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Harbour Hideaway

Mevagissey, near St. Austell, Cornwall
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Towels included
Quirky
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A quirky and characterful cottage providing a romantic coastal retreat, any time of the year
  • In the heart of Mevagissey yet tucked away in a hidden spot just moments from the harbour
  • Elevated, rear sun-trap terrace with outdoor seating
Property code: OC-H27460

Tucked away along a traffic-free lane near the historic harbour, this charming cottage offers a quirky hideaway for two in a central Mevagissey location and comes complete with an elevated garden offering views of the surrounding countryside.

Enter via a set of stone steps and find yourself in the charming dining/snug room, where a cosy wood burner sets the stage for delightful meals. Adjacent to this room lies the fully equipped kitchen, ready to cater to all your culinary needs. Ascend the stairs to the spacious lounge with an additional sofa and footrest, perfect for unwinding in front of the TV. Unique artwork, painted floorboards, and seaside-themed decor reflect the coastal ambience that surrounds the cottage. A short flight of steps leads you to the bathroom, and towards the back of the cottage awaits a welcoming double bedroom. Venture out through the bedroom’s back door and climb the steps to the elevated terrace to find a peaceful setting for al fresco dining. The enclosed courtyard at the front of the cottage offers an additional seating area shared with the neighbouring property. There’s also a utility building for your convenience.

This picturesque fishing village on Cornwall’s south coast enchants with its narrow streets, colourful buildings, and bustling harbour, where you can embark on a ferry trip to Fowey. The South West Coast Path weaves through the village, unveiling breathtaking views of the coastline. Enjoy a leisurely stroll to Portmellon Beach (1 mile) and continue on to Chapel Point and Colonna Beach, favoured haunts of grey seals. Fishing, boating, and hiking are popular pastimes, providing endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Don’t miss the Lost Gardens of Heligan, accessible by a 45-minute walk through a wooded valley or a 2.5-mile drive. The world-renowned Eden Project is also within reach 9.5 miles away. For a day at the seaside, Polstreath Beach (1 mile), Pentewan Sands (3 miles), and Gorran Haven (3.5 miles) promise unforgettable coastal experiences.

  • 1 bedroom with double bed
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and microwave
  • Outdoor utility cupboard with washing machine
  • Wood burner in dining room/snug – starter pack of logs supplied October to March 
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Enclosed, elevated terrace to the rear with outdoor seating along with a shared courtyard to the front with additional seating area
  • Due to the steep steps inside and outside this property is not suitable for people with mobility issue or young children
  • Payable public parking available within 0.2 miles
  • Nearest shop, pub and restaurant within 100 metres, beach 0.5 miles
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sophie Hodson

This property is personally managed by Sophie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 27 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Michael 30th June 2026

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This fisherman's cottage is a beautiful little retreat, screaming cornish from every room beautifully decorated, cosy and very well equipped, the roof terrace is the icing on the cake, we will be back next year fantastic holiday x

Reviewed by Jenny 21st June 2026

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Lovely little couples cottage to stay with our little dog

Reviewed by Dave 26th May 2026

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The cottage was outstanding. Location, comfort, equipment and cleanliness were absolutely better than expected. I would 100% recommend to friends and family, I am highly likely to re-book!

Reviewed by Anita 3rd May 2026

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Lovely cosy cottage and the roof top garden was a bonus, stairs took some getting used too but no problem for us. The only downside was having to pay for car parking for the week as nowhere in village to park

Reviewed by Ian 14th April 2026

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As reported more fully in the guest book, we really, really enjoyed our 3-week stay in this 'quirky' little 'hideaway' - its decor (particularly Sarah's artwork) was ideal and very appropriate. We also liked it's location - very convenient for the town and its facilities, and the wider area. In fact our only disappointment was the weather !! Ian&Read more Pam Fletcher. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 17th February 2026

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Ideally placed cottage with plenty of room for 2 people. Decor was totally in keeping with the surroundings and we will re-book.

Reviewed by Deborah 14th January 2026

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We had a wonderful new year break at the harbour hideaway, it was in a perfect location tucked away but a stones throw away from everything Mevagissy has to offer. The cottage was very comfortable and homely, with everything you needed. The roof top garden was a nice little extra, a bit cold at this time of year but I would imagine a bonus in the sRead moreummer months. We would definitely book again thankyou Hide

Reviewed by Penelope 28th December 2025

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Cosy yet spacious harbour-side cottage. Roof terrace garden for warmer weather. We spent Christmas here and loved it. A combo of the log burner and electric radiators kept us toasty. Mevagissey has 3 bakeries and a corner shop open 7-7 plus pubs. Recommend.

Reviewed by Lewis 26th November 2025

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Reviewed by Mike 26th October 2025

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This was an especially quiet place to stay (October). We loved the private rooftop garden and the very handy location. Comfortable, clean and plenty of room for 2 people. Already dreaming about a return visit.

