Key Features
- Property code: 274
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- Near beach
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
With uninterrupted views of the sea across Mounts Bay to the Lizard, this light and comfortable property is the entire upper level of a detached house set back from the road leading into the picturesque fishing village of Mousehole, only 200 yards from the harbour and local amenities.
The village is less than five minutes walk with a selection of small shops, restaurants and pubs and directly opposite the cottage is a public footpath with steps leading down to the rockpools below with a stoney beach and children's sea water bathing pool revealed at low tide.
Newlyn and Marazion are only a short drive and can be reached by hoppa bus if preferred, and Penzance, 3 miles, is the gateway to the Isles of Scilly
Key Features
- Property code: 274
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- Near beach
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
With uninterrupted views of the sea across Mounts Bay to the Lizard, this light and comfortable property is the entire upper level of a detached house set back from the road leading into the picturesque fishing village of Mousehole, only 200 yards from the harbour and local amenities.
The village is less than five minutes walk with a selection of small shops, restaurants and pubs and directly opposite the cottage is a public footpath with steps leading down to the rockpools below with a stoney beach and children's sea water bathing pool revealed at low tide.
Newlyn and Marazion are only a short drive and can be reached by hoppa bus if preferred, and Penzance, 3 miles, is the gateway to the Isles of Scilly
Entrance
A sloping lane leads up to the front door which opens beneath a covered porch into an entrance hallway with a coats area.
Bedroom 1
A spacious king-size double bedroom with lovely sea views
Bedroom 2
On the far side is a light and airy twin-bedded room with dual aspect windows, one of which is a patio door leading to a sunny decked terrace with a table and chairs to enjoy the views across the glorious sea and coastline.
Bathroom
Bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath.
Kitchen
To the right of the hall a door leads through to a smartly fitted kitchen with New England style units and a breakfast bar with high stools. Kitchen appliances include dishwasher, fridge, freezer, electric hob and oven, microwave, and washing machine.
Living Room / Dining Room
From the breakfast area, two steps lead down to a bright and sunny living room with a television, stripped wood flooring, an exposed granite wall, comfortable seating, and a pine dining table. Panoramic views of the sea and St Michaels Mount from five large windows as well as a patio door leading out to a decking area so you can sit and have a nice cold drink in the sunshine enjoying the views.
Heating
This property is heated via electric wall-mounted heating.
Carveth has a small balcony with a balustrade off the lounge and an additional larger balcony off the twin bedroom both with glorious sea views.
Once described as the ‘loveliest village in England’ by poet Dylan Thomas, it’s no surprise that holidays in Mousehole are so popular. Largely untouched by time, this tiny fishing village sits on the shores of Mount’s Bay in south Cornwall, three miles west of Penzance.
If you’re dreaming of staying in a traditional Cornish fishing village, this is it. Granite fishermen’s cottages huddle around a harbour where colourful local boats sit waiting for the tide, and a maze of twisting cobbled streets offer up artists’ galleries, little cafes and independent shops selling sea-inspired gifts and trinkets.
Start each day of your stay with a stroll around the picturesque harbour to soak up the views of Mount’s Bay before deciding on the day’s adventure. If you’re spending your summer holiday in Mousehole, make a beeline for the safe sandy beach revealed in the harbour at low tide - popular with young families, or keep cool by taking a dip in Mousehole’s natural sea pool, hidden amongst the rockpools. Take a boat trip to spot the huge sea cave thought to be the source of the name ‘Mouse Hole’, or if you haven’t found your sea legs, join the South West Coast Path. One of our favourite stretches is from Mousehole to Lamorna Cove, a beautiful rocky beach where you can reward yourselves with a sea swim in crystal clear waters.
Speaking of beaches, no trip to Cornwall is complete without visiting its famous sandy bays and secret coves, and there are plenty of beaches near Mousehole to choose from. As well as the harbour beach and Lamorna, you’ll also find Salt Ponds, Porthcurno and Marazion nearby.
One of the best things about a self-catering holiday is the freedom it allows you for day trips, and several of Cornwall’s most loved attractions are just a short drive from Mousehole. Shop for super fresh fish in Newlyn, explore the fairytale castle of St Michael’s Mount or watch an open-air cliff top performance at the Minack Theatre. Learn about Cornwall’s mining heritage at Geevor Tin Mine, visit the art galleries of St Ives, then head for Land’s End Landmark for a family photo.
