Tremaine Manor, Looe

Cornwall, PL13 2LT

Why it makes the list

Thoughtfully curated, high-end self-catering accommodation, ideally situated between Looe and Polperro. Tremaine Manor is a perfect base from which to explore South East Cornwall’s many delights, and a gorgeous place to unwind at the end of a busy day’s adventuring

Nestled in the serene Cornish countryside, Tremaine Manor is a serene haven amidst the hustle and bustle of this attraction-packed area. Looe and Polperro are right on the doorstep, fizzing with fun. There are also plenty of hidden coves and secluded beaches to discover. Back at your accommodation, you’ll find the perfect spot to kick back and slow down – sip wine on your terrace as you watch the sunset, light the firebowl to keep warm after dark, or snuggle up under a blanket and sip the complimentary home-made flavoured gin waiting for you on arrival.

Sleeping

12 characterful one, two and three-bedroom cottages, all set within the grounds of an exclusive, idyllic private hamlet. Tremaine Manor offers the space and flexibility of self-catering, elevated by attentive service and on-site activities. The luxurious accommodation features top-quality touches – great knives, beautiful crockery, top-tier kitchen appliances. The beds are divinely comfortable, the living areas stylish and inviting – a perfect place to get cosy after dark, and there are touches of class and comfort at every turn.

 

The statuesque Grand Manor House enjoys its own private gardens and entrance with parking and is available to be booked in its entireity for larger groups, or can be divided into two self-sufficient units.

A romantic Shepherds Hut is also available, handcrafted to a high specification by West Country Artisans, with designer fabrics, made-to-measure furnishings and bespoke fittings alongside a traditional wood-burning stove, relaxation area with coffee table, fully-equipped kitchen, foldaway breakfast bar, a king-size double bed, generous bathroom with double walk-in power shower. It offers a generous 234 sq. ft. of space and is 26 ft. long, comfortably accommodating two adults. It comes with its own private terrace with an outdoor wood-fired spa bath, Adirondack loungers, teak dining table and chairs with parasol and a fire pit.

All have access to a range of on-site activities – a full size, all-weather tennis court ,
Games Room with table tennis, pool, and table football; as well as outdoor chess, Boules, Croquet and Badminton. There’s a kid’s play area with swings, slide, monkey bars, and a sandpit. Kids also love the Tremaine Petting Area- where they can feed, pet and stroke the resident chickens, guinea pigs, miniature horses and pygmy goats. They might even be able to collect eggs to cook back at the cottage.

 

dining

There are supermarkets, grocers, fishmongers and butchers in Looe for those wanting to cook up a storm in their well-equipped cottage kitchen. The entire local area is bursting with fantastic pubs, cafes and restaurants for all tastes and budgets, with Looe and Polperro both on the doorstep. Whether you fancy fish and chips on your private terrace, or want to treat yourself to a Michelin-rated meal to remember at the gorgeous Sardine Factory in Looe – visitors are spoilt for choice in this hidden foodie Cornish corner.