Albany

About this property

Settled in an elevated position in West Looe, in Cornwall, rests this spectacular five-bedroom holiday home, Albany. Framing far-reaching views throughout the harbour, across the rooftops of East Looe and toward the glistening waters of the English Channel, whilst enjoying an elegant and quirky décor, Albany offers an idyllic base for a group of nine seeking a retreat to Cornwall, just steps away from the South West Coast Path. Follow the network of stone steps and ramps to reach this wonderful holiday home, where a delightful front patio with seating will greet you upon arrival, providing a truly lovely spot to enjoy an evening tipple with a view at the end of an action-packed day. Remove any coats and shoes in the hallway as you step inside before following the original wooden flooring through to the open-plan living/dining room, flooded with light welcomed in through the traditional bay windows, and putting your feet up to unwind on the plush chesterfield sofas, and watch the everchanging harbour views.  You also have the choice of Sky TV, Netflix, a variety of books, games and puzzles as well as a games console. Gather your guests together at the dining table as you prepare a range of tasty treats in the nearby kitchen, equipped with a range of facilities, including a handy dishwasher to help with the cleaning; uncork a chilled bottle of wine and recount the days adventures as you indulge. In the evening, take advantage of your peaceful coastal surroundings with your favourite tipple in hand, or escape the excitement and indulge in a blissful soak amongst the bubbles in the elegant roll-top bath. For those guests that would prefer a quick rinse, the stylish shower room on the second-floor is equipped with a walk-in shower cubicle. Boasting five well-presented bedrooms, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to resting your head, with two super-king-size rooms settled on the first-floor, one benefiting from access to it's own TV and the other offering a flexible zip/link feature, whilst the single bedroom offers a day bed, ideal for both couples, families and friends sharing. Two additional super-king-size bedrooms can be found alongside the study on the second-floor, one offering a flexible zip/link feature. A short walk from your doorstep will bring you into the heart of Looe, where you'll find all of your local amenities, including a fabulous selection of eateries, ranging from traditional pubs to hearty cafes and elegant restaurants, along with a collection of high-street and independent shops. Be sure to pack your costume and head to the glorious sands of East Looe Beach to spend a fun-filled afternoon paddling the shores or building castles, or embark on a two-footed adventure along the South West Coast Path to marvel at the Pen and Limmicks Rocks decorating the seafront. Whilst you're in the area, be sure to plan a boat trip to Looe Island, home to a marine nature reserve accessible only via official trip organizers, and catch sight of the precious wildlife that inhabits the landscape. For more coastal adventures, travel south to Polperro, where you'll find turquoise blue waters, golden sands and a picture-perfect fishing village. Experience the best of Cornwall with a staycation at Albany.

Given that East Looe is Cornwall's second-largest fishing port, the quay area of East Looe is always bustling with activity. This route connects East and West Looe. There are plenty of tourist shops in West Looe, while East Looe has narrow cobbled streets and a beautiful harbour outlook. One of Looe's best views is from Banjo Pier, which can be reached by foot at low tide. Due to its safe shallow swimming and large expanse of sand, Looe Beach is a favourite with families. Hannafore also has a great rock pool area for kids. The mining landscape of Bodmin Moor and the Tamar Valley is part of the World Heritage Site of Cornwall. Some of Bodmin Moor's legends are linked to King Arthur, including Daphne du Maurier's work.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

4 bedrooms: 1 x second-floor super-king-size with TV, 1 x super-king-size with TV (zip/link, can be twin on request); 1 x first-floor super-king-size TV bed with Tempur mattress, 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x single day bed and TV available upon request to take it to 9 people.

Bathroom with roll-top bath, shower over, handheld shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Second-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Living/dining room.

Second-floor study.

External utility

Central heating.

Electric oven, induction hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Slow Cooker.

4 x TV's, soundbar, Bluetooth speaker, ultrafast WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair available and travel cot on request only.

Bike storage.

Front patio with furniture and rear courtyard.

One small/medium well behaved dog considered purely on an enquiry basis.

No smoking.

Shop <0.5 miles, pub <0.5 miles, beach 0.5 miles, sandy beach less than 1 mile or 0.5 miles by the foot ferry.

Note: The property is accessed by a combination of stone steps and ramps that may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.

Note: There is no parking at the property, however, there should be a temporary space for unloading/loading on arrival/departure, the owner has one reserved parking space for guests at the Millpool car park, half a mile walk away.

Note: The fridge/freezer & washing machine are in the external utility.

Note: There is a 2-person sea canoe that you are welcome to use at your own risk.

Oars, seat-backs and large life jackets are in the external utility.

Please note: No stag, hen, or similar parties of under 25s.