Smuggler's Cottage

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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Pub/shop < 1 mile
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

12 Customer Review(s)

“We had a lovely week at Smugglers Cottage and loved the quirkinesses of it.”

It would be really useful to have a microwave, a fridge with a small freezer section. And although the bed was comfortable and I slept like a baby it felt as though the frame itself would break, my husband and I aren’t the slimmest and we were worried our weight was going to be too much for it. Geoff was very helpful when I spoke to him on the phone and we will definitely book again. Thank you

It would be really useful to have a microwave, a fridge with a small freezer section. And although the bed was comfortable and I slept like a baby it felt as though the frame itself would break, my husband and I aren’t the slimmest and we were worried our weight was going to be too much for it. Geoff was very helpful when I spoke to him on the phone and we will definitely book again. Thank you

- Mrs Waters, September 2020
“The cottage is ok for 2 people; not very comfortable, living room very dark, (poor lighting) and had to buy toilet paper and bin bags/rubbish bags; I did not expect this, given the price range.”

Could only find various apps on the television , no 'live' TV; and no info on the TV 's set- up - despite covid restrictions, I think it would be best to supply some form of instructions for the TV, the hob and oven? I prefer to have some info before I turn anything on, especialy electrical.; fridge does not have any freezer compartment either. Why not? Close to the harbour, but don't try to park at the cottage at all, very narrow street with traffic passing all the time; use the car park as advised.

- Mrs Hughes, September 2020

Thank you for your feedback. I called you before your visit, as I do all guests a few days before their stay, to give you my number in case you needed anything whilst on holiday to make your stay the best it can be -guests can call and I will assist on any matter straightaway. If you had called me I would have been able to arrange for the cleaner to pop in with some more loo roll /bin bags along with helping you with the tv, hob and oven. Instructions have been put away due to Covid but are basic hob and oven features which are simple to use and have been used easily by past guests. I hope, however, you enjoyed your stay at the property. Owner relations
“We had a lovely week staying in Smugglers cottage with our 2 dogs.”

It is a small and cosy little cottage just feet away from the harbour. Its location is excellent and is ideal for a couple wanting to get away to a beautiful location such as Mevagissey. The cottage provided us with everything we required. Our stay was made even more special as the cottage owner called us the day before our holiday to ask if we had any questions or required any info prior to our stay which was fantastic and a lovely touch in making us feel welcome. There is a lovely little park a few minutes walk up the hill from the cottage for those staying with dogs. All of the amenities within the cottage were clean and in full working order. We stayed during the really hot week in August and the downstairs of the cottage did stay relatively cool, which was great for the dogs. However sleeping with the windows open at night to cool down is not a great idea if you wish to sleep due to the local Seagulls singing contest that takes place through the night, however it didn't ruin our stay and added to it by being on the coast. There is no parking at the cottage, of which you are required to park on the outskirts of town in a long stay car park, of which they cater for holiday homes in the area and we had no issues with parking here and coming and going on a daily basis. A wonderful cottage in a wonderful location, we would definitely recommend and would return again in the future.

- Mrs Liptrott, August 2020
“Bed not comfortable, it sagged and 'squeeked' if you moved.”

No microwave which is important as almost all guests will be self catering ( move the glassware and it can sit on brackets ). No colander or grater, no use instructions for the various electric goods, took a while to figure out. The property was as expected, small and quaint.

- Mr Wait, August 2020
“We had a great time at Smuggler's Cottage.”

It's a really simple cottage in a great location (virtually on the harbour - not at the very front but literally takes 15 seconds to walk into the main harbour from the front door) and is perfect for a couple looking to stay right in the middle of Mevagissey. The cottage itself is a little dark, as it is quite closed in by the surrounding buildings but it is very well kept and was really all we needed as a base for the week. The owner, Jeff, was always contactable during the trip if we needed anything. He kindly phoned us before the trip to ask if we needed any restaurant / coastal walk / day trip recommendations, which was so helpful as we barely knew a thing beforehand. All of his suggestions were spot on!

- Mr Cowen, July 2020
“A gem of a holiday cottage!”

Absolutely perfect for a couple. We have been visiting Mevagissey for over 30 years and love the place. We have 4 kids and when they were young and holidayed with us, we stayed in 3 and 2 bedroomed cottages in various parts of the village. The kids have all now fled the nest and so we didn't need anything too large. My wife found this cottage several months ago when we decided to spend New Year's Eve in Mevagissey. The price was so reasonable compared to the other properties in the village. There are very few, if any, one bedroomed cottages to rent in Meva, and so I suppose this is reflected in the price. Excellent value. There was no sea view, but as we were literally 25 yards from the harbour, it was not an issue. It is the first time we've not stayed 'up the hill', so to speak, and if you know the village you'll know how high up much of the rental property is! Hard work when you're carrying a bag of shopping, so It was nice to be so close to the town centre, it's shops, pubs, restaurants, attractions and harbour. The lounge/ kitchen is well equipped with the benefit of Netflix/ BBC iPlayer TV. However, I'm not up to scratch with this modern technology and couldn't work out how to use the TV! I called Geoff the owner, and he was most helpful in explaining what I needed to do (I've now got Netflix on our TV back home!) The bedroom is beautiful, bed extremely comfortable, and and we slept so well. Despite its central location it is extremely quiet as it is on the lower right hand side of the town as opposed to the busier left side. After we returned home we realised that in our rush to beat the traffic we had left an iPod speaker and a tablet at the property. Again I phoned Geoff who said he would contact the housekeeper and have them posted back to us. He called me the next day to say that they'd also found two shirts that I'd left behind which they would also return. Absolutely fist class service. We will look forward to staying at this lovely little cottage again.

