Private decking area & Central location within 5 min walk of town.
About this cottage rental
LONGSTEPS REFURBISHED & UPGRADED 2022 Voted one of the top three 'best places to live' in Britain by Country Life magazine. Fowey is a bustling sailing port on the Fowey Estuary, set in stunning countryside, with dramatic beaches nearby. Known for its sailing, walks, stunning views, and vibrant streets, Fowey is a gem in Cornwall and inspiration to many of Daphne Du Maurier's books. It is also home to the annual Du Maurier literary festival and the Royal Sailing Regatta. Fowey has an eclectic mix of independent shops and colourful restaurants, pubs etc. Apart from the sailing Fowey has access to some of Cornwalls fantastic beaches, kayaking, stunning walks and within easy reach of Eden project. Please note that our cottages are non-smoking cottages. Littlesteps our one bedroom cottage can be rented out together to accommodate the larger party.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for pets
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Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(54 Reviews)
3.0
Near town but not really as described in the listing. Quite a small property with very low ceilings (not great for anyone over 6ft) and generally a little claustrophobic. Also decking a big disappointment - dirty with seagull droppings all over and a bird nest on the rooftop next door. All in all decking was basically unusable. Cannot fault the location and generally comfortable but some pretty big flaws.
5.0
Would highly recommend staying here. Perfect location for the centre of Fowey. Very clean and everything you would hope to have in a cottage. Enjoyable few days away.
3.0
Lots of pluses but the biggest disappointment is the parking is highlighted on the search but actually doesn’t have it all be it explained in description.
No real pull in as suggested so you hold all traffic up while you un load and re load the car.
Disposing of rubbish should not be a guest’s responsibility .
Kitchen and outside space great but main bedroom needs to be updated in our view.
4.0
Great cottage in Fowey.
5.0
We would definitely use this again. Nicely fitted out kitchen. No locks on bathroom or toilet doors. Great shower. Very steep internal stairs. Everything provided except towels. Parking at pay car park at top of hill. Beautiful village. Very nice overall.
5.0
Perfect holiday !
ThankYou so much for an absolutely perfect holiday ! Longsteps was such a lovely place to stay - very clean and well equipped . We all loved the decking area which got the sun all day ! Very comfortable beds and the location was ideal . We hope to come back soon .
4.0
There are a huge number of pluses about this property. It’s well decorated, ( the kitchen is especially well equipped) and the shower works well. The beds and linen were of a good standard too. The location is ideal and views are spectacular. But there is a meanness of spirit here. My partner missed the fact that there are NO towels ( we had to go off and buy some) and I have never stayed anywhere before with so few nice touches. There wasn’t any milk, tea, coffee (they ask you to take coffee pods), no games or guide books or even so much as a pencil. The living room felt cold and uninviting - the floor is tiled and would benefit from a warm rug at the very least. Dogs are £50/ week but there’s no dog bowl or dog treats of any kind. What a difference it would have made to have a pint of milk, small loaf and butter or just a few biscuits. Oh yes, there’s no shampoo or soap apart from hand wash. I know much of this is actually in the small print but we were astonished by the lack of nice touches. It felt impersonal and I felt we’d paid a reasonable sum for it. But it is nice in so many ways- such a pity to spoil the ship for a ha’poth of tar.
4.0
Lovely but nice touches lacking
There are a huge number of pluses about this property. It’s well decorated, ( the kitchen is especially well equipped) and the shower works well. The beds and linen were of a good standard too. The location is ideal and views are spectacular. But there is a meanness of spirit here. My partner missed the fact that there are NO towels ( we had to go off and buy some) and I have never stayed anywhere before with so few nice touches. There wasn’t any milk, tea, coffee (they ask you to take coffee pods), no games or guide books or even so much as a pencil. The living room felt cold and uninviting - the floor is tiled and would benefit from a warm rug at the very least. Dogs are £50/ week but there’s no dog bowl or dog treats of any kind. What a difference it would have made to have a pint of milk, small loaf and butter or just a few biscuits. Oh yes, there’s no shampoo or soap apart from hand wash. I know much of this is actually in the small print but we were astonished by the lack of nice touches. It felt impersonal and I felt we’d paid a reasonable sum for it. But it is nice in so many ways- such a pity to spoil the ship for a ha’poth of tar.
5.0
A gorgeous little cottage great for all our needs. Owner very helpful and answered questions quickly. Very close to centre and church but lovely and quiet. Very comfy beds too!