Holidays in Mousehole are equally magical during winter. Think sea storms watched from the comfort of a fire-lit cottage or cosy pub corner, and bracing cliff top walks wrapped up in woollies and wellies. Every December, the harbour is illuminated by an enchanting Christmas light display. The most famous festive scene in Cornwall, locals and visitors flock to Mousehole from far and wide for a dose of Christmas cheer.
Shared driveway where there is parking for one car
- Towels not available
- Sorry, this property does not accept pets
- LOYALTY DISCOUNT available
- This property accommodates a maximum of 4 people plus 1 infant
Mousehole Deli and Kitchen
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Restaurant overlooking the harbour of Mousehole serving delicious breakfasts, lunch and dinner. Takeaway service available and a deli full of Cornish goods.
Mousehole Deli and Kitchen - North Cliffs, Mousehole, TR19 6PH. Telephone: 01736 732843
Excellent food and service here
June 2023
2 Fore Street
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A relaxed and stylish bistro restaurant overlooking the harbour with a French twist. Seasonal menus with emphasis on great local seafood.
2 Fore Street, Mousehole, Cornwall 01736 731164
The choice and quality of food at 2 Fore Street never disappoints . The service is generally delightful and ambience relaxing. It is pricier but worth it.
March 2024
This is a great little restaurant- lovely food and staff. A bit pricey but worth it if you can
August 2023
This restaurant offers a good and varied menu of well cooked and presented, high quality food. The majority of main courses are fish but meat eaters and vegetarians are also catered for. The staff are friendly and service is great. There’s always a lovely ambience. Highly recommended
March 2023
The Old Coastguard
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Welcoming hotel restaurant serving plenty of fish sourced direct from the fishing boats that tie up at Newlyn just a few miles away, along with impressive meat, vegetarian and vegan options. Traditional brasserie style serving simple but delicious and immaculately presented dishes that let the high quality ingredients shine through.
The Old Coastguard The Parade, Mousehole, Cornwall, TR19 6PR (T: 01736 731222)
Really lovely room, very refreshing that there is no tv! Food is very good, and the staff all very helpful and welcoming
August 2023
Always have at least one meal at the Coastguard. Laid back, imaginative and always yummy. This year we stayed at the Gurnards Head for two extra days. Will repeat next year.
July 2023
The Ship Inn, Mousehole
(Less than a mile)
(2)
The Ship Inn is a welcoming and scenic place to eat in Mousehole, looking out over the village’s famous harbour. Our cosy pub and restaurant serves delicious food and award-winning beers, with a welcoming atmosphere.
A historic pub with good service and selection of drinks. Always busy and lively, and full of dogs. Efficient service and mostly friendly . Unfortunately our meal, on two occasions, has been a disappointment with all our choices not available, even at just 6.30pm, and one alternative offered totally over microwaved . Lesson learnt
March 2024
We were made welcome in both the restaurant and bar and enjoyed a really good meal here one mid week evening. Bar staff friendly and waiter service excellent. Table was reserved and we were not rushed. We had 4 different meals and desserts in our party and enjoyed all of them. Gluten free and vegetarian meals were available for 2 of us. Board games available in bar for visitors. Great view of harbour entrance. We recommend a visit.
August 2023
The Rock Pool Cafe
(2 miles)
Delightful cafe on the beach front of Mousehole with fabulous sea views - serving Cream Teas, Sandwiches, Salads, Ice cream, Coffee and Cocktails.
The Parade, Mousehole, Penzance TR19 6PT. Telephone: 01736 732645
Cornwall's Great Escapes
(2 miles)
Get your kids off their phones and gadgets for a while and experience Cornwall’s ultimate escape room. For 60 minutes you will be locked in a room and will have to communicate with each other using your problem solving skills and intuition to escape. Although not for geniuses it is a brain teaser. Will you have what it takes to escape?
Click here for further details.
Jubilee Pool
(3 miles)
(2)
First opened in 1935, the Jubilee Pool was created as a celebration of King George V’s Silver Jubilee. The pool is the largest and most celebrated sea pool in the UK, built into a triangular shape it withstands the ferocity of the Cornish seas while still being a very pleasant environment to bathe in. It contains about 5 million litres of sea water and no mechanical filtration and minimal chemical treatment making it a natural sea water bathing experience. The quality of the water is carefully maintained and water is replaced regullary, timed carefully with the outgoing and incoming tides. A wristband needs to be purchased to swim in the pool, adults are £5, under 16s are £3.50, and under 4s go free.
