Palm Court Retreats

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Polperro, Cornwall

From £250/night

Two gorgeous escapes for 4 or 12 (book one or both), 10 mins' walk from pretty Polperro, near Looe

Alfresco tub

Child friendly

Close to a beach

Dog friendly

Eco conscious

EV charging

Parking

Private garden

Walk to a pub

Walk to a shop

WiFi

Woodburner

In a subtropical garden on the quieter edge of Polperro are a pair of design-led hideaways that feel more Hamptons escape than classic Cornish cottage. The brand-new Lodge sleeps 4; all rustic wood-panelled warmth, breezy whites and playful Americana touches gathered from the owners’ travels – a suspended canoe being the quirkiest. The larger Palm Court sleeps 12 so is perfect for big gatherings or milestone celebrations, complete with a games room, pool table, kayak and surfboards. Whichever you book, you’ll get run of the gardens and hot tub, as only 1 unit is rented at a time. So let’s state the obvious here: if you book the Lodge you get masses of outdoor space to yourselves.

Pretty Polperro is just 10 minutes’ walk, with bakeries, delis and award-winning pasties; the nearest pub is a 3-minute wander, with more tucked around the harbour for live music and fresh seafood. Spend peaceful days on golden beaches or visit foodie Fowey and kayak down the river. Zip to the Eden Project or zipwire at Adrenaline Quarry. It’s heaven here in summer, but actually our favourite time to visit is out of season: fewer people, incredible sunsets, moody skies, sea swims and beach saunas. If you’re not bound by school holidays come then. The SW coastal path offers glorious walking year round, then you get to roll back here to pour a drink, light the woodburner and drop a record on. And if you’re a digital nomad, you’re in luck: there’s plenty of space to pull up a laptop so why limit your stay to a weekend?

Getting here: drive, or train to Looe (from mainline station Liskard) then taxi (10 mins)

Book this hideaway.

Surprise gift on arrival when you book with Kip!

“The colonial-style Palm Court was built by an American architect in the 1930s, its large wide steps and sweeping verandah channelling the Hamptons or New England. We’ve reflected this idea in its interiors, using natural materials – wood, bamboo and jute –  to create a calm, unified backdrop, layered with coffee-table books that invoke a glamorous holiday lifestyle (Ibiza, surfing), personal artefacts from around the world, and modern, bright colour pops of art, and discs by our favourite artists on the walls. We wanted it to be totally unique, and full of interesting, uplifting things. Palm Lodge echoes this breezy American sophistication, but combines it with the warmth of a cosy ranch-style cabin. Throughout there is a distinct nod to our love for Americana and to the iconic aesthetic of Ralph Lauren’s interiors. The kitchen’s white tongue and groove gives it such a clean fresh feel of being by the coast, but without a starfish or sailboat in sight!” Owner, Luca

My Kip favourites

She loves
“The palm trees at the front of the property, which instantly make you feel like you’re on holiday when you see them.”

We love
The various curated playlists, each perfect for a different holiday mood. Luca’s husband is a bigwig in the music industry so has impeccable taste.

You may not love
Min 3-7 nights and an additional cleaning fee & security deposit (see FAQ). The Court’s bunk room is cosy, best suited to children.

  • "We enjoyed a family holiday (6 adults and 5 children) in Palm Court. The house is absolutely beautiful with plenty of space! The hot tub and pool table were a massive hit. The beds were extremely comfortable with gorgeous bedding. The kitchen had everything we needed and we used the BBQ in the garden. We walked into the village most days which is so pretty. Luca has written out very helpful instructions with recommendations of beaches, shops, pubs etc. We walked along the coast to Talland Bay which was lovely. We also drove to Readymoney Cove which was fantastic - perfect for swimming and sand for digging in! Luca has been a wonderful host and we would highly recommend Palm Court." !

    Georgie, August

Sustainability.

Full recycling. Organic toiletries and cleaning products. EV charger. The Lodge was constructed using Passivhaus principles and has underfloor heating.

Surrounds.

