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Mariners Cottage

Mariners Cottage

4.7
out of 5
Ratings from 10 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.5
Comfort
4.8
Condition
4.8
Location
5.0
Value
4.5
Customer
Service
4.7


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 18th Century fisherman’s cottage with a charming, whitewashed facade 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 ocean scape 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 woodburner*.

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.

Review

Review submitted on Sat, 21 Feb 2026
3.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
3.0
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.


Adam from Gillingham stayed at Mariners Cottage for 7 nights in February 2026


Josh - Luxury Coastal replied 40 days ago
Hi Adam, Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We're really happy to hear that you felt cosy following the repair of the boiler, and that you particularly enjoyed the bathroom facilities. We do apologise for the issues that you faced in regards to the boiler - this was very much a one off, and we're sorry that this impacted the first night of your stay. As a self-catering property, we provide a starter supply of wood to help guests settle in, but we leave the rest to personal preference as many guests like to bring their own preferred brands. This approach is quite common in self-catering stays, though we appreciate it may differ from other experiences. We're grateful for you taking the time to leave this feedback - we'd be happy to welcome you back soon for a much smoother stay! Kind regards, Luxury Coastal

A perfect Christmas stay

Review submitted on Mon, 12 Jan 2026
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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.

Charlotte from High Wycombe stayed at Mariners Cottage for 7 nights in December 2025


Indigo- Luxury Coastal replied 79 days ago
Hi Charlotte, thank you for your review! We are so pleased to hear that you had a lovely quiet Christmas at Mariners Cottage. It is great to hear that it was spotless, clean and the location was perfect. We hope to welcome you back for another stay! Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.

Pretty cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 29 Dec 2025
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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 from Buckland Filleigh stayed at Mariners Cottage for 3 nights in December 2025


Nichola - The Luxury Coastal Team replied 89 days ago
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.

Blissfully perfect stay

Review submitted on Thu, 18 Dec 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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 from London stayed at Mariners Cottage for 7 nights in October 2025


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied 103 days ago
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

A place to recharge

Review submitted on Thu, 04 Sep 2025
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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.



Andrew from Harrogate stayed at Mariners Cottage for 5 nights in August 2025


Indigo- Luxury Coastal replied 191 days ago
Hi Andrew, Thank you for your review! This property is a lovely cottage in a perfect location, we are pleased that you found this. It is definitely the best place to sit back and relax to listen to nature. We are glad to know that the cottage was cosy, comfortable and the beds fantastic. We do hope to welcome you back for another relaxing stay. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team.

What a special, special cottage this is...

Review submitted on Mon, 09 Dec 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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 from Moreton-in-Marsh stayed at Mariners Cottage for 5 nights in November 2024


Chloe-Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
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

The most perfect location

Review submitted on Sun, 17 Sep 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Most perfect location & very quiet despite being a stone’s throw from the village .
Comfortable mattress in main bedroom


Karen from Lisburn stayed at Mariners Cottage for 7 nights in September 2023


Fionnuala- Luxury Coastal replied more than 1 year ago
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.

Sweet waterfront abode

Review submitted on Mon, 03 Jul 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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 from stayed at Mariners Cottage for 7 nights in June 2023


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
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

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Review submitted on Tue, 20 Jun 2023
4.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The outdoor facilities (for the seating area) are very dirty, so it was not posssible to enjoy the wonderful view!

Brigitte from xxxx stayed at Mariners Cottage for 3 nights in June 2023


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
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

One of the loveliest cottages to stay in

Review submitted on Sat, 20 May 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
You can’t fault this cottage it’s so special to wake up in the morning to the sea which is right there and the village mousehole a short stroll, so bobbing down to the Delhi isn’t a chore to get things in for breakfast etc. parking wasn’t an issue for us we parked in the harbour which cost us £5 a day, we thought very reasonable. In fact we didn’t drive the car the whole week we were there, we count the local bus which passes through mousehole every 15 mins and takes you to Newlyn and Penzance or you can easily walk to either quite easily. We didn’t struggle to find anywhere to eat probably some of the best sea food you can get.
The cottage is in the best location in Mousehole. Very clean, beautifully styled and up-to date with everything you need for a clean comfortable stay. Thank you.


Siobhan from YORK stayed at Mariners Cottage for 7 nights in May 2023


Emily replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Siobhan, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. I am very pleased to hear you really enjoyed your stay, made use of the location and enjoyed looking out onto the sea in the morning. We wish to welcome you back sometime in the future. Best Wishes, Luxury Coastal.