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A tranquil fishermans cottage a minute from the beach with free reserved parking

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A coastal town with a marina, historic buildings, and a hilltop view.
Looe Valley Line -take the train to Liskeard through the beautiful Looe Valley
A blue door with a sign reading "Sandpipers" above it, flanked by windows and potted plants.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a wooden coffee table with a vase of flowers, a black leather sofa, and a television on a white wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Looe Beach
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Looe, ENG
  • Place, Old Guildhall Museum and Gaol
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Looe Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hannafore Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Wet Room

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A tranquil fishermans cottage a minute from the beach with free reserved parking

Sandpipers is a 150 year old ex-fisherman's cottage ideally situated in the heart of East Looe. It is arranged over 3 floors, set in a quiet traffic free lane and only metres from Looe's sandy beach, picturesque working fishing harbour and bustling promenade, with all the town's facilities on your doorstep. Sandpipers has been extensively refurbished, including a new kitchen and wet room, whilst keeping it’s original character. It has extensive living space within as well as outside seating on a planted, open courtyard and benefits from a free reserved parking space in the Millpool carpark nearby.
The stairs are a little steep, as are all ex-fishermans cottages in Looe, but may not suit less mobile guests.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please return the parking permit to the yellow folder as you check out.
Thanks for turning off the central heating and the underfloor heating to the wet room.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8157404
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Looe

Located in Looe, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Polperro Harbour and Kartworld are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Polperro Model Village and Adrenalin Quarry. Travelling with kids? Consider Port Eliot House and Gardens and Fowey Aquarium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Map
Looe, ENG

What's nearby

  • Old Guildhall Museum and Gaol - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Looe Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Second Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Plaidy Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hannafore Beach - 4 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Looe Station - 11 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Martins Dairy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Jolly Sailor - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kelly's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Globe Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Sardine Factory Restaurant & Cafe - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A tranquil fishermans cottage a minute from the beach with free reserved parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A tranquil fishermans cottage a minute from the beach with free reserved parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at A tranquil fishermans cottage a minute from the beach with free reserved parking?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A tranquil fishermans cottage a minute from the beach with free reserved parking?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is A tranquil fishermans cottage a minute from the beach with free reserved parking located?

This family-friendly Looe cottage is located by the sea, steps away from Old Guildhall Museum and Gaol, Looe Beach and The Old Sardine Factory Heritage Centre. Second Beach and Plaidy Beach are also within 15 minutes. Looe Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 164 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage right in the centre of Looe, Great location moments from the beach , pubs, restaurants and shopsHad a fabulous long weekend visiting family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2026
Thanks for reviewing us Katie. Glad you found Looe as fabulous as we do!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location and a very cute cottage We loved our stay and will definitely be returning
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Thanks Joanne! Be great to see you again soon Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was really lovely. It was very clean and comfortable. There is a parking permit allowing you to park about 10 minutes walk away near the bridge which was perfect. Peter was very helpful and friendly and made checking in very easy. The location of the property was only 1 minute walk from the beach, harbour and shops. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone who is visiting Looe.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
Thanks for your lovely review Michelle! So glad you had a good time after your difficult journey down. Hope we see you again in the future. Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All very satisfactory. A lovely cottage and fab location. We'll be back for sure.Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2026
Thats great to hear Rinara! Glad you had a good time. Thanks for taking the time to review us and we hope to see you again soon Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cottage that was well placed to experience all that Looe has to offer.The Kids loved being able to go into the town for the first time on their own, as the area by the cottage has no vehicles.The Cottage was well equipped and provided our needs for a family of four (Two young Children).It was even already equipped with crabbing kit and rock pool nets, both got used.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Glad you had a great time Matt! Thanks for the review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2026
Hi Danielle, thanks for your lovely review. Hope to welcome you back soon 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location and place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 March 2026
Thanks for a great review Rupert, we hope to welcome you back soon 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another excellent stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 December 2025
Thanks for your kind review! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location in town and beach. Unfortunately I suffer a bit with walking difficulties so stairs big problem. I knew about stairs before I booked so can only blame myself. Apart from this everything Perfect and would definitely recommend it unless walking difficulties
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2026
Thanks Steve, glad you had a good time Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This accommodation is perfect whether you want to spend days relaxing by the beach and eating out at the many restaurants/pubs Looe has to offer or if you want to use it as a base to explore Cornwall. Sandpipers has everything you need to feel at home, spotless and heating worked a treat when it got chilly. You are 2 minute walk from East Looe Beach, the main shops and various restaurants. The car park with an allocated spot is approx 10 min walk from the house but you can do bag drop off closer to Sandpipers. Would highly recommend and we hope to return
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Thanks for the detailed review Lucie, I'm sure future guests will find it helpful! Hope to see you again soon. Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was beautiful, everything we required was there and available.It is pristine clean and very comfortable.It is within a few yards walking distance to the beach with plenty of places to eat and explore.However it is not suitable for the less mobile person's.The car park although has a free alokated space but it is quite away from the cottage.We loved it and would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Glad you had a great time Lynne, thanks for the review! We do mention the stairs and the parking on the front page on the website, and remind guests that drop off is available very close to the property. Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent position,could walk to all places.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2025
Thanks Stewart, glad you had a good time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were attending an event at Looe Sailing Club and the location of the cottage was just perfect - a couple of minutes’ walk from the Club and from the boat park in the opposite direction. The house was perfect for our requirements (there were two of us). The kitchen was exceptionally well-equipped with utensils for a rental property although for some people the lack of a dishwasher or a washing machine might be a problem (there just isn’t room to accommodate these appliances). It should be noted that the cottage is extremely small and also the two flights of stairs are very steep and with narrow treads. But, for us, the house was ideal and we would have no hesitation in returning when the sailing event returns to Looe in a few years’ time. The provision of a reserved space in the large Millpool car park was very welcome. Peter, the host, was helpful, responsive and communicative.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2026
Hi Colin, thanks for your great review, glad you enjoyed the cottage & Looe, we look forward to welcoming you back soon 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in a brilliant location. The cottage was perfect- very neat and tidy and had everything you could need. The beds were also really comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Really pleased you had a great stay Jen, thanks for reviewing!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
The property is a real home from home, with everything you would ever need. Over three floors , with ground floor kitchen, first floor lounge and shower room/toilet and second floor, double bedroom and bunk beds in other bedroom. Loads of cosy and homely touches. Very near the sea front and a variety of quirky and essential shops. The host is pro active in communication leading up to the stay, and answers any questions within minutes. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Thanks for your detailed response Christine, it will be a real help to future guests. Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable property in an ideal location in the harbour. Many amenities right on your doorstep.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2025
Thanks for a great review Keith, glad you had a good time & hope to see you back soon again. Kind regards, Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place with a strong sense of history right on the Quaysie

