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Traditional 19th century fisherman’s 2 bed cottage, sleeps 4. Dogs welcome.

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Our sunny alley,just yards from Fowey's busy main street
Spacious sofa in living area, with fairly lit lime and slate feature wall
We are the founders of the popular Love Fowey website
The jacuzzi bathand power shower
A selection of books and board games

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Fowey, ENG
  • Place, Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fowey River Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fowey Estuary
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Traditional 19th century fisherman’s 2 bed cottage, sleeps 4. Dogs welcome.

1 Albert Place is over 200 years old. Originally a fisherman’s cottage, it is nestled a stone’s throw from the water’s edge, right in the heart of Fowey. Set off the main street down a private alleyway, it is easily accessible to all amenities and just 3 miles from the world famous Eden Project.

You also have 10% discount from Fowey River Hire.

Want to bring the dog? That's fine with us.

Planning a trip with the children? We can organise babysitters for you.

Lovingly restored by the current owners, it features an original slate and lime wall, lit with fairy lights, as well as slate tile flooring. Modern features include underfloor heating.

The property is lit with vintage marine lights.

You are 10 seconds from the Spar (Fowey’s mini-market) and minutes from all of Fowey’s shops, pubs and restaurants.

We do not have our own parking space but Albert Quay car park is next door.

The living area downstairs is an open plan kitchen and living room, with a corner sofa and 4 seat dining table as well a We have BT superfast fibre broadband installed - the best you can get in Cornwall! There is also a landline phone for use of guests as well as a TV, DVD player - plus books and games for both children and adults.

The well equipped kitchen has an oven, hob, fridge freezer, washing machine and microwave as well as kettle, toaster and cafetiere.

Bedroom one has a double bed with Egyptian cotton bedding, chest of drawers, bedside cabinets and hanging space. The second bedroom has adult sized bunk beds, as well as children's books and toys. There is also a travel cot.

The alley outside is private and used only by one adjoining properties, but can also be use to store bikes or pushchairs.

We have several toys and board games and the property is great for families and friends as well as couples.

Being so central means it's an ideal base for young families offering a degree of independence for children. For couples you never have to walk very far to get home!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Babysitting service offered plus books and games
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
We are happy to take dogs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is an alleyway outside

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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fowey

Located in Fowey, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Fowey Estuary, while Fowey River Gallery and Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Eden Project and Fowey Aquarium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fowey Aquarium - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fowey Tourist Information Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fowey River Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fowey Estuary - 6 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Par Station - 16 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Havener's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Safe Harbour Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The New Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sunny Spice - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cornish Bakery - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional 19th century fisherman’s 2 bed cottage, sleeps 4. Dogs welcome. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Traditional 19th century fisherman’s 2 bed cottage, sleeps 4. Dogs welcome.?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Traditional 19th century fisherman’s 2 bed cottage, sleeps 4. Dogs welcome. on 12 May 2026 start from NZ$287, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Traditional 19th century fisherman’s 2 bed cottage, sleeps 4. Dogs welcome.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Traditional 19th century fisherman’s 2 bed cottage, sleeps 4. Dogs welcome.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional 19th century fisherman’s 2 bed cottage, sleeps 4. Dogs welcome.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional 19th century fisherman’s 2 bed cottage, sleeps 4. Dogs welcome. located?

This family-friendly Fowey cottage is located by the sea, steps away from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Fowey River Gallery and Fowey Aquarium. Fowey Tourist Information Centre and Fowey Town Quay Landing are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie L.

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

The perfect weekend bolthole

Just had an amazing Easter break, the most incredibly convenient central location but quietly tucked away. Everything in the house and already planning our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

liz j.

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

Perfect location for us

Perfect location and size for us. So pleased to be able to bring the dog too! Had everything we needed and very central and yet tucked away.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine H.

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

Location, Location, Location!

Lovely cottage in a quiet road just off the main high street. Amazing bakery opposite. Ideal location to explore the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

louise r.

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

Lovely central cottage

Tiny cottage, but lovley & right in the heart of beautiful fowey
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donya T.

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

Holidays 2 Adults 2 kids 2.5years old

Great location in Fowey. Easy to find with all the describes. Nice town. We spend a lovely Holidays there.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Thank you Donya, so glad you enjoyed your stay - Sinead
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10/10 Excellent

Jo R.

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

Excellent location

Our second stay at Albert Place. Can't beat the location, so central for everything. Cottage had all that we needed for our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Liza D.

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

Happy place

Lovely location . Everything you need , the only down side is the noise from the hotel kitchen at night time . Which is right next to our bedroom window . Otherwise perfect .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jim b.

