Fowey House
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Overview
This fabulous period home rests in its prime, elevated position overlooking the stunning Fowey harbour and estuary. With breathtaking views, elegant plush furnishings, a fantastic contemporary kitchen, luxury soft furnishings and an impressive collection of art decorating the walls, Fowey House is a very comfortable, classy base to explore this glorious area.
The picturesque town of Fowey, much loved by tourists, is a bustling small port with a busy commerical life as well as providing attractive moorings for leisure boats. The pretty harbour is flanked by fourteenth century blockhouses and the charming narrow roads are brimming with quaint gift shops, cafes and restaurants. There are regular celebrations of the life of its famous resident Daphne du Maurier.
The welcome bench, on the south facing patio terrace at the front door, offers a wonderful spot to enjoy the spectacular views and the pretty country garden flowers. As you enter this four storey property, you will quickly appreciate the love and attention to detail that has been spent on it. The interior design is seriously impressive. Sumptuous sofas and beds are all adorned with colour complemented cushions with exquisite taste. The walls are all painted with a neutral palette to emphasise the sensational art on the walls and the pops of colour throughout this wonderful house.
The luxurious open plan living space boasts a small balcony where you can enjoy the views and sip a delicious glass of wine. You can throw open the French doors to the balcony and the cool fresh air will flood in and lift your spirits. On cooler evenings, the feature fireplace is a joy. How wonderful to relax and listen to the sounds of the busy harbour and see the glistening water dotted with boats. A gorgeous painting by artist Lesley Holmes spans the stairwell and another sensational one overlooks the dining table. The owners clearly know and love their art! The sparkling modern kitchen will delight the chef in your party. If you would like to disappear with a cup of tea and the Sunday newspapers there is a conservatory lounge at the back of the house.
The adorable children’s bedroom offers fun bunk beds, a small library of books for bedtime stories and a wonderful, fun colour scheme. It is a very cheerful room with colourful chests of draws and paintings decorating the room. Each of the other three bedrooms boast bay windows to make the most of the spectacular panoramic views. The master bedroom at the top of the house enjoys a vaulted ceiling, delightful angles, and a fabulous window seat. You will be mesmerised by the stunning estuary views. It is the perfect spot for your morning cup of coffee. Like all of the bedrooms, it is adorned exquisitely. There are two further double rooms. One boasts zip and link beds that can be set up as a king or as twins. This room features an incredible, intricate mirror that is absolutely stunning. You will enjoy the sleep of kings in these wonderful bedrooms. There are two bathrooms, one is en-suite and the other a family bathroom with a bath and shower. Both are delightful.
Fowey House is dog friendly so you can bring two pets along to share your holiday. Once you have unpacked in this sensational holiday home, you are just steps from all of the delights of Fowey.
What you should know…
- As the house is located right in the centre, you will need to unload and then park your car in one of the town’s car parks
- One of the bedroom’s has bunkbeds which are such fun for children but not necessarily so for adults!
Property Features
Lower Ground Floor- Solarium with comfortable sofas and satellite TV- Bedroom with a bunk bed
Ground Floor
- Ample living room with comfortable sofas, satellite TV and access to the patio
- Open plan dining area for 6 people with access to the patio
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Guest toilette
First Floor
- Bedroom with a king size bed
- Bedroom with two single beds
- Family bathroom
Top Floor
- Master bedroom with king size bed, sea views and en-suite bathroom
Exterior Grounds
- Ample terrace area
- Outdoor dining
- Garden furniture
- Balcony
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Central heating
- Washing machine & dryer
Location
About the surrounding area of Fowey HouseThe Fowey estuary is a glorious sight with Fowey on one side at the mouth of the River Fowey and the gorgeous town of Polruan on the other. There are regular passenger ferries to and from Polruan and a car ferry to Boddinick. The ferry house was originally the du Maurier family home and later the home of Angela du Maurier, Daphne’s sister.
As well as being incredibly pretty, Fowey has a deep history. During the Second World War, Fowey was the centre for air-sea rescue and one of the places from which the D-Day invasions were launched. St Catherine’s Point is on the Fowey side of the harbour entrance where it functioned as a lighthouse in medieval times. St Catherine’s Castle below was built during the reign of Henry VIII to defend the harbour entrance. It is accessible when walking from the pretty Readymoney Cove. On Fore Street you will find the Old House of Foye, a medieval house built in 1430. It is now a shop but the walls, beamed interior and fireplace are pretty much the same. During the summer, Fowey Town Hall’s museum and small aquarium is open. Daphne du Maurier is celebrated with the Du Maurier Festival each May and at the Literacy Centre next to the church.
