This former fisherman’s cottage in Mousehole, Cornwall, has been converted with great care and attention into a spacious and elegant retreat. Overlooking the pretty harbour, it is the perfect seaside getaway for a family or group of friends. Watch the fishing boats bobbing on the water, feel the sand between your toes on the small beach or jump on a boat and view the rugged coastline from the sea. The more energetic can also walk 2 miles along the South West Coast Path to Lamorna Cove Beach or 7 miles to the award-winning beach at Porthcurno. In Porthcurno, you can also visit the open-air Minack Theatre and marvel at its sub-tropical gardens.
Inside this Grade II-listed granite cottage, the decor is light and airy. Whitewashed walls, cool tones, and comfortable furnishings sweep through the living area creating a soothing atmosphere. In the lounge, you’ll find plump sofas and plenty of homely touches including soft throws, brightly coloured cushions and a warming wood burner. There’s also a cute window seat that invites you to sit and soak up the harbour views. If you’re in the mood to cook, head into the well-equipped kitchen complete with granite work-surfaces, and rustle up a meal then serve at the dining table seating five people. Also on this floor is a shower room, handy for washing the sand from your feet after a day on the beach. From the ground floor, a staircase leads to the first floor where the bedrooms are located. A lovely king and a double room are situated to the front of the property and both feature creamy tones, elegant seaside artwork on the walls, and large windows that offer up sea and harbour views. In the morning, you’ll want to throw open the windows and listen to the sounds of the sea lapping against the harbour. They also both have TVs if you fancy a lazy lie in. To the rear of the property, and up a few steps, is a cosy single bedroom with an additional pull-out bed for an extra child. All the rooms are generously sized and have plenty of wardrobe space.
Although there is no outdoor area, you won’t be disappointed with your immediate surroundings - the harbour is right on your doorstep so come evening, pour yourself a cool drink then sit and enjoy it at the water’s edge.