Kingbarth

Kingbarth is a detached cottage with 19th-century origins in Lerryn, a tidal creek village on a tributary of the River Fowey in south Cornwall. The property sleeps six across three bedrooms and is rated 5 stars on Sykes with 40 reviews.

Two king-size bedrooms and one twin are served by a bathroom with bath and shower and a separate ground-floor shower room. The sitting room has an open fire with glazed doors that open directly to the garden. A dedicated playroom with games and toys is a practical feature for families. The kitchen has meadow views, a separate dining room seats the full group, and a dishwasher and washing machine are fitted. An EV charging point is available - useful in a rural location where public chargers are limited.

Outside, an enclosed garden with barbecue wraps around the property, with parking for four cars. Lansallos Beach - a remote cove between Looe and Polperro reached only by footpath, with clear water for swimming and snorkelling - is around 3.5 miles away. Lantic Bay is the same distance. The Ship Inn in the village is less than a mile. Lostwithiel, with its medieval bridge and Restormel Castle (English Heritage), is 2 miles north, and Fowey is 5 miles south along the river.

**Best for:** Families with young children who want a five-star creek-village base with easy access to south Cornwall's quieter beaches and the Fowey estuary. **Less good for:** Those without a car - the village is accessed via a narrow ford road and public transport is minimal.