Old Quay House Hotel

Its core is a characterful old building in the centre of Fowey, with a new extension overlooking the estuary and harbour. The harmonious interior is embellished by funky artworks, and the informal restaurant spills out on to a teak deck with spectacular waterfront views. Bedrooms are traditional in the old part of the building, contemporary in the new, all with state of the art technology. One is in a glass turret – magical.

 

Written by Fiona Duncan

• Restaurant
• The terraced restaurant is very popular and specialises in seafood
• Parking
• Free parking permits are provided
• Restrictions on children
• No children under the age of 13
• Views
• Fabulous views over the estuary
• Rooms with balcony/terrace
• In room DVD
• Walking distance restaurants
• Outdoor dining
• Internet
• No pets
• Not suitable for disabled guests
• Fireplace

• Sit-out Terrace
• Good wine list
• Wifi
• Suites
• In room music system
• Four poster beds
• Sitting Room
• Bath robes
• Shops
• Wedding license
• Car not required

• Great walks
• Wonderful walking all around this area, a particualr favourite is the picturesque Hall Walk, which ends in pretty Polruan
• Sights nearby
• The ruins of St Catherine’s Castle sit on the edge of the town and command spectacular views of the harbour
• Sailing
• Yacht rental is available nearby, head off with a professional skipper or simply charter your own course

• Other Activities
• Sit on the charming outdoor terrace with a glass of wine and a good book and watch the boats sail by
• Kayaking
• Kayak rental is possible from the village of Golant, the perfect way to explore this stunning coast
• Local markets
• Check out Fowey’s many boutiques and antique shops, you're sure to find some hidden jems

Why do people love staying in your hotel? We aim to offer a relaxed informal environment where our guests can simply sit back and unwind. Service is efficient without being stuffy, discreet yet friendly, and we always go the extra mile to make sure our guests feel at home. They also love our big comfy beds and the views out over the estuary.

What is there to do in the area or on site? The Old Quay House is a small hotel but really well located for exploring the galleries, boutiques and waterfront cafes of Fowey, which also has a rich literary heritage (events throughout the year). The surrounding coastline is perfect for walks and there are beaches and plenty of traditional, welcoming pubs nearby. It is also just a short drive to some of Cornwall’s fantastic and inspiring gardens and National Trust properties – the Eden Project, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, Tregothnan and Lanhydrock.

What kind of breakfast do you offer? An à la carte selection of dishes ranging from beans on toast and eggs benedict to the full Cornish breakfast which features locally produced sausages, bacon and hog’s pudding (a speciality of Cornwall). We also offer a breakfast buffet of cereals, fruit, muesli and fresh fruit juices.

Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? Yes, our restaurant ‘Q’ overlooks the harbour and offers a creative menu incorporating local, season produce, served in a relaxed setting – think West Country meats, Cornish cheeses and locally caught fish and seafood. In the summer the terrace is ideal as a spot for lunch or afternoon tea (served the Cornish way of course, jam on first then the cream). There are plenty of friendly pubs and cafés in Fowey too – our neighbours The Bistro serve up French and Mediterranean style dishes with a focus on seafood.

What is special about your hotel? Location – right on the harbour front, there is nowhere better from which to soak up the atmosphere of life on the estuary, watch the boats drift by and in August, enjoy the sights and sounds of Fowey’s annual regatta.