Self Catering in Cornwall - Mousehole

This romantic bolt-hole for two sits in the picturesque Cornish fishing village of Mousehole, 3 miles west of Penzance - a short scenic bus ride that runs every 20 minutes to and from Penzance train station. The harbour sea front is two minutes' walk from The Langley Tarne, as are many wonderful restaurants, shops and galleries.

Set within the picturesque Cornish fishing village of Mousehole is The Langley Tarne, a charming bolt-hole retreat for two. This characterful cottage is full of original features from its earlier days as a sail loft, lovingly retained including stripped wooden floorboards, sash windows and window seats. These, along with the cosy open fire place, oversized armchairs and sofas and the claw foot roll-top bath for two, make the cottage perfect for a romantic escape.

Mousehole lies 3 miles west of Penzance on the southern coast of West Cornwall, a short scenic bus ride from Penzance train station that run every 20 minutes.This quintessential seaside village with its narrow streets and quaint stone cottages, is a popular travel destination. Along the harbour front are a wonderful selection of galleries, gift shops and restaurants, while at low tide there is a safe, sandy beach within the harbour walls.

Further nearby beaches include Porthcurno, Penzance Promenade beach and Lamorna Cove. And if a four legged friend is on holiday too, try Salt Ponds beach or Roskilly beach which are dog friendly all year round. Walk up the hill from Mousehole and discover 300 miles of beautiful coastline walks.

In every season there is something magical to experience from the spring time woods and hedgerows full of wild flowers and bluebells, to the dramatic winter waves when they crash against the gigantic granite rocks rising out of the Cornish sea.

This holiday at a glance

• Sleeps two guests.
• One double bedroom and bathroom (floor plan on Layout tab).

• Small babies under 12 months welcome in own travel cot.
• Two well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
• Open fire place.

• For public parking information, please click here.
• WiFi.
• Minimum of a two night stay.

Additional features

• Original stripped floorboards and Cornish box sash windows.
• Handmade wooden galley kitchen with granite worktops.
• Claw foot roll-top bath for two.

• Walk in high pressure shower.
• Electric oven and separate hob.
• Fridge with small freezer compartment, dishwasher.

• Bose iPod docking station.
• Television with Freeview and DVD player.
• Roberts digital radio.

• Selection of books, games and DVDs.