8/10 Good
Rupert M.
Oct 3, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location
Rupert M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
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Chorister's Cottage, quiet location in Mevagissey, sleeps 6, garden & parking,
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Mevagissey, ENG
- Lost Gardens of Heligan16 min walk
- Pentewan Sands Beach2 min drive
- Eden Project17 min drive
- Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Twin Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Chorister's Cottage, quiet location in Mevagissey, sleeps 6, garden & parking,
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.
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.
Property manager
Jacqueline Wedlake Hatton
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
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
Important information
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- KFC - 9 min drive
- Salamander - 8 min walk
- Into the Woods - 3 min drive
- Ship Inn - 4 min drive
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jane B.
Jul 3, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location and a great time had by all
Jane B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
6/10 Okay
Martin H.
Aug 27, 2022
Hill & cooksey holiday 20-08-2022
Martin H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Charlie W.
Aug 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab holibobs
Charlie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dietmar M.
Jul 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage Mevagissey
Dietmar M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Craig B.
Jul 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walking distance to harbour (and a hidden beach)
Craig B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Linda S.
Jul 2, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday
Linda S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Wayne P.
Oct 31, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay in Mevagissey.
Wayne P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Karen Gail F.
Oct 18, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Autumn get away
Karen Gail F.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Keith P., Matlock, Derbyshire, UK
Sep 18, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another idyllic stay at Choristers Cottage
Keith P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Joanne S.
Sep 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at the cottage
Joanne S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rose S.
Aug 26, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fab cottage in a great location!
Rose S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Philip C.
Jun 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped cottage in a lovely location.
Philip C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Keith P., Matlock, Derbyshire, UK
Jun 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in great location
Keith P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Matthew C.
Jun 5, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cottage in a Fantastic Location
Matthew C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Fiona B.
Jun 2, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday base
Fiona B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan B.
May 1, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a peaceful, central location
Jonathan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gill H.
Apr 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great holiday
Gill H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Olivia R.
Nov 1, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable cottage in ideal location!
Olivia R.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan T.
Oct 28, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Jonathan T.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jay N.
Oct 27, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marvellous Mevagissey
Jay N.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Susan W., FORMBY
Oct 7, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely time
Susan W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Justin T.
Oct 5, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and Comfortable
Justin T.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Susan T.
Sep 30, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
September Sun
Susan T.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kevin B.
Sep 15, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sept 2020
Kevin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
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.
Languages:
English
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