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

Cute cottage right in the centre of town

Charming house - living the underfloor heating- a bit of a tucked away in the middle of town - we were a bit worried that the workmen refurbishing the shop next to the house were going to be noisy but it turns out all the noise was them singing (very tuneful as it turned out but fortunately they packed up by 5pm A bit of a walk to find some grass fir Bonnie but once that was figured out, no problem A lot of Fowey seemed to be being refitted or decorated, but enough was open to survive Nice touches in the house - appreciated the little bottles of soap and washing up liquid and a real bonus to have the Quay bakery so closeHad a great time and would recommend to everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth S.

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

Great Location

Cosy bolthole in the middle of Fowey :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paige S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Alright stay

Great location, great price, lovely hosts. but quite a bit of negatives. Quite a bit broken or not working: bath is jacuzzi however couldn't get the jacuzzi buttons to work at all which was really gutting as we couldn't go to the hotel and use the spa due to covid. Shower holder and pole has cracks in which made it fall off while undoing the lever to move the shower head up and down down pole. Few handles are broken or fallen off already, hinge for cupboard in kitchen under sink has gone really rusty and fallen off completely when opened. Fridge and microwave wasn't clean, highly recommended the hosts to buy a plug for the sink in bathroom to stop things falling down it, (I didn't drop anything, just and idea) bath really really needs a bath mat!!! Safety reasons. And a hair trap plug or cover can be brought cheap just to put over the bath plug when women wash their hair. Over all cleanliness wasn't wasn't high standard and even more so with times at the moment with covid that it should be spotless! Need a bit of love and care on the house decoration, such as paint and raising damp on all walls, where the walls are peeling it's all over the floors, however it looks like it's been on the floor for quite a while before we arrived to stay which realky should be hovered or dusted up.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 February 2023
Hello Paige, I am sorry you did not enjoy your stay, I would have been able to help with some of your issues if you had let me know during yhour stay? 1) Yes, the jacuzzi bath is broken which is why we no longer include it in the descriptions. We have been hunting for a part and someone to fit it for some time now but have sadly been unsuccessful. 2) Fowey Hall Hotel's pool is closed as they are installing a new 25m pool. We did make this clear in the Welcome Pack. 3) the shower and plug have been fixed after the cleaner let us know they were broken 4) good idea, we now have a hair trap cover and bath mat 5) We will fix the kitchen cupboard, we had not realised it was broken 6) I am sorry you did not find it clean. If you had let me know this could have been rectified immediately. Photos are always really useful too. 7) It is a 200 year old cottage by the sea, this is why we provide a dehumidifier in winter. The flaking on some parts of the wall is a constant issue, we need to tackle a few trouble spots every year. This is common in old seaside cottages. Yours, Sinead
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susannah D.

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

Fab location, great value for money

amazing location right in the heart of Fowey. Lovely little cottage, everything clean and amazing welcome pack. Would definitely return
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Annmarie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location in beautiful Fowey

Fantastic central location off the main Street, quiet, quaint. Small and tidy fisherman cottage. Comfortable.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara A.

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

Great everything on your doorstep

Loved staying here, there is so much to do in Fowey and the surrounding area and staying here we were right in the centre. Would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

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

Fantastic Fowey

Lovely little cottage in an absolute prime location in the centre of Fowey. Warm and comfortable, well equipped with nice touches such as fresh bread and fudge. Fowey is beautiful and recommend dinner out at Fitzroy, swimming at Readymoney Cove and the ferry across to Polruan to hike to Lantic Bay. Will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Lovely little house, perfect location

Everything was great, lovely property and a perfect location to enjoy the whole of Fowey. No parking but not an issue as easy to get long stay parking close by. Would definitely book again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

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

Great Cottage

Really Central to Shops and Restaurants and a lovely place to stay.We had a lovely Hoilday and would come back here Again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

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

Very happy stay

The cottage was clean, warm and homely and perfectly suited our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jo e.

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

great place

A very enjoyable stay in Fowey close to shops, cafes and pubs. Had everything we needed.
Verified

8/10 Good

JULIE B.

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

Relaxing Fowey break

Easy to rent through home away. Exactly as described. Minor things, like the towels in the twin room and the bath mat should be larger. Great being so central and car parking very easy.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thanks, we will look into your comments. Sinead
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra W.

A lovely little place

Cozy and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malene K.

Great little cottage in central Fowey

Has everything you need for a stay. Great communication from the owner. Very central location. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen T.

A mix of charming & quirky, pretty cottage, great location near a wonderful bakery!

