Title: Couch's House, History in the heart of Polperro - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Couch's House, History in the heart of Polperro Vacation home in Looe with kitchen and fireplace ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119180000/119175700/119175646/90ac400f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119180000/119175700/119175646/4c2dd238.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119180000/119175700/119175646/a79746af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119180000/119175700/119175646/2857d3ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119180000/119175700/119175646/4c4bc599.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Couch's House, History in the heart of Polperro provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Couch's House, History in the heart of Polperro Sitting moments from the harbour, this historic property was once the cherished home of esteemed 19th-century British naturalist Jonathan Couch who lived here from 1810. Known as 'Couch’s House' it now offers a unique blend of heritage and comfort. The home has been lovingly restored by the current owner to reflect the character and atmosphere of his time, while incorporating modern conveniences we now expect. The property features a life size wax work of Couch standing in the cottage window! Key Property Features... \- 3 storey traditional house dating back to the 1580s. Full of history and charm. \- 4 Bedrooms: 1 ornate four-poster double bed, 2 double bedrooms & 1 twin room. \- 1 Bathroom with traditional roll top Cornish tin bath & walk in shower. \- 1 WC. \- Living & dining room both with wood burners. \- Underfloor heating on ground floor. \- Kitchen with range cooker & parlour with secondary traditional Esse oven with hot plates fuelled by logs for a rustic touch. \- Outdoor seating area overlooking the River Pol. \- 1 x parking permit included for Polperro car park. For use in any regular space not allocated. \- 2 well behaved dogs welcome (£25 per pet). Need to Know... \- The property is a traditional cottage retaining many of the original features. As such please expect low ceilings in places and wooden floorboards. \- The wax model of Jonathan Couch, created by Jethro Crabb, a renowned sculptor, displayed in the dining room window sits behind a Perspex protective sheet which can be switched to opaque so it is not visible internally. \- Dogs must not go into bedrooms, on furniture or be left unattended at the property. \- Not suitable for under 5's due to ornaments. \- The living room features a smuggling nook hidden behind a book case! \- Whilst the property is Historic, is has been lovingly renovated and all modern safety features are present such as sprinkler systems throughout. Who we think it's suitable for... Perfect for families or a group of friends wanting to experience a traditional property steeped in history but with all the comforts of modern living. Couch's House is centrally located in Polperro so perfectly placed to explore this pretty village & this beautiful part of south Cornwall. About a holiday in Polperro... In Polperro it’s easy to step back in time in this unspoilt fishing village on the south coast of Cornwall. Its beautiful cottages cling to steep hillsides around a small harbour with spectacular views of land and sea making it an artist’s paradise. The road into the village snakes down the steep-sided coombe, mainly free of traffic, meaning you can enjoy wandering through the streets browsing the shops that major in locally made handicrafts and confectionery. There's also plenty of places to eat and drink from award-winning restaurants to traditional pubs. Get the camera ready for when you reach the picturesque harbour, especially if the tide is in, and make a point of visiting the Smuggling Museum where you will find out all about the village’s sea based trials and tribulations. Dotted around the village there are several galleries, carrying on the tradition of artists who have fallen in love with the views over the years. We think you'll do the same and just to make sure we recommend walking up the coastal path either side of the harbour to capture the view looking back over the village, we promise you won’t regret it. The South West Coast Path passes through Polperro and offers spectacular views and access to beautiful beaches both to the east and the west. Heading east towards Looe you reach Talland Bay after about a mile. Here there’s a choice of beaches and some wonderful rockpools to discover when the tide is out. Continuing onto Looe you will pass other quieter coves, even in the summer months. The coastal path heading west can be challenging to even the competent walkers. It’s very up and down with lots of steps. Walkers who make the effort are rewarded with wonderful views and hidden smugglers coves at Lansallos and Lantivet Bay. For those not wishing to explore far, Polperro has its own small sandy beach located just outside the main harbour. The beach is in front of Willy Wilcox’s cave, believed to have been used by smugglers. There’s also a man-made tidal pool on the seaward of Chapel Cliff, to the right of the harbour mouth. Here many a local has first learnt to swim, away from the waves of the ocean. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50930000/50926700/50926694/a56bd864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Polperro, near Looe Polperro, near Looe - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=50926694&PinnedHotelID=50926694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33590500/33590496/35aa90ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning house right by the sea, spectacular far reaching sea views in Polperro Polperro, Cornwall - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=33590496&PinnedHotelID=33590496&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34200000/34197700/34197606/f94e7523.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Warren Cottage, in the pretty village of Polperro Polperro - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Microwave 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=34197606&PinnedHotelID=34197606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78180000/78179400/78179355/b361ec53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Views of Polperro Harbour from this Waterfront Cottage. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.33123%2C-4.51907&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VeCRdvgFM0-7nmJ65FCV5f7JVLA=) Polperro, England #### What's nearby - Polperro Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - St John the Baptist Church - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Talland Bay - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Talland Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km - Looe Beach - 9 min drive - 8.6 km #### Getting around - Causeland Station - 15 min drive - Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 63 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sarah's Pasty Shop - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Jolly Sailor - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Ship Inn - ‬1 min walk - ‪Kitty's Lobster Crab & Seafood Snack - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Plantation Cafe - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Couch's House, History in the heart of Polperro pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. ### How much is parking at Couch's House, History in the heart of Polperro? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Couch's House, History in the heart of Polperro? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Couch's House, History in the heart of Polperro? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Couch's House, History in the heart of Polperro located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, South West Coast Path Section 34 Trailhead, and Polperro Harbour. Polperro Model Village and Polpero Beach are just steps away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question