Wayside Cottage, Talland Hill, Polperro, Looe, Cornwall

Polperro is a quaint old Cornish fishing village, whose narrow streets and pretty cottages remain undeniably attractive. Once upon a time the village was notorious for smuggling activities during the 18th and early 19th centuries. The village offers an abundance of shops, pubs and restaurants and is a very popular tourist destination.

Set across three floors, this charming property is rich in original features and coastal character. The top floor is home to a stunning lounge, with dual aspect windows and a high level window to the side which brings in an abundance of light, exposed stone walls, a feature stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove, timber flooring, and vaulted ceilings come together to create a cosy and atmospheric retreat.

The middle floor features a well-proportioned dining room with a wooden glazed window to the front aspect, complete with a charming window seat. An archway leads through to the kitchen, while a separate doorway opens to an inner hallway and the cloakroom.

The compact yet well-appointed kitchen includes a range of cream-fronted units topped with contrasting rolled-edge work surfaces. Appliances include an inset stainless steel electric oven, hob, and extractor, along with an integrated dishwasher and fridge. Additional light is provided by a Velux roof light. The room is finished with tiled walls, a beamed ceiling, and wood-effect flooring. A useful cloakroom with a low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin, completes the middle level.

Stairs lead down to the lower level and into an inner hallway, which provides access to a rear door for maintenance of the back wall of the property only. The comfortable double bedroom enjoys dual-aspect windows, including a window seat to the front and a charming internal feature window from the shower room. Additional features include a beamed ceiling and useful under-stairs storage. The bedroom is served by a modern shower room, creating a private and practical lower-level layout.

This unique cottage would make an ideal holiday home or investment opportunity, thanks to its sought-after location and authentic Cornish character. Offered with no onward chain, it’s ready to enjoy or let immediately.

Accessed is gained via a sloping pathway off Talland Hill through a wooden door into:

Property Information:
Tenure - Freehold Grade II Listed
Council Tax Band - A
Services: Mains water, drainage, electricity.

Directions: On entering the village of Polperro continue through the village passing the Polperro post office on your left. Continue bearing left onto Talland Hill where the property is located a short distance up on your left. (Suggested that you park at the main car park at the top of the village and walk down).