Fowey Cottages
Situated at the mouth of the River Fowey, this ancient town formed around the natural harbour as a trading port with merchant houses along the waterfront, some of which are now holiday cottages in Fowey. There are plenty of opportunities to get out on the water for sea fishing or pleasure boating with guided river trips, kayaking, canoeing and coasteering.Read more
Historically there was much smuggling and piracy in the area, but as trade diverted to Plymouth, Fowey became more of a fishing port, although china clay is still exported from here today. The harbour is appealing to various seagoing vessels, with many yachts sheltering in the bay and often large cruise liners bringing visitors to the town.
There is a good mix of shops and places to eat, with something for everyone. The Daphne du Maurier Festival (now called the Fowey Festival of Words and Music) is held here each May, when the town comes alive with literary inspiration and the Royal Regatta is worth a visit.
The main beach for Fowey holidaymakers is Readymoney Cove, but Whitehouse and Polridmouth Cove are also nearby. You can walk between them if you're a keen walker - there are coast path stomps, estuary meanders, leisurely woodland strolls or town tours to wear you out before heading back to your Fowey cottage.
We have 29 self catering cottages in Fowey to show you...
7 nights from £516
Tansy
46302 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views near Fowey, South Cornwall.
Down by the riverside is exactly where you will be when you make Tansy your holiday home, a charming stone-built cottage set alongside the beautiful River Lerryn on the upper reach...
7 nights from £516
7 nights from £606
Sweet Briar Cottage
41093 bedroom self catering cottage near Fowey, South Cornwall.
Located in the heart of picture perfect Lerryn, Sweet Briar Cottage is an absolute beauty. Lovingly and impeccably presented, this 150 year old cottage is the epitome of country ch...
7 nights from £606
7 nights from £858
Tanglewood
42683 bedroom cottage with sea views near Lostwithiel, South Cornwall.
Set in the creekside village of Lerryn, considered to be one of the prettiest villages in Cornwall, Tanglewood is a very special holiday home in a truly magical setting. It sits in...
7 nights from £858
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Prynn's House
42974 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Fowey, South Cornwall.
Set in the heart of the idyllic creekside village of Lerryn with the most wonderful views from the garden across the river, this delightful cottage is the perfect retreat for famil...
7 nights from £682 *
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7 nights from £590
Shepherd's Rest
4140Dog friendly shepherds hut near Fowey, South Cornwall.
If a shepherd could pick the perfect spot to take shelter and rest, then this wonderful bolthole for two, in the most glorious countryside setting, overlooking wildlife on the pond...
7 nights from £590
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Harley House
53254 bedroom self catering cottage near St Austell, South Cornwall.
Close to the sparkling waters and sheltered coves of St Austell Bay, Harley House is a charming retreat, perfectly located for discovering all the thrills and delights on offer alo...
7 nights from £432 *
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Southleigh House
49384 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Charlestown.
For those seeking a very special country retreat that's oh-so-close to the crystal clear waters and sheltered beaches of Cornwall's south coast, then look no further than Southleig...
7 nights from £974 *
7 nights from £415
Snuggledown
19751 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Fowey, South Cornwall.
There are glorious views over the fields and woods of Trethevey Farm from the glass-fronted, south-facing, open plan living-room of this gorgeous contemporary barn conversion. Adjo...
7 nights from £415
7 nights from £623
Trethevey
9444 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Fowey, South Cornwall.
This lovingly converted granite barn is set in tranquil countryside adjacent to the magnificent Luxulyan Valley, a World Heritage Site of outstanding beauty that just begs to be ex...
7 nights from £623
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Old Quay Cottage
22643 bedroom holiday cottage near Fowey, South Cornwall.
Lostwithiel is the ancient capital of Cornwall, full of history with an enchanting mix of stone buildings, antiques shops and independent retailers. Old Quay Cottage is a sympathet...
7 nights from £449 *
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