Chorister's Cottage, quiet location in Mevagissey, sleeps 6, garden & parking,

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Mevagissey, ENG

Lost Gardens of Heligan
‪16 min walk‬
Pentewan Sands Beach
‪2 min drive‬
Eden Project
‪17 min drive‬
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Mevagissey is one of the few remaining active Cornish fishing harbours. In the small town you can enjoy local shops, boutiques, and art galleries. There are cafes, pubs and restaurants, as well as places to stop for a cream tea, fish and chips or an ice-cream. There is also a handmade fudge shop.

A visit to the museum and aquarium on the harbour is recommended as is a trip on board the Seascan. Freshly caught fish are often available to buy from the quayside. There are many walks that can be enjoyed from the cottage, but most popular are those along the coastal path leading from the harbour.

Mevagissey is fortunate to have a cycle path that meanders to St. Austell and beyond. There is a ferry to take you to Fowey and a great variety of activities to suit all interests. Fishing trips and scenic boat trips are available from the harbour. If you enjoy watersports or a day out at the seaside, sandy beaches are close by. For garden enthusiasts many popular attractions are within easy reach, including;The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Caerhays Castle and The Eden Project. There are several National Trust properties. Walking and nature enthusiasts are spoilt for choice with the South West Coast path running practically past the door and many other short walks to explore that reveal an abundance of plant life and wildlife. Trips out to sea are readily available where visitors frequently encounter playful dolphins who love to swim close to the boughs of boats as they traverse the bay.

If you are interested in popular culture you will enjoy a visit to the nearby 18th century harbour village of Charlestown. One of Britain's most popular film locations, it was used in The Eagle Has Landed, The Pirates of The Caribbean, The Onedine Line - to name just a few and most recently the new Poldark series. Mevagissey’s very own tour boat Seascan, moored in Mevagissey harbour also features in the popular German television adaptation of Rosamund Pilcher’s novels’. Please visit Chorister’s Cottage own website for more details to this and links to local businesses.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests are to be considerate and polite towards cleaning staff at all times. Do not demand early entry or late check out from staff for any reason.

Guests must maintain the house to a high standard of orderliness and sanitation. Rubbish must be disposed of into the appropriate receptacles.

On the day of your arrival if you or any of your party arrive in Mevagissey before 4.30pm park in the town car park until your check in time of 4.30pm

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St Austell

Located in St Austell, this cottage is by the sea. Mevagissey Museum and Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Eden Project and Mevagissey Aquarium. Lost Gardens of Heligan and Pinetum Park and Pine Lodge Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Mevagissey, ENG

What's nearby

Lost Gardens of Heligan - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Pentewan Sands Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Porthpean Beach - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
Charlestown Harbour - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
Eden Project - 17 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

St Austell (USX-St Austell Train Station) - 11 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Salamander - ‬8 min walk
‪Into The Woods - ‬3 min drive
‪Polgooth Inn - ‬8 min drive
‪Steward's House - ‬5 min drive
‪The Sharksfin - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Chorister's Cottage, quiet location in Mevagissey, sleeps 6, garden & parking, pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chorister's Cottage, quiet location in Mevagissey, sleeps 6, garden & parking, ?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Chorister's Cottage, quiet location in Mevagissey, sleeps 6, garden & parking, ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chorister's Cottage, quiet location in Mevagissey, sleeps 6, garden & parking, located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Polstreath Beach and South West Coast Path Section 32 Trailhead. South West Coast Path Section 31 Trailhead and Mevagissey Model Railway are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Jacqueline Wedlake Hatton

I was born about 10 miles from Mevagissey and have fond childhood memories of visiting my friend's Grandmother there, skipping through the streets, eating ice-cream whilst sitting on the rocks near the harbour; pretty much doing the sorts of things that our visitors to Mevagissey still love to do today. As an adult I studied art at Falmouth and remain inspired by the familiar landscapes of the south west. These days I eat less ice cream and walk through the hilly streets and coast paths which is a great way to stay fit and enjoy some amazing scenery. I love how Cornwall, with her tides and unpredictable weather reveals herself serendipitously to those who take the time to explore. For example, during a recent walk I stumbled upon the wreck of the 'Romanie', believed to be the inspiration for Daphne Du Maurier's 'Rebecca'. I hope that if you come to stay at Chorister's Cottage you and your party will take away with you equally fond and inspiring memories.

Why they chose this property

Having grown up in the St.Austell area, I later moved to Truro and from there began living part time in London. It made sense for me during this time to downsize from my home in Truro to a cottage in my best loved corner of Cornwall. I am delighted to now have my own home here once again. Mevagissey, in my opinion, is one of the few Cornish fishing towns to still retain its integrity as such, it seems little changed since my childhood. I still live partially in London, but knowing that I will always spend some of the year in my home county, my criteria for a second home was to be close to my family and within walking distance of the sea and a pub or restaurant. It is a bonus to be in this part of Cornwall - an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'. Also I wanted easy access to the South West Coast Path. Parking was important as having the convenience of my own car to explore Cornwall and visit friends and family when here is essential. Finally I wanted a comfortable and cosy home with a real fire and a traditional feel; Chorister's Cottage ticks all of those boxes. I look forward to sharing this beautiful part of Cornwall with you. Whenever I return to my cottage it feels like coming home and I aspire to create an ambiance that is comfortable and homely in the hope that my guests will also feel at home whilst there.

What makes this property unique

In addition to the accommodation inside the cottage there is a delightful garden area at the front which gets the sun for most of the day. Being tucked away behind the old Church of St.Peter, this is a quiet and peaceful setting. The tranquillity of this hidden corner of Mevagissey contrasts with the activity and bustle of the beautiful harbour, yet it is less than a five minute, relatively level walk away. I am a romantic at heart and so the subtle details like the cries of the seagulls and, the birdsong of numerous other wild bird species during my stays here is a joy. In addition, at night time there is usually an owl hooting, bats flitting about the street lamps and when the sky is clear the stars never fail to delight me.

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