Key Features
- Property code: COBBLE
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
AS FEATURED ON ITV1's "HOLIDAY HOME SWEET HOME"...
The Cobbles is a sympathetically modernised 18th century whitewashed fisherman’s cottage overlooking Polperro beach and the harbour mouth, which retains all its old world charm whilst providing a high standard of comfortable living accommodation. The cottage is located on a pedestrianised lane, a short walk from the centre of this quintessential 16th century Cornish fishing village and rewards guests with delightful sea views from most rooms. Tasteful furnishings, neutral colours and quality accessories combine to create a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere, accentuated by the soothing murmur of the sea. Steps behind the cottage lead up to a small, sunny terrace which has panoramic views of the harbour and village. The South West Coastal path passes close to the cottage and for those who enjoy exploring, the whole of Cornwall with its abundance of attractions is easily accessible by car.
Key Features
- Property code: COBBLE
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
AS FEATURED ON ITV1's "HOLIDAY HOME SWEET HOME"...
The Cobbles is a sympathetically modernised 18th century whitewashed fisherman’s cottage overlooking Polperro beach and the harbour mouth, which retains all its old world charm whilst providing a high standard of comfortable living accommodation. The cottage is located on a pedestrianised lane, a short walk from the centre of this quintessential 16th century Cornish fishing village and rewards guests with delightful sea views from most rooms. Tasteful furnishings, neutral colours and quality accessories combine to create a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere, accentuated by the soothing murmur of the sea. Steps behind the cottage lead up to a small, sunny terrace which has panoramic views of the harbour and village. The South West Coastal path passes close to the cottage and for those who enjoy exploring, the whole of Cornwall with its abundance of attractions is easily accessible by car.
Front stable door from lane opens into a kitchen/diner: with a slate floor and underfloor heating, modern painted wooden kitchen units, an induction hob, built-in electric fan oven, dishwasher, fridge with icebox, washer/dryer, dining table to seat five and window seat overlooking the harbour.
Stairs to first floor Living room: with oak flooring, large window seat with spectacular views, woodburner, large sofa, armchair, 32" LCD TV, DVD player and a DAB radio with iPod docking station.
Family bathroom: with slate floor, bath, shower over, hand basin and WC. Door to rear.
Stairs to second floor. Master bedroom: with 6ft super king size bed, fitted wardrobes and window seat.
Twin bedroom: with two 3ft single beds (one is 5ft 10in long) and fitted wardrobe.
From the rear door, steps lead up past a neighbour’s terrace to a small patio area with garden table and chairs and views of the harbour, village and sea.
Please Note: The rear terrace and steps are not suitable for unaccompanied young children and the elderly may find access difficult.
Please Note: The garden steps can become slippery in wet weather.
The traditional fishing village of Polperro, set along the dramatic South Cornish coastline between Looe and Fowey, is steeped in maritime history. Wandering its pretty, narrow, winding streets offers a nostalgic taste of times gone by.
For centuries local families here were reliant on “Polperro pilchards” which were sold right across Europe. Nowadays, there is still an active fishing fleet but their catch is more varied. You can sample their wares in a number of local restaurants, pubs and cafes, or simply sit back and watch the fishermen at work in the harbour as you tuck into a fresh crab sandwich.
Polperro has an abundance of small, twisting lanes, most of which are simply not wide enough for modern vehicles. Some are little wider than footpaths, so leave your car in the main car park at Crumplehorn and from here you can walk, catch the bus or even take a horse and cart the half mile down into the village. The traffic-free zones allow you to explore the winding alleys of whitewashed fishermen’s cottages at your leisure.
It’s easy to imagine the hustle and bustle of people with loaded horse & carts rumbling past during Polperro’s smuggling heyday, or the scores of ladies lining the streets nimbly knitting fishermen’s jumpers, known locally as “knit-frocks”. On the harbour-side you can visit the Polperro Heritage Museum of Fishing and Smuggling to immerse yourself more fully in Polperro’s rich history.
The village and harbour are best seen at high tide, but at low tide, a small beach appears so it’s possible to go for a paddle. The picturesque South West Coast Path runs right through the Polperro. If you walk east along the coast you’ll reach the beautiful Talland Bay, or alternatively hop in your car to visit other nearby sandy beaches including Seaton, Downderry, Lansallos and Lantic Bay. Regular boat trips run from the harbour offering fantastic views of the coastline and day trips to nearby Looe, and you might even spot dolphins and seals on your way!
A holiday cottage in Polperro offers a wonderfully traditional seaside escape on the dramatic South East Cornish coast.
In the main public car park at the entrance to the village (charges apply/cash only). Alternatively, Toad Hall Cottages have some spaces to rent on a first come, first served basis in the village - please enquire at time of booking.
There is also a local independent luggage taxi service available. If you would like your luggage delivered straight to your door. (charges apply)
Please note: There is no car access to the property.
- Included: Bed linen, towels, WiFi, electricity and heating (underfloor and night storage). Logs and kindling for woodburner can be purchased in village.
- Pets: One well behaved pet welcome by arrangement with THC (living areas only). Pet Charge: £30.00 per week.
- Telephone: No land line. Mobile reception poor (Orange and T-Mobile/EE good).
- Local Facilities: Polperro beach 10 minutes walk. Talland beach 1 mile. Other beaches are easily accessible by car. Shops, pubs and restaurants all in Polperro. Looe with more facilities, 4 miles. Plymouth 25 miles. Truro 29 miles.
The Museum Tea Room
(Less than a mile)
(30)
Great cake served with a generous helping of wonderful views of the harbour. Grab a seat outside and watch the world go by on a sunny day.
The Museum Tea Room, The Warren, Polperro, Looe PL13 2RB
1st class
April 2024
We have been to the Blue Peter many times. I’m coeliac, they have great gf beer on tap and wonderful gf food. The staff are always so lovely and friendly, it’s our favourite pub in the country !
March 2024
Lovely location and a good selection of food and drink. We arrived at 3:50 on the last Monday in February and it shuts at 4:00 so be aware.
March 2024
Lovely cream tea!??
November 2023
Lovrly! Friendly and v decent scones!!
September 2023
All very nice
August 2023
Lovely location, friendly staff and very good coffee
May 2023
Sweet cafe next to the museum with harbour views. Does a great cream tea.
May 2023
Fantastic location over looking the harbour Best coffee in polperro and cream teas a must on your stay
May 2023
Great spot for a cup of tea and cake or sandwich etc.
September 2022
Lovely service and food
June 2022
Went twice -Good food, however staff could be friendlier, one waitress just plonked the tray on our table without any eye contact , smile or words , - and didn’t seem bothered us having to leave the first time due to us having no cash on us , so make sure you have cash available as cards only excepted if you spend £15 , very annoying , The best bit is the fabulous location overlooking the harbour
May 2022
A cosy tearoom that serves delicious sandwiches and a lovely cream tea. Definitely worth a visit!
March 2022
Delicious food, excellent setting and service.
September 2021
Best crab sandwich and scones! Lovely location
August 2021
Excellent coffee and cake. Best gluten free selection.
June 2021
Great place… great location ?
June 2021
Lovely location and the best crab sandwich and scones!
July 2020
Only went in once, found to be very "CLICKY" staff happily chat away to locals who just drop by while being very rude and dismissive of paying customer's. wont go again.
September 2019
Great coffee, service, ice cream and location.
September 2019
Lovely lunches, perfect view of the harbour, very reasonable
July 2019
Fantastic views over the harbour, coffee is really nice just a shame that not all the staff were friendly
July 2019
Great location & lovely coffee & cake Staff could be friendlier
May 2019
Lovely hot chocolate and coffee cake.
April 2019
Lovely spot right next to the harbour. Very small but excellent tea rooms!
March 2019
Absolutely brilliant site, lovely lady serving, coffee and milk shakes along with the cream teas are excellent.
July 2018
Mmmmmm,cream tea a must! Cute location too.
May 2018
Excellent food and friendly staff. A lovely sunny place to sit and watch the boats.
May 2018
We have just returned from Waters Edge after two weeks of beautiful sunshine. The cottage was beautifully clean,well appointed and equipped. I believe the position was the envy of all who walked passed. I could not find a pen to write in the visitors book so would you please pass on our thanks and compliments to the owner and to her cleaner who came to collect the rubbish and delivery clean bedding on the dot of 10am, as arranged.
July 2017
Lovely coffee, and amazing location. A smile from the staff wouldn't have gone a miss though!
May 2017
Blue Peter Inn
(Less than a mile)
(92)
For a warm welcome and good locally sourced food and beer, spend some time at The Blue Peter Inn. Caters for vegetarians, gluten free and fish lovers!
Blue Peter Inn, Quay Rd, Polperro, Looe PL13 2QZ (T: 01503 2727433)
Great place to eat and drink
April 2024
Best pub in Polperro for drinkers and music.
April 2024
Wonderful pub, cosy and friendly atmosphere with great food and weekly live music. Great for dogs too! Highly recommended
April 2024
OH DEAR, call that a curry. Yuk.....couldn't wait to get out of the place..
October 2023
Fish and chips are legendary.
October 2023
We ate here twice because the food is absolutely gorgeous. I had the Crab Linguine twice; delicious! We've booked to stay in Polperro again in 2024 so we will be eating here again that's for sure. A good selection of Rum and Ales.
September 2023
Really well cooked quality food amidst a lovely old world pub atmosphere and friendly staff. Good value for money for the quality of the ingredients.
September 2023
Unfriendly welcome from waitress. Waited too.long so went next door to the three pilchards.
September 2023
Unpleasant welcome from waitress, dumped in an empty upstairs room with far too many tables far too close together. Left twiddling our thumbs so got up and went to the Three Pilchards just down the way which is excellent (and friendly)
September 2023
As fabulous as ever!
August 2023
Very atmospheric. Good food and friendly staff
August 2023
Lovely family friendly pub in the heart of the harbour. Staff were fab and food and drink’s delicious. Went several times during our stay.
July 2023
Absolutely lovely meals, great atmosphere and fab staff.
July 2023
Amazing pub, fantastic location, friendly, helpful staff and delicious food. What more could you want?! Highly recommended
June 2023
Our favourite pub!! Eaten here many times and always delicious, John enjoyed the crab ravioli so much he had it two nights on the run! Lovely friendly helpful staff,
May 2023
Excellent pub.
May 2023
Very nice,a traditional Cornish pub
May 2023
Best Pub in Polperro by a long way.Great atmosphere,great staff,great food and lots of live music.
May 2023
Great pub and atmosphere Beer really expensive
May 2023
We only called into the Blue Peter Inn for a drink but were extended a very warm welcome and the pub had a lovely atmosphere and quaint, unspoiled feel to it. There was additional seating upstairs for dining if we hadn't run out of time!
March 2023
Wonderful atmosphere, beer and food. Very dog friendly. Loved it here
February 2023
Great pub to visit in Polperro. Staff were excellent and service was top notch.
September 2022
Very friendly staff, good food.
August 2022
Excellent food, very big portions
August 2022
Highly recommend The Blue Peter. The seafood platter and fish & chip wrap are a must.
July 2022
Great place to have a drink. Food choice limited especially as in a harbour and local fish
July 2022
Great pub,nice friendly staff, good food and drink
July 2022
Good food and service. Friendly, helpful staff. Nice relaxed atmosphere.
June 2022
Best pub in Polperro. Friendly staff and food is absolutely lovely and reasonably priced
June 2022
Great pub for atmosphere
June 2022
There is always a lovely welcome at The Blue Peter
June 2022
Ordered a seafood platter as wanted to try the locally sourced fish. I love all fish, but this was Truly awful. Couldn't taste the fish for the garlic over everything. The breadcrumb was so lightly fried, it was soggy. When the waitress came over and noticed the almost untouched meal, she asked if I enjoyed it. I said I didnt and told her why. She said 'I will pass on your feedback and left, no 'sorry about that's , nothing. Tried a seafood platter in another pub and it was amazing. Very disappointed in the Blue Peter.
June 2022
As always a warm welcome and great atmosphere. It has all its old charm
May 2022
Quaint and quirky pub,very popular with locals,but very small,they try to pack too many in,good food though
April 2022
A lovely cosy pub with great food. The staff are very friendly and we had some fantastic meals there.
March 2022
Fantastic pub, friendly staff, good food, good range of alcohol, always made to feel welcome, we have been back many times
February 2022
Very friendly staff and delicious hake meal?
December 2021
Absolutely fantastic , food was incredible, staff couldn’t do enough for you , it’s such a difficult place to find an evening table as you cannot pre book a table , but staff were happy to take a telephone no and call you as soon as a table became available, and that’s every night , even in October !! Having eaten their I now understand why they are inundated with bookings . Even with food allergies they went above and beyond to help , advise and swap for different ingredients, fabulous.
November 2021
Food was excellent, tried different dishes. Service was just right Staff were very friendly, and were always quick to respond to any request Very enjoyable visit and the pug has a good atmosphere
October 2021
A lovely quirky pub with lots of indoor seating on various levels for great food and good selection of drinks. Well worth a visit or two!
September 2021
Lovely quirky pub with harbour wall seating. We didn’t eat here but found drinks ambience and service great.
September 2021
Unfortunately not for us. After our first visit we never went back. When an establishment has other scrumptious eateries/restaurants within a few meters it really needs to up its game in the food department.
September 2021
Fantastic food, atmosphere and service. Lovely pub!
August 2021
Very lazy unhelpful staff. Asked to sit on a vacant table outside for either a drink or food at 8.20pm and was told they needed to close the tables down so we could not. I asked what time they closed outside tables and was told 9pm. They offered no alternative and were not at all interested in us but more interested in talking between themselves and closing early. I felt as though I was interrupting them.
