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Stunning House above Mousehole Harbour - Relax in Space & Style, with Pool.

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Pool with Summer House in background
The master bedroom on the ground floor
The Family Suite on First Floor
A glorious balcony leading from The Family Suite
Open Plan Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6488 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Mousehole, ENG
  • Mousehole Beach
    7 min walk
  • Newlyn School of Art
    4 min drive
  • Newlyn Tolcarne Beach
    7 min drive
  • Penzance (PZE-Penzance Heliport)
    16 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Stunning House above Mousehole Harbour - Relax in Space & Style, with Pool.

PRICE DISCOUNTED FOR SEPTEMBER WEEKS.
Spacious & Beautifully Presented Property - Room for all the Family.
Easy walk down to Harbour Village of Mousehole, West Cornwall.
Use of Shared Outdoor Swimming Pool - Fun for all the Family.
Dog Friendly so your beloved pet can come too!
Sleeps 6 Comfortably with ground floor master suite.
Great kitchen if eating in, but easy walk to nearby restaurants.
Set in Elevated Position, so secluded but with easy access.
Private Garden to relax and unwind.
Use of mini football / tennis court to keep the kids entertained.
Safe and easy off-road parking to make your life easy.
Local hosts so live like a local with access to plenty of local tips!
An ideal choice for Families, multi-generational families, children and dogs.

The Summer House is a unique property set in an elevated position above the picturesque harbour village of Mousehole. Mousehole is a quintessentially Cornish harbour, just a few miles west of Penzance in West Cornwall, with picture postcard harbour, winding streets and a plethora of galleries, cafes, shops and restaurants. The property is set above the village so boasts distant sea views and easy walking to the harbour whilst offering an extremely peaceful and tranquil location. The ideal choice for families, friends, children and pets. The Summer House offers guests a luxurious home from home experience. Set in the grounds of a family home guests can benefit from wonderful shared options including a beautiful swimming pool and outside mini tennis / football court. Situated just outside Mousehole, The Summer House is an ideal location for exploring the whole of this incredible part of Cornwall.
Accommodation
Ground Floor – The front door leads to a spacious hallway with a separate downstairs WC. Much of the ground floor accommodation is made up of a large and bright open plan living area which is well furnished with defined areas for eating, cooking and relaxing. The whole space is beautifully appointed with large sliding patio doors across the far wall, leading out to the private garden. The sitting area is comfortable with two sofas, arm chair and squashy bean bags, with a large wall mounted plasma screen. There is a dining area with good sized table and seating for six people and a beautifully designed kitchen at the back of the living area with plenty of storage cupboards, granite work surfaces, Belfast sink and island with three stools.

There is a large master suite on the ground floor, the bedroom is spacious with super king size bed and a small sofa. The bed is a very comfortable super king size but can be split into twins if necessary (must be agreed in advance). There are double glass patio doors leading out to the decked area and garden. At the back of the room is a large ensuite shower room with double sized steam shower enclosure, WC and basin. The flooring on the ground floor is travertine tiles with animal skin rugs throughout.

A wooden staircase leads from the kitchen area to the first floor: The Family Suite – is an open plan room with a clever layout to create two distinct sleeping areas. To the right of the stair case is an area with two single white wooden beds and a large dressing mirror. To the left of the staircase is the spacious main sleeping area with a large super king wooden sleigh bed with hanging space behind the bed, bedside tables and a large wall mounted plasma screen. There are patio doors leading out from the room onto the first floor balcony with views of the private garden, shared family garden and swimming pool. There are sun loungers on the balcony for full relaxation! At the far end of the room is a large, beautifully presented family bathroom with freestanding bath, WC and basin, the perfect place to relax after a busy days exploring!

The Summer House is set in the grounds of a family home. There is a private garden area mainly laid to lawn with a decked area immediately outside the patio doors and flowerbeds. A small gate leads to the family garden where you have access to a small sized grass football pitch, which can become a tennis court in the summer. Between the Summer House and the main family house is a stunning outdoor “infinity” style swimming pool which the owners are happy for guests to use respectfully. The pool is heated from Easter until end September.

