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Apartment in Cornwall
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviewsPar, Cornwall-apartment-SW coast path-Eden-Fowey
2–9 May
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviewsThe Cottage at Trevelyan -rural Cornwall
2–9 Sept
Cabin in Millbrook
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviewsThe Crow’s Nest - A luxury hideaway for two.
16–23 Feb
Cottage in Cornwall
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews12 Troy Court
14–21 Dec
Shepherd’s hut in Cornwall
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviewsLuxury Coastal Shepherds Hut with Hot Tub nr Fowey
15–22 Mar
Apartment in Cornwall
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviewsStylish 2 bedroom Annex in Fowey with parking
3–10 Jan
Tiny home in Bude
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 420 reviews'The Weekender' @Cleavefarmcottages, Crackington
3–10 Apr
Flat in Par
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 350 reviewsOpen Plan One Bed Apartment, Par, Cornwall
3–10 Oct
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Polruan
Total rentals
50 properties
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
30 properties have a dedicated workspace
Pet-friendly rentals
30 properties allow pets
Family-friendly rentals
40 properties are a good fit for families
Total number of reviews
570 reviews
Nightly prices starting at
£48 before taxes and fees
Your guide to Polruan
All About Polruan
Polruan is an ancient fishing village in Cornwall built on steep banks where the River Fowey, Pont Creek, and the English Channel meet. The area is best known for wild beauty, the King Arthur legend, and Celtic lore. Mountains surround the estuary on three sides like an enormous amphitheatre, and looking down from Polruan on centre stage is a dramatic sight — white sails glide across clear, blue waters from which fishermen pull up nets filled with the day’s catch.
A tranquil town known for boatbuilding, Polruan has only one road in and out. You’ll find a couple of cafes and pubs to pop into and a market that sells local fruit and vegetables, ales, cured meats, and cheeses. You can even pre-order breakfast — freshly baked bread served with a newspaper. Across the harbour is Fowey, named for the river which the two towns share. A four-minute ferry ride lands you in this larger city of narrow streets with clothing boutiques, bookstores, and art galleries. Restaurants serve fancier fare and local lobster. Kayaks and boat rentals are also available. Less than an hour away from Polruan are gorgeous gardens and estates, such as the Lanhydrock House and Tintagel Castle, the birthplace of King Arthur.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Polruan
June through September temperatures are warmest and the weather is usually dry. This is the best time to rent Polruan cottages. Summer is the season for live music and food festivals. Outdoor cinemas in the area are popular, too. In October, the annual Heligan Harvest celebrates the bounty of local producers. Also in October is the Falmouth Oyster Festival just over an hour away by car. Winter is cold, but this means ice skating and Christmas markets with Cornish pasties, mince pie, and mulled wine.
Top things to do in Polruan
Hiking
In Polruan, you’re never far from a great hike. Climb Polruan’s Hill to check out St. Saviour’s Ruin, one of the oldest churches in the area dating back to the eighth century. St. Ruan, for whom the town gets its name, once lived here, and it was used as a lookout point where sounded bells signalled the ships of invaders. Fowey to Polruan Hall Walk is a 4.2-mile loop trail known for its bird-watching and seasonal wildflowers. Less than a mile down the road from Fowey is a castle built in 1536 to protect the harbour from French attack.
Eden Project
A 40-minute drive from Polruan, you’ll find what looks like a futuristic space colony rising from the rustic countryside. The Eden Project consists of huge spherical biodomes that create climates from around the globe where their indigenous plants thrive. The most popular greenhouse contains the largest indoor rainforest in the world.
Lost Gardens of Heligan
This walled garden and woodland walk an hour from Polruan are well worth the drive. Its most famous features are three whimsical sculptures: The Giant’s Head, Mud Maid, and Grey Lady. In October, Heligan estates celebrates all things harvest with events throughout the month, including estate-to-table dinners.
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