July 2021
Always on our list places to eat. Fish & chip wrap is a must to try
July 2021
Only popped in for a drink, very typical quaint old fishing village pub, made to feel very welcome by lovely staff and would definitely visit again.
July 2021
Ate once at this pub. Inside, upstairs. Nice room looking out over harbour.
June 2021
Good food, very friendly people,lovely quaint pub. All covid regulations observed.
June 2021
Great atmosphere, fabulous food and within easy walking distance.
June 2021
We visited Polperro not quite out of lockdown so we were unable to go in but we got take away fish and chips twice and they were delicious! Possibly the best I've had! Nice local IPA too and friendly staff. Great location on the harbour. Really lovely.
May 2021
Visited twice during our stay in Polperro in October, excellent food and very warm welcome.
October 2020
Very friendly and helpful in the current circumstances. Good fish and chips
September 2020
Best pub in Polperro. Staff are fantastic, food is brilliant. An absolute MUST!
July 2020
this place is a true gem. Amazing food created in such a small kitchen!! This place is our favourite when we go to Polperro. Friendly staff and a real local feel .
February 2020
Great food, super friendly, good selection of gin, poor selection of wine.
December 2019
We ate here 3 times in the week we were in Polperro. Very pleasant staff, child-friendly and most importantly beautiful food. The crab on ciabatta is the stand out dish, try it with a glass of local scrumpy, but it's all delicious. I've no idea how they achieve what they do in that teeny tiny kitchen!
October 2019
Really great atmosphere, lively, friendly, great food and dogs made welcome
October 2019
Warm welcome,very friendly charming pub. Good food and ale... love it!
October 2019
Fantastic meal from their specials board (scallops). Great service and lovely setting
October 2019
Excellent
September 2019
great pub great food
September 2019
Good food and lovely staff! Definitely recommend ????
August 2019
Great place for a pint early evening!
July 2019
lovely food, good pub atmospphee
May 2019
Great pub with great atmosphere, beer & food best pub in Polperro
May 2019
Warm welcome . Great food, loved it.
April 2019
Always visit the blue when we are down, never had a bad meal...perfect.
April 2019
Several lovely evenings with excellent food and beer in my favourite pub!
March 2019
I've had the pleasure of visiting a number of times and the atmosphere is always great no matter which day of the week it is. Great welcome, food, drink & dog friendly, what more could you ask for? Phil
March 2019
The best, love this place ??
March 2019
Whilst staying in Polperro went to the Blue Peter every night for dinner. Great atmosphere with many locals and visitors to village. Definitely recommend the food and plenty of it. Well done.
November 2018
Good service and friendly staff
October 2018
Friendly staff, tasty food.
August 2018
Amazing food, good selection of drinks, superb scrumpy, very warm welcome from every member of staff, relaxed friendly atmosphere great entertainment Thursday-Sunday and they loved the dog, what more could you want!? ????
August 2018
Our favourite pub in Polperro. Visited more times than we can remember. very friendly staff and excellent food
June 2018
Marvellous pub with fantastic food, really welcoming, World Music Day was brilliant thanks to all the staff for memorable times.
June 2018
Superb food, friendly staff, best pub I know
June 2018
Our favourite pub in the whole of Cornwall, we frequent it most nights on our weeks holiday each year and eat there at least twice a week and have never had a bad meal. The only problem with the Blue Peter it isn't big enough for when there is music on and gets very crowded but apart from that a brilliant pub and the bar staff who have been there a few years are lovely and friendly.
June 2018
Call for a drink after walking from Looe, had to make a return another day and we had a fabulous lunch. Lovely people. Lovely place. Lovely food.
May 2018
The Blue Peter is the best pub in Polperro. Lovely food and atmosphere. Highly recommended
May 2018
Lovely pub and staff... well kept ales... never actually ate there but visited a couple if times and other people's meals looked great... excellent traditional pub...
May 2018
Great little Pub. We always enjoy our visits here. Friendly staff and good service.
April 2018
Wonderful pub, super staff, and really good food. Go for the music at weekends, great atmosphere
April 2018
Fantastic pub! Great atmosphere, fantastic food and staff. Definitely worth a visit!
February 2018
The best food around. The other restaurants in Polperro do not compete.
July 2017
Superb food, good range of real ale and very friendly staff. We were made to feel very welcome and would highly recommend this place! It is one of the best pubs we've visited in our week in Cornwall. Thank you to Abi and the excellent bar staff.
July 2017
What an amazing pub - great food, warm welcome, perfect setting and if you time it right you get to hear great bands!
July 2017
Enjoyed several meals here food nicely cooked and friendly service.
June 2017
Proper pub with great food and beer with staff treating you like a local
June 2017
A great atmosphere and delicious local fish. A warm welcome from the staff,
May 2017
My 7 year old daughter thinks The Blue Peter does the best fish and chips ever! (And we agree!). Lovely friendly staff and great food.
April 2017
Excellent food and very welcoming.
April 2017
The Three Pilchards
(Less than a mile)
(120)
The oldest pub in Polperro, full of historic charm with a hillside garden overlooking the village. Here you will be served hearty homemade meals including fresh seafood, along with a range of well-kept wines, beers and lagers.
The Three Pilchards, The Quay, Looe PL13 2QZ (Tel: 01503 272233)
Great pub, food and staff all excellent
April 2024
Back for a second year and once again The Three Pilchards didn’t disappoint. Fabulous food, both quality, selection and portion size, and a good choice of drinks (although it’s difficult to beat a freshly drawn local pint of Doom.
March 2024
Very friendly pub and food was good .definitely worth a visit. :)
December 2023
Perfect??
November 2023
Excellent food and service during our many visits. All staff were welcoming, efficient and very hard working.
November 2023
Always a friendly welcome , great fish pie.
October 2023
Lovely pub with good food and friendly service. Matt was a great host and always managed to fit us in somewhere. Great fish pie, fantastic fish and chips and a really good crab bisque. Excellent pub.
October 2023
Lovely pub, great staff Fab Fish & Chips, the view from the upper outdoor terrace is amazing , went twice .
September 2023
I fell in love with this place not only because of its history of fishermen and knitters but because of the fantastic food (the Fish Pie was my favourite) wide selection of Rum and very friendly, hard-working and efficient staff. We've booked a holiday in Polperro already for 2024 and will definitely be eating and drinking at The Three Pilchards.
September 2023
Highly recommend the fish & chips, very friendly staff
September 2023
Very friendly staff. Hot on cleanliness. Good pub grub. Relaxed atmosphere
September 2023
Cracking good pub! Excellent food lovely atmiophere and happy pleasant service thank you.
September 2023
Best food in Polperro. Friendly staff.
August 2023
Best food in the village, the Fish Pie is wonderful. Staff are extremely pleasant and attentive. Cosy and authentic.
August 2023
A lovely pub with excellent food. The staff are friendly and welcoming. There is plenty of outside space for busy periods in the summer. The no booking policy is a tad annoying but I can see why they do it that way. We returned for another meal as we loved it so much.
August 2023
Nice location . Meal so so
August 2023
Fabulous little pub restaurant at the heart of the harbour. Food plentiful and delicious. Fantastic tiered garden with amazing views of the harbour and village.
July 2023
Lovely beer garden and the only pub you can sit outside and see the sea and most of Polperro. Was shocked at the prices when we arrived , the most expensive in the village. £13.85 for a pint of real ale and a 175 ml glass of wine are London prices. We did have a Chicken Caesar salad there one night which was good and all the food looked good but putting the new bar upstairs has meant they have put their prices up a lot.
May 2023
Great food with amazing views from the terraces. Staff very helpful and friendly. Well worth a visit
May 2023
We had a great meal here during our stay.
May 2023
Great Pub, great staff, good food. Only criticism would be the price hikes since our last stay 14 months ago!
May 2023
Not the best atmosphere but food is good and worth a visit
May 2023
The fish pie is to die for. Lovely friendly pub and staff and totally different g friendly
February 2023
Nice Pub, good food, great staff.
September 2022
Food tasted like it had come out of the microwave, staff were arguing in front of customers, long wait for food, not a great experience
August 2022
Beautiful view for a drink in the beer garden.
August 2022
What a lovely place to stop, refresh and watch the world go by. The bar at the top offers spectacular views and nothing is too much trouble for the staff. Food is excellent and they even allow your dogs in. Perfect. We will be back ?
August 2022
We LOVED it here! Great staff and excellent food..thanks to Kat for making us sovwelcome
July 2022
Brilliant food, lovely atmosphere. Our one regret was not getting up to the rooftop but understandably booked solid. We recommend the fish pie!!
July 2022
Great staff, fun, good food
July 2022
Superb food and excellent friendly staff. Great place to have a drink or have a fantastic meal
July 2022
The outdoor roof garden area was amazing, with beautiful, unsurpassed views of the harbour. the meals were on the pricey side.
July 2022
Menu not as good as it used to be which was disappointing but still a nice place to get pub grub
June 2022
Excellent service and good food
June 2022
We always look forwards to visiting the three pilchards, food and drinks second to none in polperro
June 2022
Excellent food. The staff Ash, Emily, Katie and Ethan were amazing, friendly and helpful. Went back several times during our stay, loved it.
June 2022
Lovely pub, very good food, lovely friendly staff
May 2022
A restaurant - no longer a friendly pub
May 2022
We loved our drinks and meal on the garden terrace overlooking the rooftops of Polperro. A little pricey for the food but worth it for the ambience.
April 2022
Cosy pub in beautiful location. Lovely pub meals served by welcoming and friendly staff. Dog friendly too.
April 2022
Visited one night and had excellent fish & chips,probably best ever,it was superb Staff really helpful and polite,jess & matt very helpful
April 2022
Some of the best food in Polperro! Great atmosphere, friendly staff, we felt very welcomed and had some amazing meals there.
March 2022
Just fabulous!
February 2022
Have been to the three pilchards before over the years, still didn't disappoint, good and amazing food, and a good selection of beers and wine. staff very attentive and a cosy log fire.
December 2021
Could perhaps do with a cheaper glass of wine 175 Sauvignon blanc £9 never been charged that. We didn’t ear but food looked lovely staff great.
November 2021
Stayed in Polperro Oct.9th-16th.2021,ate in Three Pilchards three times food excellent,steak and ale pie to die for one portion enough for two,but managed to fight my way through it,would have been rude not to,service also first class.
October 2021
Great food, well priced, really lovely staff but tables are allocated on a first come, first served basis so get there early!
October 2021
Probably the gem of polperro due to the quality of the food and its hidden raised beer garden giving fantastic views over the harbour. Limited indoor seating makes it imperative to turn up early for dinner as they dont take bookings, but operate a 'waiting list' call back service which seems to work well enough. But be warned, myself and my wife turned up at 5:20 pm on a Monday evening and there was already a list with 13 names waiting for a table. However, this is testament to the quality of the food!! A must visit.
September 2021
We had lunch today at this delightful pub in Polperro. We decided to go for a light bite which turned out to be a wise choice , only because the size of the meals on the main menu would have defeated us . Food was very good and excellent value for money . Staff were on the ball at all times . Would definitely return
September 2021
We loved the Pilchards. Everything great about the pub. Great staff, great food, garden over looks the harbour. You don’t need to book, just jog up and if no tables you get added to the waiting list and an idea of how long you’ll wait, so go and sit in the garden and enjoy pre drinkies! What’s not to like!
September 2021
Had a lovely meal in this pub. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Food very reasonable. Highly recommend
September 2021
Great pub very helpful staff fantastic fish and chips the best in polperro ten out of ten will always return when in polperro
September 2021
Fantastic food and service. Great outdoor terrace!
August 2021
Excellent service. Friendly helpful staff. Good quality and well portioned food. Chablis by the glass was a real plus!
July 2021
What a bonus to have this pub a stones throw from the cottage. Great welcoming and friendly staff, well run and absolute bonus of a roof top terrace which, as we had wonderful weather, we took great advantage of and the food was superb.
July 2021
best food we had in Polpero, they handle covid restrictions very well , lovely to eat and even just drink in their outside areas
June 2021
Good food and excellent staff/service especially in these Covid times
June 2021
Lovely outside space to sit with a gin and tonic with friends.
June 2021
Fabulous pub/restaurant. Excellent food and very friendly staff.
June 2021
Ate there twice in the garden. Great staff and food.
June 2021
Fantastic food, friendly staff, get there early to avoid disappointment
June 2021
Excellent food , customer service was top class. All covid regulations fully observed.
June 2021
Fantastic pub….. one moaning local who hated non locals…. Great food ?
June 2021
Enjoyed a wonderful meal here. The whole team were so helpful and friendly. Really excellent.
May 2021
The elevated rear garden of the Three Pilchards is a fabulous location for dinner overlooking the harbour. Service was excellent and the food wonderful - we enjoyed the fish platter, a fish pie and the trio of prawns - all very well presented and tasted delicious - a must vist!
May 2021
very well organised and friendly service good food & drink
April 2021
Great pub ate and drank there several times, good food, drinks and friendly staff.
October 2020
Visited on the night we arrived in Polperro in October, just managed to get a table. Excellent food, Fish Pie is the best I've had.
October 2020
The best food we had in Polperro with excellent staff and a superb beer garden. Would recommend wholeheartedly.
September 2020
Fantastic place to eat and drink. Very welcoming and covid compliant and safe socialising!
September 2020
Great pub really happy and friendly staff. A great system setup to deal with the coronavirus. Well worth a visit.
September 2020
Excellent service fantastic staff felt very safe through out pandemic food lovely especially fish and chips
August 2020
We visited here for food and drinks and can honestly say were not disappointed on either occassion. The staff were extremely helpful and provided great table service, the food we ordered was delicious! We sat outside on both visits and had lovely views over the harbour which is pretty and quite busy. This pub is certainly worth a visit and we plan to go back on our next visit to Polperro.
