A 2 acre sheltered south facing garden located in a 4 acre site inc woodland and mill pond ½m from the sea. We started to create the terraced sloping garden on a bramble covered site around 2010 and it was a steep learning curve - it is a garden where lessons can be learnt! Owners' studio open (glass and painting).
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A 2 acre sheltered south facing garden located in a 4 acre site inc woodland and mill pond ½m from the sea. We started to create the terraced sloping garden on a bramble covered site around 2010 and it was a steep learning curve - it is a garden where lessons can be learnt! Owners' studio open (glass and painting).
Nellies Cottage,
Portlooe,
Looe,
Cornwall,
PL13 2HY
Directions to Nellies Cottage
A387 to Looe, turn R at sign Talland & Portlooe, bear L then 1st L past Portlooe Barton Farm (on R) then R down private rd OR from Harbour up West Looe Hill until road levels & turn L down private road.
For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.
For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.
For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.
For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.
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Yes, cashless payment is accepted.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Nellies Cottage at this time.
Yes, dogs are welcome at Nellies Cottage. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.
There are no plants for sale for the time being.
Sorry, Nellies Cottage does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.
Yes. Nellies Cottage seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.
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