Click here for further details.
Visiting the geothermal pool is a wonderful experience and far warmer than imagined. It was worth the chill of changing and dressing. The environment is clean and well maintained in spite of its age, which only adds to the ambience, The warmth of the cafe is a pleasure after a swim and it offers high quality food and friendly service.
March 2023
Amazing! Make sure you get the combo ticket for maximum enjoyment, but make sure you go into the cold pool first!
April 2022
Jubilee Pool
(3 miles)
The UK’s largest sea water lido and geothermally heated pool plus a fantastic café serving great food with some of the best views in Penzance !
Click here for further information
St Michael's Mount
(4 miles)
(1)
The magical rocky island of St Michaels Mount crowned by a medieval church and castle has been beguiling visitors for centuries. Whatever your age there’s lots to see and do here from exploring the subtropical gardens and fairy tale castle, to discovering the history and legend surrounding this beautiful National Trust property.
Click here for further details
Amazing. The gardens in particular, which were breathtaking!
April 2022
Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens
(4 miles)
The beautiful sheltered valley of Tremenheere is the perfect setting for a large-scale exotic and sub-tropical planting. Interwoven amongst the woods, streams and planting is an evolving programme of contemporary artwork that harmonises with the landscape. With fantastic views of St Michael's Mount in the distance, it’s a great place to lose yourself, disconnect from the outside world and connect with both art and nature. Have a picnic on one of the grassy areas or visit Tremenheere Kitchen for a great taste of Cornish seafood, meat dishes and interesting veggie and vegan options. Dogs on leads are also welcome.
Click here for further details.
Mousehole Beach and Harbour
(Less than a mile)
(7)
Mousehole is a delightful village. Beautiful scenery and walks, with some interesting shops and places to eat and drink. We ate very well at The Mousehole Deli and Kitchen on the seafront, which has an interesting menu, good coffee, and lovely staff. Bought great gifts at the weekly Craft Market too. Parking in Mousehole is quite limited!
November 2023
absolutely lovely fishing village, well worth a walk round, so relaxing having a walk around here !!
September 2023
We loved Mousehole! It has real character and we could walk there from our cottage. We swam there twice and the water was wonderful. We also enjoyed pasties, coffee and cake in the village. We would definitely go back there again.
September 2023
Beautiful, quaint Mousehole, one of our favourite places. Had a lovely stroll around the harbour and village and visited most of the gift shops. Sat for a while in the lovely harbour, so peaceful and quiet.
July 2023
This beach is not dog friendly at any time
August 2022
Amazing beautiful harbour village , clean and friendly. Will visit again
August 2022
Great place to watch the world go by. Not brave enough to join the locals jumping from the harbour walls into the water but looked great fun at high tide.
August 2022
Lamorna Cove
(3 miles)
(2)
lovely little cove, but watch out for the Parking rules !!
September 2023
Walked to Lamorna Cove from Castallack - it was a very nice walk on a lovely and sunny Sunday morning. The cove was very quiet and peaceful, not many visitors around. We sat and enjoyed the view and had an ice-cream from the local cafe; the staff in the cafe were so friendly and very helpful, nothing was too much trouble.
July 2023
Long Rock Beach
(4 miles)
Marazion Beach
(4 miles)
(1)
Just opposite the famous landmark of St Michael’s Mount lies Marazion Beach. Relax and take in the atmosphere in the Cornish sunshine, walk to St Michael’s Mount at low tide along the granite causeway, watch kite surfers zoom up and down the length of the beach or try out paddle boarding or sailing. With many rock pools to explore and facilities for sailing and windsurfing lessons there is always something to do on Marazion beach. Dogs are welcome expect between 1 May and end of September when a seasonal dog ban is in place.
Visited three times in early March, ideal parking on seafront, beautiful views, level walking, plenty going on including kite surfing and wind surfing. Jordans take away excellent. Public toilets nearby.
March 2022
Porthcurno Beach
(6 miles)
(2)
Porthcurno is located in the far West of Cornwall and has been described by many as a paradise and it’s not hard to see why. With its soft white sand beaches, turquoise sea which gleams in the summer sun and the high cliffs on either side of the beach providing shelter, it is described as an oasis of stunning natural beauty. On the west side of the beach is the famous Minack Theatre and to either side of the beach you will find coastal paths that provide the most breath-taking views. Dogs are welcome on the beach expect between 1 May and 30 September when a seasonal dog ban is in place. Parking can be found just behind the beach.