There are some amazing sandy beaches close by. Par Sands, close to the village of Par, 4 miles from St Austell, boasts a huge expanse of sand backed by pretty dunes. Polkerris Beach magically combines an idyllic sandy cove and stunning coastline with an array of entertaining watersports. You can stand up paddleboard, learn to sail and windsurf, explore the coastline in a kayak or simply enjoy exploring the rock pools and building sandcastles. There is a wonderful beach restaurant and waterside pub. The National Trust’s dreamy Lantic Bay is a great spot for paddling and for a picnic. It is well worth the climb back up. The views from the top are extraordinary.
You can take a ferry to the buzzy town of Mevagissey which is within a UNESCO Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is another working harbour, nestled on the unspoilt dramatic Cornish coastline. Mevagissey boasts an aquarium, museum, seafood restaurants, atmospheric pubs, watersports, beautiful gardens, cycle trails and much more. You can walk from the town to the stunning Lost Gardens of Heligan.
Restormel Castle lies by the River Fowey near Lostwithiel. One of the four chief Norman castles of Cornwall, it is notable for its perfectly circular design. Once a luxurious residence of the Earl of Cornwall, it was ruined by the 16th century and is now under the supervision of the English Heritage. It is another beautiful picnic spot.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Cornwall Airport
(35 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Fowey
(200 m) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Royal Fowey Restaurant
(150 m) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
Pintxo Bar
(100 m) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Park Road Store
(850 m) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Spit Beach
(7 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
The Carlyon Bay Golf Club
(10 km) |
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Region
When it comes to natural good looks, Cornwall sets the bar for UK holiday destinations. From long stretches of sand to the jaw-dropping scenery, this coastal county makes a fabulous retreat for anyone looking to escape the city scene. But most importantly, you quickly realise that you don’t have to fly around the world to seek adventures. With forests, castles and beaches for days, Cornwall is the ultimate staycation - perfect for all ages.
In recent years, Cornwall has come on leaps and bounds and found a newfound style. That being said, discover our range of beautiful large holiday homes in Cornwall to start planning your next holiday!
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesFowey House will certainly appeal to families. It is extremely comfortable and very spacious. The conservatory could be used for games and the bunk room will be a massive hit. It is such a fun room.
The Fowey area offers fantastic family friendly beaches including Lansallos Beach, Lantic Bay between Polperro and Polruan with views towards Pencarrow Head, Par Sands Beach which is perfect for flying kites, Polkerris Beach, Polruan Quay Beach and the very local Readymoney Cove Beach. This might be a great opportunity for children to take some watersports tuition.
Fowey offers an aquarium, a museum, St Catherine’s Castle and lots of boating. If you are staying during August, the Fowey Regatta is wonderful. There are boats, floats, rafts, fireworks and a procession through the town with everyone dressed in fabulous costumes. There are prizes for the best costumes. Children love spending time with ‘The Bird Lady of Fowey’ at Lescrow Farm and her majestic birds. They can be up close with owls, Loki the hawk and others. If is a fabulous experience that they will not forget.
It is very easy to hire your own boat on the estuary or you can take one of the many boat trips. Fowey River Trips and Sea Cruises offer great value for money trips to see Daphne du Maurier’s house, Bodinnick Quay, Penmarlam Quay, the China Clay Factory, Polruan and lots more. Encounter Cornwall run daily guided canoe trips and kayak hire on the estuary. There are two 3 hour trips. The Creeks and Backwaters tour paddles upriver and the Harbours and Beaches tour paddles down to Fowey Harbour and the sea on low tide.
The fascinating Eden Project is only 7 miles away from Fowey. It is one of Cornwall’s most popular attractions, nestled in a huge crater where massive Biomes house the largest rainforest in captivity together with stunning plants, exhibitions and striking contemporary gardens and summer concerts. The Eden Project is an educational charity. It offers year round family events and a popular ice rink.
Kids Activities Close-by
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- <1hr to Airport
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Fenced Grounds
- Waterfront
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | £350 charged to client’s credit card by the owner before/upon arrival and refunded 28 days after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
Terms & Conditions
* Please note that due to Covid-19, the check in and out times have been temporarily amended to allow for additional cleaning. Check in is now 5pm, check-out is 9am. Thank you for your understanding.
