Sorry - no pets allowed Not suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Recently refurbished part of The Old Cornish Museum this one bedroom self-catering apartment has everything one needs for a comfortable stay at any time of year. Central heating will keep you warm in winter and the massive stone walls will keep you cool in summer. The apartment has been furnished to a high standard but we have also kept it simple and uncluttered. Quality towels and cotton bedding is provided so you need only bring your personal belongings and a laptop if you want to connect via our Broadband Wi-fi connection.
The apartment is located only moments from the sandy beach so beach barbeques are a real possibility while shoes can be abandoned. Since all the shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes are huddled together in the medieval part of town close by; the car can also be abandoned. Almost no cars means a quiet and peaceful location, particularly at night. Low light pollution makes this part of Cornwall a wonderful place for the romantic pastime of star gazing.
Sunset by the Banjo.
East Looe beach.
Sitting area.
Dining/kitchen area.
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The West Country / Cornwall region
South Cornwall - reckoned to be Britain's most beautiful and interesting coastline - is a land of steep wooded rocky chines which lead inland from the sea along stream and river valleys. Villages spill down these craggy inlets to the water where there is often to be found an old fishing harbour, always massively defended against the rolling Atlantic winter storms, and in today's more gentle political climate usually home to yachts and fishing boats, rather than the sea-rivers, smugglers and wreckers of yore.
Mewing buzzards ride ladders of air above the craggy igneous Cornish landscape, as farmers work their herds in what is the balmiest climate in the British Isles, due to the gentle wash of the Gulf Stream along its shores. The local history is rich: the Spanish Armada may have failed in its mission, but South Cornwall saw the only successful invasion since William the Conqueror when the Spaniards briefly invaded the county.
The little-known Stannary Parliament at nearby Liskeard, which gave the tin-miners a large degree of self-rule, last sat in 1572, and the picturesque and haunting ruins of tin-mines still dot the uncompromisingly rugged but utterly beautiful landscape. The "Cornish Alps" are testimony to the once-great china clay industry, and stories of the sea - lifeboat heroes, sea-going villains and naval battles - dominate this once-remote region.
Surfing, crabbing, shark-fishing, lobster-fishing and scuba-diving are now the main activities in waters where revenue-men and smugglers and units of the Royal Navy and Napoleon's fleet once contended with cutlass and cannon.
Looe / East Looe area
East Looe centres on its broad sandy beach, with the distinctive Banjo Pier, a new Lifeboat station and St. Mary's Church. Stretching back from here is a grid of narrow streets forming the main business area of the town, packed with many small shops, restaurants and pubs, and the Old Guildhall, now a museum. Along the estuary lies the quay, with several fish dealers. Towards the bridge lies the Victorian Guildhall, and just north of the bridge the railway station. This is the terminus of the Looe Valley branch line to Liskeard.
Along the cliffs to the east is Plaidy beach, and past there is the bay and village of Millendreath with another beach. Inland lies the famous Woolly monkey sanctuary.
Looe remains a fishing town, and several fish dealers operate from the docks of East Looe. With its fleet of small fishing boats returning their catches to port daily, Looe has a reputation for producing excellent fresh fish. The town is also a centre for shark fishing, and is the home of the Shark Angling Club of Great Britain.
Other local attractions include the beaches, sailing, fishing and diving, and spectacular coastal walks (especially that via Talland to Polperro. In the area are several stately homes, including Antony House, Cotehele, Mount Edgcumbe, and Lanhydrock House, as well as the Eden Project near St Austell.
Outside the busy summer months, the town remains a centre for shopping and entertainment for local villages. There is a tradition of the townsfolk wearing fancy dress on New Year's Eve, when the streets throng with revellers in inventive outfits. Looe is in the top 10 places in the UK to celebrate New Year
How to get there
By road:
Easy and quick. Just 40 miles from Exeter along the Devon Expressway (the continuation of the M5) you cross the Tamar Bridge, the gateway to South East Cornwall. The A38 continues westwards, providing swift access to Looe. You could be parking your car an hour after passing Exeter!
Approximate journey times by car from:
Birmingham : 3 hours 40 mins Bristol : 2 hours 30 mins Leeds : 5 hours 50 mins London : 4 hours 50 mins Manchester : 5 hours Reading : 4 hours Southampton : 3 hours 25 mins Dover : 5 hours 45 mins
By rail:
Plymouth - Penzance line provides regular services to Liskeard and the Looe branch line service from Liskeard gives access to East Looe.
National Express operates express coach services to Liskeard from departure points all over Britain, including airports. These include a regular service from London Victoria and Heathrow Airport. Call 08705 80 80 80.
By air:
Fly to Plymouth from a number of airports in England, Scotland, Channel Islands, Ireland and France. Fly to Newquay from a number of airports in England, Scotland, Channel Islands, Ireland and France. Fly to Exeter from just about anywhere.
By sea:
Sail from Santander in spain or Roscoff in France with Brittany Ferries.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Plymouth: 35 km
Railway:
Looe station
Ferry:
Plymouth: 35 km
Activities near Looe
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Good nightlife Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, Wi-fi available
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge
Rooms:
Bedrooms (1), Bathrooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 3, Lounge seating for 3, Sleeps maximum of 2
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Further details indoors: Bedroom: Bedroom with double bed, side tables with lights, bedside rugs and wardrobe, hair dryer. Bathroom: Bath with shower over, WC, sink,luxury towels. Kitchen: Fitted kitchen area with oven, hob, extractor, toaster, coffee machine, kettle, fridge, cookware, crockery, glassware etc. Lounge/dining room: Double sofa-bed, TV, DVD player, stereo system. Linen: Towels and linen are included. Laundry and cleaning services are not available. Notes on accommodation: The apartment has gas-fired central heating.
Further details outdoors: Parking. When you first arrive. It is possible to drive to the property to drop your cases but the roads are extremely narrow. The Millpool car park. This is the only car park in Looe for visitors. All the other car parks require special permits. To get there cross Looe bridge, follow the road in the direction of Polperro, drive a short distance up the hill and take the second turning on the right. This is a Council run Pay and Display car park that only takes £1 and £2 coins. Make sure you have enough coins to hand since the local shops are not able to supply change. The cost is around £24 for a week.
Conditions
The apartment is on the first floor so may not be suitable for the old or infirm. A 30% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm booking with the balance due one month before arrival. Payment can be made online with any major credit card.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
A 30% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm booking with the balance due one month before arrival.
Payment can be made online with any major credit card.
Guestbook
Just wanted to say that Liz and I had a great stay in your new place, we think it is an excellent location and has everything we needed.
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