August 2020
Excellent
August 2020
Brilliant food and great set up for indoor and outdoor dining and social distancing. The fish and chips are AMAZING. An absolute must!
July 2020
Very well organised for COVID-19 and the food was very good. Ate there 3 times because you can eat outside too.
July 2020
A fantastic restaurant. Lovely service, so happy and helpful and great food.
February 2020
Nice food, very friendly.
December 2019
Really good service here. All good that came out looked delicious. Our favourite was the very generous fish pie. Kids fish and chips was huge and very tasty. Scallop and prawn combo a little disappointing, not much flavour and they wouldn't let the kids take the scallop shells with them!
October 2019
Visited Polperro in July,ate in Three Pilchards every evening,service and food excellent.
October 2019
Great food,nice atmosphere very welcoming.. Fish pie..????
October 2019
great food
September 2019
Best pub in Polperro. Great location, brilliant food and drinks on the menu. The staff were friendly and welcoming.
August 2019
Lovely food and attentive staff! Definitely recommend ????
August 2019
Great food and friendly staff
June 2019
Great rooftop area with fabulous views
May 2019
Ate here most days! Food great and the owners are lovely, see you next year!!
May 2019
Great atmosphere great food very friendly service. This is what we wanted from our Cornish experience.
April 2019
Best fish and chips we ever had in polperro. Lovely staff warm and welcoming and the pub dog albert was lovely too.
April 2019
Warm and friendly welcome and amazing food. Great value. Love it.
April 2019
Excellent food and drinks. Amazing fish pie. Great atmosphere as well. Always welcomed by the lovely Jake and Albert.
April 2019
We didn’t find a bad place to eat in Polperro but this is definitely the best. Excellent food, lovely garden, really good bar service - especially when you’re choosing your gin.
January 2019
VERY FRIENDLY, GOOD ATMOSPHERE. FOOD WAS EXCELLENT AND GOOD VALUE
November 2018
Great pub food, massive portions! Lovely staff and great to meet beautiful pub puppy, Albert.
November 2018
Great food , warm welcome
October 2018
A friendly welcome.Good food.The portions were generous.
October 2018
We had some lovely meals in here served by very friendly staff, and very dog friendly.
September 2018
Very tasty food but beware, no.desserts!
August 2018
Great food everytime!
August 2018
I thought the service very poor in here. i was the only person sitting at the bar with my partner and with three members of staff available, i waited politely for 5 minutes before asking is anybody serving. The young lad turned round to and responded "I could be" the food was ok
August 2018
Another one of Polperro's gems, great seafood, excellent ale and superb service, thanks to all.
June 2018
Superb food!! Best food we had in polperro.
June 2018
Loved this pub on our first visit and definitely weren’t disappointed second time round. Fantastic food, staff and service we went in everyday, would definitely recommend as a must when visiting Polperro
June 2018
We couldn't leave Polperro without eating at 'The Three Pilchards', whose name alone conjures up the impression of a very old, quaint smuggling pub, (which is exactly what it is). The fact they serve a fantastic fish pie and fresh seafood dishes in a comfortable, friendly environment was a bonus ... but don't expect a dessert - (not that you'd be able to manage one).
May 2018
We highly recommend The Three Pilchards as "The place to eat and drink"...beautifully prepared dishes...the seafood was absolutely delicious. Fish Pie was 5*. The outdoor area was great to sit in and very dog friendly. Staff all so welcoming and hardworking. Fabulous!
May 2018
Disappointed in the Pilchards. Food was expensive and staff a bit off hand. Used to be great but seems to have changed hands.
May 2018
Great people, Great food
May 2018
Lovely food, visited a couple of times over a week... great service, nicely kept ales and lots of effort for local and Cornish drinks including ales, guns and rum... friendly staff... and Jake the dog was great !
May 2018
Really lovely atmosphere in the pub. Staff very nice a friendly and we enjoyed our meal. Would recommend to anybody
April 2018
Great food and lovely people. Nice pub garden looking out over the village.
April 2018
The Three Pilchards is my favourite Cornish pub. In good weather, the roof terrace has lovely views over Polperro and must be recommended. In winter, the log burning fire is a brilliant comforter. The beer and food are excellent. On my most recent visit to Cornwall I had lunch there on two days. On the first day I had game pie with roasted root vegetables including beetroot, carrot and parsnip. The pie was a proper, free standing, shortcrust pie - not a small dish with a puff pastry crust. It was brilliant. On the second visit, I had crab bisque to warm me up followed by crab salad. Polperro is a clear choice for seafood. The owners, staff and pub dog are friendly and welcoming. The pub itself is dog friendly. I don’t think I’d visit the area without calling in at the Three Pilchards at least once.
March 2018
Great pub with amazing food and a warm welcome from all the staff. Definitely worth a visit if you're in polperro
February 2018
Food superb,like the informal atmosphere,and not to far to crawl back to accommodation.
July 2017
Fantastic food and wonderful views from the beer garden.
June 2017
Fantastic place a little chem of a cottage we have been coming for 19 yrs and will still be coming in another 19 yrs.
June 2017
Great service, great food, well kept beer and great views from the terrace.
June 2017
Lovely bar staff and fabulous beer garden, really nice pub
May 2017
Lovely food, brilliant, welcoming people! Thank you
May 2017
Lovely pub. Excellent service and food. Very friendly staff.
May 2017
No desserts? I understand the comment in the menu but I prefer a main and a dessert. I am afraid there was no where on a Sunday night in March for me to go elsewhere and buy even an ice cream. I may have stayed and spent another £10 at least if I could have had a dessert and a coffee. The food I had was fine.
April 2017
The Cornish Food Box Company
(Less than a mile)
(1)
A fabulous way to get amazing Cornish food & drink delivered for your holiday, The Cornish Food Box Company makes it really easy for you to pick from over 2000 local products online and have them delivered direct to your holiday cottage. Order before you come down and the team will even unpack and put everything away for you before you arrive. The Cornish Food Box Company works with more than 250 local producers and farmers and sell everything from local veg, fruit and free range meat to sparkling wines, seafood, cheeses and much more. Delivery across Cornwall and the UK every week.
*COVID-19 UPDATE* Due to Covid-19 restrictions we are not able to offer our unpacking service at this time. If you are not able to be available for delivery we can pack into chilled boxes which can be left safe for your arrival. Please contact us for more information.
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*£5 off any order over £50 with code TOADHALL
Excellent food and a very warm welcome from staff.
April 2024
The House on the Props
(Less than a mile)
(32)
Enjoy superb English breakfasts, light lunches, afternoon teas and dinner in a cosy, nautical environment. The menus consist of a wide range of locally sourced produce and fresh fish specials created using what’s landed that day.
https://www.houseontheprops.co.uk/restaurant-tea-rooms/ Talland Street, Polperro, Looe, Cornwall PL13 2RE (T: 01503 272310)
Excellent food and great staff
April 2024
Lovely staff and wonderful food!!!??
November 2023
What lovely people. Very comfortable rooms and great food.
October 2023
Lovely friendly welcome. Excellent food. Thank you!
September 2023
Great restaurant, excellent friendly staff . Ate here two evenings and really enjoyed it
August 2023
Had a lovely meal here and reasonably priced. I would suggest they ask if you would like to see a dessert menu when taking the main course plates away instead of having to wait a while. As only open three nights would recommend booking in advance
May 2023
An amazing place, brilliant breakfasts, superb evening meals and the best cakes ever
May 2023
Loved it here. Had breakfast a few times and could not have been nicer both in quality and the staff.
February 2023
Scrumptious food and very friendly staff.
January 2023
The House on Props serves amazing food and to top it off the owners/staff are friendly and welcome you warmly . We would of gladly eaten here every day .
August 2022
Great place Great food and friendly helpful staff
May 2022
Lovely breakfast. Very popular with visitors and now doing evening meals between Tuesday to Thursday. They specialise in home made seafood dishes and cakes, well worth a visit and very reasonably priced.
May 2022
Fabulous sea food and gorgeous desserts served by delightful staff. A must when visiting beautiful Polperro.
April 2022
A really lovely atmosphere in such a picturesque setting. The staff were so friendly and welcoming to us and the food is great too. Perfect for a cosy meal by the sea!
March 2022
Excellent breakfasts and delicious coffee, very reasonably priced and the owners are very friendly and accommodating. One of the few eating establishments open in the autumn/winter season.
November 2021
Had a lovely meal here last week all 4 of us enjoyed the food and service . I had the mussels and where gorgeous . Have eaten here before many times and I always recommend it to friends
October 2021
Lovely little place. Can throughly recommend the full English. Really good and friendly service too.
September 2021
Nice meal here last week. My husband ordered the mushroom pate to start which he didn't like and without any discussion they insisted on not charging us , which we thought was really nice . The mussel chowder and fish and chips were excellent.
July 2021
How lucky to be within a stones throw of this lovely pub. Staff were just amazing, friendly and welcoming and we made really good use of the roof bar - wonderful bonus as the weather was great when we were there. Run extremely well and food was excellent
July 2021
excellent, great food, great service ,definitely visit again when return to area.
July 2021
Wonderful! Great location and super seafood.
June 2021
Amazing breakfast, lovely staff and atmosphere. Very reasonably priced too.
June 2021
Amazing scones! fish great also. Was to be able to book a table.
October 2020
Lovely little place we had breakfast here several times during our stay and we were never disappointed. Make sure you get there before 10am to be sure of a table. Great service with a smile.
September 2020
Had breakfast a couple of times during our stay in polperro, the food is fantastic and the service is very freindly and helpful. will be in again next year when we go.
September 2019
I had the most delicious breakfasts here and just love this place. Clare and Cilla and Nicola are so friendly and kind and I look forward to seeing them every time I come back to Polperro.
June 2019
Lovely breakfast and warm welcome on arrival.
April 2019
Had a lovely cream tea here, highly recommended
November 2018
rubbish for the extra go to Milly's near the crumpelhorn. at the entrance to Polperro
July 2018
Gorgeous food and extremely friendly staff
June 2018
Such a great atmosphere and friendly staff..amazing food!
August 2017
Fantastic food and lovely hosts. Dog friendly too!
June 2017
Polperro Museum
(Less than a mile)
(15)
In The Warren overlooking the harbour, the Polperro Heritage Museum of Smuggling and Fishing houses a collection of exhibits and 19th century photographs that date back to a time when both smuggling and fishing thrived in Polperro. It brings to life the little village’s beautiful history and the lives of the people who lived there, having depended on fishing for generations and been home to no less than three factories close by at one point. A delightful opportunity for children and adults alike to learn about local history in this little Cornish village, entry is £1.75 for adults and 50p for children.
1st class
April 2024
Very interesting museum. Well worth a visit
August 2023
Very informative hour spent in the museum. Would recommend Cafe is lovely
July 2023
Great museum with interesting local history. Definitely worth a visit whilst in Polperro.
May 2023
Really informative and interesting journey of smuggling through the ages
May 2023
Great attraction full of great local history and artifacts. Well worth a visit.
August 2022
This is a cracking little museum! It may be small but it is packed with very informative stories and exhibits of the local area and history. Thoroughly recommended!
July 2022
Interesting , good displays , well worth a visit
May 2022
What a lovely setting, small but perfectly formed. We had a lovely cream tea.
September 2021
Really interesting.
September 2021
This is a great little, un-fancy museum with loads of information. It's worth spending time there.
September 2019
Great! And dog friendly!Worth a look and the tea rooms were great.
July 2019
I love a bit of local history and if your like minded, you'll enjoy this place. lots of information on the local boats and fishermen. it would take you a while to read it all.
August 2018
Well worth visiting to get a feel and understanding of how the once thriving community of Polperro used to be in former pilchard fishing (and smuggling) days. The old photos and exhibits transport you back to a very different world (though adults will undoubtedly find the museum more interesting than small children).
May 2018
This museum is packed with interesting facts and some great photos, so even though small we spent a good hour there. Definitely worth a visit to learn more on the local history (including about the more recent floods and storms), fishy facts and smuggling tales!
April 2017
SUP2You
(Less than a mile)
Sup2You offers simple online hire of inflatable paddle boards making it easier than ever to get out and enjoy the UK’s beaches, coastline and waterways. Paddleboarding is the perfect way to stay active, have fun with your family and explore the beautiful region where you’re staying; but with everything else you need to bring on holiday sometimes you won’t have the car space to bring your own! With SUP2You the process couldn’t be easier, simply click the link below, select the board and duration online, and your paddleboard will be couriered next day to your holiday cottage.
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Toad Hall Cottages guests can enjoy 10% off their hire when booking for 3 days or more with code Toad10
Polperro Model Village
(Less than a mile)
(8)
An utterly charming day out for the family, Polperro Model Village and Land of Legend is two attractions in one. The village is, quite literally, the coastal town in miniature and has been around for more than 60 years, surviving both fire and floods – so don’t underestimate the strength of these little guys. Meanwhile, Land of Legend is your chance to explore Cornish folklore, derived from tales of pirates and smugglers who thrived in and around Cornwall from the early modern period through to the 19th century. It is a unique show of lights, sound and animation. The site also houses a model railway, and prices are £3 for adults and £2 for children, open daily from Easter to October.
A lovely attraction for Polperro. Very well thought out and created.
July 2022
Very interesting
July 2022
Lovely little attraction. We were keen to support local businesses so popped in here.
May 2022
Brilliant fun and interesting place to visit
June 2021
This attraction is much more than just a model village. We really loved it.
June 2021
Great value for money. Worth a visit.
