Polperro is a village forgotten by time; most of the cottages being literally centuries old. Many visitors see Polperro for the first time on foot as they walk along the coastal path and round the headland. Indeed, this is a truly amazing sight, the whitewashed cottages nestling in the valley and surrounding the historic harbour.

Unlike many holiday destinations, Polperro is a living village, with several fishermen, builders, plumbers and business people having lived happily here for generations. The fishing industry still thrives, with both small and large fishing boats bringing in impressive catches of fish, crabs, lobsters and scallops when the weather permits!

While you are here, make a point of visiting the fishing and smuggling museum to give you some idea of Polperro's historic past, alternatively, many books have been written on the subject. Many visitors to Polperro say they immediately experience a feeling of calm descending upon them when they arrive; somehow, the troubles and tribulations of the rat race don't seem to matter any more. There is certainly no shortage of things to do in Polperro; the beautiful coastal path which takes you to Looe and Talland Bay in the East and Fowey and Lansallos in the West. Walks are available to suit all fitness levels! Then, to relax in the evenings, there are 6 pubs, as many if not more restaurants, two social clubs welcoming visitors, or you could always snuggle down in your cottage with a bottle of wine! If you fancy a day out, there is the famous Eden Project within half an hour's drive, several stately homes within an hour's drive and countless sandy beaches on both the South and North coasts.

There is also a regular bus service to Looe where you can pick up the unique Looe Valley Railway Branch Line enabling days out to Plymouth, St Ives, Newquay, Penzance, The Eden Project (or just enjoy the return trip to Liskeard on this charming branch line). One thing's for sure, people rarely visit Polperro only once!