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Shell Cottage, Mevagissey
Mevagissey

£415 - £1092 per week
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Light the woodburner and cosy up in the evening with a hot chocolate in hand.

Light the woodburner and cosy up in the evening with a hot chocolate in hand.

Sit around the table and enjoy some locally bought produce from town.

Sit around the table and enjoy some locally bought produce from town.

After a day spent ambling the coast path, Shell Cottage is the perfect base to come back for cosy evenings.

After a day spent ambling the coast path, Shell Cottage is the perfect base to come back for cosy evenings.

Rustle up your favourite meal in the well-equipped kitchen.

Rustle up your favourite meal in the well-equipped kitchen.

Settle into bed for a dreamy night's sleep.

Settle into bed for a dreamy night's sleep.

Wake up and make yourself a cuppa to sip in bed whilst you discuss the day's plans.

Wake up and make yourself a cuppa to sip in bed whilst you discuss the day's plans.

Shell Cottage is perfect for a couple or family of 4.

Shell Cottage is perfect for a couple or family of 4.

Open a bottle of wine and relax in your courtyard.

Open a bottle of wine and relax in your courtyard.

Just a short walk from all the town's shops and restaurants.

Just a short walk from all the town's shops and restaurants.

Run yourself a relaxing bath and fill it with bubbles.

Run yourself a relaxing bath and fill it with bubbles.

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Shell Cottage offers guests a traditional Cornish holiday in the heart of Mevagissey. Unwind and relax in the sitting room, which is a warm and cosy sanctuary. Furnished with a deep comfy sofa and large armchair, woollen throws, and a wood burner, which is set back in an exposed stone fireplace, makes for the perfect place on those cooler evenings. Upstairs, discover two characterful bedrooms, each thoughtfully styled to create a comfortable sleeping environment. You will also enjoy taking your morning coffee out onto the decked area, where you can make plans for the day ahead, whether it be a picnic at the beach, or a day exploring Heligan Gardens.

Mevagissey is the perfect Cornish fishing village, with winding cobbled streets and a picturesque harbour full of boats. Stunning walks lead along the coast in both directions, with sandy beaches, high cliffs and hidden coves to explore. The village has an excellent selection of pubs and restaurants, whilst just up the road are the Lost Gardens of Heligan. A ferry from Mevagissey to Fowey also runs daily between Easter and September.

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Where you'll sleep

Bedroom 1

Double

Bedroom 2

Twin

Entrance

access from main road, front door into:

Sitting/dining room

sofa, armchair, TV, wood burning stove, dining table with four chairs, door to:

Bathroom

bath with shower over, WC and basin.

Kitchen

electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer. Stairs to first floor and access to courtyard garden.

Bedroom 1

double bed.

Bedroom 2

twin beds.

Courtyard garden

access from landing with door to garden. table and four chairs.

Additional information

please note there is no parking directly in front of the cottage. Free Parking is available for guests at Willow Carpark, approximately a three minute walk from the property, WiFi, up to two dogs welcome.

 
 

loved Mevagissey and being able to just stroll down to the harbour area from Shell Cottage was wonderful.

October 2023

Beautiful little cottage, very nice and clean. Outdoor area on second floor a bonus. The free parking which is literally 3 minutes walk from the cottage ideal. The parking attendants were all very helpful and polite. Bathroom and toilet on the ground floor which might be a problem for some. Shower very efficient over the bath. Skylight in the kitchen great. Skylight in the bathroom novel! Lovely relaxing stay in Mevagissey.

June 2023

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Holidays in Mevagissey

Stay in Mevagissey and you’ll be perfectly placed to explore all that the south coast of Cornwall has to offer. Take a ferry trip to Fowey, visit the Lost Gardens of Heligan or spend a day at the beach at the nearby Pentewan Sands.

Best known for its harbour and fishing boats, Mevagissey still boasts as being part of Cornwall’s thriving fishing industry. Fresh fish can even be bought from the hut on the harbour wall, located a short stroll from the village aquarium, once the lifeboat station. Wander around the harbour area, with its narrow streets, fascinating shops and galleries and recall its smuggling history, or just relax in the bars and restaurants and coves and on nearby beaches.

There is a ferry boat which runs from end of April to beginning of October from Mevagissey to Fowey three or four times a day (don’t miss the return journey!) – journey time about 35 minutes. You may be lucky and spot some playful dolphins!

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Mevagissey Harbour is nestled into the south coast, traditional cottages overlooking the bobbing boats.

Mevagissey Harbour is nestled into the south coast, traditional cottages overlooking the bobbing boats.

Stroll along Mevagssey Pier and enjoy far-reaching views across the sea.

Stroll along Mevagssey Pier and enjoy far-reaching views across the sea.

It’s a difficult decision…

It’s a difficult decision…

The working harbour is busy and thriving throughout the year.

The working harbour is busy and thriving throughout the year.

Be mesmerised by the stunning views overlooking Mevagissey Harbour and village.

Be mesmerised by the stunning views overlooking Mevagissey Harbour and village.

Walk the South West Coast Path from Mevagissey to Pentewan and you’ll be amazed by the views along the way.

Walk the South West Coast Path from Mevagissey to Pentewan and you’ll be amazed by the views along the way.

Local fisherman can be seen regularly leaving the harbour to fish out of Mevagissey.

Local fisherman can be seen regularly leaving the harbour to fish out of Mevagissey.

Try your hand a fishing along the pier and see what you can catch.

Try your hand a fishing along the pier and see what you can catch.

Meander along the harbour front, sit and relax in the sun and watch the boats bringing in the catch of the day.

