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. St. Michael's Mount and Penlee House Gallery and Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Mousehole Beach. Penzance Leisure Centre and Trengwainton Garden are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Lovetts - 6 min drive
The Dock Inn - 8 min drive
Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar - 6 min drive
Jubilee Pool Café - 8 min drive
Taj Mahal - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Mariners Cottage - a beautifully refurbished pet friendly 18th Century fisherman's cottage with sea pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Mariners Cottage - a beautifully refurbished pet friendly 18th Century fisherman's cottage with sea?
As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mariners Cottage - a beautifully refurbished pet friendly 18th Century fisherman's cottage with sea on 16 May 2026 start from £279, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Mariners Cottage - a beautifully refurbished pet friendly 18th Century fisherman's cottage with sea?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mariners Cottage - a beautifully refurbished pet friendly 18th Century fisherman's cottage with sea?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Mariners Cottage - a beautifully refurbished pet friendly 18th Century fisherman's cottage with sea located?
Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Mousehole Beach. Chapel St and Newlyn Tolcarne Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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
Debbie P.
29 Dec 2025
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.
Debbie P.
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.
Lovely cottage, beautiful view and great location. Had a great stay, thank you
Becca E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen G.
17 Sept 2023
The most perfect location
Most perfect location & very quiet despite being a stone’s throw from the village .
Comfortable mattress in main bedroom
Karen G.
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.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
4 Sept 2025
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.
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
Charlie H.
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
Claudia I.
18 Dec 2025
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.
Claudia I.
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
10/10 Excellent
Lawson C.
3 Jul 2023
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.
Lawson C.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 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
8/10 Good
3 Jul 2023
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 Jul 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
21 Feb 2026
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.
11 Dec 2024
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.
Alison B.
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