Manderley Cottage, Mousehole

On Duck Street in Mousehole (pronounced "Mowzul"), Manderley Cottage is a two-bedroom, dog-friendly property in one of west Cornwall's most characterful fishing villages. Rated 9.5 on Booking.com, the cottage scores a perfect 10 across staff, facilities, cleanliness, comfort, and location categories.

The kitchen is fully equipped with oven, stovetop, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, and electric kettle. A washing machine, dining area, and living room with sofa and TV complete the ground floor. Free WiFi is available throughout, and the bathroom has a walk-in shower.

Mousehole Harbour Beach is just steps from the front door. The South West Coast Path passes through the village, connecting to Lamorna Cove (2 miles west) and Newlyn (1.5 miles east). The harbour itself is protected by a 14th-century breakwater, with fishing boats resting on sand at low tide.

The village has a handful of restaurants, art galleries, and the Rock Pool cafe on the harbour wall. Each December, the harbour light display and Tom Bawcock's Eve celebration on 23 December draw visitors from across Cornwall. St Michael's Mount is 11 km away, and the Minack Theatre about 14 km along the coast.