A former cottage hospital built in 1871 – one of the first in the country – this detached four-bedroom house sits in the centre of Fowey, a pretty fishing village on Cornwall's south coast, making it an ideal base for families and groups looking to enjoy magnificent views over Fowey Estuary. The property features upside-down living to make the most of those views, with the living spaces on the upper floor and bedrooms below.
The open plan living and dining room is beautifully bright, with a cosy wood burner for winter nights, triple-aspect windows overlooking the water, a four and three-seater sofa, and two bean bags. The dining area seats eight guests beneath dropdown feature lights with estuary views. A fully equipped kitchen includes a breakfast bar with two stools overlooking the estuary, while local Whistlefish artwork hangs throughout. A utility room provides a washing machine, dryer, and ironing facilities. Downstairs, the spacious master bedroom has a sumptuous king-size bed and an en-suite with a shower over a bath. A second king-size bedroom also has its own en-suite with a shower over a bath. The third bedroom offers twin beds, estuary views, and an en-suite shower room. Back on the upper floor, a fourth king-size bedroom is served by a family shower room. Outside, elevated south-east-facing gardens catch sunlight throughout the day. An outside dining area seats six to eight, and there is a BBQ and private parking for one vehicle.
Fowey's port is filled with quirky shops, waterside restaurants, and pubs. Take a ferry trip over the water to nearby Polruan, or stroll through the winding streets past huddled houses. Strike out on the South West Coast Path to Gribbin Head – the inspiration for Daphne Du Maurier's novels – passing beaches, coves, woodlands, and grassland rich in wildflowers. Nine beaches are within reach, including Readymoney Cove, Whitehouse Beach, and Polkerris Cove, with the Saints Way Trail linking them inland.