Cobbles Loft

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed in plenty of places in Cornwall, but Cobbles Loft in Mousehole actually surprised me – and honestly, that’s not easy to do anymore. The thing is, you’re right in the heart of one of Cornwall’s most ridiculously picturesque villages (I mean, we’re talking chocolate box cover level here), but somehow this place manages to feel intimate rather than touristy. The loft sits on Commercial Road, which sounds busier than it is – it’s basically the main drag through Mousehole, but since cars can barely squeeze through these medieval streets anyway, you’re not dealing with traffic noise.

What got me was the attention to detail that you don’t expect from most holiday rentals. The conversion work is genuinely thoughtful – they’ve kept all the character of what I’m guessing was probably an old fisherman’s cottage, complete with those chunky stone walls that keep things cool in summer and cozy when the Atlantic winds pick up. The space feels properly lived-in rather than showroom sterile, you know? There’s actually room to spread out your stuff without feeling like you’re camping in someone’s pristine display home. And the kitchen – well, it’s equipped like someone who actually cooks designed it, not just threw in the cheapest appliances they could find.

The location thing is pretty special, though I should mention parking can be a bit of an adventure. You’ll probably end up leaving your car in the main village car park and walking down with your bags – but honestly, that two-minute walk through the narrow streets with granite cottages pressed up against each other is half the charm. You’re literally a stone’s throw from the harbor, where you can watch the fishing boats come in early morning (if you’re up for it) or grab fish and chips from one of the places that actually know what they’re doing. The coastal path to Lamorna is right there too – I’d say it’s one of the best stretches of the South West Coast Path, especially on those clear days when you can see all the way to the Isles of Scilly.

What really sets this place apart is that it feels like you’re staying in the real Mousehole, not some sanitized version of it. You’ll hear the gulls in the morning, smell the salt air, and if you time it right in December, you’re perfectly positioned for the famous Christmas lights display that transforms the harbor into something pretty magical. The 9.3 rating makes sense – it’s the kind of place where small things are done right, from proper thick towels to decent Wi-Fi (which matters more than people admit). I’d definitely go back, and coming from someone who’s usually hunting for the next new place to try, that’s saying something.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $229. Holiday Home with 1 double bed and 1 bunk bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Anslow from United Kingdom – 3 March 2025 (10/10)

  Awesome apartment with all the amenities.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing it was brilliant.

• Karl from United Kingdom – 25 December 2024 (10/10)

  Everything. Property was exceptional
  
  What could be improved: Couldn't unload the car outside the property, but the car park was only 100m away, so was a really minor issue

• Natalie from United Kingdom – 1 October 2024 (10/10)

  A lovely stay in a very sweet cottage. Loved the location.

• Margaret from United Kingdom – 24 September 2024 (8/10)

  A very convenient location . The flat is comfortable with everything you need for a short stay.
  
  What could be improved: No spare loo paper! Expensive parking.
  Directions to property- bungalow on right is now a cafe! Also go via lower passage way as more room and you are less likely to fall over bins and bicycles!

• Graham from United Kingdom – 21 September 2024 (8/10)

  What could be improved: The sitting area was fine for us two but I’m not sure how a larger party would manage with the seating arrangements.

• Neil from United Kingdom – 17 August 2024 (10/10)

  A lovely place to stay in mousehole and an ideal place to explore the area. Loved it

• Jones from United Kingdom – 29 July 2024 (10/10)

  We booked this property last minute, such a beautiful little escape while we explored the local area!

• James from United Kingdom – 9 July 2024 (10/10)

  Great location, lovely standard internally, approachable owner. I've stayed in Mousehole numerous times before and can honestly say this is one of my favorite holiday rentals.

• Catherine from Australia – 3 July 2024 (9/10)

  It was compact but had everything needed. Very close to bus stop to get to Newlyn and Penzance.
  
  What could be improved: Only downfall was that you can’t park outside for packing or unpacking the car

• Julia from United Kingdom – 15 April 2024 (10/10)

  Great location for exploring west Cornwall, close to harbour
  
  What could be improved: Access but we did know about this before arrival.

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