Polmarine

–Excellent location – show map
+13 photos
Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.6
  • The entire place is yours
  • 350 ft² size
  • River view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Free Wifi
    In all areas • 47 Mbps
  • Balcony
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

About this property

Beachfront Location: Polmarine in Polruan offers direct beachfront access with stunning garden and river views. Readymoney Cove Beach is a 16-minute walk away, while Looe Golf Club lies 14 mi from the property. Historic Charm: Housed in a historic building, the apartment features parquet floors and a balcony with garden and river vistas. Guests enjoy free WiFi, ensuring connectivity during their stay. Comfortable Amenities: The apartment includes a kitchenette with a refrigerator, oven, stovetop, and toaster. Additional amenities include a balcony, dining area, work desk, and streaming services. Local Activities: Guests can engage in fishing, hiking, cycling, diving, and snorkeling. Newquay Cornwall Airport is 24 mi from Polmarine, providing convenient travel options.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

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Shane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had a wonderful holiday in Polruan, our hosts Tina and John were lovely helpful and friendly! The Property was exceptional, right ot the water we had a private stairway for a swim, it was magical! Definitely somewhere we will stay again!”
Zac
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful setting. Unmatched views over the harbour from the balcony. Direct access to the water from the private dock. John and Tina are lovely and very welcoming. Will definitely be back!”
Olivia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Polmarine is in such a beautiful location! The view from the shaded balcony was wonderful and being able to use the steps to take a swim in the harbour below at high tide was an unexpected bonus 😊 John and Tina were lovely and welcoming. Would...”
Roz
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“John and Tina are great hosts. The apartment has everything we needed Great views”
Angie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very welcoming and right on the river with access down private steps literally into the water.”
Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The balcony, location, comfortable ,had everything we needed.”
Julian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location, large bedroom, little balcony friendly hosts”
Alex
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful location was fantastic views. Good value for money.”
Nathan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was fantastic. John was very friendly and welcoming.”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was just great - the small balcony which you can sit out and enjoy coffee overlooking the harbour is wonderful !”

Hosted by Tina Gainford

9.6
Host Review Score
Tina Gainford
Polmarine is a boathouse originally dating from the 18th Century, and is a small part of a large area of land containing several properties purchased from the Duchy of Cornwall by an eminent sea captain, who built a quay on the site. At the turn of the last century it came into possession of the Bunt family and was named Bunt's yard. Over recent years more small areas have been sold leaving, on the waters edge a large boathouse and land known as Polmarine. Several people have owned the boathouse and over the many years a great number of boats have been housed and repaired here. Even until the early 1980"s light work was carried out by the Pickering family who were the last to do so. John Barley has owned the property since 1989 and has helped make it into the unique property it is today. Within this property is an apartment rented on a self catering basis. The River View Suite is on the first floor of the property and has a balcony which enjoys the stunning views. Guests are able to use our conservatory on the ground floor and garden.
I help John to market, book and prepare the apartments for occupancy. We are lucky to live in a beautiful part of the world and enjoy sharing this space with people wanting to visit and explore the area. I also work as a support worker so when not at home I'm normally out and about supporting clients with learning disabilities. Photography is one of my interests and living here am spoilt for choice on all the varied opportunities. Sunrise and Sunsets being top amongst them.
Polruan is a unique picturesque village on the South Cornish coast, set on a steep hillside. It lies on the banks of the River Fowey and is the quieter of the two villages, from the top of St Saviours Hill car park you can look down to the harbour and across the river to Fowey or turn around and look out to sea. There are two pubs and two cafes in the village offering a variety of meals. Polruan is on the South West Coast Path as well accessible to beautiful scenic walks around the village, in particular the Hall Walk can be enjoyed along with the walk to Lantic Bay about an hour away. Polruan is a good place to base yourself for a visit to the Eden Centre, which is just 9.2 miles via the Bodinnick car ferry. There is a Polruan to Looe bus that goes via Polperro, many more bus routes from Fowey that are accessed via the passenger ferry across the river from Polruan, this runs every 15 minutes, until 9pm in the Summer and 7pm in the Winter, website C Tom's and Sons. From Fowey you can catch a bus to Par main line train station or continue on to St Austell and beyond. The car ferry at Bodinnick is approx 5 miles away. In the summer months a ferry runs to Mevagissey from Fowey
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Polmarine

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
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Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 7 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

7+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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There are no cribs available at this property.

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No age restriction
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that Polmarine is accessed down a set of winding steps and may not be suitable for people with mobility issues.

Please inform Polmarine of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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