Fowey Cottages by the Sea

Harbour Views and Coastal Holiday Cottages in Fowey

Fowey is a historic Cornish town with colourful waterfront buildings, a busy harbour and narrow streets leading down to the river. Its coastal holiday homes include traditional cottages near the town centre, harbour apartments and properties with sea views across the estuary. Readymoney Cove is within walking distance, while the surrounding coastline has several smaller beaches and coastal paths to explore.

Fowey Harbour, Readymoney Cove and Coastal Walks

Fowey’s waterfront is lined with shops, cafés and restaurants, while the harbour is popular for sailing and river cruises. Passenger ferries connect the town with Polruan across the estuary, and the nearby Hall Walk follows woodland paths overlooking the river.

Readymoney Cove is a sheltered sandy beach south of the town centre, with toilets and a seasonal café. The South West Coast Path continues past St Catherine’s Castle towards Gribbin Head, with views across St Austell Bay.

Further east along the Cornish coast, Polperro is a traditional fishing village with a small harbour and narrow streets. If you’re considering another coastal destination, explore our selection of harbour cottages and coastal accommodation in Polperro.

St Catherine’s Castle, Nearby Villages and Places to Visit

St Catherine’s Castle overlooks the entrance to Fowey Harbour. Built during the reign of Henry VIII, the small coastal fortress can be reached on foot from Readymoney Cove.

Across the river, Polruan has a historic harbour, traditional cottages and access to the South West Coast Path. Further inland, the Eden Project is a popular attraction, with its large biomes containing plants from around the world.

Looe is another seaside town worth visiting, with a sandy beach, working fishing harbour and a good selection of shops and restaurants. Browse our coastal holiday cottages in Looe if you’d prefer to stay in a larger fishing town with a family-friendly beach.

For more places to stay along Cornwall’s coastline, explore our collection of Cornwall beach cottages and sea view holidays, including properties around St Mawes, Falmouth and Porthleven.