September 2020
Disappointed not open
July 2020
Good attraction for young children rather than older children and adults. The miniature village and Land of Legend are charming (though perhaps a little 'worn' by modern standards). There is an interesting audio/visual on the Polperro floods of 1976 and 1993 and a separate small model railway.
May 2018
Looe Fishing Trips
(4 miles)
(2)
Went fishing 5 out of 7 days on the Typhoon with a great skipper Phil
September 2021
The boys had fun on this trip but didn't catch anything to bring home for supper :-)
June 2021
Looe Sailing Club
(4 miles)
Polperro Beach
(Less than a mile)
(22)
In South East Cornwall, Polperro is widely thought to be one of the area’s most picturesque fishing villages. Brimming with whitewashed cottages all the way down the harbour, the beach sits in a sheltered position under the cliffs, only visible at low tide and close to the harbour. Unsurprisingly, it’s a popular destination and can get busy in the summer months. Dogs are not permitted at the beach during peak season, from Easter to October, and while parking in the village itself is all but impossible, but there’s a large car park about a mile up the valley with a regular shuttle service going up and down the hill.
Just beautiful??
November 2023
We have visited The Blue Peter many times on our holidays to Polperro over the past 20 year or more. There is always a warm and friendly welcome from the staff. The food is excellent. This is a proper pub.
July 2023
beautiful little cove -- just watch the tide times ..........
August 2022
We didn't really use the beach but I did see someone allow their dog to foul on the beach and, although they cleared it up to a certain extent, I don't think this is really acceptable when children are going to be playing in the sand.
June 2022
Lovely small beach
June 2022
Fabulous
September 2021
Lovely small beach very clean with beautiful views
July 2021
Great beach.
June 2021
Polperro a beautiful place , a lovely fishing village
May 2021
The most beautiful little cove featuring caves to explore and the 'net loft' out on the rugged rocks. The sea is a divine colour and I can't wait to come back and swim at a warmer time of year! I enjoyed two mornings in the sun and the peace of being out there first thing exploring this little beach area, it was a great start to those days!
May 2021
This Is a glorious, quaint fishing village with narrow winding alleys and a beautiful little harbour.It is more suited to couples rather than families as there are not many facilities for children, other than a small beach at low tide.
September 2020
Perfect . Love love love
August 2020
The children enjoyed exploring the caves and beachcombing when the tide was out, too many dogs off the lead but it was out of season. Main reason for leaving the review is to strongly recommend you take the two hour fishing trip with either Chris or Olly Puckey on the Smuggler. We had the boat to ourselves and had an excellent value for money trip which we all thoroughly enjoyed. Caught 3 mackerel and a pollock which we took back to the cottage and cooked for tea. A delight! Oh, and we went for brunch afterwards at House on the Props - definitely recommended, I've never had a full English on a baguette before, it was awesome!
October 2019
Our favourite place to visit with wonderful little shops, restaurants and art galleries to browse in on the walk down to the quay. Amazing views as you leave the village and head on the coastal cliff path back towards Looe. We took our dog and he enjoyed exploring the numerous rock pools on the beach. We also explored the right hand coastal path and stumbled across a secluded pool amongst the rocks - steep ascent but well worth the hike! People were bathing in the pool as it was a real sun trap..
August 2019
Small but lovely
May 2019
Beautiful beach if you love beach combing.
April 2019
Easy access, dog ok
October 2018
We visited Polperro harbour/beach with our springer spaniel and although the write-up says no dogs allowed, they are allowed, just on a lead between 10am and 6pm, although beach is small, the sea is safe to swim in and not full of huge rocks, lovely ????
August 2018
Lovely clean small beach.
May 2018
Polperro is a magic place. It is so pretty with its winding streets and old cottages and the harbour with its fishing boats. The residents are so friendly and welcoming and there’s a wide choice of restaurants and cafes. I particularly recommend Michelle’s for fantastic food and a real welcome. As a woman on my own I dined there, as elsewhere, with no feeling of awkwardness. Breakfast at the House on the Props just unbeatable! Spring is one of the best times to visit for the wonderful coastal walks and the masses of wild flowers. When you visit, think about the parking situation before you go as it needs organising, but many rentable cottages have spaces provided in the main car park and PauI who runs a little motorised transport system for luggage is very helpful and reliable. I am one of the thousands of people who just love Polperro and every time I visit feel a great reluctance to leave.
May 2018
Enjoyed the harbour etc and all the shops but had dogs so did not visit the beach but a beautiful setting.
June 2017
really lovely, a must visit desination.
May 2017
Talland Bay
(Less than a mile)
(16)
A small, quiet beach between Looe and Polperro, Talland Bay actually comprises two beaches, one of which has sand both at low and high tide and is good for swimming all the time, while the other is less sandy and is easiest to swim from at high tide. There is a ramp for launching boats from the main beach and there are lots of small coves and tidal pools to swim in as well, so it’s a delightful area to explore in the water. Parking is limited, but there is a small, free car park by the beach and paid parking at The Beach Café, all of which provide easy access to the sand. Thanks to the nearby café, visitors can also benefit from the accompanying facilities, on-site shop, and tuck into Roskillys Cornish Ice-Cream as well.
Sit in the graveyard on the bill and look down to Talland bay. Tranquillity so special. I never fail to go there when I am down. The church is beautiful so much history.
October 2023
Having spent many a happy childhood holiday here - 60 years ago, so wonderful to return. It is so beautiful and with addition of 2 Beach cafes - even better now.
June 2023
Beautiful little bay with a great cafe overlooking it. Dogs allowed on the beach Oct to end of May.....
October 2021
Although there was indeed sand in one of the bays it was largely covered with seaweed at the water's edge when we were there. All very natural.
October 2021
Lovely bay, shingle beach
September 2021
Not a great beach and a bit smelly.
August 2021
Unfortunately the seaweed on the beach made it very smelly and also lots of flies. Beautiful apart from that!
June 2021
Lovely walk from polperro along coast. Cafe in picturesque bay pretty with little huts to shelter. Only downside was the coffee not good at all.
May 2021
Beautiful bay. A little smelly from the seaweed but rock pools galore and quiet
October 2020
Very interesting beach with rock pools at low tide and fascinating multi-coloured rocks, great for photography.
October 2019
A lovely place to walk too on the way to Looe. Hard work back up the hill to polperro, bit it's worth it!
October 2018
The coastal walk from Polperro to Talland Bay is outstanding. As both are scenic, (and Talland Bay benefits from an excellent cafe and free toilets), it makes for an excellent morning or afternoon trip in good weather.
May 2018
Lovely beach,beautiful walk from Polperro. Dogs requested to be kept on leads (which I suppose is preferable to a ban!). Families seem to use this beach alot.
May 2018
An interesting beach at low tide and lovely views.
April 2018
Brilliant. Bit seaweedy. Wear beach shoes incase of weever fish stings.
August 2017
Great beach pet friendly beach with rock pools etc for the dogs to explore
June 2017
Looe Beach
(4 miles)
(20)
In East Looe, the beach sits directly in front of the old town, sheltered by the Banjo Pier and overlooked from the east by the hillside of Mount Ararat. A good family beach that has something for everyone, at low tide the sandy location is safe for swimming although it’s recommended you steer clear of the river mouth beyond the pier. Unfortunately dogs aren’t allowed on this beach at any time of the year, but Hannafore beach in West Looe is dog friendly. The beach backs on to a seafront walkway which runs its length all the way to Second Beach to the east, where it tends to be less busy and it’s good for snorkeling. As it’s in the centre of the town there are lots of facilities and cafes nearby, but in the summer it’s a very popular spot and parking can be tricky, with traffic prohibited during these months, so be prepared for a bit of a walk.
Some days quite busy but great facilities and loads of activities
August 2023
Great, despite the early season seaweed, the tractor cleared it very well.
April 2023
LOVE LOVE LOVE
July 2022
All of the beaches around Looe are worth visiting - and the coastal path is a must. Fuel for the hike? Not listed in the reviews is Sarah’s Pasties which has the best pasties (we ate a lot of pasties during the week!). They were also one of the few eateries in the area which could provide something for someone needing a gluten and dairy free diet. We were able to preorder pasties that met her dietary requirements.
February 2022
Wonderful beach
December 2021
Safe and sandy beach perfect for kids
August 2021
I enjoyed the beach as it is very flat, which is important at 70, and I even had a paddle. The beach was very clean.
July 2021
One of the best beaches I have visited. It is nice and level and I was even able to have a paddle. It was very clean.
July 2021
Great beach so close all amenities
July 2021
Such a lovely beach. A shame people didn’t socially distance or even attempt to do so.
August 2020
Spent a week at new year in this beautiful apartment. Everything you could possibly need was in there. Lovely comfy bed,spotless clean and the bonus of a sea view. Central for everything. Will definitely return.
January 2020
Wonderful clean beach
October 2019
Perfect for the children but beware of seagulls. We always take a beach tent so children can safely enjoy their food and ice cream!
June 2019
Lovely beach suitable for everyone
June 2019
A wonderful place to sit relax eat an ICECREAM or a pastie, if the seagulls will let you! Perfect beach x
August 2018
You cannot fail to love Looe beach, early morning, during the day or for and evening stroll. A super clean beach.
May 2018
Lovely sandy beach. No dogs allowed but there is a small cove at the far end which allows dogs to enjoy their holiday too with a dip in The English Channel.
May 2018
Looe beach and seafront is cleaned every day (in season?) and looks good. A joy to sit and watch the sea and people passing by.
April 2018
Really good! Good sand and sea. Activities for the kids too. Difficult to get to cos no parking nearby.
August 2017
Lovely beach and even when it was busy didn't feel overcrowded
August 2017
Hannafore Beach
(4 miles)
(9)
Half a mile west of Looe, stretching along the coast, Hannafore Beach is a sandy, shingle bay with a rocky reef and views of St George’s Island. At low tide it’s brimming with rock pools, making it fun and games for the whole family to enjoy, and it’s a wonderful sun trap in summer months thanks to its south east facing position. Because of its location over the river, the beach never really becomes too busy, but equally there aren’t any facilities nearby. It’s popular with dog walkers as it’s amongst the few dog-friendly beaches in the area, and having explored you can extend your excursion to a stroll along the promenade or a potter around the coast path to the wonderfully scenic Talland Bay. There is roadside parking along the sea front above the beach, but it can be difficult to find a space. Alternatively, there is a large car park in West Looe, around 10 minutes away on foot.
Splendid views and dog accessible
July 2022
The best place to unwind
August 2020
Great for rock pooling
August 2020
Great fun had by our dog 'Moses'
August 2019
Lovely for the dogs!
August 2018
Really nice beach and walk
June 2018
An interesting beach, but beware the incoming tide !
April 2018
Great beach. Good view of looe island. Loads of shells to collect. Lots of dog walkers tho!
August 2017
One of the many dog friendly beaches we visited lovely coastal walks to Talland Bay the nature reserve island is very interesting great refreshments available and not forgetting the free parking available all day which is very useful.
June 2017
Plaidy Beach
(4 miles)
(1)
A small and pleasant grey sand beach with rocks exposed at low tide, Plaidy Beach is simply a nice place to visit and take in the scenery. There aren’t any facilities, and there’s no parking nearby so it’s one to reach on foot. There’s a slipway to the beach, but you will have to access it by walking along the coast path, parking at Millendreath or Looe and it’s worth keeping in mind that it’s quite steep from both directions. Millendreath is closer and the walk should take around 20 minutes. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round, so it’s a charming place to take them for a walk while you’re in the area.
Great to walk to at low tide on the beach or at high tide via the footpath. Great dog friendly beach.
August 2018
March 2024
We had a great stay. This was our 2nd visit to The Cobbles and we'll definitely be back
February 2024
Great location, great cottage, excellent week away. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind feedback.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2023
We had a fantastic stay and will definitely be back to the same cottage soon.
September 2023
Beautiful cottage in a perfect location
August 2023
Very nice as always - good location and good to see some improvements in furnishing and overall investment
May 2023
We had the most perfect minimoon. Thank you for the welcome note, bubbly and goodies, that was so lovely to receive on arrival. We loved the location and the property itself was in perfect condition. Absolutely nothing negative to say, we'd happily return (and next time bring our dog!)
February 2023
Loved it!
October 2022
Great location and lovely cottage. Might be worth mentioning in advertising the height restriction whilst descending first flight of stairs as some people would find it a problem . Also could do with adding heating instructions for underfloor to the welcome manual.
Thank you for your useful comments, we will ask the owner if a manual can be added to the welcome folder. We are glad that you enjoyed it otherwise!
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2022
Beautiful cottage in a perfect location
June 2022
We did enjoy are stay it was absolutely lovely. Love the cottage and love the view. We booked a week but wish we booked two.
August 2021
Thoroughly enjoyable
July 2021
WiFi access code not available. Walking maps were tea stained, need refreshing. Enjoyable 2nd visit to Cobbles.
July 2021
High standards all round
June 2021
Lovely cottage. Lady was a bit sharp with me on the phone when I said we’d left our key in the cottage and were locked out. Other than that it was a perfect holiday! Thank you
October 2020
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay stunning views from a lovely property.
September 2020
Very much so. Hope to return
July 2020
Very enjoyable stay.......our 5th time.....we love The Cobbles and Polperro! Booked for next year already 17th July for 2 weeks......please can you check?
August 2019
Thanks for a great holiday - we didn't have the best weather- we had Storms ! But there are few places better to witness a storm than from the window Seat at the Cobbles.
July 2019
Wonderful stay. We love the Cobbles and have already booked for next year! 6th visit!
July 2019
Perfect destination & lovely cottage
May 2019
We enjoyed it very much, that is why we already made a provisionial booking for next year! Margrit Kundert
May 2019
Love it at the cobbles, the best views and cant wait to come back next year
September 2018
The views are spectacular. The staff were very helpful and friendly! Thank you!