There is a large gravel driveway shared between the Summer House and the family house with parking for two cars. There is also a large shed at the front of the Summer House with tumble drier and lots of space to store surf boards, wet suits, beach clobber and bicycles.

Karen and John are the incredibly welcoming owners of the Summer House and absolutely encourage the guests to make full use of all the shared facilities including , swimming pool and astro pitch. One dog is welcome at The Summer House but must be agreed in advance and guests should be aware that Karen and John have two gorgeous beagles living with them in the main house

The Summer House is located between the small village of Paul and above the iconic Mousehole Harbour and would make an ideal base for both families and couples alike. There are Pubs, cafes and restaurants within a short walk. There is a small sandy beach in Mousehole, just down the road. The sandy beaches of Porthcurno, Sennen and Marazion, to name but a few are around 20 minutes away. Strictly a non-smoking property. Pets (Max 1) welcome by prior arrangement. Arrival / Departure: Friday - negotiable off season.

Property manager

Phay MacDowel
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bookings in the peak season must run from Friday to Friday, 7 nights min
Once a booking has been accepted, guests will need to complete and return a booking form

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penzance

Located in Penzance, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Newlyn Art Gallery and Penlee House Gallery and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St Ives Harbour and Jubilee Pool. Travelling with kids? Consider Trengwainton Garden and National Dahlia Collection. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
Map
Mousehole, ENG

What's nearby

  • Mousehole Beach - 7 min walk
  • Penzance Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive
  • Lamorna Cove - 8 min drive
  • St. Michael's Mount - 14 min drive
  • Minack Theatre - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Penzance Promenade - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Dock Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lovetts - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Yacht Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fraser’s Fish & Chips - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning House above Mousehole Harbour - Relax in Space & Style, with Pool. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Stunning House above Mousehole Harbour - Relax in Space & Style, with Pool. pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning House above Mousehole Harbour - Relax in Space & Style, with Pool.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning House above Mousehole Harbour - Relax in Space & Style, with Pool.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning House above Mousehole Harbour - Relax in Space & Style, with Pool. located?

This family-friendly Penzance holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Mousehole Beach. Newlyn Tolcarne Beach and Chapel St are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

