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Mermaid Cottage

(Ref. 979535)

Mousehole, Cornwall Show on map

Customer rating 4.7

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  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Open fire
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • stay (7)
  • lovely (7)
  • location (6)
  • mermaid (6)
  • mousehole (6)

10 Customer Reviews

  • "Mermaid cottage was the perfect place to stay, so close to the harbour and there were so many great places to eat within a few minutes walk."

    Easy access to the coastal trail and it was much nicer to stay in such a quiet and picturesque village while still having easy access to larger towns. Wish we could of stayed longer

    Thank you for your kind feedback. We are so glad that you enjoyed your time at Mermaid cottage and would love to welcome you back some time in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Matilda5.0★Sep 2025

  • "Mermaid Cottage is idyllic."

    Anything you could possibly need has been thought about by the owners. The charm of the cottage will stay with me forever as will the week I spend in Mousehole with my Family. I would highly recommend this cottage for a Family holiday both my children 11 and 13 absolutely loved it, there is so much to do in Mousehole you could spend your entire holiday on the lovely little beach, rock pooling, crabbing, watching the sea lions, exploring the alley ways and beautiful cottages. Eating at the restaurants and of course jumping in off the harbour wall. Likewise you are minutes away from beautiful beaches like St Ives, Sennen cove and many more. Loved it Loved it.

    Thank you for your feedback. We’re thrilled that you had such a fantastic time. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Barry5.0★Aug 2025

  • "Lovely location."

    Parked on the road into Mousehole, not far to walk, as the harbour car park was often full. Cottage very cosy, although downstairs a little chilly, even in the warm Spring weather. Log burner didn't seem to provide much heat. Stairs are quite steep, although not a problem for us but might be for the elderly and young children. Very comfortable bed. Welcome pack a lovely bonus.

    Thank you for your feedback, we're pleased you appreciated the welcome tray. We're sorry that you found the log burner didn't provide enough heat for you. We plan to intall additional radiators by this coming winter. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jackie4.0★Mar 2025

  • "Lovely cottage, clean,good culinary electrical facilities,comfortable beds,etc downside, no good heating ,would not have used woodburner let alone replace wood used, stairs were manageable but steep,would not suit elderly clients."

    Location good .We have been to Mousehole many times ! Mr P Fowle

    Thank you for your feedback. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Peter3.0★Oct 2024

  • "Had a fantastic stay at Mermaid Cottage, the only things we would say is the folder with all the information does need an update, it states the Bin day is Wednesday, so when we went to put the bin out Tuesday night there was a note on the bin stating collection day is Tuesday so we unfortunatly missed the collection."

    Also the shower tray doesn't drain fast enough, as someone who likes a long shower I had to keep turning the shower off and on again as I was about the flood the bathroom. None of this however detracted from a fabulois stay in your lovely cottage.

    Reviewed by Mark5.0★Sep 2024

  • "Great location, and so handy to have parking."

    Would come again. Apartment had everything we needed.

    Reviewed by Barry5.0★Aug 2024

  • "Had a fab stay at Mermaid Cottage."

    Lovely accommodation spread over three floors. Great location close to the harbour and some really great places to eat on the doorstep. Ideal for exploring the south west tip of Cornwall. Highly recommend the Mousehole bus.

    Thrilled you had fabulous time at Mermaid and enjoyed all that Mousehole has to offer. We hope to see you again soon! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Robert5.0★Jun 2024

  • "Perfect house in a magical location."

    The cottage is beautifully decorated and with lots of local art and furnishings. Mousehole itself didn’t disappoint and the local shops and pubs are really lovely. Ideal spot to see that West part of Cornwall. We enjoyed the games provided and the supplies of milk, tea, coffee and biscuits. We would highly recommend anyone to stay at Mermaid Cottage.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased to hear that your visit to Mermaid Cottage was enjoyable. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Liz5.0★Oct 2023

  • "We had a wonderful stay at Mermaid Cottage, set in the heart of beautiful Mousehole."

    The cottage is set over 3 floors and was perfect for us and our two teenagers. The ground floor was very homely with a comfy sofa and large family breakfast table, where we enjoyed sitting together and playing the board games provided! All mod cons. Only downside was no washing machine. Upstairs the rooms were bright, airy and quiet. Beautiful bathroom which felt new and clean. Great shower and bath. Mousehole itself is in a perfect location and with easy access to some great beaches for surfing and fantastic walks. We hope to stay again!