Excellent little place, full of character.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 February 2025
Thanks for the great review Simon, we hope you come back soon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbeatable location in the sweetest of Cornish coastal towns. We have never stayed in anywhere so convenient! The cottage is sweetly compact and the parking being included was a real bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2025
Thanks for the review Chrissy, glad you liked it! Hope we see you again soon Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved the location of the property, beach 1 minute walk, pubs and food as well, all in walking distance. Beautiful beaches, lovely coastal walks, Great little cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A clean apartment & great location.A perfect stay. Cheers Peter.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2025
Thanks Nigel, that's great to hear!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location for shops, pubs and restaurants

Nice little cottage in a great location for everything from pubs,shops,restaurants and walking
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2023
Thanks for years review Ian, we hope to welcome you back in the future. Kind regards, Peter
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another year, another great week in Looe. This property is in a quiet area but in the heart of everything and convenient to shops, pubs, restaurants, crabbing, harbour and beach. Great location for all including a family of 4 (like us).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2025
Glad you had a great week Andrew, thanks for the review 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage just minutes from the beach and all of East Looe. The cottage is immaculate and everything seems brand new. It was the perfect lication, quiet and secluded, but close to all. Ivstayed in March, so not everything was open, but there seems to be loads to do--fishing, crabbing, the beach, and boat tours, plus amusement arcades for the littles. I highly recommend Sandpipers for the perfect lovely holiday! One caveat, the stairs in the cottage are steep, so pack your good knees and a light suitcase.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2026
Thanks for the great review Susan, it will be very helpful to future guests! Glad you had a great stay and hope we see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cozy and well appointed cottage in an awesome location, literally steps from pubs, restaurants & shops. Peter was a very responsive host.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2025
Thanks for reviewing us Amanda, glad you had a great stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely cottage that was really close to the beach. We had a very comfortable stay and the cottage had all the amenities needed. It was great to have a kitchen and dining area as well as a separate lounge. Great to have free parking too . Good communication from the host prior to our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2025
Thanks for your detailed review Justine. It will be a great help to future guests. Glad you had a great time!

About the host

Hosted by Peter Corbett

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We have been coming to holiday in Cornwall ourselves for more years than we care to remember, initially in our younger years to surf on the North coast, although if surfing is your thing the South coast has plenty to offer with the rugged Whitsand Bay only a short drive along the coast.
We visit all year round & the beauty of Looe is...its open 365 days a year!!

Why they chose this property

We just love the area, including wonderful coastal walks & impressive variety of restaurants to rival any big city right on your doorstep.

What makes this property unique

We enjoy sitting out with a bottle of wine after a lovely day's sun on the beach.

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English, French, German, Spanish

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