Talland Bay, PL13

The Property

Situated in an incredible position, elevated above the South West Coast Path, Down End Cottage is an exceedingly rare coastal property set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, commanding breathtaking 180-degree views across the Atlantic Ocean. This much-loved detached home presents a truly exceptional opportunity to acquire a landmark property with significant potential for redevelopment or enhancement, subject to the necessary planning consents.

The existing single storey accommodation comprises four bedrooms, a family bathroom and a shower room, a light-filled sitting room, an open-plan kitchen/breakfast room, and a practical utility room. Outside, there are two generous patio terraces and an elevated Lookout from which to enjoy the uninterrupted sea views, while also overlooking the surrounding lush gardens and dramatic coastline beyond.

Accommodation

Entrance porch | Entrance Hall | Sitting room with open fireplace | Kitchen/breakfast room with dual aspect | Principal bedroom with patio doors to the terrace | Shower room | Two double bedrooms (one with sea views) | Family bathroom | Study/4th bedroom | Utility room.

Outside 

Approached via a gated farm track with right of way access, the property provides private parking for 3-4 cars, and a detached double garage. Sitting in just over half an acre of mature gardens with far-reaching sea views, a spacious patio terrace wraps around the cottage, leading to a second terrace off the sitting room, perfectly positioned to enjoy the uninterrupted coastal outlook. The grounds also include a well, a greenhouse, a generator outbuilding, and a garden room with doors to the dramatic Lookout. A public footpath runs along the west boundary leading down to the South West Coast Path. Neither path is visible from the cottage, which therefore retains immense privacy.

Services

Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Well under the shower room floor.

Location

Situated on Cornwall’s spectacular south coast, Talland Bay is a picturesque and peaceful coastal enclave renowned for its protected coves, crystal-clear waters and sensational Heritage Coast scenery. Nestled between the charming fishing communities of Looe and Polperro, the immediate area offers direct access onto the South West Coast Path and a wealth of outdoor pursuits including sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding and miles of scenic coastal walks. Just a short drive away, the bustling harbour town of Looe provides an excellent range of shops, restaurants, cafés and year-round amenities, while the surrounding coastline is home to numerous beaches, hidden coves and some of Cornwall’s most breathtaking coastal landscapes. Combining natural beauty with convenience, Talland Bay is truly one of South Cornwall’s most sought-after coastal destinations.