What a lovely beach. Golden/white sands. Beautiful clear waters. On a calm day great for paddle boarding, swimming and paddling. The beach does drop away quickly and gets deep. We have been when it is wavy too but feels safe with the lifeguards there during high season. Parking can get very busy so I suggest you get there early in the day if you want a space closer to the beach, there are some disabled bays. The spaces are small and if you have a big car I suggest you reverse in so it is easier to get out at the end of a busy day on the beach. There are 3 routes down to the beach. From the Minack which is steep and rocky with lovely views. A path from the car park which is a little uneven and down a slope. My mother managed to get her mobility scooter down this and the lovely Lifeguards let her leave it at the Lifeguard station. There are also some steps down to the beach at the Lifeguards hut.
August 2022
Absolutely wonderful. Try going when it's empty!
April 2022
March 2024
We have returned to Carveth many times and always consider it to be the most positive and delightful experience.
March 2024
This our fifth stay was excellent
March 2024
Another wonderful holiday at Carveth. We hope to return soon.
December 2023
This cottage is exceptional - sea views, comfort, cleanliness, attention from owners, parking, locality, and facilities.
October 2023
We have visited Carveth many times in the past and it was wonderful to return. Perfect location overlooking Mount's Bay, a very comfortable well equipped property. A lovely place to relax. So much to see and do in the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
August 2023
Great, spacious apartment with character and great views of the sea. Parking on site is a bonus. Friendly owners and a great location. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend the apartment.
July 2023
Totally wowed by the balconies. Went to the Paradise Gardens in Hayle for the first time. Bonded with several parrots! Also added on two extra days by staying at the Gurnards Head. Highly recommended as returning on a Monday is relatively traffic free.
June 2023
We always love our stay and that’s why we book a holiday there every year. Simply the best, as far as we are concerned!
June 2023
We had a wonderful time at Carveth again, especially enjoying the new balcony! Thoroughly recommend Coast for lovely gifts and home decor.
April 2023
Had a wonderful stay loved the location. So great to see the seals and boats bobbing past the windows. 2 balconies fresh flowers milk tea coffee on arrival so welcome. Thank you to the host. There is a nice dvd on the shelf that tells you the history of Mousehole. Car parking handy but I was amazed by the local bus service. Will definitely be back
March 2023
This property gets better and better, especially with the addition of two balconies. We return year after year and find everything continues to be perfect. The owners keep the property to a very high standard, the view from large windows is wonderful, unusually for Mousehole there is a parking space, the bus service is frequent and reliable, there’s a good choice of places to eat, and activities to enjoy. Cannot rate it highly enough.
October 2022
It must be good - we’ve stayed at Carveth more times than we can remember.
October 2022
Wonderful weeks holiday
October 2022
We love Carveth and it’s situation in Mousehole. Have already booked with you for June 2023. We know we’d find nowhere better.
July 2022
As ever had a very enjoyable stay.
June 2022
There was absolutely nothing to fault with this apartment. The furnishing, equipment and decor was finished to a high and comfortable standard and the location and view were incredible. We could not have been happier with our choice of holiday and when we come back down to Cornwall again this will be our go to place to stay.
June 2022
There was absolutely nothing to fault with this apartment. The furnishing, equipment and decor was finished to a high and comfortable standard and the location and view were incredible. We could not have been happier with our choice of holiday and when we come back down to Cornwall again this will be our go to place to stay.
April 2022
Our fourteenth time - yes we did! Thank you.
March 2022
Yet another wonderful holiday in a superb cottage, very friendly owners, cannot wait to come back, will book as soon as 2023 holiday dates are available
March 2022
A perfect haven of peace and tranquility in an idyllic location
May 2021
We really feel Carveth is top of the list of holiday accommodation in Mousehole. It’s position, facilities, fantastic views, spacious rooms, are, we feel, unbeatable, and somewhere you leave a bit of your heart and feel you must return to - that is why we have booked again for next year! Mousehole is just lovely.
September 2020
Our first holiday since the start of lockdown all those months ago. Warm and welcoming as ever. Thanks to Carveth and Cornwall in general for making us welcome, once again.
