rooms. The master bedroom has a double bed with amazing river views offering the perfect spot for breakfast in bed or a lazy morning. The single bedroom next door offers equally exciting water views, whilst across the spacious hallway is the final bedroom offering twin beds and views over the courtyard.

Outside is a beautiful, enclosed garden with garden furniture and BBQ as well as a fabulous large balcony with breathtaking sea views – the perfect spot to dine alfresco and watch the boats sail by.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single
  • 3 bathrooms - 3 en-suite shower rooms and separate ground floor WC
  • Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Enclosed garden with furniture and BBQ, and balcony with seating
  • Private parking space at the top of Fowey suitable for small cars only. Main car park is 1.2 miles by car and 350 metres on foot (charges apply) and there is a town bus that runs from the main car park to the centre of Fowey. There is also a small, free car park at the top of Fowey on Park Road (subject to availability).
  • Beach 0.6 miles (by foot) 1.7 miles (by car), shops and pub within 200 metres
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Emma-Jayne Rothwell

This property joined our collection in 2023 and is managed by Emma-Jayne.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 14 guest ratings

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Reviewed by John, 1st July 2024

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Cant make any criticism, all was lovely , except couldnt find information

Reviewed by Ron, 22nd June 2024

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Reviewed by Stephen, 8th June 2024

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The best location in Fowey full stop!

Reviewed by Angela, 27th April 2024

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Lovely house with amazing views in the best location in Fowey.

Reviewed by Paul, 25th February 2024

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Brilliant location, best views weve had in 20 years of coming to Fowey. Warm and comfortable, will return.

Reviewed by Hannah, 8th January 2024

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Refuge Cottage is perfectly located in beautiful Fowey. Also the property is listed with a parking space, but this never materialised??, so you will need to pay to park for the week. Not a problem. On balance, we wouldn't stay at this property again.

Reviewed by Pam, 30th December 2023

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Refuge Cottage was simply the best possible place for us to stay. We loved the location, in the centre of the bustling town of Fowey and yet totally quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed looking at the Christmas lights in Polruan and endlessly looking out of the window at the river, even though there were few craft at this time of year. I was absolutely misRead moreerable to leave - thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Barry, 30th October 2023

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Reviewed by Alan, 17th September 2023

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The best location we could have wished for. Refuge cottage provided everything we needed and more! The views from the cottage are just Beautiful!!

Reviewed by Nicholas, 10th September 2023

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Reviewed by Jane, 31st July 2023

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Reviewed by Claire, 11th July 2023

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Refuge cottage is perfect for comfort, accessibility and location. The most amazing views. Everything you need on your doorstep. We spent hours on the balcony over the water and had the most relaxed holiday. Just loved being there and can recommend

Reviewed by Carla, 1st July 2023

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Please read the entire message as it starts with a few negatives but does end on a positive note. The online information at the time of booking indicated that there was private parking for Refuge Cottage. Information provided a few days before the trip then advised us to park in the main public car park at additional cost. This property was chRead moreosen for elderly parents so this did cause some initial difficulties. I tried to make contact via your online chat facility but couldn't reach any chat hosts. There was some damp in the property that could cause problems for asthma sufferers and the settee is a little tired. Also the door handle came off the first time we opened the fridge, and the shower head in the twin-room was loose. However, none of this detracted from the fact that Refuge Cottage is a stunning property with a lovely homely feel. We absolutely loved the location and the views are amazing. None of us wanted to leave, including the dog :-) Thank you very much for a lovely holiday! Hide

Reviewed by Simon, 11th June 2023

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Lovely cottage on a great location with great views and spotlessly clean. Marked down only because it says it has Wi-Fi but the system is so old it doesnt work and there is in theory no Wi-Fi at the property.

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