  • Polperro has all the romance of a Cornish fishing village – narrow lanes, colourful cottages, a pretty harbour and salty-air pubs. The Blue Peter Inn is Luca’s favourite, all cheerful chaos and live music at weekends.
  • Dine at OXOX; stylish and modern but in a relaxed way (our favourite vibe). Order the lamb scrumpets with salsa verde, then the fig frangipane with Cornish clotted cream. Job done.
  • Walk the coastal path to Polruan – 6 miles of dramatic cliffs and big sea views. Or stroll easier stretches around Talland Bay; turquoise waters, an ice cream kiosk, and beach cafes selling ice-cold rose at sunset.
  • Lantic Bay is a showstopper of a beach. Expect a steep walk down, jaw-dropping views, and that delicious ‘secret cove’ feeling once you arrive.
  • Swim and sauna at Polkerris Beach, then refuel with fish & chips and a pint at the Rashleigh Inn.
  • Visit Fowey by ferry – hop across for riverside dining, independent shops and long lunches at spots like Appleton’s or Pintxo. Feels like a mini adventure without going far.
  • Take kids crabbing off Polperro’s harbour wall and on day trips to the Monkey Sanctuary, Adrenaline Quarry, Charlestown and the Eden Project. Or, simply to the beach at Looe; buckets and spades, picnics, paddling, kites, ice creams, your childhood revisited.

Details.

  • Houses for 12 and 2, side by side?
  • Palm Court
    • 6 bedrooms (ground floor: double + ensuite shower room; 1st floor: kingsize master + ensuite shower room; kingsize + ensuite bathroom with shower and tub; double, twin and bunk room all sharing family bathroom with shower/tub). Fully equipped kitchen including an 8-burner range oven, air fryer, fridge, juicer, ice machine and De Longhi bean-to-cup coffee machine. Utility room with washing machine and big freezer. 12-seater dining table. Lounge. Games room with pool table, Alexa, Sonos and large Smart TV. Garden with hot tub. 2 terraces with BBQ, alfresco dining, seating, firepit and sunloungers
    • 2 bedrooms (1 kingsize bedroom, 1 double bedroom, bathroom with shower, open-plan living area with fully equipped kitchen including air fryer, pot filler and cafetiere, lounge with woodburner, mezzanine nook for reading/space for an extra guest, Sonos, south-facing balcony, garden with hot tub, gas BBQ and firepit
  • Both have
  • Underfloor heating
  • Basic supplies
  • Welcome hamper
  • Toiletries by Land & Water
  • Board games, books, record player and vinyl
  • Kayak and surfboards to hire
  • WiFi and 4G
  • Baby cot and highchair to borrow
  • Private off-street parking (rare for Polperro) and EV charger
  • Walk to pubs, shops and pubs (3-10 mins)
  • Booking conditions: Palm Court: min 3 nights, except during main school holidays when it rises to 7 nights. Changeover any day except Sunday. Shorter stays are allowed if there is a gap in the calendar. All bookings are subject to a cleaning fee and security deposit, see FAQ.
  • Rememebr to pack: wellies/walking boots, beach towels, coats

Simple

30% deposit, with the balance due 8 weeks prior to stay.
Cancellations permitted 8+ weeks prior to stay, with deposit refunded minus a £40 processing fee.
No refunds if booking cancelled within 8 weeks of stay.
See our full booking Ts & Cs

FAQs.

In 3pm / out 10am. If there are not bookings either side of yours, you may be able to check in earlier / out later.

No, there’s a minimum of 3 nights, except during main school holidays when it rises to 7 nights. Changeover any day except Sunday. Shorter stays may be allowed if there is a gap in the calendar but min 2 nights.

Palm Lodge: a £150 cleaning fee will be added to all bookings. A £250 security deposit will be taken directly by the owner after booking. This will be refunded following your stay provided no costs are incurred..

Palm Court: a £250 cleaning fee will be added to all bookings and there is a a £750 security deposit.

 

 

Yes, there’s a gate which can be closed from the drive onto the road, but be aware there is a stream at the bottom where you park.

Yes, 1 dog is welcome in the Lodge, xx in Palm  Court. Dogs must be kept out of bedrooms and off furniture, and there is a charge of £50/dog/stay. Dog towels/ bowls are provided. IS THE GARDEN SECURE?

Not at the same time; only one house can be rented at a time unless it is by the same group.

A double mattress can be added to the mezzanine in the Lodge for an additional £75/stay, but there’s a max occupancy of 4 adults so this would suit a teen or older child.

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