August 2018
A very high standard of property with gorgeous views from each window. We could not fault the standard of kitchen equipment and utensils. A very enjoyable stay and would highly recommend the property as well as Toad Hall Cottages.
July 2018
We had a great time the cottage was lovely and we will be staying there again soon. The view was wonderful we love polperro.
July 2018
Excellent stay. We will be returning to the cobbles next year for the 4th time! Beautiful cottage.
July 2018
My niece and I loved staying at The Cobbles in Polperro! It was perfect location and such a sweet cottage! We had a problem with the washer but the staff at Toad Hall Cottages were so friendly and it was taken care of right away. I will be returning (September). I loved the seagulls! And the name of your company is great; It caught my eye on the internet right away. Thank you!
October 2017
We love it here, second time this year cant wait to come back in may :)
October 2017
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Cobbles. What a lovely cottage with fantastic views. The bed was so comfortable that I'm planning on buying one the same and we appreciated the crisp, cotton bed linen. Obviously a lot of care and thought had gone into furnishing the cottage and it showed. The knives were sharp, the oven worked and was very clean. We had no trouble with the wifi and we appreciated being able to have a key each as we like to go off and do our own thing. The bread, milk, butter, dog food etc that was waiting for us on arrival was very welcome after a very long and stressful journey. We found Polperro a very friendly little village with fantastic food at Michelle's Restaurant and The Blue Peter Pub. We even enjoyed the thrill of an unexpected little ride on the back of Paul's quad bike (the luggage taxi). We would certainly stay at the Cobbles again. Thank you to all at Toad Hall and the owners of The Cobbles for making our long awaited 2 week holiday such a pleasure. I wish all holiday cottages were as comfortable.
March 2017
the cottage was lovely and warm but we would have liked a microwave. The office was very good and we found it helpful to be able to pop in when the electric tripped
February 2016
Excellent holiday and super property. We just had one problem, with the WiFi not working, but we would stay at The Cobbles again !!
March 2015
The views from this cottage are breath taking. Everything in the cottage is of a very high standard.
May 2014
A stunning location and wonderful cottage - a fabulous spot from which to explore Cornwall.
May 2014
Stunning setting and house with everything you could need and views from every window!
January 2014
Although fairly expensive The Cobbles was well worth the money being in a wonderful position and in immaculate condition with every thing you could need.
July 2013
The Cobbles was beautifully presented and perfectly situated on the edge of the harbour in Polperro. The fact that many passers by stopped immediately outside the cottage to take photographs of the village confirmed our opinion. A perfect home from home. We spent many hours watching the world go by from the window seats. Highly recommended.
March 2024
We had a great stay. This was our 2nd visit to The Cobbles and we'll definitely be back
February 2024
Great location, great cottage, excellent week away. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind feedback.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2023
We had a fantastic stay and will definitely be back to the same cottage soon.
September 2023
Beautiful cottage in a perfect location
August 2023
Very nice as always - good location and good to see some improvements in furnishing and overall investment
May 2023
We had the most perfect minimoon. Thank you for the welcome note, bubbly and goodies, that was so lovely to receive on arrival. We loved the location and the property itself was in perfect condition. Absolutely nothing negative to say, we'd happily return (and next time bring our dog!)
February 2023
Loved it!
October 2022
Great location and lovely cottage. Might be worth mentioning in advertising the height restriction whilst descending first flight of stairs as some people would find it a problem . Also could do with adding heating instructions for underfloor to the welcome manual.
Thank you for your useful comments, we will ask the owner if a manual can be added to the welcome folder. We are glad that you enjoyed it otherwise!
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2022
Beautiful cottage in a perfect location
June 2022
We did enjoy are stay it was absolutely lovely. Love the cottage and love the view. We booked a week but wish we booked two.
August 2021
Thoroughly enjoyable
July 2021
WiFi access code not available. Walking maps were tea stained, need refreshing. Enjoyable 2nd visit to Cobbles.
July 2021
High standards all round
June 2021
Lovely cottage. Lady was a bit sharp with me on the phone when I said we’d left our key in the cottage and were locked out. Other than that it was a perfect holiday! Thank you
October 2020
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay stunning views from a lovely property.
September 2020
Very much so. Hope to return
July 2020
Very enjoyable stay.......our 5th time.....we love The Cobbles and Polperro! Booked for next year already 17th July for 2 weeks......please can you check?
August 2019
Thanks for a great holiday - we didn't have the best weather- we had Storms ! But there are few places better to witness a storm than from the window Seat at the Cobbles.
July 2019
Wonderful stay. We love the Cobbles and have already booked for next year! 6th visit!
July 2019
Perfect destination & lovely cottage
May 2019
We enjoyed it very much, that is why we already made a provisionial booking for next year! Margrit Kundert
May 2019
Love it at the cobbles, the best views and cant wait to come back next year
September 2018
The views are spectacular. The staff were very helpful and friendly! Thank you!
August 2018
A very high standard of property with gorgeous views from each window. We could not fault the standard of kitchen equipment and utensils. A very enjoyable stay and would highly recommend the property as well as Toad Hall Cottages.
July 2018
We had a great time the cottage was lovely and we will be staying there again soon. The view was wonderful we love polperro.
July 2018
Excellent stay. We will be returning to the cobbles next year for the 4th time! Beautiful cottage.
July 2018
My niece and I loved staying at The Cobbles in Polperro! It was perfect location and such a sweet cottage! We had a problem with the washer but the staff at Toad Hall Cottages were so friendly and it was taken care of right away. I will be returning (September). I loved the seagulls! And the name of your company is great; It caught my eye on the internet right away. Thank you!
October 2017
We love it here, second time this year cant wait to come back in may :)
October 2017
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Cobbles. What a lovely cottage with fantastic views. The bed was so comfortable that I'm planning on buying one the same and we appreciated the crisp, cotton bed linen. Obviously a lot of care and thought had gone into furnishing the cottage and it showed. The knives were sharp, the oven worked and was very clean. We had no trouble with the wifi and we appreciated being able to have a key each as we like to go off and do our own thing. The bread, milk, butter, dog food etc that was waiting for us on arrival was very welcome after a very long and stressful journey. We found Polperro a very friendly little village with fantastic food at Michelle's Restaurant and The Blue Peter Pub. We even enjoyed the thrill of an unexpected little ride on the back of Paul's quad bike (the luggage taxi). We would certainly stay at the Cobbles again. Thank you to all at Toad Hall and the owners of The Cobbles for making our long awaited 2 week holiday such a pleasure. I wish all holiday cottages were as comfortable.
March 2017
the cottage was lovely and warm but we would have liked a microwave. The office was very good and we found it helpful to be able to pop in when the electric tripped
February 2016
Excellent holiday and super property. We just had one problem, with the WiFi not working, but we would stay at The Cobbles again !!
March 2015
The views from this cottage are breath taking. Everything in the cottage is of a very high standard.
May 2014
A stunning location and wonderful cottage - a fabulous spot from which to explore Cornwall.
May 2014
Stunning setting and house with everything you could need and views from every window!
January 2014
Although fairly expensive The Cobbles was well worth the money being in a wonderful position and in immaculate condition with every thing you could need.
July 2013
The Cobbles was beautifully presented and perfectly situated on the edge of the harbour in Polperro. The fact that many passers by stopped immediately outside the cottage to take photographs of the village confirmed our opinion. A perfect home from home. We spent many hours watching the world go by from the window seats. Highly recommended.
The Museum Tea Room
(Less than a mile)
(30)
Great cake served with a generous helping of wonderful views of the harbour. Grab a seat outside and watch the world go by on a sunny day.
The Museum Tea Room, The Warren, Polperro, Looe PL13 2RB
1st class
April 2024
We have been to the Blue Peter many times. I’m coeliac, they have great gf beer on tap and wonderful gf food. The staff are always so lovely and friendly, it’s our favourite pub in the country !
March 2024
Lovely location and a good selection of food and drink. We arrived at 3:50 on the last Monday in February and it shuts at 4:00 so be aware.
March 2024
Lovely cream tea!??
November 2023
Lovrly! Friendly and v decent scones!!
September 2023
All very nice
August 2023
Lovely location, friendly staff and very good coffee
May 2023
Sweet cafe next to the museum with harbour views. Does a great cream tea.
May 2023
Fantastic location over looking the harbour Best coffee in polperro and cream teas a must on your stay
May 2023
Great spot for a cup of tea and cake or sandwich etc.
September 2022
Lovely service and food
June 2022
Went twice -Good food, however staff could be friendlier, one waitress just plonked the tray on our table without any eye contact , smile or words , - and didn’t seem bothered us having to leave the first time due to us having no cash on us , so make sure you have cash available as cards only excepted if you spend £15 , very annoying , The best bit is the fabulous location overlooking the harbour
May 2022
A cosy tearoom that serves delicious sandwiches and a lovely cream tea. Definitely worth a visit!
March 2022
Delicious food, excellent setting and service.
September 2021
Best crab sandwich and scones! Lovely location
August 2021
Excellent coffee and cake. Best gluten free selection.
June 2021
Great place… great location ?
June 2021
Lovely location and the best crab sandwich and scones!
July 2020
Only went in once, found to be very "CLICKY" staff happily chat away to locals who just drop by while being very rude and dismissive of paying customer's. wont go again.
September 2019
Great coffee, service, ice cream and location.
September 2019
Lovely lunches, perfect view of the harbour, very reasonable
July 2019
Fantastic views over the harbour, coffee is really nice just a shame that not all the staff were friendly
July 2019
Great location & lovely coffee & cake Staff could be friendlier
May 2019
Lovely hot chocolate and coffee cake.
April 2019
Lovely spot right next to the harbour. Very small but excellent tea rooms!
March 2019
Absolutely brilliant site, lovely lady serving, coffee and milk shakes along with the cream teas are excellent.
July 2018
Mmmmmm,cream tea a must! Cute location too.
May 2018
Excellent food and friendly staff. A lovely sunny place to sit and watch the boats.
May 2018
We have just returned from Waters Edge after two weeks of beautiful sunshine. The cottage was beautifully clean,well appointed and equipped. I believe the position was the envy of all who walked passed. I could not find a pen to write in the visitors book so would you please pass on our thanks and compliments to the owner and to her cleaner who came to collect the rubbish and delivery clean bedding on the dot of 10am, as arranged.
July 2017
Lovely coffee, and amazing location. A smile from the staff wouldn't have gone a miss though!
May 2017
Blue Peter Inn
(Less than a mile)
(92)
For a warm welcome and good locally sourced food and beer, spend some time at The Blue Peter Inn. Caters for vegetarians, gluten free and fish lovers!
Blue Peter Inn, Quay Rd, Polperro, Looe PL13 2QZ (T: 01503 2727433)
Great place to eat and drink
April 2024
Best pub in Polperro for drinkers and music.
April 2024
Wonderful pub, cosy and friendly atmosphere with great food and weekly live music. Great for dogs too! Highly recommended
April 2024
OH DEAR, call that a curry. Yuk.....couldn't wait to get out of the place..
October 2023
Fish and chips are legendary.
October 2023
We ate here twice because the food is absolutely gorgeous. I had the Crab Linguine twice; delicious! We've booked to stay in Polperro again in 2024 so we will be eating here again that's for sure. A good selection of Rum and Ales.
September 2023
Really well cooked quality food amidst a lovely old world pub atmosphere and friendly staff. Good value for money for the quality of the ingredients.
September 2023
Unfriendly welcome from waitress. Waited too.long so went next door to the three pilchards.
September 2023
Unpleasant welcome from waitress, dumped in an empty upstairs room with far too many tables far too close together. Left twiddling our thumbs so got up and went to the Three Pilchards just down the way which is excellent (and friendly)
September 2023
As fabulous as ever!
August 2023
Very atmospheric. Good food and friendly staff
August 2023
Lovely family friendly pub in the heart of the harbour. Staff were fab and food and drink’s delicious. Went several times during our stay.
July 2023
Absolutely lovely meals, great atmosphere and fab staff.
July 2023
Amazing pub, fantastic location, friendly, helpful staff and delicious food. What more could you want?! Highly recommended
June 2023
Our favourite pub!! Eaten here many times and always delicious, John enjoyed the crab ravioli so much he had it two nights on the run! Lovely friendly helpful staff,
May 2023
Excellent pub.
May 2023
Very nice,a traditional Cornish pub
May 2023
Best Pub in Polperro by a long way.Great atmosphere,great staff,great food and lots of live music.
May 2023
Great pub and atmosphere Beer really expensive
May 2023
We only called into the Blue Peter Inn for a drink but were extended a very warm welcome and the pub had a lovely atmosphere and quaint, unspoiled feel to it. There was additional seating upstairs for dining if we hadn't run out of time!
March 2023
Wonderful atmosphere, beer and food. Very dog friendly. Loved it here
February 2023
Great pub to visit in Polperro. Staff were excellent and service was top notch.
September 2022
Very friendly staff, good food.
August 2022
Excellent food, very big portions
August 2022
Highly recommend The Blue Peter. The seafood platter and fish & chip wrap are a must.
July 2022
Great place to have a drink. Food choice limited especially as in a harbour and local fish
July 2022
Great pub,nice friendly staff, good food and drink
July 2022
Good food and service. Friendly, helpful staff. Nice relaxed atmosphere.
