Perched above the southern end of Mousehole harbour with extraordinary views stretching across Mount's Bay, The Old Coastguard is widely regarded as one of the finest restaurants in West Cornwall - and it's not difficult to understand why. This small, beautifully run hotel and restaurant has a quiet confidence about it that speaks of a place that knows exactly what it is and does it exceptionally well.
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BEACH
Mousehole Beach
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Mousehole Beach
Just a short, flat walk from Polvellan Heights along the harbourside path, Mousehole’s compact harbour beach is a genuine delight – and one of those understated coastal gems that guests return to again and again throughout their stay.
The beach faces east across the shimmering expanse of Mount’s Bay, which means it catches the morning sun beautifully – perfect for an early walk along the water’s edge with a coffee in hand. At high tide, the water reaches almost to the old granite harbour wall, creating that instantly recognisable postcard view of Mousehole that has made the village famous the world over.
At low tide, the beach truly comes into its own. An expanse of sand emerges alongside a wonderful network of rockpools, drawing curious visitors of all ages to explore what the retreating sea has left behind. Children in particular love the famous jumping rock at the end of the harbour pier, and the shallow, sheltered water makes this a wonderfully safe spot for paddling and swimming – ideal for families with younger guests.
For those staying in luxury apartment accommodation in Mousehole, Cornwall, having this kind of beach practically on the doorstep is one of the quieter pleasures of a stay here. It’s not a grand, sweeping beach – but it has a charm and an intimacy that perfectly reflects the character of the village itself.
Bookings are available year-round at Polvellan Heights, so whether you’re visiting in the height of summer or hoping to experience the beach in its quieter, more contemplative off-season moods, there’s never a bad time to be beside the sea in Mousehole.
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Tucked right on the harbour front, 2 Fore Street is one of Mousehole's best-kept secrets - and a genuinely special place to eat. This small, intimate bistro brings a quiet French influence to the Cornish coast, with a beautiful walled garden that opens on fine days to let in the salt air and the sunshine.
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One of the great short walks of West Cornwall, the coastal path from Mousehole to Lamorna Cove is the kind of walk that reminds you exactly why this corner of England is so special. Approximately three miles one way along the South West Coast Path, it offers granite cliffs, startlingly turquoise water, and sweeping views across Mount's Bay for much of the route - and it begins, for guests at Polvellan Heights, practically from the doorstep.
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