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Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rexford N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to stay
Just above Mousehole, a recently refurbished place that fitted the 5 of us (2 adults, 3 kids) with plenty of room spare. A highly recommended base for a holiday John and Karen are the owners who live next door, and they're wonderful and helpful. They really make the place even more special. There was even cake, butter, milk, and bread waiting for us on arrival! Try out the steam shower!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous holiday cottage
We had a really rainy week in Cornwall, but our holiday was nevertheless wonderful, in large part due to this wonderful holiday cottage and the delightful hosts, John and Karen. The cottage is just a short walk from the idyllic harbour in Mousehole with a handful of great pubs and restaurants. The cottage itself is brilliantly set up for a family, with two good size en suite bedrooms, a well equipped kitchen, toys and games, and a big pool (that we braved despite the rain...!). You couldn't ask for better hosts - John and Karen were friendly and helpful with recommendations for beaches, activities and restaurants to try. We'll be back, hopefully next time with some sun! Thanks for a lovely stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home from home
Wish we could have stayed longer. Lovely hosts. Spotless house. Everything within a short car ride. We’d definitely come again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just fabulous
This was a home from home everything you need for a relaxing holiday amazing place very tastefully decorated lovely gardens and pool outstanding cake and lovely touches with flowers tea coffee milk bread wine etc mousehole is beautiful we will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
“Summer House” Mousehole
We had a fabulous stay in the “Summer House”, gorgeous property. We loved spending time in the pool and playing a game of tennis. A very short distance to walk to the beautiful Mousehole. Would highly recommend a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place
Lovely house, lovely grounds, smashing pool and tennis court !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! What a fabulous place
This was just the best week for all of us. Ages 10 -79. The house and garden are so comfortable and spacious. The garden is really tropical with acers and bamboo etc and all the facilities were great. We really loved the use of the beautiful pool and tennis court and ping pong table. The position is wonderful. Peaceful and yet walkable to Mousehole and the pub in Paul. We loved hearing the male voice choir rehearsing in the church. Thank you John and Karen - great hosts, never intrusive but always friendly and helpful. Five star holiday!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection in Mousehole
Wow… a truly amazing property in a beautiful setting.. the pictures give you a glimpse of what your stay might feel like, I can promise you it’s incredible, topped off by an amazing family as hosts… not at all intruding, in fact go out of their way to be private for you…but on hand to make sure you have the best time ever! In which we did… thank you! Envious of the next family … until the next time ❤️
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Hudson H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week at the Summer House
What a great property! We really enjoyed our stay at the beautiful Summer House, which is even better than it looked in the photos. John was so helpful, and the pool was a real bonus with just the chill taken off for an unseasonably sunny October.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Luxury summerhouse perfect for a family break
Amazing location, very clean with lots of facilities. The owners were very accommodating and the Pool was great for our teenage boys including the football pitch and tennis nets. The space in the house is amazing and big enough for our children to have their own space without us all being on top of each other. All modern amenities including great WIFI. It was a luxury find in a hidden quiet spot and central to many other beaches and activity's. We also brought our dog and she was also welcomed within the property with lots of outdoor space that was safe and private to run around. Definitely recommend this idyllic haven in Mousehole!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous accommodation and location
I would wholeheartedly recommend the Summer House for anyone visiting Cornwall. Perfect in every way
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carl d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful holiday, lovely location, peaceful.
We had such a wonderful holiday at the summer house with our 18 month old, Mousehole itself is small and we fell in love with it, the beach a short walk (although up hill on the way back to help burn off cakes and ice cream) and wonderful views from the old coastguard and rock pool cafe. Karen and John were lovely and we used the pool a few times which was such a bonus, our little boy loved playing on the step so just his feet were in with a few toys. We would definitely recommend staying here ❤️
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

gregg m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The summer House
We had an amazing stay at the Summer House and we were made to feel very welcome by the owners. The property is beautifully decorated and well stocked with everything you could need. The owners regularly checked that everything was to our satisfaction and offered advice of where to eat/what to do etc. Would highly recommend and highly likely to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

alex k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place!
The Summer House is an absolute delight.! Beautifully decorated and well stocked - every detail had been considered. We had a wonderful week in lovely Mousehole and John and Karen couldn’t have been more welcoming. Thanks so much we will be back! The Kemp family
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can safely say this is the best house we've stayed in on our annual Cornwall break! Will stay again!
We really enjoyed ourselves. The weather was great so we went out most days, however if it was bad, you could easily find things to do in the house. We met John the owner, such a nice and welcoming guy! You could easily have a BBQ with him! Very polite and always offering help etc... The house itself really suited our needs, really relaxing and we felt like royalty there almost. Very private! Nice little walk into Mousehole which is a great little village, nice food and the best ice cream ever (must have had about 15 between us all). The only regret I have is we didn't get a chance to say bye to John and his family and thank them personally as the kids were playing up as they didn't want to leave! Hopefully we were good guests and they'll allow us back - as we would certainly return time and time again

10/10 Excellent

Val C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and well equipped property
This was a very well set up property, with an excellent kitchen, good sized lounge area and comfortable bedrooms. Karen and John were very friendly, and left some lovely goodies for our arrival. The pool was a nice sun trap and the garden was very peaceful. Wifi quality was good ( mobile reception is limited.) We would recommend this property highly. The restaurant 2 Fore St down the hill in Mousehole was spectacular, well worth a visit or two.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Juliet V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Summer House
Beautiful property in a great location. The Summer House gave us everything we needed & more. The house is beautifully kept with added luxuries. It’s in a peaceful location & only a short walk away from the picturesque Mousehole harbour. Very happy with our choice!