August 2019
The property is in a wonderful location. Just outside of Penzance, Newlyn and Mousehole. To have parking at the property was brilliant and our view from the living room was truly break taking. Our immediate aspect is of seal island so many a morning was spent watching the seals through the window. If you're up early enough you'll see one or two venture from their island over to the shore...and I was also lucky enough to see wild dolphins jumping through the water on two occasions, which was a very special sight. The property is within walking distance of Mousehole....there are some lovely shops and I highly recommend making The Ship Inn your local. The food, service and staff are brilliant and the pub itself has original features.There are steps just outside the property that take you down by the shoreline so you can walk into Mousehole by this route rather than the street way, which is great. Down the road is Newlyn where you can get boat trips around the coast...these are also available from Penzance. We would recommend Cormorant Cruises run by Mike. He's knowledgeable about the area and a lovely man. We went for an hour and would highly recommend his trips. In Penzance you have a whole host of shops, restaurants and bars. I love the Dolphin pub as it's very traditional looking, and is local to the shops. If you're looking for beaches....Praa sands are wonderful. Good facilities and places to get food and the parking was cheap too, but go early to get a spot. Sennen is lovely too, as is Porthcurno. If you're after culture then you have to visit the Minack Theatre - We've been twice and loved it both times with the sun set. Lands End is great (I personally didn't like the First/Last Inn pub which is located close by.) We went on a Thursday night to see the fireworks and have to say it was lovely. Just sitting on the rocks watching the sunset was theatre enough to be fair so the fireworks were just a nice ending to the evening. In terms of the property itself. It is perfect for a family of four. We didn't want for anything as the property is well equipped. There's not a lot of outdoor space (just a small balcony) but we didn't need it as you have the lovely shoreline to go and explore if you want to get out. The owners daughter came and introduced herself on our first day and was really lovely. The views - those views are wonderful. I could sit in the living room and watch the view all day. Seals, boats, ships, tides coming in and out and you can even see across to the Lizard and St Michael's Mount. We were very sad to leave and would highly recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay in this area. It's perfect in every way.
March 2019
Third time for us in Carveth, a wonderful cottage. Unlike last year with snow, this year was wall to wall sunshine, the views from the five sitting room windows over Mounts Bay were breathtaking. Carveth has everything with level entry and on site parking, carrying luggage is so easy, within 20 minutes we felt at home drinking tea looking first at the beautiful flowers on the table then the magnificent view. The audio system is excellent, the comfortable chairs great, the large flat screen TV is brilliant, the beds most comfortable, all in tastefully decorated surroundings, what more could one ask for? Hopefully we shall soon be back again.
February 2019
Booking this property twice each year says it all.
March 2024
We have returned to Carveth many times and always consider it to be the most positive and delightful experience.
March 2024
This our fifth stay was excellent
March 2024
Another wonderful holiday at Carveth. We hope to return soon.
December 2023
This cottage is exceptional - sea views, comfort, cleanliness, attention from owners, parking, locality, and facilities.
October 2023
We have visited Carveth many times in the past and it was wonderful to return. Perfect location overlooking Mount's Bay, a very comfortable well equipped property. A lovely place to relax. So much to see and do in the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
August 2023
Great, spacious apartment with character and great views of the sea. Parking on site is a bonus. Friendly owners and a great location. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend the apartment.
July 2023
Totally wowed by the balconies. Went to the Paradise Gardens in Hayle for the first time. Bonded with several parrots! Also added on two extra days by staying at the Gurnards Head. Highly recommended as returning on a Monday is relatively traffic free.
June 2023
We always love our stay and that’s why we book a holiday there every year. Simply the best, as far as we are concerned!
June 2023
We had a wonderful time at Carveth again, especially enjoying the new balcony! Thoroughly recommend Coast for lovely gifts and home decor.
April 2023
Had a wonderful stay loved the location. So great to see the seals and boats bobbing past the windows. 2 balconies fresh flowers milk tea coffee on arrival so welcome. Thank you to the host. There is a nice dvd on the shelf that tells you the history of Mousehole. Car parking handy but I was amazed by the local bus service. Will definitely be back
March 2023
This property gets better and better, especially with the addition of two balconies. We return year after year and find everything continues to be perfect. The owners keep the property to a very high standard, the view from large windows is wonderful, unusually for Mousehole there is a parking space, the bus service is frequent and reliable, there’s a good choice of places to eat, and activities to enjoy. Cannot rate it highly enough.
October 2022
It must be good - we’ve stayed at Carveth more times than we can remember.