    We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time in Mousehole and found the cottage clean, modern and comfortable. Unfortunately, we haven't yet worked out where we could fit a washing machine, which we agree is a shame! We fell in love with the Range cooker and now there's no room :-). We look forward to welcoming you back again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Nina5.0★Jul 2023

  • "We had a really lovely stay."

    A great cottage - even better in real life than on the website. Very clean and comfortable.

    We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Mermaid cottage. Thank you for your feedback. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Tracy5.0★Jun 2023

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Summary

  • Over three floors
  • Three bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request), 1 x second-floor bunk
  • Bathroom with free-standing bath, Walk-in-shower with fixed rainfall shower head with handheld option, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Electric heating with underfloor heating in the bathroom
  • Electric range oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, wine chiller
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel, power, and a few logs available for initial fire for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available
  • Parking in a nearby car park or free on street parking where available
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop, pub, restaurant and Mousehole Harbour 0.1 miles, beach 1.5 miles
  • Note: Communal access to the rear of the home
  • Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
  • Note: Like majority of Mousehole properties this property does not have private parking; please be aware prior to booking
  • Note: The bunk beds are only suitable for children 12 years and under
  • Note: Being a traditional fishermans cottage the stairs are steep and narrower than average.

The property

The charming and traditional fisherman's home known as Mermaid Cottage rests paces away from Mousehole Harbour in Cornwall.

Mermaid Cottage offers a great location for a family getaway, complete with stunning sea views, flexible sleeping options, and well-equipped, self-catering lodging, all within walking distance of a hub of facilities and the beach.

Before heading to your new abode, park your car in a nearby public car park.

Start your getaway in the open-plan living area, where you can relax on the plush sofa while the woodburning stove is lit, prepare delectable meals in the kitchen area and enjoy a bottle of wine with your dining companions; there's even a useful wine chiller to keep your drinks cool and ready for serving.

As the day gives way to night, find the bathroom, and relax with a luxurious soak in the free-standing tub, or use the walk-in shower facilities if you'd rather have a refreshing shower.

Choose between three stylish bedrooms, a twin (zip/link), a king-size room on the second floor, or a bunk room on the second floor.

Awaken to your morning routine before heading into the village, where you'll find a deli and supermarket, 2 Fore Street Restaurant, and the Four Teas Cafe Mousehole, all of which will ease your self-catered stay.

The Newlyn Art Gallery, which is worth a visit if you're an art enthusiast, is also awaiting nearby, along with the nature-filled coastline of Newlyn Tolcarne Beach; further attractions and utilities can also be found in Penzance.

Reach St Ives, a popular Cornish town, by car, where you can tour the Tate St Ives art gallery, stroll along Porthgwidden Beach, people-watch from St Ives Harbour, and dine with a view of the coast in the background.

Keen hikers will also enjoy the opportunity to explore the Penwith Heritage Coast and the breath-taking Land's End viewpoint.

Make memories at Mermaid Cottage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

Where you’ll be staying

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MOUSEHOLE

Penzance 4 miles; St Ives 12 miles.

A delightful fishing village nestled on a hillside and spilling down to the shore. The picturesque harbour, surrounded by its maze of winding narrow streets, draws visitors from miles around, while in the distance St Michael's Mount stands proudly in the centre of Mounts Bay. A fabulous coastline and miles of spectacular walking characterise the area, with seabirds, seals and wild headlands leading just around the corner to Land's End. The Minack cliff-top theatre is a few miles along the coast, while reminders of the region's ancient past in the form of Dolmens and standing stones appear everywhere. St Ives, with its stunning beaches, beautiful harbour and narrow winding streets is just 12 miles away.

The cottage can only accommodate a maximum of 4 adults, as the bunk beds are for under 12’s only.

Flexible cancellation terms

If you cancel before 12 noon , get all of your money back:

  • Rent
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  • Fees

excluding the Flexible Cancellation fee and any insurance premium.

There are a small number of circumstances where you can’t use Flexible Cancellation. See the Flexible Cancellation Terms that apply.