The Bolthole
The Bolthole is a fantastic two bedroom property in Fowey, with stunning views over the river. The cottage has recently been refurbished making it clean and comfortable. Given it's great location, it is the perfect base for couples or families to explore Fowey, and further in Cornwall.
Take in the sights and watch the boats go by while sitting on the front terrace, relax in the open plan living space on the comfy sofas by the log burner, or enjoy peaceful drinks on the rear patio.
The Bolthole is a 150 yard walk from Caffa Mill car park, and the cottage is elevated from the road, opposite the slipway. At the front of the cottage there is a terrace with seating and fantastic water views.
The living room has comfy sofas where you can watch the boats on the river or snuggle round the log burner. The open plan living space has a table with room for 4 to enjoy meals and relax and talk. Our compact kitchen and roomy utility has everything you could need, along with a stylish electric Aga.
To the rear of the house there are steps leading up to a patio, where you can enjoy a private space against the Cornish cliff walls.
New for 2024 - The Mini Bolthole.
At the rear of the cottage, head up the stairs in the cliffs and find your own mini Bolthole! Complete with electricity, WiFi, and table & chairs for some extra relaxation.
Upstairs, we have our two spacious bedrooms. The master room enjoys a king size bed, and a large bench style window-sill, both giving spectacular views of the river. The second double bedroom to the rear of the house is a comfortable and cosy space.
The family bathroom has a deep bath perfect for a long soak with lots of bubbles, and in 2023 a brand new shower was installed over tub.
We are located opposite the slipway and just 150 yards from Caffa Mill, making us the perfect spot to launch your kayak, SUP or boat - make sure you get a permit from Fowey Harbour first though!
Bedroom 1: King-size bed
Bedroom 2: Double bed
Ground floor: Front door leading into small hall then an open plan lounge and dining area, kitchen and utility room.
1st floor: Bedroom 1, family bathroom, bedroom 2.
Front: Terrace with water views.
Rear: Steps leading to a patio with a summer house
The entrance of the cottage is accessed via steep steps. The rear patio is accessed via a metal staircase. The cottage is set over 2 floors.
Please feel free to contact us to discuss any accessibility requirements.
Sleeps 4 +0 (Max) 2 Bedroom(s) 1 Bathroom(s) Wifi
Check-in begins at 16:00.
You will be asked to check-out before 10:00.
If your arrival date is within the next week, please contact us to discuss any last minute offers that may apply to your stay!
The Bolthole is on Passage Street and does not have private parking. It is sometimes possible to pull up outside the house for a short period of time to load/unload bags. Caffa Mill Carpark is only 150 yards along the road.
There are three long stay car parks in Fowey, all run by Cornwall Council. You can get hourly, daily, weekly and rover passes on their website or using the Just Park app.
There is also a free car park opposite squire’s field on Park Road. There are no allocated spaces and can fill up quickly during the summer weeks.
During the winter (Oct 1st – Apr 30th) there is a 2-hour short-stay car park on the town quay. There is also a short stay car park all year round at Albert Quay.
OUR HANDY GUIDE TO FOWEY AND THE LOCAL AREA
Eating & Drinking
You certainly won’t go hungry while staying in Fowey with the wonderful variety of pubs, restaurants, cafes, and bakeries! Some of our favourite spots are…
- Brown Sugar – Our favourite café for brunch.
- Bufala – Pizza and prosecco with water views.
- Fowey Hall – Afternoon tea.
- Fowey Harbour Hotel – Sunset cocktails.
- Fowey River Trading – Grab your cakes and coffee when parking at Caffa Mill.
- Johns – An upmarket off-licence with its own bar.
- King of Prussia – The iconic pink pub on the town quay.
- Kittows – Deli, butchers, and fresh produce.
- Narla – Brand new for 2025, a modern Cornish dining experience.
- North Street Kitchen – Seafood sharing platters.
- Quay Bakery – The biggest and best pasty in Fowey.
- Rubys – The ice cream parlour with their own cow in the window!
- Olive Branch – The place to preorder a picnic to take on days out.
- Sam’s – Serving great food in Fowey since 1987.
- Sunny Spice – The place to head for a good curry.
- Tarquins – Gin tasting rooms and shop.
- The Galleon – Hearty pub grub and lots of live music.
Walking
There are so many hundreds of miles of walks around Fowey and Cornwall that it’s hard to know where to start…
- We personally use the iWalk Cornwall and the AllTrails apps to find great routes. Visit our social media for inspiration too, and feel free to drop us a message if you want some specific ideas. Lucy Daniels is a fantastic local walking tour guide, we highly recommend booking!
- Fowey is on the South West coastal path – 630 miles of walks that wind their way around the cliffs and countryside that make up the south west coast. Heading south from Fowey will take you past Polridmouth Cove, The Gribbin, Polkerris, Par Sands and then Carlyon Bay. Across the River Fowey and you take in Polruan, Lantic Bay, Lansallos Beach and on towards Polperro.