October 2022
Wonderful weeks holiday
October 2022
We love Carveth and it’s situation in Mousehole. Have already booked with you for June 2023. We know we’d find nowhere better.
July 2022
As ever had a very enjoyable stay.
June 2022
There was absolutely nothing to fault with this apartment. The furnishing, equipment and decor was finished to a high and comfortable standard and the location and view were incredible. We could not have been happier with our choice of holiday and when we come back down to Cornwall again this will be our go to place to stay.
June 2022
There was absolutely nothing to fault with this apartment. The furnishing, equipment and decor was finished to a high and comfortable standard and the location and view were incredible. We could not have been happier with our choice of holiday and when we come back down to Cornwall again this will be our go to place to stay.
April 2022
Our fourteenth time - yes we did! Thank you.
March 2022
Yet another wonderful holiday in a superb cottage, very friendly owners, cannot wait to come back, will book as soon as 2023 holiday dates are available
March 2022
A perfect haven of peace and tranquility in an idyllic location
May 2021
We really feel Carveth is top of the list of holiday accommodation in Mousehole. It’s position, facilities, fantastic views, spacious rooms, are, we feel, unbeatable, and somewhere you leave a bit of your heart and feel you must return to - that is why we have booked again for next year! Mousehole is just lovely.
September 2020
Our first holiday since the start of lockdown all those months ago. Warm and welcoming as ever. Thanks to Carveth and Cornwall in general for making us welcome, once again.
August 2019
The property is in a wonderful location. Just outside of Penzance, Newlyn and Mousehole. To have parking at the property was brilliant and our view from the living room was truly break taking. Our immediate aspect is of seal island so many a morning was spent watching the seals through the window. If you're up early enough you'll see one or two venture from their island over to the shore...and I was also lucky enough to see wild dolphins jumping through the water on two occasions, which was a very special sight. The property is within walking distance of Mousehole....there are some lovely shops and I highly recommend making The Ship Inn your local. The food, service and staff are brilliant and the pub itself has original features.There are steps just outside the property that take you down by the shoreline so you can walk into Mousehole by this route rather than the street way, which is great. Down the road is Newlyn where you can get boat trips around the coast...these are also available from Penzance. We would recommend Cormorant Cruises run by Mike. He's knowledgeable about the area and a lovely man. We went for an hour and would highly recommend his trips. In Penzance you have a whole host of shops, restaurants and bars. I love the Dolphin pub as it's very traditional looking, and is local to the shops. If you're looking for beaches....Praa sands are wonderful. Good facilities and places to get food and the parking was cheap too, but go early to get a spot. Sennen is lovely too, as is Porthcurno. If you're after culture then you have to visit the Minack Theatre - We've been twice and loved it both times with the sun set. Lands End is great (I personally didn't like the First/Last Inn pub which is located close by.) We went on a Thursday night to see the fireworks and have to say it was lovely. Just sitting on the rocks watching the sunset was theatre enough to be fair so the fireworks were just a nice ending to the evening. In terms of the property itself. It is perfect for a family of four. We didn't want for anything as the property is well equipped. There's not a lot of outdoor space (just a small balcony) but we didn't need it as you have the lovely shoreline to go and explore if you want to get out. The owners daughter came and introduced herself on our first day and was really lovely. The views - those views are wonderful. I could sit in the living room and watch the view all day. Seals, boats, ships, tides coming in and out and you can even see across to the Lizard and St Michael's Mount. We were very sad to leave and would highly recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay in this area. It's perfect in every way.
March 2019
Third time for us in Carveth, a wonderful cottage. Unlike last year with snow, this year was wall to wall sunshine, the views from the five sitting room windows over Mounts Bay were breathtaking. Carveth has everything with level entry and on site parking, carrying luggage is so easy, within 20 minutes we felt at home drinking tea looking first at the beautiful flowers on the table then the magnificent view. The audio system is excellent, the comfortable chairs great, the large flat screen TV is brilliant, the beds most comfortable, all in tastefully decorated surroundings, what more could one ask for? Hopefully we shall soon be back again.
February 2019
Booking this property twice each year says it all.
Mousehole Deli and Kitchen
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Restaurant overlooking the harbour of Mousehole serving delicious breakfasts, lunch and dinner. Takeaway service available and a deli full of Cornish goods.
