Court Cottage

Court Cottage sits within a barn conversion complex in Pelynt, sleeping 2 in a single bedroom with en-suite bathroom. The open-plan living area has an open fire - practical given the south-east Cornwall climate in spring and autumn - along with a dishwasher and washing machine. The enclosed garden with patio and BBQ overlooks the shared 3-acre estate grounds, which include a fishing lake for guests.

Pelynt is a quiet inland village around 2.5 miles north of Looe, set in rolling farmland between the Looe River and Fowey valleys. Talland Bay, a secluded shingle and sand cove with a seasonal cafe and no large car park, is 1.9 miles by road. East Looe Beach is 3 miles - a busier, longer stretch with surf hire, amusements and a harbour market on Saturdays.

Polperro is 2.5 miles to the east - a small fishing village built into a steep combe with a harbour, artists' studios, and a museum. The village restricts most vehicle access in summer, so walking in from the car park above is standard practice. Lostwithiel, with antique dealers and the medieval Duchy Palace, is around 9.3 miles north for a half-day trip.

This property suits couples who want a quiet countryside base with access to south Cornwall's beaches and villages by car. Ideal for those who value an outdoor space and fire for cooler evenings. Not great for guests wanting to walk to the beach, as the terrain between Pelynt and the coast is hilly and distances are not walkable for most.