Our family of 3 plus a little dog, stayed at Number One Albert Place for a week from Oct-Nov 2018. The cottage is in a great location (if you are happy to forego a river view) and is comfortable with everything you need for a self-catering holiday. Contrary to another visitor's comments, the cottage was pretty clean when we arrived - though to be fair at the end of the season after a busy summer, we would forgive a property if it was a little "tired"- so Albert Cottage needed some light bulbs replacing and some of the internal doors don't close, but not holiday spoilers in our view as I'm sure the owner will be checking over the property before the next busy season. In a former life this property was a fisherman's cottage and the owners have made a great job of updating it to the quirky, charming and pretty college it now is. We had a lovely holiday - thank you Sinaed, Nick & family PS 4 out of 5 only because for us, we missed the view & having a locking bathroom door (so it doesn't open when the front door does!) - but it was our choice to compromise! We did also notice in the bathroom cabinet that there was a door bolt waiting to be fitted so that glitch will soon be sorted :)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
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8/10 Good

David W.

Great location close to everything

We really enjoyed our 4 weeks at 1 Albert Place. The cottage was just right for us and was close to all the shops and pubs. We love visiting Fowey and living in the middle of town was great. We also made good use of the free access to the Fowey Hall swimming pool, which came with the rental.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2018
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2/10 Terrible

Adrian C.

Tired downstairs and grubby

Photos look great for property but reality somewhat different. Floor in kitchen needed a good scrub (sticky to the soles of your feet). Bin under sink filthy inside and out with previous occupants rubbish left for us. Freezer in fridge so iced up it was unusable, and needed defrosting. One of the stools at table has a broken seat. The settee was uncomfortable and has come apart. Upstairs we found the double bed very uncomfortable and we slept on top of the quits rather than the thin mattress on the metal bed frame. Should have been much nicer.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Beautiful spot - in lovely Fowey

Cosy small cottage in beautiful Fowey - bang in the centre of Fowey. The small quiet alley away from the main street was the perfect lace to sit and read and relax. We stayed a week and only had two trips during our stay, Land's End and the Eden project. Recommendations: Sunday lunch and Cream tea at the Fowey hotel - fantastic food and great view. The small cosy beach - 15 min. from the cottage. Lovely pubs - 5 min. walk from the cottage. Book parking at Caffa Mill parking lot - 10 min. walk. Book in one weeks advance(public car park run by Cornwall Gov.). Don't forget to take the ferry to Bodinick and walk the Hall walk to Polruan. We had Cornish Pasties everyday for lunch - just baked across the street. Will absolutely come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Sinead Hanks

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Unlike most second home owners in Fowey, we love it so much we live here too and have excellent local knowledge. Our useful links with local businesses mean that if we can't help, will know someone who can.

We (Nick and Sinead) moved to Fowey in 2011. Sinead had spent an idyllic childhood here - after-school evenings on the beach, sand in her hair and dodgy tales of Gossips ‘nightclub’. Nick (though it was hardly his fault) grew up in Hampshire.

Both moved to London to find their fortunes, Sinead as a press officer, working with charities and social entrepreneurs, Nick as a journalist (Daily Mail, Guardian, Times Magazine, Radio Times) and author (Dalek I Loved You). After meeting over a love of karaoke and pub quizzes, they waved goodbye to the city for Fowey with their baby daughter, Regan (named after John Thaw’s character in The Sweeney), so she too could have afternoons on a beach. Fortunately for them, Gossips had shut down.

Together they set up the popular Love Fowey website which promotes the town, and Nick also runs the Any Old Lights vintage marine lighting shop next to the church.

We are closely involved with local activities including the Community Bus, Squires Field Community Centre, Regatta Week and Fowey Christmas Market




Why they chose this property

After returning to Fowey in 2011, we stayed with Sinead's mum, also in Fowey, desperately looking for somewhere to live. No easy task, as we were looking for somewhere old yet full of character.

And as soon as we saw Albert Place, we knew we had found it. Neglected and in dire need of some love and care, yet we could immediately see how beautiful and cosy it could be. Many months and restoration from skilled local builders and specialists later, we moved in with our three year old daughter in 2012.

We include 'before and after' shots' in our Welcome Pack so you can see how far we have come!

By 2015, another wee one arrived and we had outgrown our little cottage - however we still live in Fowey and loved our time at 1 Albert Place, bang in the middle of town - the ‘Soho’ of Fowey!




What makes this property unique

You are so ridiculously close to all amenities - 10 seconds from Fowey's main shop and just minutes from all the pubs and restaurants. Yet tucked down an alley you can get away from it all!


You have use of the Fowey Hall Hotel swimming pool and hot tub and are just three miles from the world famous Eden Project

300 years of history means that the place has a traditional, cosy feel to it yet also includes underfloor heating and a whilrlpool bath.

It is a unique property in a very special part of Cornwall.

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