- Hall Walk - A 4 mile circular walk taking 2-3 hours (and two ferries!) that shows the best the Fowey estuary has to offer. Walk through Fowey and head across on the Bodinnick Ferry. Follow the water down to Pont, cross over and make for Polruan. We find the Lugger provides a great resting spot for a well-deserved drink before heading back on the passenger ferry for Fowey.
Beaches
- Readymoney Cove - As you walk through Fowey, stroll along The Esplanade and the cove is right at the end! A lovely beach shop/cafe and facilities here too. Great for swimming with a summer pontoon. Walk up the coast path to explore the old ruins of St Catherine’s Castle overlooking the cove. Dogs are banned during July and August.
- Whitehouse Pool - A tidal pool close to the centre of Fowey, great for kids to have a safe splash-about at low tide. There is also Red Rocket Café here with brilliant water views.
- Polridmouth Cove - If you stay on the coast path south of Fowey, you will then reach this secluded cove. A pretty little beach which is the inspiration of Daphne Du Maurier’s “Rebecca”. Overlooking the cove is Gribbin Head - it’s a tough walk up, but the views are worth it. The Gribbin Daymark (white and red building that looks like a lighthouse!) is owned by the National Trust and they hope to re-open the stairway to the top on a Sundays in the summer.
Days Out
- Fowey - In the centre of Fowey you will find the town aquarium and the town museum, both worth a peek. Or walk along to Readymoney Cove and head up the coast path to St Catherines Castle. There are a huge variety of shops in Fowey, from independent boutiques, well loved chains, and even an old fashioned style sweet shop! There is a shop for everyone in Fowey.
- Sailing – Fowey is a harbour town, and as such there is lots to do on the water! You can hire all sorts from Kayaks to Speedboats. If you don’t fancy playing captain, you can catch a passenger ferry to either Polruan or Mevagissey – we highly recommend the Meva ferry as it takes you out across the St Austell bay where on a lucky day you will be followed by dolphins.
Gardens - You are spoilt for choice for gardens locally! We can highly recommend the 13 Great Gardens of Cornwall, the closest being The Eden Project, Lanhydrock, Tregrehan, and The Lost Gardens of Heligan. We also really like Pine Lodge Gardens just outside St Austell
- Heritage – There is so much to learn about the history and heritage of Cornwall, and there are many amazing National Trust and English Heritage sites such as Tintagel Castle and Lanhydrock House. To learn more about the local mining history of Fowey, we really recommend a visit to Wheal Martyn Clay Museum.
- Cornish Coastal Villages – Fowey isn’t the only harbour that’s worth a visit, there are many other gems to discover along the south east coast of Cornwall… Polperro, Looe, Charlestown, and Mevagissey, are all great to head out and explore.
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Don’t forget to follow Fowey Homes Holidays on social media for inspiration on days out.
When booking your trip with us, please feel free to ask for some personal recommendations - we’d love to help you discover the real hidden gems of Cornwall and get the most of out of your time in beautiful Fowey.
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Angela (AirBnB) "our host Kathy was super responsive and resolved any queries immediately and with great grace. she has a lovely home and lots of lovely features eg the wood burning stove and the electric aga. at this time of year it was warm and toasty. sheets and linen good quality and very comfortable beds. hot water always hot and lovely to be able to have a bath after a long wet walk. must be amazing in the summer! wonderful bakery The Quay and really welcoming and friendly locals"
- 02 Jan 2025
Heather (AirBnB) "Heather (AirBnB) "Lovely place to stay! Walkable to all of Fowey, fantastic fireplace and bath""
- 08 Nov 2024
Melissa (AirBnB) "Great spot in Fowey, the perfect spot by the window looking over the water."
- 21 Oct 2024
Kerry (AirBnB) "We had a great time staying at the Bolthole. Fantastic views sitting outside with a glass of wine late afternoon watching the world go by. Fantastic local restaurants. We have been visiting Fowey for the past 18 years, and will never stop coming back."
- 20 Jul 2024
Jennie (AirBnB) "Brilliant stay, great location, private seating area out the front with lovely elevated views from the house."
- 14 Jun 2024
Stephen (AirBnB) "The Bolthole is great place to stay while in Fowey. The pics don't really do it justice. Wonderful location, lovely view over the estuary, clean with everything you'll need. Recommend!"
- 14 Oct 2023
Becky (AirBnB) "The Bolthole was exactly as described in the listing. Very comfortable, clean and tidy with everything you needed for an enjoyable stay. Ideally located for exploring the beautiful surrounding area. Would recommend to anyone"
- 06 Oct 2023
Karen (AirBnB) "We had a very comfortable stay, perfect for three of us to catch up with the rest of the family already staying in Fowey. Great location couldn't fault it."
- 23 Sep 2023
Suzie (AirBnB) "Love Fowey, and this place was perfectly situated. Great facilities, very comfortable with a beautiful view."
- 08 Sep 2023
Emily (AirBnB) "A really lovely comfortable space. Has all the essentials and a great location."
- 12 Aug 2023