- Mrs Moran, December 2019
“Although we had a lovely stay in smugglers cottage, we feel it could be improved in.”

We had a leak in the roof in the passage from the front door and also in the bedroom window. The front door lock needs replacing, as spent a good few minutes trying to lock and unlock the door. We lite a fire, and all the smoke just bellowed into the room, so had to put it out. Also no sharp knives, to cut bread etc. Also the mattress needs replacing. Although it didn't spoil our holiday, it would have improved it no end. Thanks for a lovely holiday.

- Mr Midwinter, October 2019

Thank you very much for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention. The owner has arranged for his maintenance man to address the issues immediately. The roof and the bedroom window have been checked and there are no leaks. We believe that due to the extreme weather conditions at the time of your stay that it was the direction of the wind blowing the driving rain into the property. The front door lock has also been checked. The open fire is actually a non-working ornamental fire place. The owner will be at the property next week and will check the knives and the mattress. We are glad that you enjoyed your holiday and do hope to see you again soon Owner relations
“The cottage is in a great position in the heart of Mevagissey and a few metres from the harbour.”

It was clean and well decorated but it suffers from having no real outside views apart from a wall and a bit of an unused area. There is not a lot of information in the property folder and this led to us missing the bin collection. However, we had a lovely time and woukd recommend Mevagissey as a destination.

- Mrs James, September 2019
“Old cottage with a modern feel”

Located just a few steps away from Megavissey Harbour is this lovely cottage. The cottage is light and airy, the furniture comfortable. The compact kitchen has a modern oven and hob. An ideal holiday retreat. Due to the steep stairs the occupants need to be fairly fit and agile. The pubs/cafes and restaurants are all within walking distance. What more could you ask for? And they allow dogs too if you have a four legged friend.

- PamLJ, August 2019
“Lovely little cottage in a wonderful location!”

Would recommend to my friends looking for a relaxing venue!

- Mr Rose, August 2019
“The town of Mevagissey is gorgeous and we can't wait to come back.”

The cottage was lovely and has all you need. The only criticism we had is that the bed could do with a new matress and bed sheets that fit the matress and duvet.

- Mr Carroll, August 2019
“Mevagissey is a really lovely place, once we arrived we didn’t leave.”

It is a lovely relaxing destination. Smugglers Cottage was a great place to stay it has the olde world charm but decorated very modern, and was bright and airy. It had every comfort of home, and is located just a few steps from the bustling harbour.

- Mr Hamblin, August 2019
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The property

Smuggler's Cottage can be found directly on the harbour front from the picturesque harbour of Mevagissey, tucked away amid a collection of characterful cottages within a cobbled alleyway.

The cottage boasts a wonderful smuggling history and is well-appointed for a couple seeking to explore the wonderful setting of this Cornish coastline setting.

Internally, the cottage offers a tranquil scene with calming hues of blue and white to ensure a wonderful place for you and your loved one to come back to each evening.

Spend your down time within the open-plan living room, where you can curl up on the plush sofa where smugglers once dashed from the sea and accessed the cottage via the secret hatch.

The space comes with a contemporary kitchen area which houses all the essentials to whip up a delicious evening meal that can be enjoyed at the dining table.

Head up the open tread staircase to find a well-presented double bedroom, complete with characterful exposed beams and a well-appointed en-suite with a walk-in shower and basin.

If you can tear yourself away from this wonderful base, a step out the door will bring you to the harbour full of boats.

Choose to dine one evening at one of the superb restaurants, or pick up the essentials at one of the nearby shops.

To keep you busy whilst staying here, venture to the famous Lost Gardens of Heligan or hop onto a ferry and spend some time at Fowey.

Alternatively, venture slightly further afield to the Roseland Peninsula where you will find a selection of glorious beaches.

Smuggler's Cottage is an idyllic base for a retreat with your loved one.

Summary

One double bedroom with en-suite shower and basin
Ground-floor cloakroom with basin and WC
Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with ornamental fireplace (non-working fire).
Electric intelli heating with open-fire
Electric oven, hob and grill, toaster, kettle, Smart TV and DVD player, selection of books
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Sorry, no smoking
Two pets welcome
Pub and shop within 0.1 miles
Note: Property is not suitable for children as stairs are steep and narrow

About the location

MEVAGISSEY

St. Austell 5.5 miles; Truro 16 miles.

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. Spend some time at the Tall Ships harbour at Charlestown (7 miles) with its shipwreck museum, or among the tropical biomes of the world-famous Eden Project (11 miles). The stunning coastline, fabulous beaches and renowned gardens of the beautiful Roseland Peninsula are a short drive down the coast while Truro, with its shops, restaurants, theatre and cathedral can be reached by car in half an hour.

Please be aware there is no working fire at the property currently

Smuggler's Cottage

Mevagissey, Cornwall (Ref. 1011349)

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a lovely week at Smugglers Cottage and loved the quirkinesses of it.”

“The cottage is ok for 2 people; not very comfortable, living room very dark, (poor lighting) and had to buy toilet paper and bin bags/rubbish bags; I did not expect this, given the price range.”

“We had a lovely week staying in Smugglers cottage with our 2 dogs.”

“Bed not comfortable, it sagged and 'squeeked' if you moved.”

“We had a great time at Smuggler's Cottage.”

“A gem of a holiday cottage!”

“Although we had a lovely stay in smugglers cottage, we feel it could be improved in.”

“The cottage is in a great position in the heart of Mevagissey and a few metres from the harbour.”

“Old cottage with a modern feel”

“Lovely little cottage in a wonderful location!”

“The town of Mevagissey is gorgeous and we can't wait to come back.”

“Mevagissey is a really lovely place, once we arrived we didn’t leave.”

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About the location

MEVAGISSEY