Barn Owl St Martin

A 2-bedroom converted barn 2 miles from Looe in St Martin, with a king-size and twin room across 2 bathrooms. Sea views from the property, with Plaidy Beach 1 mile away. Garden included. Looe is a popular historic port famous for its fishing tradition, little changed over the generations, with a mix of bistros, inns, restaurants, pubs and independent shops, plus boat trips ranging from fishing expeditions to glass-bottomed rides. Nearby is Polperro, known for its colourful narrow streets. The coastal paths give direct access to Cornwall’s dramatic landscapes on foot, and local attractions include The Monkey Sanctuary, the Adrenalin Quarry, Go Karting, Porfell Wildlife Park, The Eden Project and several National Trust properties in the area.

This single-floor stone barn conversion has a spacious, welcoming open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. The lounge has a TV, DVD player, Bluetooth stereo and electric fire. The kitchen has an electric oven and hob, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine with dryer, next to a dining area suited to a quick snack or a full meal. Two bright bedrooms have TVs: the twin bedroom with wardrobe is on the ground floor and opens onto the patio, while two steps down from the lounge, the king-size bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and WC. A wet room with shower and WC is adjacent to the twin bedroom.

Heading outside, you can enjoy a lazy afternoon in the patio area, where seating has also been provided. There is also a large shared garden with sea views.

Best for two couples or a small family wanting sea views and easy single-floor living, since both bedrooms and the open-plan lounge sit on one level. Less good for guests wanting to bring a dog, as the property does not accept pets.

Nearby: Plaidy Beach (1 mile) and East Looe Beach (1.7 miles). See our Looe guide for more beaches and walks in the area.