5.0
Lovely relaxing stay
A gorgeous little cottage great for all our needs. Owner very helpful and answered questions quickly. Very close to centre and church but lovely and quiet. Very comfy beds too!
5.0
Fab central spot
We stayed as a couple with a 3 yr old and had a fab stay. Everything was great, its really central for visiting the town and beach. It was really clean, full of everything we needed and just generally a lovely place to stay. Just a note, it states three bedrooms but you have to walk through the room with the day bed to access the twin room. It didn't bother us at all as we didnt need to sleep in it but worth noting. The property manager was really responsive and helpful even when contacting over the Christmas and New Year period. Would defo stay again
5.0
Cosy cottage with perfect location
The property is cosy and well equipped and perfectly located. The owner was helpful and flexible when we had to change dates. It might be a bit tight if there was more than 2 of you but it was perfect for 2.
4.0
Great location
Lovely holiday, great location and fab town.
4.0
Lovely central property
4.0
Fowey holiday
Lovely central property
5.0
Lovely place to stay, terrace sunny all day and everything you need for a great staycation’ . Highly recommend it.
5.0
Fabulous accommodation right in the heart of Fowey
Lovely place to stay, terrace sunny all day and everything you need for a great staycation’ . Highly recommend it.
5.0
Great short break
We enjoyed staying here.
A short walk from the town centre, so very convenient. Clean and tidy. Just a couple of minor things - perhaps could do with a rug in the living room to give it a bit more of a cosier feeling and one of the bedrooms you have to walk through to get to the twin - however not a problem as there weren’t enough of us to need the third room and probably mentioned in description but just didn’t pick it up. And an extra pair of keys would be good as we didn’t always go out at the same time. Overall we were pleased and enjoyed our stay..
5.0
Fowey
Fantastic location, lovely part of the world. House in perfect location for access to the town. House itself was spotless and an ideal base for travelling around
5.0
Great rental, easily found and accessed. Very comfortable beds , nice linen. Beautiful kitchen, not that we used anything but the kettle, but seemed very well equipped.Fabulous shower. Very steep steps to bedrooms but soon got used to them . The outside area is very pretty and not overlooked . We didn’t get to use it as the weather was atrocious for our weeks stay . The house coudnt be in a better position to walk into the centre. Be prepared for lots of steep roads / steps.
5.0
Very comfortable
Great rental, easily found and accessed. Very comfortable beds , nice linen. Beautiful kitchen, not that we used anything but the kettle, but seemed very well equipped.Fabulous shower. Very steep steps to bedrooms but soon got used to them . The outside area is very pretty and not overlooked . We didn’t get to use it as the weather was atrocious for our weeks stay . The house coudnt be in a better position to walk into the centre. Be prepared for lots of steep roads / steps.
5.0
Another amazing stay
We have stayed here 3 times now and have loved every stay. The cottage is everything you expect from a Cornish cottage with a lovely large kitchen and external decking area. The only down side is sadly we won't be staying again as we are moving to Lostwithiel shortly. Not such a downside... 😀
5.0
Lostwithiel Street cottage
Great accommodation, superb kitchen/shower room. Lying in bed with a mug of tea watching the boats on the river and the sun rise up from the East was superb. Very quiet location, though minimal sound insulation for the adjoining property. Highly recommended and a stones throw from the bars and restaurants. We paid for a week long parking ticket (paid on line when we arrived) so that solved a lot of hassle.
5.0
Another great stay.
Have stayed in both Littlesteps and Longsteps and cannot fault either of them. Excellent location for the town and we have just booked for next year. Mark is also a top host with great communication.
5.0
Lovely cottage in lovely Fowey
We had a great stay in this lovely cottage, which was fully equipped for a family of 5. Positioned in the centre of Fowey, was close enough to get everywhere within 5mins. Would definitely stay there again. Thank you
5.0
Perfect cottage in a beautiful town!
Long steps is a lovely cottage that caters for all your needs while on holiday in Fowey. It’s a stone throw from pubs, shops, harbour. We loved it!
Great communication from the owner Mark and also Colette who ensured the cottage was perfect 👌
Thanks 😊
5.0
Smart house in the village
The house is finished to an exceptional standard. The owners are extremely helpful and clearly want you to enjoy your stay. Car parking is ok and good for building leg muscles!!
