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Captains Cottage At Mixtow Creek

Fowey (1.5mls NE), Cornwall
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Waterside views
Complex of properties
Open fire / wood burner
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Luxury
Family friendly
Quirky
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Self-contained wing of period residence, sleeping 3+1 with water views from many rooms
  • Array of stunning original features alongside contemporary comforts
  • Perfectly placed on a public footpath and with amenities close by with access to a shared, private pontoon - perfect for boating and kayaking
Overview
Property code: 73076

Perfectly situated on the banks of the River Fowey, the property is close to the ancient port of Fowey. The coastal village of Polruan is a short drive away, with a passenger ferry linking the two. Only slightly further afield, days out can include trips to Looe and Polperro to the east, and Mevagissey to the west. Pretty Lostwithiel is also well worth a visit and here you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to boutique interior shops and antiques emporiums. Walkers will be in their element due to direct access onto a public footpath, and the South West Coast Path nearby. Other attractions accessible from here include the Eden Project, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Charlestown and numerous National Trust properties.

Stepping inside this unique property into the entrance hallway. Kick off your shoes and enter the beautiful and light open plan kitchen/lounge/diner with stunning estuary views from the French windows and across your veranda. This great multifunctional room boasts a TV, DVD and wood burner, and offers cosy sofa seating, alongside a dining and kitchen area. The kitchen itself is well equipped and offers an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Completing the ground floor facilities there is a useful separate WC. Heading up the stairs you will find the stunning bedrooms, the first of which is a spacious king-size with lovely estuary views. The other bedroom is an attractive single bedroom with an additional single pull out bed (which can be used to accommodate an additional guest). Located at the rear of the property there is a beautifully appointed bathroom with shower over the bath and WC.

Stepping out of the French doors you will find a delightful riverside terrace looking out over the Veranda  and the stunning Fowey estuary with garden furniture providing the perfect place for alfresco dining. There is shared pontoon onto the estuary for guests use. Private off-road parking for two cars is provided. (The veranda is designated for the sole use of Captains Cottage, however, occupants of the other properties have access along the side of the veranda in order to access their properties).

  • 2 Bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 single with an additional single pull out bed suitable for 1 child
  • Sleeps 3+1
  • 1 Bathroom with shower over bath with WC and 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • Access to shared outside utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Electric and central heating included
  • TV/DVD in the lounge area
  • Wood burner (First basket of logs included from October until March)
  • Private off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Guests can book boats in advance from Fowey River Boat Hire (details provided), and boats can be delivered to Kit’s House pontoon ready for you to use on the river.
  • Beach 3 miles, pub and shop 1.5 miles
  •  The access road to the property is down a narrow farm lane
  • Arrival: 18:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Samantha Collins

This property is personally managed by Samantha.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by len 10th February 2024

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The cottage is very well furnished and very comfortable. Access to the river and the use of the pontoon is a major advantage as is the car parking arrangements. Staff at Holiday Cottages were extremely helpful. Our stay was very enjoyable and we look forward to returning.

Reviewed by David 23rd October 2023

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Clean, well equipped, excellent views. We liked it.

Reviewed by Graham 30th September 2023

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The property had fabulous views of the river Fowey as it overlooks moorings for yachts and power boats. It was amazingly quiet and peacefully.

Reviewed by Ginette 16th September 2023

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Lovely view of the river and boats from the bedroom and terrace. Good for watching the world go by. Very peaceful location, worth the very narrow and steep lane to the house.

Reviewed by Joanna 9th September 2023

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A lovely comfortable cottage in a very peaceful location. This s our second stay and we love it.

Reviewed by Anna 26th August 2023

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Reviewed by Jenny 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by david 8th July 2023

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Second time we stayed lovely place,thank you

Reviewed by Andrew 10th June 2023

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Lovely cottage for those wishing a relaxing holiday away from the buzz. Superb waterfront location.

Reviewed by Liz 20th May 2023

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Great cottage in a great location. The Terrace is wonderful for boats and people watching the kitchen has everything you need in the master bedroom has the view that everybody will argue over. We hired a boat and we didnt use the car once. I would really recommend the Fishermans Arms in Golent And the king of Prussia in the square the staff were amRead moreazing, the food was good, and the weather was perfect Hide

Reviewed by Christopher 13th May 2023

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Lovely little cottage, ideal for a couple..peaceful and fabulous view from bedroom. We enjoyed eating and having drinks on the patio. There is a China clay factory to the right of the property, but certainly does detract from the view of the inlet and moored boats. The cottage had a lovely little welcome pack and a good supply of crockery & pots & Read morepans. If you don't like driving down narrow lanes its possibly not the place for you, that aside its not too busy. All in all a lovely little place Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 3rd February 2023

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Wonderful location, loved the peace, the terrace for breakfast in the morning sun and the fact we could walk out from the property to catch the ferries across the water and back.

Reviewed by Hayley 5th November 2022

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A beautiful, remote holiday destination. Would definitely recommend and will hopefully stay again.

Reviewed by Joanna 24th September 2022

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Had a really relaxing, peaceful holiday- was so comfortable and love the views of the river. Great being able to moor our boat on the pontoon- got used to going out and about around tide times and it really wasnt a problem. Will definitely book again.

Reviewed by Sarah 6th August 2022

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This is a stunning location. A constantly-changing canvas viewed from the verandah.. WiFi problems mentioned in an earlier review were sorted. The house is pretty well set up... but... as 2 single friends who had split the cost, the difference between the 2 bedrooms was a problem: One magnificent, the other dull, single and sparse. In the end, we aRead moregreed to swap mid-week. Although the view is only on one side of the house, more could be done to make the smaller room into pretty double. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 18th June 2022

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Great holiday and fab views! Great to have a welcome pack which includes fudge, biscuits, chocolate and treats. It was great to also have a cleaning pack with a dishcloth, washing up liquid and dishwasher tablets so no need to bring these. Washing area was really useful too. Wifi was terrible and could not be used -had to use 4G. Hire a boat, but yRead moreou can not go too far when the tides are low, so maybe only 3 days is needed if a low tide, maybe a water taxi is better/cheaper? Comfy sunchairs Hide

Reviewed by Karen 11th June 2022

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Fantastic views

Reviewed by Malcolm 21st May 2022

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nice place to stay a very nice welcolm package lovely views

Reviewed by Sheila 7th May 2022

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Very well equipped (apart from the t.v. not working) and beds exceptionally comfortable. We have stayed here about 7 times in the past and were surprised by the alterations to bathroom but it all worked well. The views are still to die for.

Reviewed by Martine 23rd April 2022

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Reviewed by Rachael 16th April 2022

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We absolutely loved staying in Captains Cottage, Kits House! The location being the opposite side of the river from Fowey meant that it was very quiet and was perfect if youre looking to relax. The decor was lovely and we really enjoyed reading about the history of one of its previous owners. We found the house well equipped, clean and enjoyed mixiRead moreng with the other visitors in the other part of the house. We definitely will return again. Hide

Reviewed by Kerry 9th April 2022

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Stayed at Captains Cottage in April 22 Wonderful location Superb vistas Friendly and help full holiday managers if you need assistance Felt homely and welcoming Equipped very well Quiet location River Views of Mixtow and Fowey Maurice (Boat Hire) wonderful friendly helpful man Only thing I think this cottage requires in either 2 Single Beds or a smRead moreall double this would make this Cottage a 10/10 for me Im looking forward to returning very soon Kerry Winner Hide

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