Mousehole Deli and Kitchen - North Cliffs, Mousehole, TR19 6PH. Telephone: 01736 732843
Excellent food and service here
June 2023
2 Fore Street
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A relaxed and stylish bistro restaurant overlooking the harbour with a French twist. Seasonal menus with emphasis on great local seafood.
2 Fore Street, Mousehole, Cornwall 01736 731164
The choice and quality of food at 2 Fore Street never disappoints . The service is generally delightful and ambience relaxing. It is pricier but worth it.
March 2024
This is a great little restaurant- lovely food and staff. A bit pricey but worth it if you can
August 2023
This restaurant offers a good and varied menu of well cooked and presented, high quality food. The majority of main courses are fish but meat eaters and vegetarians are also catered for. The staff are friendly and service is great. There’s always a lovely ambience. Highly recommended
March 2023
The Old Coastguard
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Welcoming hotel restaurant serving plenty of fish sourced direct from the fishing boats that tie up at Newlyn just a few miles away, along with impressive meat, vegetarian and vegan options. Traditional brasserie style serving simple but delicious and immaculately presented dishes that let the high quality ingredients shine through.
The Old Coastguard The Parade, Mousehole, Cornwall, TR19 6PR (T: 01736 731222)
Really lovely room, very refreshing that there is no tv! Food is very good, and the staff all very helpful and welcoming
August 2023
Always have at least one meal at the Coastguard. Laid back, imaginative and always yummy. This year we stayed at the Gurnards Head for two extra days. Will repeat next year.
July 2023
The Ship Inn, Mousehole
(Less than a mile)
(2)
The Ship Inn is a welcoming and scenic place to eat in Mousehole, looking out over the village’s famous harbour. Our cosy pub and restaurant serves delicious food and award-winning beers, with a welcoming atmosphere.
A historic pub with good service and selection of drinks. Always busy and lively, and full of dogs. Efficient service and mostly friendly . Unfortunately our meal, on two occasions, has been a disappointment with all our choices not available, even at just 6.30pm, and one alternative offered totally over microwaved . Lesson learnt
March 2024
We were made welcome in both the restaurant and bar and enjoyed a really good meal here one mid week evening. Bar staff friendly and waiter service excellent. Table was reserved and we were not rushed. We had 4 different meals and desserts in our party and enjoyed all of them. Gluten free and vegetarian meals were available for 2 of us. Board games available in bar for visitors. Great view of harbour entrance. We recommend a visit.
August 2023
The Rock Pool Cafe
(2 miles)
Delightful cafe on the beach front of Mousehole with fabulous sea views - serving Cream Teas, Sandwiches, Salads, Ice cream, Coffee and Cocktails.
The Parade, Mousehole, Penzance TR19 6PT. Telephone: 01736 732645
Cornwall's Great Escapes
(2 miles)
Get your kids off their phones and gadgets for a while and experience Cornwall’s ultimate escape room. For 60 minutes you will be locked in a room and will have to communicate with each other using your problem solving skills and intuition to escape. Although not for geniuses it is a brain teaser. Will you have what it takes to escape?
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Jubilee Pool
(3 miles)
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First opened in 1935, the Jubilee Pool was created as a celebration of King George V’s Silver Jubilee. The pool is the largest and most celebrated sea pool in the UK, built into a triangular shape it withstands the ferocity of the Cornish seas while still being a very pleasant environment to bathe in. It contains about 5 million litres of sea water and no mechanical filtration and minimal chemical treatment making it a natural sea water bathing experience. The quality of the water is carefully maintained and water is replaced regullary, timed carefully with the outgoing and incoming tides. A wristband needs to be purchased to swim in the pool, adults are £5, under 16s are £3.50, and under 4s go free.
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Visiting the geothermal pool is a wonderful experience and far warmer than imagined. It was worth the chill of changing and dressing. The environment is clean and well maintained in spite of its age, which only adds to the ambience, The warmth of the cafe is a pleasure after a swim and it offers high quality food and friendly service.
March 2023
Amazing! Make sure you get the combo ticket for maximum enjoyment, but make sure you go into the cold pool first!
April 2022
Jubilee Pool
(3 miles)
The UK’s largest sea water lido and geothermally heated pool plus a fantastic café serving great food with some of the best views in Penzance !
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St Michael's Mount
(4 miles)
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The magical rocky island of St Michaels Mount crowned by a medieval church and castle has been beguiling visitors for centuries. Whatever your age there’s lots to see and do here from exploring the subtropical gardens and fairy tale castle, to discovering the history and legend surrounding this beautiful National Trust property.