Meander along the harbour front, sit and relax in the sun and watch the boats bringing in the catch of the day.

Wander through the winding streets of Mevagissey; choose Cornish gifts as a memento of your time in Cornwall.

Wander through the winding streets of Mevagissey; choose Cornish gifts as a memento of your time in Cornwall.

Elevated above the harbour, the beauty of the village can really be appreciated.

Elevated above the harbour, the beauty of the village can really be appreciated.

Boats from across Cornwall visit the harbour at Mevagissey.

Boats from across Cornwall visit the harbour at Mevagissey.

Mind your step as you walk along the harbour, boats are attached along the edge of the wall.

Mind your step as you walk along the harbour, boats are attached along the edge of the wall.

People visiting the quaint fishing village can enjoy admiring the boats, including the traditional wooden boat, in the harbour.

People visiting the quaint fishing village can enjoy admiring the boats, including the traditional wooden boat, in the harbour.

Why not enjoy the short stroll to nearby Portmellon for a beach day?

Why not enjoy the short stroll to nearby Portmellon for a beach day?

Beaches near Mevagissey

Situated on the south coast, which is known for its balmy weather and beautiful blue seas, you won’t be short of beach days during your stay in Mevagissey.

Portmellon beach – Just over the hill from Mevagissey lies the pretty village of Portmellon with its perfectly sheltered, sandy beach. At low tide, you’ll find a fantastic stretch of sand ready and waiting for beach games, while high tide sees the waves lapping mere feet from the road.

Pentewan beach – A wonderfully large expanse of white sand that’s just down the road from the bobbing boats of Mevagissey, Pentewan is a stunning spot for some sunbathing and sea-bathing. You’ll also find plenty of opportunities for watersports, with windsurfing, kayaking and sailing all popular options.

Polstreath beach – Also known as Mevagissey beach, this pretty cove is a short coastal walk from the harbour of Mevagissey. The climb down might be on the steeper side but you’ll be rewarded with perfect swimming conditions and stunning views.

Gorran Haven beach – Alongside the gorgeous sandy beach at Gorran Haven, which is only a few miles from Mevagissey, you’ll find lots of lovely pubs and cafés where you can rest and refuel after a day in the waves.

Places to visit

Things to do in and around Mevagissey

If you’re heading to Cornwall’s sublime south coast, then the beauteous allure of Mevagissey and its surrounds will hold you captive throughout the duration of your stay.

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Walks around Mevagissey

There are some wonderful walks in and around Mevagissey, especially if you take the coastal path. You can head south to Gorran Haven, a small fishing village with a beautiful beach, just two miles from Mevagissey. Alternatively, if you travel north, you can head towards Pentewen, another small village with a lovely beach. From Pentewen, you can take the trail through the woods, or if you prefer, you can hire a bike from Pentewen to explore the woodland on wheels.

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Events

Mevagissey Shanty Festival

The Mevagissey Shanty Festival showcases shanty and accapella groups from all over the UK. The event begins at 7pm on the Friday and will continue on the Saturday at 11am. The main stage at Mevagissey Activity Centre also features a Cornish beer festival.

11th - 13th October 2024

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Mevagissey Feast Week

Celebrated since 1754, Mevagissey Feast Week is a celebration of food, music, dance and more. With a host of colourful events being held throughout the week, this is a festival not to be missed!

23rd June - 29th July 2024

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What our guests say...

We know how important honest reviews are when it comes to booking your holiday. To help you choose the right property for you, we publish all reviews left by guests who have stayed here in the past, with the few exceptions stated in our Review Guidelines. Please bear in mind that some facilities referred to by past guests in reviews can be removed or changed at any time.

loved Mevagissey and being able to just stroll down to the harbour area from Shell Cottage was wonderful.

Beautiful little cottage, very nice and clean. Outdoor area on second floor a bonus. The free parking which is literally 3 minutes walk from the cottage ideal. The parking attendants were all very helpful and polite. Bathroom and toilet on the ground floor which might be a problem for some. Shower very efficient over the bath. Skylight in the kitchen great. Skylight in the bathroom novel! Lovely relaxing stay in Mevagissey.

We had a fantastic week at Shell Cottage. The cottage was very comfortable with everything you need and lovely bedding. The location was perfect a 2 minute walk to the harbour where we enjoyed the pubs, restaurants and shops on offer. Had some lovely walks without using the car, there is a fantastic beach just a 10 minute walk away. We will hopefully come back next year and definitely recommend Shell Cottage.

Aspects Holidays comes up trumps again! We absolutely loved our stay at Shell Cottage in Mevagissey. The location is great: it is a very short walk into the centre of town and to the harbour, which was perfect for us as we were walking the coast path. The car park is also a very short walk away so it is easy to transport luggage to the cottage. Checking in to the car park and accessing the property were as easy as could be. The decoration is tasteful and the cottage is well-kept. It was the perfect size for us (two plus a dog); you could comfortably have four people. The kitchen is snug so you have to work tidily, but it has everything you need. We really appreciated having a washing machine. There is an outdoor terrace which was lovely in fine weather. The road was quiet and peaceful when we were there in mid-May. Overall, we could not fault anything about our stay in Shell Cottage and will look at re-booking if we ever head back to Mevagissey. It was excellent value for money given the location, the space and the parking.

Lovely quaint cottage 200 meters from the beautiful harbour Would highly recommend Dog friendly 10/10

Shell Cottage is a wonderful find. It has captured that comforting feeling you get when visiting your granny by the sea as a child. It’s decor is spot on and it contains all you need for a relaxing holiday! The outside terrace is a lovely bonus! Close to the harbour but it is not in a noisy street.

 
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