June 2022
Best pub in Polperro. Friendly staff and food is absolutely lovely and reasonably priced
June 2022
Great pub for atmosphere
June 2022
There is always a lovely welcome at The Blue Peter
June 2022
Ordered a seafood platter as wanted to try the locally sourced fish. I love all fish, but this was Truly awful. Couldn't taste the fish for the garlic over everything. The breadcrumb was so lightly fried, it was soggy. When the waitress came over and noticed the almost untouched meal, she asked if I enjoyed it. I said I didnt and told her why. She said 'I will pass on your feedback and left, no 'sorry about that's , nothing. Tried a seafood platter in another pub and it was amazing. Very disappointed in the Blue Peter.
June 2022
As always a warm welcome and great atmosphere. It has all its old charm
May 2022
Quaint and quirky pub,very popular with locals,but very small,they try to pack too many in,good food though
April 2022
A lovely cosy pub with great food. The staff are very friendly and we had some fantastic meals there.
March 2022
Fantastic pub, friendly staff, good food, good range of alcohol, always made to feel welcome, we have been back many times
February 2022
Very friendly staff and delicious hake meal?
December 2021
Absolutely fantastic , food was incredible, staff couldn’t do enough for you , it’s such a difficult place to find an evening table as you cannot pre book a table , but staff were happy to take a telephone no and call you as soon as a table became available, and that’s every night , even in October !! Having eaten their I now understand why they are inundated with bookings . Even with food allergies they went above and beyond to help , advise and swap for different ingredients, fabulous.
November 2021
Food was excellent, tried different dishes. Service was just right Staff were very friendly, and were always quick to respond to any request Very enjoyable visit and the pug has a good atmosphere
October 2021
A lovely quirky pub with lots of indoor seating on various levels for great food and good selection of drinks. Well worth a visit or two!
September 2021
Lovely quirky pub with harbour wall seating. We didn’t eat here but found drinks ambience and service great.
September 2021
Unfortunately not for us. After our first visit we never went back. When an establishment has other scrumptious eateries/restaurants within a few meters it really needs to up its game in the food department.
September 2021
Fantastic food, atmosphere and service. Lovely pub!
August 2021
Very lazy unhelpful staff. Asked to sit on a vacant table outside for either a drink or food at 8.20pm and was told they needed to close the tables down so we could not. I asked what time they closed outside tables and was told 9pm. They offered no alternative and were not at all interested in us but more interested in talking between themselves and closing early. I felt as though I was interrupting them.
July 2021
Always on our list places to eat. Fish & chip wrap is a must to try
July 2021
Only popped in for a drink, very typical quaint old fishing village pub, made to feel very welcome by lovely staff and would definitely visit again.
July 2021
Ate once at this pub. Inside, upstairs. Nice room looking out over harbour.
June 2021
Good food, very friendly people,lovely quaint pub. All covid regulations observed.
June 2021
Great atmosphere, fabulous food and within easy walking distance.
June 2021
We visited Polperro not quite out of lockdown so we were unable to go in but we got take away fish and chips twice and they were delicious! Possibly the best I've had! Nice local IPA too and friendly staff. Great location on the harbour. Really lovely.
May 2021
Visited twice during our stay in Polperro in October, excellent food and very warm welcome.
October 2020
Very friendly and helpful in the current circumstances. Good fish and chips
September 2020
Best pub in Polperro. Staff are fantastic, food is brilliant. An absolute MUST!
July 2020
this place is a true gem. Amazing food created in such a small kitchen!! This place is our favourite when we go to Polperro. Friendly staff and a real local feel .
February 2020
Great food, super friendly, good selection of gin, poor selection of wine.
December 2019
We ate here 3 times in the week we were in Polperro. Very pleasant staff, child-friendly and most importantly beautiful food. The crab on ciabatta is the stand out dish, try it with a glass of local scrumpy, but it's all delicious. I've no idea how they achieve what they do in that teeny tiny kitchen!
October 2019
Really great atmosphere, lively, friendly, great food and dogs made welcome
October 2019
Warm welcome,very friendly charming pub. Good food and ale... love it!
October 2019
Fantastic meal from their specials board (scallops). Great service and lovely setting
October 2019
Excellent
September 2019
great pub great food
September 2019
Good food and lovely staff! Definitely recommend ????
August 2019
Great place for a pint early evening!
July 2019
lovely food, good pub atmospphee
May 2019
Great pub with great atmosphere, beer & food best pub in Polperro
May 2019
Warm welcome . Great food, loved it.
April 2019
Always visit the blue when we are down, never had a bad meal...perfect.
April 2019
Several lovely evenings with excellent food and beer in my favourite pub!
March 2019
I've had the pleasure of visiting a number of times and the atmosphere is always great no matter which day of the week it is. Great welcome, food, drink & dog friendly, what more could you ask for? Phil
March 2019
The best, love this place ??
March 2019
Whilst staying in Polperro went to the Blue Peter every night for dinner. Great atmosphere with many locals and visitors to village. Definitely recommend the food and plenty of it. Well done.
November 2018
Good service and friendly staff
October 2018
Friendly staff, tasty food.
August 2018
Amazing food, good selection of drinks, superb scrumpy, very warm welcome from every member of staff, relaxed friendly atmosphere great entertainment Thursday-Sunday and they loved the dog, what more could you want!? ????
August 2018
Our favourite pub in Polperro. Visited more times than we can remember. very friendly staff and excellent food
June 2018
Marvellous pub with fantastic food, really welcoming, World Music Day was brilliant thanks to all the staff for memorable times.
June 2018
Superb food, friendly staff, best pub I know
June 2018
Our favourite pub in the whole of Cornwall, we frequent it most nights on our weeks holiday each year and eat there at least twice a week and have never had a bad meal. The only problem with the Blue Peter it isn't big enough for when there is music on and gets very crowded but apart from that a brilliant pub and the bar staff who have been there a few years are lovely and friendly.
June 2018
Call for a drink after walking from Looe, had to make a return another day and we had a fabulous lunch. Lovely people. Lovely place. Lovely food.
May 2018
The Blue Peter is the best pub in Polperro. Lovely food and atmosphere. Highly recommended
May 2018
Lovely pub and staff... well kept ales... never actually ate there but visited a couple if times and other people's meals looked great... excellent traditional pub...
May 2018
Great little Pub. We always enjoy our visits here. Friendly staff and good service.
April 2018
Wonderful pub, super staff, and really good food. Go for the music at weekends, great atmosphere
April 2018
Fantastic pub! Great atmosphere, fantastic food and staff. Definitely worth a visit!
February 2018
The best food around. The other restaurants in Polperro do not compete.
July 2017
Superb food, good range of real ale and very friendly staff. We were made to feel very welcome and would highly recommend this place! It is one of the best pubs we've visited in our week in Cornwall. Thank you to Abi and the excellent bar staff.
July 2017
What an amazing pub - great food, warm welcome, perfect setting and if you time it right you get to hear great bands!
July 2017
Enjoyed several meals here food nicely cooked and friendly service.
June 2017
Proper pub with great food and beer with staff treating you like a local
June 2017
A great atmosphere and delicious local fish. A warm welcome from the staff,
May 2017
My 7 year old daughter thinks The Blue Peter does the best fish and chips ever! (And we agree!). Lovely friendly staff and great food.
April 2017
Excellent food and very welcoming.
April 2017
The Three Pilchards
(Less than a mile)
(120)
The oldest pub in Polperro, full of historic charm with a hillside garden overlooking the village. Here you will be served hearty homemade meals including fresh seafood, along with a range of well-kept wines, beers and lagers.
The Three Pilchards, The Quay, Looe PL13 2QZ (Tel: 01503 272233)
Great pub, food and staff all excellent
April 2024
Back for a second year and once again The Three Pilchards didn’t disappoint. Fabulous food, both quality, selection and portion size, and a good choice of drinks (although it’s difficult to beat a freshly drawn local pint of Doom.
March 2024
Very friendly pub and food was good .definitely worth a visit. :)
December 2023
Perfect??
November 2023
Excellent food and service during our many visits. All staff were welcoming, efficient and very hard working.
November 2023
Always a friendly welcome , great fish pie.
October 2023
Lovely pub with good food and friendly service. Matt was a great host and always managed to fit us in somewhere. Great fish pie, fantastic fish and chips and a really good crab bisque. Excellent pub.
October 2023
Lovely pub, great staff Fab Fish & Chips, the view from the upper outdoor terrace is amazing , went twice .
September 2023
I fell in love with this place not only because of its history of fishermen and knitters but because of the fantastic food (the Fish Pie was my favourite) wide selection of Rum and very friendly, hard-working and efficient staff. We've booked a holiday in Polperro already for 2024 and will definitely be eating and drinking at The Three Pilchards.
September 2023
Highly recommend the fish & chips, very friendly staff
September 2023
Very friendly staff. Hot on cleanliness. Good pub grub. Relaxed atmosphere
September 2023
Cracking good pub! Excellent food lovely atmiophere and happy pleasant service thank you.
September 2023
Best food in Polperro. Friendly staff.
August 2023
Best food in the village, the Fish Pie is wonderful. Staff are extremely pleasant and attentive. Cosy and authentic.
August 2023
A lovely pub with excellent food. The staff are friendly and welcoming. There is plenty of outside space for busy periods in the summer. The no booking policy is a tad annoying but I can see why they do it that way. We returned for another meal as we loved it so much.
August 2023
Nice location . Meal so so
August 2023
Fabulous little pub restaurant at the heart of the harbour. Food plentiful and delicious. Fantastic tiered garden with amazing views of the harbour and village.
July 2023
Lovely beer garden and the only pub you can sit outside and see the sea and most of Polperro. Was shocked at the prices when we arrived , the most expensive in the village. £13.85 for a pint of real ale and a 175 ml glass of wine are London prices. We did have a Chicken Caesar salad there one night which was good and all the food looked good but putting the new bar upstairs has meant they have put their prices up a lot.
May 2023
Great food with amazing views from the terraces. Staff very helpful and friendly. Well worth a visit
May 2023
We had a great meal here during our stay.
May 2023
Great Pub, great staff, good food. Only criticism would be the price hikes since our last stay 14 months ago!
May 2023
Not the best atmosphere but food is good and worth a visit
May 2023
The fish pie is to die for. Lovely friendly pub and staff and totally different g friendly
February 2023
Nice Pub, good food, great staff.
September 2022
Food tasted like it had come out of the microwave, staff were arguing in front of customers, long wait for food, not a great experience
August 2022
Beautiful view for a drink in the beer garden.
August 2022
What a lovely place to stop, refresh and watch the world go by. The bar at the top offers spectacular views and nothing is too much trouble for the staff. Food is excellent and they even allow your dogs in. Perfect. We will be back ?
August 2022
We LOVED it here! Great staff and excellent food..thanks to Kat for making us sovwelcome
July 2022
Brilliant food, lovely atmosphere. Our one regret was not getting up to the rooftop but understandably booked solid. We recommend the fish pie!!
July 2022
Great staff, fun, good food
July 2022
Superb food and excellent friendly staff. Great place to have a drink or have a fantastic meal
July 2022
The outdoor roof garden area was amazing, with beautiful, unsurpassed views of the harbour. the meals were on the pricey side.
July 2022
Menu not as good as it used to be which was disappointing but still a nice place to get pub grub
June 2022
Excellent service and good food
June 2022
We always look forwards to visiting the three pilchards, food and drinks second to none in polperro
June 2022
Excellent food. The staff Ash, Emily, Katie and Ethan were amazing, friendly and helpful. Went back several times during our stay, loved it.
June 2022
Lovely pub, very good food, lovely friendly staff
May 2022
A restaurant - no longer a friendly pub
May 2022
We loved our drinks and meal on the garden terrace overlooking the rooftops of Polperro. A little pricey for the food but worth it for the ambience.
April 2022
Cosy pub in beautiful location. Lovely pub meals served by welcoming and friendly staff. Dog friendly too.
April 2022
Visited one night and had excellent fish & chips,probably best ever,it was superb Staff really helpful and polite,jess & matt very helpful
April 2022
Some of the best food in Polperro! Great atmosphere, friendly staff, we felt very welcomed and had some amazing meals there.
March 2022
Just fabulous!
February 2022
Have been to the three pilchards before over the years, still didn't disappoint, good and amazing food, and a good selection of beers and wine. staff very attentive and a cosy log fire.
December 2021
Could perhaps do with a cheaper glass of wine 175 Sauvignon blanc £9 never been charged that. We didn’t ear but food looked lovely staff great.
November 2021
Stayed in Polperro Oct.9th-16th.2021,ate in Three Pilchards three times food excellent,steak and ale pie to die for one portion enough for two,but managed to fight my way through it,would have been rude not to,service also first class.
October 2021
Great food, well priced, really lovely staff but tables are allocated on a first come, first served basis so get there early!
October 2021
Probably the gem of polperro due to the quality of the food and its hidden raised beer garden giving fantastic views over the harbour. Limited indoor seating makes it imperative to turn up early for dinner as they dont take bookings, but operate a 'waiting list' call back service which seems to work well enough. But be warned, myself and my wife turned up at 5:20 pm on a Monday evening and there was already a list with 13 names waiting for a table. However, this is testament to the quality of the food!! A must visit.
September 2021
We had lunch today at this delightful pub in Polperro. We decided to go for a light bite which turned out to be a wise choice , only because the size of the meals on the main menu would have defeated us . Food was very good and excellent value for money . Staff were on the ball at all times . Would definitely return
September 2021
We loved the Pilchards. Everything great about the pub. Great staff, great food, garden over looks the harbour. You don’t need to book, just jog up and if no tables you get added to the waiting list and an idea of how long you’ll wait, so go and sit in the garden and enjoy pre drinkies! What’s not to like!
September 2021
Had a lovely meal in this pub. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Food very reasonable. Highly recommend
September 2021
Great pub very helpful staff fantastic fish and chips the best in polperro ten out of ten will always return when in polperro
September 2021
Fantastic food and service. Great outdoor terrace!
