Palm Court

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Polperro, Cornwall

From £595/night

A 1930s colonial-style house with huge gardens, a pool table & a hot tub; 10 mins' walk from pretty Polperro (6 bedrooms, sleeps 12)

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

An American architect built Palm Court in the 1930s, giving it wide steps up to a sweeping verandah, palm trees out front and a huge subtropical garden on the quieter edge of Polperro. It feels more Hamptons than fishing village, yet the real thing is just 10 minutes’ walk away: an old smugglers’ haunt of colour-washed cottages and narrow lanes tumbling down to a tiny harbour. Beyond this, the coastal path runs out along the cliffs. Inside, natural materials meet coffee-table books, artefacts from far-flung trips and bright art, with a nod to Americana throughout. Six bedrooms and 4 bathrooms mean 12 can spread out happily, with no queuing for a shower – plus there’s an additional lodge on-site, sleeping 4, if you have more guests than bedrooms.

Outside, 2 terraces, sunloungers, a firepit and a BBQ will fill the hours between outings – but expect a scramble for the hot tub at dusk. In a group this size, everyone wants something different, and Polperro obliges. Children can dangle crabbing lines off the harbour wall while the more intrepid brave the steep path down to Lantic Bay for that secret-cove feeling. Swim at Polkerris and warm up in the beach sauna, take the ferry to Fowey for a long lunch and kayaking, or lose a day at the Eden Project. At weekends, there’s excellent live music at the Blue Peter Inn on the harbour or just walk to the nearest pub for a pint; 3 mins away!

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

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“When we bought the house, we decided to reflect the Hampton-style exterior in its interiors, using natural materials – wood, bamboo and jute –  to create a calm backdrop that invokes a glamorous holiday lifestyle. We added personal artefacts from around the world, and modern, bright colour pops of art, plus discs by our favourite artists on the walls. We wanted it to be totally unique, and full of interesting, uplifting things. We love spending time here ourselves, and love sharing it with guests.” 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 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.

  • Lantic Bay (Visit Cornwall)
  • Fowey via Unsplash
    Fowey via Unsplash
  • Polperro
  • Eden Project via Unsplash
    Eden Project via Unsplash
  • Fowey
    Fowey
  • Polkerris Sauna
    Polkerris Sauna
  • Polperro via Unsplash
    Polperro via Unsplash
  • Charlestown via Unsplash
    Charlestown via Unsplash
  • 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.

  • House within tropical gardens, with private parking (like gold dust in this area!)
  • 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 with sofas
  • 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
  • Private off-street parking (rare for Polperro) and EV charger
  • Underfloor heating
  • Basic supplies and a 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
  • Dogs on request
  • Walk to pubs, shops and pubs (3-10 mins)
  • Booking conditions: 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.
  • Remember 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. These terms also apply to any booking amendments or date changes.

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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.

There’s a £250 cleaning fee, which will be taken by the owner after booking.

A security deposit of £750 will also be taken, and this will be refunded following your stay provided no costs are incurred.

 

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.

Dogs are on request – at a cost of £50 per stay, and subject to house rules. Please enquire if you want to bring a dog.

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

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