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Mariners Cottage - a beautifully refurbished pet friendly 18th Century fisherman's cottage with sea

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Interior
Room
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Mariners Cottage - a beautifully refurbished pet friendly 18th Century fisherman's cottage with sea

A bustling fishing port until the mid 16th Century, the picturesque village of Mousehole nestles on the south coast of Cornwall between Penzance and Land's End.

Today, its narrow, winding streets are lined with small shops, galleries and restaurants, while a pretty harbour edged with traditional, granite cottages crouches protected from the prevailing storms by two imposing breakwaters that give it its distinctive shape. Perfectly in keeping with Mousehole's fishing port heritage, Mariners Cottage is an original 17th Century fisherman's cottage with a charming, whitewashed façade and staggering views from every sea-facing window.

Recently refurbished and elegantly updated, this lovely home offers a bright and inviting space, with a combination of coast-inspired décor and authentic features, that create a chic and relaxing atmosphere throughout. Arranged over three floors, two lovely bedrooms can be found upstairs with a gorgeous master bedroom on the first floor and a sumptuous twin room on the upper. Both rooms have crisp, high quality linen and feature large sash windows; perfect for taking in the sweeping oceanscape views and enjoying the ever-changing moods of the sky. Downstairs, the delightful living area in calming, neutral tones is open-plan with the well-designed kitchen, and has an inviting sofa and two occasional chairs arranged cosily around a fabulous wood-burning stove.

Stepping out through the stable door to the front of the cottage is a fantastic, enclosed waters' edge garden with wonderful far-reaching views over Mount's Bay towards St Michael's Mount and Lizard Point. Comfortably furnished with a table and plenty of seating, it's the ideal place for fresh-air dining or for enjoying a glass of bubbly while watching the sun set over the water.

*Please note that this property is unsuitable for children under 10 years old due to the low wall separating the terrace from a large drop down to the water's edge.
**This property allows one small dog only. Guests visiting with a pet will need to provide proof of a recent flea treatment before arrival.
***Guests will need to bring own kindling and logs for the wood-burning stove.

Good Housekeeping Bond
We ask our guests for a £100 good housekeeping bond, which is pre-authorised against your card. This is in case there is any damage to the property during your stay. The money is simply reserved and then released afterwards if there is no claim. We will contact you nearer the time of your arrival to arrange this.

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About the area

Penzance

Located in Penzance, this cottage is on the beach. While the natural beauty of St. Michael's Mount and Carbis Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour. Penzance Leisure Centre and National Dahlia Collection are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Mousehole, Cornwall

Getting around

  • Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lovetts - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little Nook Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taj Mahal - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬4 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A perfect Christmas stay

We had such a lovely quiet Christmas by the sea in Mousehole at Mariners Cottage. It was spotlessly clean, very comfortable and location was perfect.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

pam B.

Loveliness in Mousehole

Mariners cottage is quite simply beautiful. With views from every window over the water the cottage is small but very definitely perfectly formed. The only slight inconvenience is the need to park quite a way from the cottage once you have unloaded but who cares when you are staying in as magical a place as Mousehole. The cottage is very well equipped and the wood burner is wonderful when the Cornish weather decides to declare itself! Mousehole itself has a variety of lovely places to eat and drink as does nearby Newlyn -a complete heaven for fish lovers. Cannot wait to come back
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2026
Hi Pam, Thank you so much for your lovely review, we really appreciate it. We are so happy hear that you enjoyed your stay in Mousehole it certainly is an amazing and beautiful area. We appreciate parking in this location can be tricky like it is in lots off traditional coastal towns but like you said its definitely worth it for a magical place like Mousehole. We are happy to hear you felt that the cottage was fully equipped. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Pretty cottage

Mariner’s Cottage is situated in a very quiet position with uninterrupted sea views. The cottage is cosy and with the heaters on you don’t really need to light the wood burner. The bedrooms are comfortable and the view out to sea when sitting in bed was delightful. It is beautifully decorated and it feels very homely with the art work and decoration. We would definitely return and highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Hi Debbie, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are thrilled to hear that you found Mariners Cottage quiet and found it beautifully decorated and cosy. It is lovely to hear that you enjoyed the sea views from the bedroom. We would love to welcome you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becca E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mousehole Cottage

Lovely cottage, beautiful view and great location. Had a great stay, thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

The most perfect location

Most perfect location & very quiet despite being a stone’s throw from the village . Comfortable mattress in main bedroom
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
Hi Karen, thank you for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay, we hope to welcome you back one day. Best wishes, the Luxury Coastal team.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing cottage, beautifully furnished and excellent, secluded location

Really enjoyed stay our stay and will definitely return. I know there’s not much you can do about it but would put some guidance re parking and maybe provide map with precise location of cottage prior to arrival as took a bit of working out when we arrived
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2022
Hi Charlie, Thank you taking the time to write a review and for your helpfull suggestion. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A place to recharge

Mariners Cottage is a lovely little hideaway in a very peaceful location. The front garden which looks out over the ocean is a fantastic place to sit quietly and let your mind empty itself of all the baggage you brought with you on holiday. I could spend hours listening to and watching the waves crashing against the rocks below you. The house itself is cosy and very comfortable and the beds are fantastic. Mouse hole hasn’t changed much in 40 years and still retains its character and reclusiveness which makes it such a peaceful place to stay. The restaurants are great and the Delhi’s serve great food albeit at a price ! I certainly hope to come back again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lawson C.