August 2021
Excellent service. Friendly helpful staff. Good quality and well portioned food. Chablis by the glass was a real plus!
July 2021
What a bonus to have this pub a stones throw from the cottage. Great welcoming and friendly staff, well run and absolute bonus of a roof top terrace which, as we had wonderful weather, we took great advantage of and the food was superb.
July 2021
best food we had in Polpero, they handle covid restrictions very well , lovely to eat and even just drink in their outside areas
June 2021
Good food and excellent staff/service especially in these Covid times
June 2021
Lovely outside space to sit with a gin and tonic with friends.
June 2021
Fabulous pub/restaurant. Excellent food and very friendly staff.
June 2021
Ate there twice in the garden. Great staff and food.
June 2021
Fantastic food, friendly staff, get there early to avoid disappointment
June 2021
Excellent food , customer service was top class. All covid regulations fully observed.
June 2021
Fantastic pub….. one moaning local who hated non locals…. Great food ?
June 2021
Enjoyed a wonderful meal here. The whole team were so helpful and friendly. Really excellent.
May 2021
The elevated rear garden of the Three Pilchards is a fabulous location for dinner overlooking the harbour. Service was excellent and the food wonderful - we enjoyed the fish platter, a fish pie and the trio of prawns - all very well presented and tasted delicious - a must vist!
May 2021
very well organised and friendly service good food & drink
April 2021
Great pub ate and drank there several times, good food, drinks and friendly staff.
October 2020
Visited on the night we arrived in Polperro in October, just managed to get a table. Excellent food, Fish Pie is the best I've had.
October 2020
The best food we had in Polperro with excellent staff and a superb beer garden. Would recommend wholeheartedly.
September 2020
Fantastic place to eat and drink. Very welcoming and covid compliant and safe socialising!
September 2020
Great pub really happy and friendly staff. A great system setup to deal with the coronavirus. Well worth a visit.
September 2020
Excellent service fantastic staff felt very safe through out pandemic food lovely especially fish and chips
August 2020
We visited here for food and drinks and can honestly say were not disappointed on either occassion. The staff were extremely helpful and provided great table service, the food we ordered was delicious! We sat outside on both visits and had lovely views over the harbour which is pretty and quite busy. This pub is certainly worth a visit and we plan to go back on our next visit to Polperro.
August 2020
Excellent
August 2020
Brilliant food and great set up for indoor and outdoor dining and social distancing. The fish and chips are AMAZING. An absolute must!
July 2020
Very well organised for COVID-19 and the food was very good. Ate there 3 times because you can eat outside too.
July 2020
A fantastic restaurant. Lovely service, so happy and helpful and great food.
February 2020
Nice food, very friendly.
December 2019
Really good service here. All good that came out looked delicious. Our favourite was the very generous fish pie. Kids fish and chips was huge and very tasty. Scallop and prawn combo a little disappointing, not much flavour and they wouldn't let the kids take the scallop shells with them!
October 2019
Visited Polperro in July,ate in Three Pilchards every evening,service and food excellent.
October 2019
Great food,nice atmosphere very welcoming.. Fish pie..????
October 2019
great food
September 2019
Best pub in Polperro. Great location, brilliant food and drinks on the menu. The staff were friendly and welcoming.
August 2019
Lovely food and attentive staff! Definitely recommend ????
August 2019
Great food and friendly staff
June 2019
Great rooftop area with fabulous views
May 2019
Ate here most days! Food great and the owners are lovely, see you next year!!
May 2019
Great atmosphere great food very friendly service. This is what we wanted from our Cornish experience.
April 2019
Best fish and chips we ever had in polperro. Lovely staff warm and welcoming and the pub dog albert was lovely too.
April 2019
Warm and friendly welcome and amazing food. Great value. Love it.
April 2019
Excellent food and drinks. Amazing fish pie. Great atmosphere as well. Always welcomed by the lovely Jake and Albert.
April 2019
We didn’t find a bad place to eat in Polperro but this is definitely the best. Excellent food, lovely garden, really good bar service - especially when you’re choosing your gin.
January 2019
VERY FRIENDLY, GOOD ATMOSPHERE. FOOD WAS EXCELLENT AND GOOD VALUE
November 2018
Great pub food, massive portions! Lovely staff and great to meet beautiful pub puppy, Albert.
November 2018
Great food , warm welcome
October 2018
A friendly welcome.Good food.The portions were generous.
October 2018
We had some lovely meals in here served by very friendly staff, and very dog friendly.
September 2018
Very tasty food but beware, no.desserts!
August 2018
Great food everytime!
August 2018
I thought the service very poor in here. i was the only person sitting at the bar with my partner and with three members of staff available, i waited politely for 5 minutes before asking is anybody serving. The young lad turned round to and responded "I could be" the food was ok
August 2018
Another one of Polperro's gems, great seafood, excellent ale and superb service, thanks to all.
June 2018
Superb food!! Best food we had in polperro.
June 2018
Loved this pub on our first visit and definitely weren’t disappointed second time round. Fantastic food, staff and service we went in everyday, would definitely recommend as a must when visiting Polperro
June 2018
We couldn't leave Polperro without eating at 'The Three Pilchards', whose name alone conjures up the impression of a very old, quaint smuggling pub, (which is exactly what it is). The fact they serve a fantastic fish pie and fresh seafood dishes in a comfortable, friendly environment was a bonus ... but don't expect a dessert - (not that you'd be able to manage one).
May 2018
We highly recommend The Three Pilchards as "The place to eat and drink"...beautifully prepared dishes...the seafood was absolutely delicious. Fish Pie was 5*. The outdoor area was great to sit in and very dog friendly. Staff all so welcoming and hardworking. Fabulous!
May 2018
Disappointed in the Pilchards. Food was expensive and staff a bit off hand. Used to be great but seems to have changed hands.
May 2018
Great people, Great food
May 2018
Lovely food, visited a couple of times over a week... great service, nicely kept ales and lots of effort for local and Cornish drinks including ales, guns and rum... friendly staff... and Jake the dog was great !
May 2018
Really lovely atmosphere in the pub. Staff very nice a friendly and we enjoyed our meal. Would recommend to anybody
April 2018
Great food and lovely people. Nice pub garden looking out over the village.
April 2018
The Three Pilchards is my favourite Cornish pub. In good weather, the roof terrace has lovely views over Polperro and must be recommended. In winter, the log burning fire is a brilliant comforter. The beer and food are excellent. On my most recent visit to Cornwall I had lunch there on two days. On the first day I had game pie with roasted root vegetables including beetroot, carrot and parsnip. The pie was a proper, free standing, shortcrust pie - not a small dish with a puff pastry crust. It was brilliant. On the second visit, I had crab bisque to warm me up followed by crab salad. Polperro is a clear choice for seafood. The owners, staff and pub dog are friendly and welcoming. The pub itself is dog friendly. I don’t think I’d visit the area without calling in at the Three Pilchards at least once.
March 2018
Great pub with amazing food and a warm welcome from all the staff. Definitely worth a visit if you're in polperro
February 2018
Food superb,like the informal atmosphere,and not to far to crawl back to accommodation.
July 2017
Fantastic food and wonderful views from the beer garden.
June 2017
Fantastic place a little chem of a cottage we have been coming for 19 yrs and will still be coming in another 19 yrs.
June 2017
Great service, great food, well kept beer and great views from the terrace.
June 2017
Lovely bar staff and fabulous beer garden, really nice pub
May 2017
Lovely food, brilliant, welcoming people! Thank you
May 2017
Lovely pub. Excellent service and food. Very friendly staff.
May 2017
No desserts? I understand the comment in the menu but I prefer a main and a dessert. I am afraid there was no where on a Sunday night in March for me to go elsewhere and buy even an ice cream. I may have stayed and spent another £10 at least if I could have had a dessert and a coffee. The food I had was fine.
April 2017
The Cornish Food Box Company
(Less than a mile)
(1)
A fabulous way to get amazing Cornish food & drink delivered for your holiday, The Cornish Food Box Company makes it really easy for you to pick from over 2000 local products online and have them delivered direct to your holiday cottage. Order before you come down and the team will even unpack and put everything away for you before you arrive. The Cornish Food Box Company works with more than 250 local producers and farmers and sell everything from local veg, fruit and free range meat to sparkling wines, seafood, cheeses and much more. Delivery across Cornwall and the UK every week.
*COVID-19 UPDATE* Due to Covid-19 restrictions we are not able to offer our unpacking service at this time. If you are not able to be available for delivery we can pack into chilled boxes which can be left safe for your arrival. Please contact us for more information.
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*£5 off any order over £50 with code TOADHALL
Excellent food and a very warm welcome from staff.
April 2024
The House on the Props
(Less than a mile)
(32)
Enjoy superb English breakfasts, light lunches, afternoon teas and dinner in a cosy, nautical environment. The menus consist of a wide range of locally sourced produce and fresh fish specials created using what’s landed that day.
https://www.houseontheprops.co.uk/restaurant-tea-rooms/ Talland Street, Polperro, Looe, Cornwall PL13 2RE (T: 01503 272310)
Excellent food and great staff
April 2024
Lovely staff and wonderful food!!!??
November 2023
What lovely people. Very comfortable rooms and great food.
October 2023
Lovely friendly welcome. Excellent food. Thank you!
September 2023
Great restaurant, excellent friendly staff . Ate here two evenings and really enjoyed it
August 2023
Had a lovely meal here and reasonably priced. I would suggest they ask if you would like to see a dessert menu when taking the main course plates away instead of having to wait a while. As only open three nights would recommend booking in advance
May 2023
An amazing place, brilliant breakfasts, superb evening meals and the best cakes ever
May 2023
Loved it here. Had breakfast a few times and could not have been nicer both in quality and the staff.
February 2023
Scrumptious food and very friendly staff.
January 2023
The House on Props serves amazing food and to top it off the owners/staff are friendly and welcome you warmly . We would of gladly eaten here every day .
August 2022
Great place Great food and friendly helpful staff
May 2022
Lovely breakfast. Very popular with visitors and now doing evening meals between Tuesday to Thursday. They specialise in home made seafood dishes and cakes, well worth a visit and very reasonably priced.
May 2022
Fabulous sea food and gorgeous desserts served by delightful staff. A must when visiting beautiful Polperro.
April 2022
A really lovely atmosphere in such a picturesque setting. The staff were so friendly and welcoming to us and the food is great too. Perfect for a cosy meal by the sea!
March 2022
Excellent breakfasts and delicious coffee, very reasonably priced and the owners are very friendly and accommodating. One of the few eating establishments open in the autumn/winter season.
November 2021
Had a lovely meal here last week all 4 of us enjoyed the food and service . I had the mussels and where gorgeous . Have eaten here before many times and I always recommend it to friends
October 2021
Lovely little place. Can throughly recommend the full English. Really good and friendly service too.
September 2021
Nice meal here last week. My husband ordered the mushroom pate to start which he didn't like and without any discussion they insisted on not charging us , which we thought was really nice . The mussel chowder and fish and chips were excellent.
July 2021
How lucky to be within a stones throw of this lovely pub. Staff were just amazing, friendly and welcoming and we made really good use of the roof bar - wonderful bonus as the weather was great when we were there. Run extremely well and food was excellent
July 2021
excellent, great food, great service ,definitely visit again when return to area.
July 2021
Wonderful! Great location and super seafood.
June 2021
Amazing breakfast, lovely staff and atmosphere. Very reasonably priced too.
June 2021
Amazing scones! fish great also. Was to be able to book a table.
October 2020
Lovely little place we had breakfast here several times during our stay and we were never disappointed. Make sure you get there before 10am to be sure of a table. Great service with a smile.
September 2020
Had breakfast a couple of times during our stay in polperro, the food is fantastic and the service is very freindly and helpful. will be in again next year when we go.
September 2019
I had the most delicious breakfasts here and just love this place. Clare and Cilla and Nicola are so friendly and kind and I look forward to seeing them every time I come back to Polperro.
June 2019
Lovely breakfast and warm welcome on arrival.
April 2019
Had a lovely cream tea here, highly recommended
November 2018
rubbish for the extra go to Milly's near the crumpelhorn. at the entrance to Polperro
July 2018
Gorgeous food and extremely friendly staff
June 2018
Such a great atmosphere and friendly staff..amazing food!
August 2017
Fantastic food and lovely hosts. Dog friendly too!
June 2017
Polperro Museum
(Less than a mile)
(15)
In The Warren overlooking the harbour, the Polperro Heritage Museum of Smuggling and Fishing houses a collection of exhibits and 19th century photographs that date back to a time when both smuggling and fishing thrived in Polperro. It brings to life the little village’s beautiful history and the lives of the people who lived there, having depended on fishing for generations and been home to no less than three factories close by at one point. A delightful opportunity for children and adults alike to learn about local history in this little Cornish village, entry is £1.75 for adults and 50p for children.
1st class
April 2024
Very interesting museum. Well worth a visit
August 2023
Very informative hour spent in the museum. Would recommend Cafe is lovely
July 2023
Great museum with interesting local history. Definitely worth a visit whilst in Polperro.
May 2023
Really informative and interesting journey of smuggling through the ages
May 2023
Great attraction full of great local history and artifacts. Well worth a visit.
August 2022
This is a cracking little museum! It may be small but it is packed with very informative stories and exhibits of the local area and history. Thoroughly recommended!
July 2022
Interesting , good displays , well worth a visit
May 2022
What a lovely setting, small but perfectly formed. We had a lovely cream tea.
September 2021
Really interesting.
September 2021
This is a great little, un-fancy museum with loads of information. It's worth spending time there.
September 2019
Great! And dog friendly!Worth a look and the tea rooms were great.
