Fowey · Cornwall

Trethewey Guest House

A guest house in Fowey, Cornwall. Rated 5.0 on TripAdvisor. Call to book direct, no middlemen.

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5.0/5
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24 reviews · as of 2026-09
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9.5/10
LateRooms
225 reviews · as of 2026-09
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9.8/10
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192 ratings · as of 2026-09
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Trethewey Guest House frontage with driveway and planting

Trethewey House from the drive. OTA listing photo.

Local guide

Explore Fowey

Fowey harbour full of sailing boats on a sunny day

Fowey harbour. Area photo, not the property.

Fowey is a working harbour town on the River Fowey estuary: steep lanes, sailing boats, and some of Cornwall's best coastal walks. Everything below is within easy reach of Trethewey House.

Sights, free and paid

Panoramic view across Fowey harbour and estuary
  • Fowey Harbour and town quay: watch the boats come and go; free, at its best early morning.Downhill walk from most B&Bs, allow 15 to 20 minutes on foot.
  • Readymoney Cove: small sheltered beach with clear water, a local favourite.About a 20-minute coastal walk from town; check tide times.
  • St Catherine's Castle: Tudor artillery fort above the cove, free entry (English Heritage).Next to Readymoney Cove; allow an hour round trip.
  • Polruan by ferry: the foot ferry crosses the river in minutes to a quieter village.Ferry runs from the town quay; a few minutes each way.
  • Day trips: Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan: Cornwall's two big garden attractions.Each roughly a 25 to 40 minute drive; book tickets ahead in summer.

Food and drink

Fowey town and the river estuary towards Polruan
  • Fore Street pubs and cafes: the main street is lined with independent places for lunch and dinner.Evenings: book ahead in July and August.
  • Fish restaurants on the quay: day-boat catch lands metres away.Worth booking; kitchens often close between lunch and dinner.
  • Cream teas and bakeries: several tea rooms within a short walk of the centre.Good rainy-day fallback.
  • What to skip: the harbour-front spots with the longest queues at 7pm are rarely the best; walk two streets up for the same view and shorter waits.

Pitfalls visitors should know

Aerial view of Fowey town on the estuary
  • Steep hills: Fowey is built on a slope; the walk back up from the quay is a proper climb.Plan routes downhill first, uphill last.
  • Parking is scarce: the main car parks sit above the town and fill early on sunny days.Arrive before 10am or after 4pm in peak season.
  • Narrow streets: some lanes are single-track; drive slowly and expect oncoming traffic around blind bends.
  • Tides at Readymoney Cove: the beach nearly disappears at high tide.Check tide times before packing the beach bag.

Safety and getting here

Aerial view of the Fowey river estuary
  • Coast path: cliff edges are unfenced in places; keep to the marked path, especially after rain.
  • Swimming: swim at Readymoney Cove in season and stay clear of boat channels in the harbour.
  • By train: the nearest station is Par, on the main line from London Paddington.Par to Fowey is about 10 minutes by taxi or local bus.
  • By car: Fowey is signposted from the A30 via the A390 and B3269.Allow extra time in summer; the last miles are slow lanes.
  • Address: Trethewey House, Fowey, Cornwall PL23 1HQ.

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Booking

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Writing desk area in a guest room

Inside one of the guest rooms. OTA listing photo.

Tea tray with kettle and cups on a bedside table

Tea tray in a guest room. OTA listing photo.

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Trethewey House, Fowey, Cornwall PL23 1HQ

Questions, answered

What are the current room rates?

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What is the deposit and cancellation policy?

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Where is Trethewey Guest House?

Trethewey House, Fowey, Cornwall PL23 1HQ, United Kingdom.

How do I book a stay?

Call +44 7368 557665 to check availability and book direct.

How are guests rating the house?

As of 2026-09: 5.0 out of 5 on TripAdvisor (24 reviews), 9.5 out of 10 on LateRooms (225 reviews), 9.8 out of 10 on trivago (192 ratings).

Guest room window with view over the garden

Morning light in a guest room. OTA listing photo.