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £350 charged to client’s credit card by the owner before/upon arrival and refunded 28 days after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Linen & towels included? | Bed linen, bath and pool towels are included in the rental price. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi internet access included in rental price. |
| Minimum stay | 3 nights |
| Changeover day | Flexible. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of £25 per pet per week will apply (paid locally. max of 2 pets allowed). |
| Smoking Allowed? | Not permitted. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 31st 2023 - Jun 3rd 2023 | £3,060 | £3,462 | £3,863 | £4,063 |
| Jun 3rd 2023 - Jun 10th 2023 | £2,663 | £3,011 | £3,359 | £3,533 |
| Jun 10th 2023 - Jun 17th 2023 | £2,700 | £3,053 | £3,406 | £3,583 |
| Jun 17th 2023 - Jun 24th 2023 | £2,876 | £3,253 | £3,629 | £3,818 |
| Jun 24th 2023 - Jul 1st 2023 | £3,020 | £3,415 | £3,811 | £4,009 |
| Jul 1st 2023 - Jul 8th 2023 | £3,196 | £3,615 | £4,034 | £4,244 |
| Jul 8th 2023 - Jul 15th 2023 | £3,352 | £3,792 | £4,232 | £4,452 |
| Jul 15th 2023 - Jul 22nd 2023 | £3,609 | £4,084 | £4,558 | £4,796 |
| Jul 22nd 2023 - Jul 29th 2023 | £4,171 | £4,720 | £5,270 | £5,544 |
| Jul 29th 2023 - Aug 5th 2023 | £4,171 | £4,720 | £5,270 | £5,544 |
| Aug 5th 2023 - Aug 12th 2023 | £4,171 | £4,720 | £5,270 | £5,544 |
| Aug 12th 2023 - Aug 19th 2023 | £4,171 | £4,720 | £5,270 | £5,544 |
| Aug 19th 2023 - Aug 26th 2023 | £4,171 | £4,720 | £5,270 | £5,544 |
| Aug 26th 2023 - Sep 2nd 2023 | £3,627 | £4,103 | £4,580 | £4,818 |
| Sep 2nd 2023 - Sep 9th 2023 | £2,995 | £3,388 | £3,780 | £3,976 |
| Sep 9th 2023 - Sep 16th 2023 | £2,873 | £3,249 | £3,625 | £3,813 |
| Sep 16th 2023 - Sep 23rd 2023 | £2,500 | £2,826 | £3,152 | £3,316 |
| Sep 23rd 2023 - Sep 30th 2023 | £2,270 | £2,566 | £2,862 | £3,010 |
| Sep 30th 2023 - Oct 7th 2023 | £2,094 | £2,366 | £2,639 | £2,775 |
| Oct 7th 2023 - Oct 14th 2023 | £2,094 | £2,366 | £2,639 | £2,775 |
| Oct 14th 2023 - Oct 21st 2023 | £2,094 | £2,366 | £2,639 | £2,775 |
| Oct 21st 2023 - Oct 28th 2023 | £2,696 | £3,049 | £3,402 | £3,578 |
| Oct 28th 2023 - Nov 4th 2023 | £2,389 | £2,701 | £3,012 | £3,168 |
| Nov 4th 2023 - Nov 11th 2023 | £1,918 | £2,167 | £2,416 | £2,540 |
| Nov 11th 2023 - Nov 18th 2023 | £1,918 | £2,167 | £2,416 | £2,540 |
| Nov 18th 2023 - Nov 25th 2023 | £1,918 | £2,167 | £2,416 | £2,540 |
| Nov 25th 2023 - Dec 2nd 2023 | £1,918 | £2,167 | £2,416 | £2,540 |
| Dec 2nd 2023 - Dec 9th 2023 | £1,918 | £2,167 | £2,416 | £2,540 |
| Dec 9th 2023 - Dec 16th 2023 | £1,918 | £2,167 | £2,416 | £2,540 |
| Dec 16th 2023 - Dec 23rd 2023 | £1,918 | £2,167 | £2,416 | £2,540 |
| Dec 23rd 2023 - Dec 30th 2023 | £2,832 | £3,202 | £3,573 | £3,759 |
| Dec 30th 2023 - Jan 6th 2024 | £2,835 | £3,207 | £3,578 | £3,763 |
| Jan 6th 2024 - Jan 13th 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Jan 13th 2024 - Jan 20th 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Jan 20th 2024 - Jan 27th 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Jan 27th 2024 - Feb 3rd 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Feb 3rd 2024 - Feb 10th 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Feb 10th 2024 - Feb 17th 2024 | £2,093 | £2,365 | £2,637 | £2,774 |
| Feb 17th 2024 - Feb 24th 2024 | £2,042 | £2,308 | £2,573 | £2,706 |
