Shirley-Ann’s guidebook
Food scene
A short walk from the property is the Bodinnick Ferry (foot passengers and cars) to Fowey. The beautiful, historical harbour town of Fowey is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which is made accessible by virtue of numerous footpaths from the town. The many restaurants cafes and bars and independent shops make it a popular tourist destination throughout the year. Fowey Christmas Market runs annually this year is on 26th, 27th & 28th November 2021.
241 locals recommend
Fowey
A short walk from the property is the Bodinnick Ferry (foot passengers and cars) to Fowey. The beautiful, historical harbour town of Fowey is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which is made accessible by virtue of numerous footpaths from the town. The many restaurants cafes and bars and independent shops make it a popular tourist destination throughout the year. Fowey Christmas Market runs annually this year is on 26th, 27th & 28th November 2021.
‘Lovely Lerryn’ – beautiful to kayak to or to take the car, where you will find the Ship Inn has a lovely beer garden. The proprietors are very helpful and the food is great. There is a lovely circular walk to St Winnow which takes you across fields and back around the estuary.
28 locals recommend
Lerryn
‘Lovely Lerryn’ – beautiful to kayak to or to take the car, where you will find the Ship Inn has a lovely beer garden. The proprietors are very helpful and the food is great. There is a lovely circular walk to St Winnow which takes you across fields and back around the estuary.
Great Pub at Polkerris on the beach - restaurant specialising in locally caught seafood. Overlooking a lovely beach. Ideal for sitting watching the sunset listening to the waves on the shore.
33 locals recommend
Rashleigh Inn
Great Pub at Polkerris on the beach - restaurant specialising in locally caught seafood. Overlooking a lovely beach. Ideal for sitting watching the sunset listening to the waves on the shore.
Sightseeing
Walking the three miles to Golant involves taking the Bodinnick Ferry and turning right out of Fowey onto the Saints Way. It is a beautiful woodland walk with views of the river. Follow the ‘Saints Way’ signs The Fisherman’s Arms in Golant sells a range of beers, ciders and lovely food for hungry walkers and kayakers!! It is an ideal place to sit and relax away a few hours peacefully watching the ebb and flow of the river.
17 locals recommend
Fishermans Arms
31 Lambhay StWalking the three miles to Golant involves taking the Bodinnick Ferry and turning right out of Fowey onto the Saints Way. It is a beautiful woodland walk with views of the river. Follow the ‘Saints Way’ signs The Fisherman’s Arms in Golant sells a range of beers, ciders and lovely food for hungry walkers and kayakers!! It is an ideal place to sit and relax away a few hours peacefully watching the ebb and flow of the river.
The Hall Walk, within yards of April Cottage, is a famous four-mile circular route, following the river via Pont Creek and round to Polruan. It involves taking two ferries. The walk is very ‘up and down’ and considered a moderate grade walk for this reason. However, there are many opportunities to stop and enjoy the countryside and riverside views.
9 locals recommend
Hall Walk
9 Hall TerraceThe Hall Walk, within yards of April Cottage, is a famous four-mile circular route, following the river via Pont Creek and round to Polruan. It involves taking two ferries. The walk is very ‘up and down’ and considered a moderate grade walk for this reason. However, there are many opportunities to stop and enjoy the countryside and riverside views.
House, gardens shop and café - cycle hire and woodland tracks to explore.
119 locals recommend
Lanhydrock House and Garden
Treffry LaneHouse, gardens shop and café - cycle hire and woodland tracks to explore.
The Ferry Boat Inn here in Bodinnick which serves great food in its restaurant and on its lovely terrace with spectacular river views.
13 locals recommend
The Old Ferry Inn
The Ferry Boat Inn here in Bodinnick which serves great food in its restaurant and on its lovely terrace with spectacular river views.
The Eden Project is approximately half an hour's drive from the property. Great place to visit particularly if the weather is not great - Biomes (Tropical rainforest and Mediterranean) and botanical garden with associated plant species. café and shop - avoid at peak times.
1111 locals recommend
Eden Project
The Eden Project is approximately half an hour's drive from the property. Great place to visit particularly if the weather is not great - Biomes (Tropical rainforest and Mediterranean) and botanical garden with associated plant species. café and shop - avoid at peak times.
Fowey is noted as a popular holiday destination and is only a hop, skip and a jump down the road from us and over the ‘Bodinnick Ferry’. There are many independent food outlets where good quality essentials can be purchased. There are a myriad of cafes and public houses selling food and drink throughout the day and evening. A gentle walk along to Readymoney Cove is a must. Kayaks and boats can be hired in the town.
241 locals recommend
Fowey
Fowey is noted as a popular holiday destination and is only a hop, skip and a jump down the road from us and over the ‘Bodinnick Ferry’. There are many independent food outlets where good quality essentials can be purchased. There are a myriad of cafes and public houses selling food and drink throughout the day and evening. A gentle walk along to Readymoney Cove is a must. Kayaks and boats can be hired in the town.
Picnic spot - good for swimming and snorkelling.
Featured in Daphne Du Maurier's novel, Rebecca. Can be incorporated into the circular walk from Fowey via Gribben head to Polkerris.....
11 locals recommend
Menabilly Beach
Picnic spot - good for swimming and snorkelling.
Featured in Daphne Du Maurier's novel, Rebecca. Can be incorporated into the circular walk from Fowey via Gribben head to Polkerris.....