Polgassic Mill

Polgassic Mill is a four-bedroom stone barn conversion 2 miles north-west of Polperro, set over three floors with three bath or shower rooms. From GBP 1,082 per week (rising to GBP 2,380 in peak season), it sits well above the village cottages on price and on quiet.

The conversion spreads four bedrooms across three floors, with three bathrooms shared between them. An open fire, dishwasher, washing machine and wifi are all in. Step-free access on the ground level. Dogs are welcome.

Outside, a wraparound enclosed garden has a small stream running through it and parking for two cars at the door. The setting is rural rather than harbourside - quiet evenings, no foot traffic past the windows.

Polperro itself is a 5-minute drive: 13 working fishing boats, the Polperro Heritage Museum of Smuggling and Fishing and the Three Pilchards pub on the quay. Cars stop at Crumplehorn car park; walk down or take the village shuttle. The Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan are inside an hour by car. Best for two families sharing or a couples-plus-friends booking that wants space and quiet. Less good for guests who want to walk to a pub - it's a drive each way.