Reviewed by Ian 24th September 2025

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This was a lovely little cottage, very comfortable and absolutely immaculate. Everything we could have needed was there. It was very quiet and the roof garden was a bonus. The stairs are steep but as expected in Mevagissey. Close to all the amenities too.

Reviewed by Steve 15th September 2025

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Great location, being regular visitors to Mevagissey, we knew where this property was so were looking forward to being close to all the action, but safe from the high tide! The cottage has a great balance of quirk and comfort, very well presented and has all the amenities required for most holiday makers. Nice to have the rooftop 'patio' particulaRead morerly for the dog. Hide

Reviewed by Chris 23rd August 2025

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Absolutely loved it. Unfortunately, I have a knee injury so the stairs were tough but we managed. Not a moan, just found them difficult.

Reviewed by Claire 27th July 2025

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Beautiful clean cottage fabulous location seconds away from the restaurants and shops just be mindful it has a lot of stairs to the different levels we were ok but our small dog could not do them which meant carrying him up and down

Reviewed by Alison 29th June 2025

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We had a great week here at for us it was pretty perfect, outdoor space , in the centre and very well equipped. If you have mobility issues this is not for you .

Reviewed by Neil 22nd June 2025

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Second time at this amazing property & will be back again, we love this place.

Reviewed by Linda 19th May 2025

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Lovely cottage, beautifully decorated with everything one could possibly need. Absolutely fantastic location. We had a glorious week!

Reviewed by Tony 23rd March 2025

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I havent been to Mevagissey since 1979 when I was a 12 year old and it was lovely to go back there. The cottage was very nice and snug and would definitely go back for sure.

Reviewed by Sam 4th March 2025

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Harbour Hideaway is absolutely lovely, really liked the upstairs living room and rooftop terrace. Facilities and decor were excellent - we had a super relaxing stay !!

Reviewed by Simon 22nd February 2025

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An Absolute gem! A perfect getaway for two of us and two dogs. Superbly finished throughout and well equipped with everything you will ever need; this is a beautiful cosy cottage with total privacy, peace and quiet. Ideal access for coastal and inland circular walks. Loved it!

Reviewed by Joanna 13th November 2024

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We parked to unload on short stay carpark by the church and then parked the car for a week at Willow carpark 35 for the week. It was literally a 5 minute walk to the cottage from the church short stay ( more if the Fountain Inn is open .easy to side track) The cottage is a few doors up from the pub on the left. Access via a few steps and through tRead morehe gate. Enter into a lovely little welcoming room. Small kitchen to the right which has everything you need for self catering. Spotlessly clean and overlooking a courtyard. This room has a dining table and log burner which we used and it warmed the cottage beautifully. Radiators in every room but we were lucky with the weather and only needed them later on in the evening. Up the narrow staircase is the living room. Again warm and welcoming and leading to the bathroom and bedroom. There is a door from the bedroom leading to a roof garden. No sea or harbour views but a lovely view over the rooftops at the village. Seating is up there too. The cottage is basically a lovely place to stay. It is central to the village and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. We would absolutely return if there is availability as we love Mevagissey and this cottage is absolutely perfect. Hide

Reviewed by Mandi 10th November 2024

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We spent the first week of November at the cottage and were fortunate to have a mild and dry week. I really wanted to light the log burner but the cottage wasnt cold enough, even without the heating on!! The cottage is very clean and cosy and the amenities are excellent. The stairs to the living room are very steep - I twisted my ankle the day befoRead morere we came away and found them quite challenging but the chrome bannisters were a godsend. The cottage is in a fantastic location close to everything Mevagissey has to offer. There are plenty of places to eat out at a reasonable cost and lots of places to explore slightly further afield. The Lost Gardens of Heligan are worth a visit and cost half the price of the Eden Project. All in all, we had a very enjoyable stay. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 15th October 2024

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Delightful cottage close to the harbour. Need to have good knees for the steps and stairs. If you like coffee, take your own cafetiere. Electric Shower is ok, the bath would be good if there was sufficient hot water.

Reviewed by Richard 29th September 2024

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Reviewed by Nicola 27th September 2024

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A lovely cosy cottage in a very central part of Mevagissey. The cottage was spotlessly clean and had all the standard equipment you would need, including dishwasher, hairdryer etc. We were very lucky with the weather so used the rooftop garden which was a lovely and peaceful place to read a book/have a glass of wine. Only drawback would be if yoRead moreu were of limited mobility you may find the staircase challenging. I parked at Sunny Corner car park which is only a couple minutes walk away, a weeks parking was 56 for the week. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 1st September 2024

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Reviewed by Edward 13th August 2024

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This cottage is perfect for a couple to enjoy the location. Perfect base to explore Cornwall.

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