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

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Wonderful week at The Summer House
The house is amazing, they had everything you might need and more. We didn't want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Fabulous break in beautiful surroundings
From the moment we entered the Summer House we were taken with how stylish and well equipped it was. There was a lot of attention to detail with the decor, and lovely Elemis toiletries in each bathroom. The bedrooms were comfortable. No tv in the downstairs master suite but this just encouraged me to read my book! Games and toys of the kids was s lovely touch. As was the use of the games room and pool- which was stunning! The owners were just lovely, and very jean to make our stay comfortable. Everyday John checked to make sure the pool was warm enough for us to swim in. Location wise it was perfect. Mousehole is s beautiful coastal village that has some lovely restaurants in a quaint setting. A fab holiday!

10/10 Excellent

Emma K.

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The Summer House
A lovely property, spotlessly clean and with everything you can think of. The owners of the Summer House could not do enough to help us during our stay - so friendly. The location is amazing, perfect for a relaxing holiday. Great memories, thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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Lovely base for exploring
We had a lovely time exploring West Cornwall despite the terrible weather! A short downhill walk into Mousehole with lots of cute cafes around the harbour. House a good size for 2 couples and 2 babies.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanna W.

Unforgettable holiday thanks to stunning house and wonderful hosts
Our holiday in Mousehole was absolutely wonderful, we loved every minute and struggled to leave at the end of the week! The house is so spacious, comfortable and tasteful too. John, Karen and family were not only so welcoming and friendly, they left us a delicious home baked cake, flowers, a bottle of Prosecco and fresh bread with Cornish butter - all such lovely gestures. We couldn't fault the facilities and surroundings, their garden is very beautiful with sea views in the distance, and a whole host of acitivities for the children which really made the holiday. Mousehole is the prettiest Cornish village I've ever visited with little winding lanes, such an attractive harbour and a sprinkling of gorgeous shops and galleries. Thank you so much for a perfect holiday, we can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joan K.

Wonderful, quiet retreat above the town of Mousehole.
The Summer House was absolutely a wonderful place to stay for our visit to Mousehole, Penzance, St. Ives, and the South Cornwall coast.. The two bedrooms are both large with a king bed in each, and a large, private bathroom for each room. The bedroom upstairs also has a lovely alcove with two twin beds for 2 children. The owners, John and Karen, were very helpful, even to the point of increasing the heat to the pool as the air temperature was getting cooler near the end of September! They have a lovely, tranquil piece of property which they were happy to share with us. We could walk into Mousehole for dinner or cook at home in their modern, well appointed kitchen. Thank you so much, John and Karen, for letting us share in your beautiful, quiet retreat!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

About the host

Hosted by Phay MacDowel

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The Summer House is marketed by Stylish Cornish Cottages, a small family run business. We have been providing holidays in West Cornwall for a little over 15 years now, and nothing is too much trouble when it comes to your holiday! We live in West Cornwall so know the house and the area inside out, any questions you may have or any experiences / advice you want booked we can do so for you.

Why they chose this property

A perfect property for any type of holiday in West Cornwall. It is beautifully but comfortably furnished with plenty of space for 6 people. Beautiful views from the First floor, family suite and wonderful grounds. A small private garden and use of a wonderful infinity style pool.

What makes this property unique

A pool to entertain, plenty of space for all the family to relax, a private garden to chill with a glass of something after a days exploring. The wonders of West Cornwall are literally on your doorstep; walk down to Mousehole harbour for wonderful food, a swim in the harbour or the little natural swimming pool; walk the coastal path to Lamorna or Penzance. Or jump in the car to the larger beaches, towns and attractions, many of which are within a 30 minute, easy drive of The Summer House. If you are looking for a holiday to relax, unwind and reconnect with the family - this is the choice for you!

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