July 2019
I love a bit of local history and if your like minded, you'll enjoy this place. lots of information on the local boats and fishermen. it would take you a while to read it all.
August 2018
Well worth visiting to get a feel and understanding of how the once thriving community of Polperro used to be in former pilchard fishing (and smuggling) days. The old photos and exhibits transport you back to a very different world (though adults will undoubtedly find the museum more interesting than small children).
May 2018
This museum is packed with interesting facts and some great photos, so even though small we spent a good hour there. Definitely worth a visit to learn more on the local history (including about the more recent floods and storms), fishy facts and smuggling tales!
April 2017
SUP2You
(Less than a mile)
Sup2You offers simple online hire of inflatable paddle boards making it easier than ever to get out and enjoy the UK’s beaches, coastline and waterways. Paddleboarding is the perfect way to stay active, have fun with your family and explore the beautiful region where you’re staying; but with everything else you need to bring on holiday sometimes you won’t have the car space to bring your own! With SUP2You the process couldn’t be easier, simply click the link below, select the board and duration online, and your paddleboard will be couriered next day to your holiday cottage.
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Toad Hall Cottages guests can enjoy 10% off their hire when booking for 3 days or more with code Toad10
Polperro Model Village
(Less than a mile)
(8)
An utterly charming day out for the family, Polperro Model Village and Land of Legend is two attractions in one. The village is, quite literally, the coastal town in miniature and has been around for more than 60 years, surviving both fire and floods – so don’t underestimate the strength of these little guys. Meanwhile, Land of Legend is your chance to explore Cornish folklore, derived from tales of pirates and smugglers who thrived in and around Cornwall from the early modern period through to the 19th century. It is a unique show of lights, sound and animation. The site also houses a model railway, and prices are £3 for adults and £2 for children, open daily from Easter to October.
A lovely attraction for Polperro. Very well thought out and created.
July 2022
Very interesting
July 2022
Lovely little attraction. We were keen to support local businesses so popped in here.
May 2022
Brilliant fun and interesting place to visit
June 2021
This attraction is much more than just a model village. We really loved it.
June 2021
Great value for money. Worth a visit.
September 2020
Disappointed not open
July 2020
Good attraction for young children rather than older children and adults. The miniature village and Land of Legend are charming (though perhaps a little 'worn' by modern standards). There is an interesting audio/visual on the Polperro floods of 1976 and 1993 and a separate small model railway.
May 2018
Looe Fishing Trips
(4 miles)
(2)
Went fishing 5 out of 7 days on the Typhoon with a great skipper Phil
September 2021
The boys had fun on this trip but didn't catch anything to bring home for supper :-)
June 2021
Looe Sailing Club
(4 miles)
Polperro Beach
(Less than a mile)
(22)
In South East Cornwall, Polperro is widely thought to be one of the area’s most picturesque fishing villages. Brimming with whitewashed cottages all the way down the harbour, the beach sits in a sheltered position under the cliffs, only visible at low tide and close to the harbour. Unsurprisingly, it’s a popular destination and can get busy in the summer months. Dogs are not permitted at the beach during peak season, from Easter to October, and while parking in the village itself is all but impossible, but there’s a large car park about a mile up the valley with a regular shuttle service going up and down the hill.
Just beautiful??
November 2023
We have visited The Blue Peter many times on our holidays to Polperro over the past 20 year or more. There is always a warm and friendly welcome from the staff. The food is excellent. This is a proper pub.
July 2023
beautiful little cove -- just watch the tide times ..........
August 2022
We didn't really use the beach but I did see someone allow their dog to foul on the beach and, although they cleared it up to a certain extent, I don't think this is really acceptable when children are going to be playing in the sand.
June 2022
Lovely small beach
June 2022
Fabulous
September 2021
Lovely small beach very clean with beautiful views
July 2021
Great beach.
June 2021
Polperro a beautiful place , a lovely fishing village
May 2021
The most beautiful little cove featuring caves to explore and the 'net loft' out on the rugged rocks. The sea is a divine colour and I can't wait to come back and swim at a warmer time of year! I enjoyed two mornings in the sun and the peace of being out there first thing exploring this little beach area, it was a great start to those days!
May 2021
This Is a glorious, quaint fishing village with narrow winding alleys and a beautiful little harbour.It is more suited to couples rather than families as there are not many facilities for children, other than a small beach at low tide.
September 2020
Perfect . Love love love
August 2020
The children enjoyed exploring the caves and beachcombing when the tide was out, too many dogs off the lead but it was out of season. Main reason for leaving the review is to strongly recommend you take the two hour fishing trip with either Chris or Olly Puckey on the Smuggler. We had the boat to ourselves and had an excellent value for money trip which we all thoroughly enjoyed. Caught 3 mackerel and a pollock which we took back to the cottage and cooked for tea. A delight! Oh, and we went for brunch afterwards at House on the Props - definitely recommended, I've never had a full English on a baguette before, it was awesome!
October 2019
Our favourite place to visit with wonderful little shops, restaurants and art galleries to browse in on the walk down to the quay. Amazing views as you leave the village and head on the coastal cliff path back towards Looe. We took our dog and he enjoyed exploring the numerous rock pools on the beach. We also explored the right hand coastal path and stumbled across a secluded pool amongst the rocks - steep ascent but well worth the hike! People were bathing in the pool as it was a real sun trap..
August 2019
Small but lovely
May 2019
Beautiful beach if you love beach combing.
April 2019
Easy access, dog ok
October 2018
We visited Polperro harbour/beach with our springer spaniel and although the write-up says no dogs allowed, they are allowed, just on a lead between 10am and 6pm, although beach is small, the sea is safe to swim in and not full of huge rocks, lovely ????
August 2018
Lovely clean small beach.
May 2018
Polperro is a magic place. It is so pretty with its winding streets and old cottages and the harbour with its fishing boats. The residents are so friendly and welcoming and there’s a wide choice of restaurants and cafes. I particularly recommend Michelle’s for fantastic food and a real welcome. As a woman on my own I dined there, as elsewhere, with no feeling of awkwardness. Breakfast at the House on the Props just unbeatable! Spring is one of the best times to visit for the wonderful coastal walks and the masses of wild flowers. When you visit, think about the parking situation before you go as it needs organising, but many rentable cottages have spaces provided in the main car park and PauI who runs a little motorised transport system for luggage is very helpful and reliable. I am one of the thousands of people who just love Polperro and every time I visit feel a great reluctance to leave.
May 2018
Enjoyed the harbour etc and all the shops but had dogs so did not visit the beach but a beautiful setting.
June 2017
really lovely, a must visit desination.
May 2017
Talland Bay
(Less than a mile)
(16)
A small, quiet beach between Looe and Polperro, Talland Bay actually comprises two beaches, one of which has sand both at low and high tide and is good for swimming all the time, while the other is less sandy and is easiest to swim from at high tide. There is a ramp for launching boats from the main beach and there are lots of small coves and tidal pools to swim in as well, so it’s a delightful area to explore in the water. Parking is limited, but there is a small, free car park by the beach and paid parking at The Beach Café, all of which provide easy access to the sand. Thanks to the nearby café, visitors can also benefit from the accompanying facilities, on-site shop, and tuck into Roskillys Cornish Ice-Cream as well.
Sit in the graveyard on the bill and look down to Talland bay. Tranquillity so special. I never fail to go there when I am down. The church is beautiful so much history.
October 2023
Having spent many a happy childhood holiday here - 60 years ago, so wonderful to return. It is so beautiful and with addition of 2 Beach cafes - even better now.
June 2023
Beautiful little bay with a great cafe overlooking it. Dogs allowed on the beach Oct to end of May.....
October 2021
Although there was indeed sand in one of the bays it was largely covered with seaweed at the water's edge when we were there. All very natural.
October 2021
Lovely bay, shingle beach
September 2021
Not a great beach and a bit smelly.
August 2021
Unfortunately the seaweed on the beach made it very smelly and also lots of flies. Beautiful apart from that!
June 2021
Lovely walk from polperro along coast. Cafe in picturesque bay pretty with little huts to shelter. Only downside was the coffee not good at all.
May 2021
Beautiful bay. A little smelly from the seaweed but rock pools galore and quiet
October 2020
Very interesting beach with rock pools at low tide and fascinating multi-coloured rocks, great for photography.
October 2019
A lovely place to walk too on the way to Looe. Hard work back up the hill to polperro, bit it's worth it!
October 2018
The coastal walk from Polperro to Talland Bay is outstanding. As both are scenic, (and Talland Bay benefits from an excellent cafe and free toilets), it makes for an excellent morning or afternoon trip in good weather.
May 2018
Lovely beach,beautiful walk from Polperro. Dogs requested to be kept on leads (which I suppose is preferable to a ban!). Families seem to use this beach alot.
May 2018
An interesting beach at low tide and lovely views.
April 2018
Brilliant. Bit seaweedy. Wear beach shoes incase of weever fish stings.
August 2017
Great beach pet friendly beach with rock pools etc for the dogs to explore
June 2017
Looe Beach
(4 miles)
(20)
In East Looe, the beach sits directly in front of the old town, sheltered by the Banjo Pier and overlooked from the east by the hillside of Mount Ararat. A good family beach that has something for everyone, at low tide the sandy location is safe for swimming although it’s recommended you steer clear of the river mouth beyond the pier. Unfortunately dogs aren’t allowed on this beach at any time of the year, but Hannafore beach in West Looe is dog friendly. The beach backs on to a seafront walkway which runs its length all the way to Second Beach to the east, where it tends to be less busy and it’s good for snorkeling. As it’s in the centre of the town there are lots of facilities and cafes nearby, but in the summer it’s a very popular spot and parking can be tricky, with traffic prohibited during these months, so be prepared for a bit of a walk.
Some days quite busy but great facilities and loads of activities
August 2023
Great, despite the early season seaweed, the tractor cleared it very well.
April 2023
LOVE LOVE LOVE
July 2022
All of the beaches around Looe are worth visiting - and the coastal path is a must. Fuel for the hike? Not listed in the reviews is Sarah’s Pasties which has the best pasties (we ate a lot of pasties during the week!). They were also one of the few eateries in the area which could provide something for someone needing a gluten and dairy free diet. We were able to preorder pasties that met her dietary requirements.
February 2022
Wonderful beach
December 2021
Safe and sandy beach perfect for kids
August 2021
I enjoyed the beach as it is very flat, which is important at 70, and I even had a paddle. The beach was very clean.
July 2021
One of the best beaches I have visited. It is nice and level and I was even able to have a paddle. It was very clean.
July 2021
Great beach so close all amenities
July 2021
Such a lovely beach. A shame people didn’t socially distance or even attempt to do so.
August 2020
Spent a week at new year in this beautiful apartment. Everything you could possibly need was in there. Lovely comfy bed,spotless clean and the bonus of a sea view. Central for everything. Will definitely return.
January 2020
Wonderful clean beach
October 2019
Perfect for the children but beware of seagulls. We always take a beach tent so children can safely enjoy their food and ice cream!
June 2019
Lovely beach suitable for everyone
June 2019
A wonderful place to sit relax eat an ICECREAM or a pastie, if the seagulls will let you! Perfect beach x
August 2018
You cannot fail to love Looe beach, early morning, during the day or for and evening stroll. A super clean beach.
May 2018
Lovely sandy beach. No dogs allowed but there is a small cove at the far end which allows dogs to enjoy their holiday too with a dip in The English Channel.
May 2018
Looe beach and seafront is cleaned every day (in season?) and looks good. A joy to sit and watch the sea and people passing by.
April 2018
Really good! Good sand and sea. Activities for the kids too. Difficult to get to cos no parking nearby.
August 2017
Lovely beach and even when it was busy didn't feel overcrowded
August 2017
Hannafore Beach
(4 miles)
(9)
Half a mile west of Looe, stretching along the coast, Hannafore Beach is a sandy, shingle bay with a rocky reef and views of St George’s Island. At low tide it’s brimming with rock pools, making it fun and games for the whole family to enjoy, and it’s a wonderful sun trap in summer months thanks to its south east facing position. Because of its location over the river, the beach never really becomes too busy, but equally there aren’t any facilities nearby. It’s popular with dog walkers as it’s amongst the few dog-friendly beaches in the area, and having explored you can extend your excursion to a stroll along the promenade or a potter around the coast path to the wonderfully scenic Talland Bay. There is roadside parking along the sea front above the beach, but it can be difficult to find a space. Alternatively, there is a large car park in West Looe, around 10 minutes away on foot.
Splendid views and dog accessible
July 2022
The best place to unwind
August 2020
Great for rock pooling
August 2020
Great fun had by our dog 'Moses'
August 2019
Lovely for the dogs!
August 2018
Really nice beach and walk
June 2018
An interesting beach, but beware the incoming tide !
April 2018
Great beach. Good view of looe island. Loads of shells to collect. Lots of dog walkers tho!
August 2017
One of the many dog friendly beaches we visited lovely coastal walks to Talland Bay the nature reserve island is very interesting great refreshments available and not forgetting the free parking available all day which is very useful.
June 2017
Plaidy Beach
(4 miles)
(1)
A small and pleasant grey sand beach with rocks exposed at low tide, Plaidy Beach is simply a nice place to visit and take in the scenery. There aren’t any facilities, and there’s no parking nearby so it’s one to reach on foot. There’s a slipway to the beach, but you will have to access it by walking along the coast path, parking at Millendreath or Looe and it’s worth keeping in mind that it’s quite steep from both directions. Millendreath is closer and the walk should take around 20 minutes. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round, so it’s a charming place to take them for a walk while you’re in the area.
Great to walk to at low tide on the beach or at high tide via the footpath. Great dog friendly beach.
August 2018
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