| Feb 24th 2024 - Mar 2nd 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Mar 2nd 2024 - Mar 9th 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Mar 9th 2024 - Mar 16th 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Mar 16th 2024 - Mar 23rd 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Mar 23rd 2024 - Mar 30th 2024 | £2,303 | £2,603 | £2,903 | £3,053 |
| Mar 30th 2024 - Apr 6th 2024 | £2,510 | £2,838 | £3,166 | £3,330 |
| Apr 6th 2024 - Apr 13th 2024 | £2,303 | £2,603 | £2,903 | £3,053 |
| Apr 13th 2024 - Apr 20th 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Apr 20th 2024 - Apr 27th 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Apr 27th 2024 - May 4th 2024 | £2,092 | £2,364 | £2,636 | £2,772 |
| May 4th 2024 - May 11th 2024 | £2,109 | £2,384 | £2,658 | £2,795 |
| May 11th 2024 - May 18th 2024 | £2,168 | £2,451 | £2,733 | £2,874 |
| May 18th 2024 - May 25th 2024 | £2,190 | £2,475 | £2,760 | £2,903 |
| May 25th 2024 - Jun 1st 2024 | £3,178 | £3,595 | £4,012 | £4,221 |
| Jun 1st 2024 - Jun 8th 2024 | £2,765 | £3,126 | £3,488 | £3,669 |
| Jun 8th 2024 - Jun 15th 2024 | £2,804 | £3,171 | £3,538 | £3,721 |
| Jun 15th 2024 - Jun 22nd 2024 | £2,987 | £3,378 | £3,770 | £3,965 |
| Jun 22nd 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 | £3,136 | £3,547 | £3,958 | £4,164 |
| Jun 29th 2024 - Jul 6th 2024 | £3,319 | £3,755 | £4,190 | £4,408 |
| Jul 6th 2024 - Jul 13th 2024 | £3,481 | £3,939 | £4,396 | £4,625 |
| Jul 13th 2024 - Jul 20th 2024 | £3,749 | £4,242 | £4,735 | £4,982 |
| Jul 20th 2024 - Jul 27th 2024 | £3,943 | £4,462 | £4,981 | £5,241 |
| Jul 27th 2024 - Aug 3rd 2024 | £4,334 | £4,905 | £5,476 | £5,761 |
| Aug 3rd 2024 - Aug 10th 2024 | £4,334 | £4,905 | £5,476 | £5,761 |
| Aug 10th 2024 - Aug 17th 2024 | £4,334 | £4,905 | £5,476 | £5,761 |
| Aug 17th 2024 - Aug 24th 2024 | £4,334 | £4,905 | £5,476 | £5,761 |
| Aug 24th 2024 - Aug 31st 2024 | £4,334 | £4,905 | £5,476 | £5,761 |
| Aug 31st 2024 - Sep 7th 2024 | £3,110 | £3,518 | £3,926 | £4,130 |
| Sep 7th 2024 - Sep 14th 2024 | £2,983 | £3,374 | £3,765 | £3,961 |
| Sep 14th 2024 - Sep 21st 2024 | £2,595 | £2,934 | £3,273 | £3,443 |
| Sep 21st 2024 - Sep 28th 2024 | £2,356 | £2,663 | £2,971 | £3,124 |
| Sep 28th 2024 - Oct 5th 2024 | £2,173 | £2,456 | £2,739 | £2,880 |
| Oct 5th 2024 - Oct 12th 2024 | £2,173 | £2,456 | £2,739 | £2,880 |
| Oct 12th 2024 - Oct 19th 2024 | £2,173 | £2,456 | £2,739 | £2,880 |
| Oct 19th 2024 - Oct 26th 2024 | £2,800 | £3,166 | £3,533 | £3,716 |
| Oct 26th 2024 - Nov 2nd 2024 | £2,800 | £3,166 | £3,533 | £3,716 |
| Nov 2nd 2024 - Nov 9th 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Nov 9th 2024 - Nov 16th 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Nov 16th 2024 - Nov 23rd 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Nov 23rd 2024 - Nov 30th 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
| Nov 30th 2024 - Dec 1st 2024 | £1,990 | £2,249 | £2,508 | £2,637 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Everything we were hoping for
Just a quick note to say we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Fowey House - the property was gorgeous and exactly what we were hoping for. My 82 year mother remarked it was the most lovely house she’d ever slept in - which did make us all smile
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