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Amazing. The gardens in particular, which were breathtaking!
April 2022
Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens
(4 miles)
The beautiful sheltered valley of Tremenheere is the perfect setting for a large-scale exotic and sub-tropical planting. Interwoven amongst the woods, streams and planting is an evolving programme of contemporary artwork that harmonises with the landscape. With fantastic views of St Michael's Mount in the distance, it’s a great place to lose yourself, disconnect from the outside world and connect with both art and nature. Have a picnic on one of the grassy areas or visit Tremenheere Kitchen for a great taste of Cornish seafood, meat dishes and interesting veggie and vegan options. Dogs on leads are also welcome.
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Mousehole Beach and Harbour
(Less than a mile)
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Mousehole is a delightful village. Beautiful scenery and walks, with some interesting shops and places to eat and drink. We ate very well at The Mousehole Deli and Kitchen on the seafront, which has an interesting menu, good coffee, and lovely staff. Bought great gifts at the weekly Craft Market too. Parking in Mousehole is quite limited!
November 2023
absolutely lovely fishing village, well worth a walk round, so relaxing having a walk around here !!
September 2023
We loved Mousehole! It has real character and we could walk there from our cottage. We swam there twice and the water was wonderful. We also enjoyed pasties, coffee and cake in the village. We would definitely go back there again.
September 2023
Beautiful, quaint Mousehole, one of our favourite places. Had a lovely stroll around the harbour and village and visited most of the gift shops. Sat for a while in the lovely harbour, so peaceful and quiet.
July 2023
This beach is not dog friendly at any time
August 2022
Amazing beautiful harbour village , clean and friendly. Will visit again
August 2022
Great place to watch the world go by. Not brave enough to join the locals jumping from the harbour walls into the water but looked great fun at high tide.
August 2022
Lamorna Cove
(3 miles)
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lovely little cove, but watch out for the Parking rules !!
September 2023
Walked to Lamorna Cove from Castallack - it was a very nice walk on a lovely and sunny Sunday morning. The cove was very quiet and peaceful, not many visitors around. We sat and enjoyed the view and had an ice-cream from the local cafe; the staff in the cafe were so friendly and very helpful, nothing was too much trouble.
July 2023
Long Rock Beach
(4 miles)
Marazion Beach
(4 miles)
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Just opposite the famous landmark of St Michael’s Mount lies Marazion Beach. Relax and take in the atmosphere in the Cornish sunshine, walk to St Michael’s Mount at low tide along the granite causeway, watch kite surfers zoom up and down the length of the beach or try out paddle boarding or sailing. With many rock pools to explore and facilities for sailing and windsurfing lessons there is always something to do on Marazion beach. Dogs are welcome expect between 1 May and end of September when a seasonal dog ban is in place.
Visited three times in early March, ideal parking on seafront, beautiful views, level walking, plenty going on including kite surfing and wind surfing. Jordans take away excellent. Public toilets nearby.
March 2022
Porthcurno Beach
(6 miles)
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Porthcurno is located in the far West of Cornwall and has been described by many as a paradise and it’s not hard to see why. With its soft white sand beaches, turquoise sea which gleams in the summer sun and the high cliffs on either side of the beach providing shelter, it is described as an oasis of stunning natural beauty. On the west side of the beach is the famous Minack Theatre and to either side of the beach you will find coastal paths that provide the most breath-taking views. Dogs are welcome on the beach expect between 1 May and 30 September when a seasonal dog ban is in place. Parking can be found just behind the beach.
What a lovely beach. Golden/white sands. Beautiful clear waters. On a calm day great for paddle boarding, swimming and paddling. The beach does drop away quickly and gets deep. We have been when it is wavy too but feels safe with the lifeguards there during high season. Parking can get very busy so I suggest you get there early in the day if you want a space closer to the beach, there are some disabled bays. The spaces are small and if you have a big car I suggest you reverse in so it is easier to get out at the end of a busy day on the beach. There are 3 routes down to the beach. From the Minack which is steep and rocky with lovely views. A path from the car park which is a little uneven and down a slope. My mother managed to get her mobility scooter down this and the lovely Lifeguards let her leave it at the Lifeguard station. There are also some steps down to the beach at the Lifeguards hut.
August 2022
Absolutely wonderful. Try going when it's empty!
April 2022
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