Sweet waterfront abode

Charming and well designed 2 BR spot right on the waters edge. Enjoy coffee in the morning sun on the front veranda and beers for happy hour. Spacious master bath. Tight staircase and top floor bedroom has little room on the sides of the bed. Decor was well done. Laundry in unit. No traffic as it’s a pedestrian path. It’s a sweet spot.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Hi Lawson, Thank you for leaving a review on your recent stay at Mariners Cottage. We are so pleased to hear the property was a sweet spot and you enjoyed the front veranda for drinks any time of the day! We do hope to welcome you to stay with us again in the future. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Claudia I.

Blissfully perfect stay

We absolutely loved staying at Mariner's Cottage. We were only two people which worked perfectly for us. I'm sure more organised and 'compact' people could cope with being more than two, but it is certainly perfect for a couple. It is a very thoughtfully furnished house with everything you need for a short stay. The location is sublime, with its little garden overlooking the sea and with a barely-four-minute walk into the "centre" of picturesque Mousehole. We happened to have our car with us (which you park a couple of minutes away) but honestly there is so much to see and do in the local area and the local bus is so reliable you could almost not bother with a car at all. We ate incredibly well in both Mousehole and nearby Newlyn and tried almost every restaurant in the area, of which there is an extensive and excellent selection. Whilst Mousehole is undoubtedly a superbly pretty and friendly village (we loved the early week craft market and pretty much every shop and restaurant we visited!) we also fell in love with grittier Newlyn with its fresh fish shops and Coddiwomple which sells fabulous slipware and artwork. We also felt that the historic centre of Penzance was well worth a look (and enjoyed buying huge woolly pullies from Tam O'Shanter), had a great day in St Ives and discovered many fine coastal walks. The whole week couldn't have been better and we can't wait to go back.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Dec 2025
Hi Claudia, Thank you so much for this wonderful and thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at Mariner’s Cottage, and it’s lovely to know it suited the two of you so well. It’s a cosy little place by design, and we’re so glad it felt just right for a relaxing getaway. We’re thrilled that you found the cottage well equipped and comfortable, and that the garden and sea views added to the experience, it really is a special spot, especially with Mousehole just a few minutes’ walk away. It’s great to hear you made the most of exploring without relying too much on the car. We love hearing how much you enjoyed both the charm of Mousehole and the character of Newlyn, along with the craft market, shops, and even those woolly jumpers from Tam O’Shanter! It’s wonderful that you managed to fit in St Ives, Penzance, and some of the beautiful coastal walks as well. It really sounds like you experienced the best of what West Cornwall has to offer. Thank you again for staying and for sharing such a detailed and heartfelt review. We’d be absolutely delighted to welcome you back, you’re always very welcome at Mariner’s Cottage. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

8/10 Good

90

The outdoor facilities (for the seating area) are very dirty, so it was not posssible to enjoy the wonderful view!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Hi Brigitte, Thank you for leaving a review. We do apologise for the outdoor furniture being dirty and it not being possible for you to use. I will pass this onto the owner and housekeeping team to get this rectified for future guests. We do hope to welcome you to stay with us at Luxury Coastal again in the future. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Review

Fantastic position and a very cozy feel to this charming holiday house. Disappointing, then, that the heating was off on arrival and it was freezing for the first 24hrs; not helped by a paucity of wood supply and a box of matches with - one - match… Excellent bath and shower room.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

What a special, special cottage this is...

My adult daughter and I spent 5 days at the cottage and loved every minute of it. The cottage is beautifully furnished and equipped, and the location is heavenly. You can look across at Mousehole, but you're at the end of a pathway, enjoying stunning sea views, sunrises and sunsets. The seals amble around the corner and the seagulls all settle on the island in front. The garden space is lovely and we both loved the high bar table with stools to get a breakfast bar vibe looking right our across the rocks and sea. It's really a very special cottage to stay in. We went off to explore the surrounding area, which is a beautiful part of Cornwall, but we were always happy to get back to the cottage and light the woodturner - putting our feet up, chilling, reading, having a glass of wine and watching the sun go down. Heaven, absolute heaven. With thanks, Bongo and Freddie.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec 2024
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review, Bongo and Freddie! We're thrilled to hear that you and your daughter loved every minute of your stay at the cottage. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the beautiful furnishings, stunning sea views, and the serene location. Watching the seals and seagulls must have been a delightful experience! We're glad you appreciated the garden space and the high bar table with stools for that perfect breakfast bar vibe. It sounds like you had a truly special time exploring Cornwall and relaxing back at the cottage with the woodturner, a glass of wine, and those breathtaking sunsets. We look forward to welcoming you back to our little piece of heaven soon! Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay

We had such a lovely time at Mariners Cottage. It’s a beautiful home from home. Waking to the sound and views of the sea every morning was magical.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
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