4.0
Cosy and convenient
This is a cosy, traditional cottage that is very convenient for the town and all its amenities.
Communication and check in instructions were excellent and we had no problems.
The property benefits from a good sized, modern and well equipped kitchen with seating for up to 6 people. There is a modern shower room and separate WC on the ground floor adjacent to the kitchen.
The rest of the property is more traditional with a small lounge and two bedrooms upstairs with a further bed on the landing. There’s plenty of storage and hangars for clothes.
Overall, the cottage was clean, warm and comfortable and in a great location.
I would make a couple of minor suggestions. Although the cottage is advertised as hosting up to 5 people, there is only seating for 4 in the lounge. The armchair covers could also do with a clean. Another minor point is the starfish door handle on the stair door which we all managed to painfully catch our arms on at some point (sic!).
In summary a nice, well equipped cottage in a great location. We would return
5.0
Wonderful Cornish Retreat!
We loved our stay at Longsteps. Location was great, in town near everything. The house is decorated beautifully, the kitchen is very modern and well equipped. The shower is fantastic! The terrace is wonderful in the afternoon sun with a glass of wine!! Hope to stay again .. thank you.
5.0
Peaceful retreat
Wonderful stay in downtown Fowey.
5.0
A lovely location in a fantastic spot
Longsteps is a lovely little cottage in a great location. Fowey has an excellent selection of places to eat and drink and some really nice options for short and medium length walks.
There's a handy car park up the hill close to the house and local shops are easy walking distance. The house is well equipped for self catering.
Overall, a lovely experience.
4.0
Caught the good weather in May.
Nice rental which has obviously had money spent on it.
Loved the modern kitchen and the balcony which gave us a good view of the chiming church.
Close to the town facilities which was a bonus, car was in the main car park but was an almost vertical climb to reach - I now feel like a mountain goat.
Things that could improve the experience;
*Working locks on the toilet and shower rooms - took wife and
two daughters so was a little dicey.
*After a 6 hour road trip and arriving Sunday afternoon, all of
us needed a shower but there were no towels at all, had to
hire them for £25 next day - very disappointing approach.
*Parasol would have been good for outside table as sun was
very hot for first 3 days.
*When using hob the cooker tipped out, had to reset the Part Leakage Circuit
5.0
Location Location Location
Ideal positioned property in the centre of Fowey.
Property very clean & fresh.
Smooth transaction with property owner. Very attentive property manager who answered our questions very quick & efficiently.
5.0
Great stay
Great location. Fantastic family stay at this lovely cottage. Everything you need, home from home
5.0
Beautiful house in a beautiful village.
Longsteps is a perfect fishermans cottage in the perfect little fishermans village of Fowey. Just a few steps to restaurants and the estuary. We stayed over half term with the kids and had a great time - i'd go back in a second.
5.0
Super Cottage
The Cottage has everything you need and the decking overlooking the estuary is amazing. you are just a short walk from town so don't need your car. Would recommend and we will return
5.0
Ticked all the boxes.lovely cottage. Thanks.
Lovely place. 2 minute walk to town etc.nice and quiet. Would certainly stay here again.
5.0
Great Cottage and Location
The cottage did not disappoint, Great views from the decking, ideal for a chilled glass of wine early evening. The cottage is well equipped with everything you need, even the wifi is good. Didn't need the car and the town is a few minutes walk. We have already booked to come again.
5.0
Return to a lovely cottage
We’ve stayed in Longsteps now, 3 times and each visit is just as good as the last. The cottage has been completely refurbished and is really lovely. I cooked a full roast dinner for the family and everything I needed was on hand. Fabulous place to stay. Booking for next year.
5.0
Beautiful little cottage with all essentials
We had a great holiday in longsteps.
The cottage has everything you need and has great character. It's in a perfect place and the town of Fowey is magical.
Not a criticism but just to note the church clock chimes every fifteen minutes and dongs the hours on the hour all night amd the cottage is right next to the church so it takes you a couple of days to get used to this through the night! The bedrooms could do with some blackout curtains as the light wakes you early.
Not an issue though if you put something over the blinds.....
We would definitely return.
Thank you for a great holiday.
Matthew & Marie
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Fowey?
The average price for a rental in Fowey is $146 per night. This rental is $32 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private decking area & Central location within 5 min walk of town. . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Private decking area & Central location within 5 min walk of town. pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Private decking area & Central location within 5 min walk of town. ?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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