Harbour Retreat

Harbour Retreat is a three-storey cottage in Mevagissey, sleeping six across three bedrooms. The cottage has just one bathroom for the full group, a detail worth weighing for a party of six sharing over a week.

Inside, a wood burner warms one living space and an open fire another, giving two separate places to gather on cooler evenings. The kitchen has a dishwasher, and a washing machine handles laundry mid-stay. Wi-Fi and parking are included, and an enclosed garden gives private outdoor space within the village. There is no hot tub, pool or EV charging point, and dogs are not accepted.

Pentewan Beach is 1.4 miles away, with Gorran Haven Beach 2 miles and Hemmick Beach 3 miles further round the coast. Mevagissey itself is a working fishing village where the inner streets are too narrow for cars, lined instead with stone buildings, tea rooms and pubs around the double harbour; the Mevagissey guide covers the village in full. A summer ferry crosses to Fowey for a day out without moving the car.

Rates start from around £3,459 per week, with Saturday changeovers. Harbour Retreat holds a 10 out of 10 rating from 36 Sykes reviews. **Best for:** a group of six wanting a village cottage with two fire features, an enclosed garden and full laundry facilities. **Less good for:** dog owners, EV drivers, or six guests who would struggle sharing a single bathroom.