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Reviews of Large cottage, 3 bed all en-suite, Hi specification,10 minute walk to Mousehole.

Large cottage, 3 bed all en-suite, Hi specification,10 minute walk to Mousehole.
Mousehole, England

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9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 41 reviews" "
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9.6/10

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8/10 Good

Andrew H.

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Weekend get-away.
Ideally located for what we wanted. Short distant from Minack Theatre, we had tickets to attend event, and plenty of other attractions. Comfortable accommodation, with all requirements needed, provided for. Minor problems with power supply to downstairs lighting, owner attempted to fix, arranging electrician to call, but to no avail. Not a major issue, we coped.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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Harvon lea
Harvon lea is a great place and situated in Paul village only a short walk into mousehole the house itself was spotlessly clean and every effort was made to make our stay very comfortable. 3 en suite bathrooms was a real bonus and we hope to return in the future. The owner was quick to reply to messages with any query I had and even left a card and chocs and a bottle of fizz to help us celebrate my big birthday. This was easily the nicest property we have ever stayed at Thankyou
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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Paul, Cornwall
A very enjoyable stay in a first class property. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

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Great cottage and great location
We really enjoyed our stay here. The cottage was larger than it appeared on the photos and clean. Lots of amenities and perfect with the en-suite bathrooms. A lovely touch having a bottle of fizz to welcome us in the fridge and milk too. The side entrance was perfect for a pushchair. The position was great to walk in to Mousehole and sample some of the wonderful restaurants. Plus it was easy to visit the surrounding area including Sennen for the surf. We would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

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A weeks stay in Mousehole
Lovely house in a fantastic location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

john w.

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Absolutely Beautiful Cottage.
Beautiful cottage with all the amenities you could possible want from a holiday cottage plus more. Front entrance, the steps are a bit steep but there is a side entrance with a lot easier access. Very handy if you come home wet and muddy from One of the lovely walks around the village with your four legged friend/s. The back door leads straight into the utility room which has all the facilities required to clean up, there is even a gate to stop your pet/s from taking the mud inside the cottage. The washing machine was very handy to. Having en-suites in every bedroom is a real plus, no waiting around in the Mornings to get ready. We didn't actually use the Kitchen for anything other then making drinks but it has everything you need (Dishwasher a real bonus) Toilet rolls left ready to use and a nice bottle of wine sitting chilled in the fridge, milk waiting for that much needed drink on arrival was a nice touch. Parking has been mentioned in previous reviews, we never encountered any problems with parking always available very close to the cottage. Harvon Lee is the perfect base to explore West Cornwall, from Mousehole, Newlyn, Penzance, Lands End etc etc. If Alan will have us we will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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Excellent
The cottage is welcoming, comfortable and is of a very high standard throughout. It's in a peaceful location and having previously stayed in Mousehole where parking can at best be described as challenging, the unrestricted parking on the quiet road outside the cottage-and in fact throughout Paul-meant parking the cars was never a problem. Harvon Lee is a delightful, idyllic house in which to enjoy a Cornish holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2022
A seasoned visitor to Cornwall who even surprised me at his varied itinerary, I didn’t realise there were so many things to do. Parking availability has always been a plus for those wishing to get out and about exploring the region.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Perfection
Easiest and stress free booking experience with very helpful and friendly hosts. Cottage was absolute perfection. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Mandy T.

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Had a fabulous stay
Great size house and good amenities. Will be even better when steps and front garden are improved next year. We had a great time today exploring Cornwall with our American friends.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Lynette S., Ilminster

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Great location for exploring
A good base, warm and homely Stairs and one of the rooms would not suit a larger built person
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2021
Pleased to hear the cottage was warm and cozy as we head towards winter, Cottage’s by there nature are a tight fit for the larger person, possibly a different choice of property in the future would be beneficial.

10/10 Excellent

Gillian R.

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Lovely quiet and welcoming cottage
We enjoyed a peaceful and relaxing holiday at this wonderfully equipped cottage. The village is quiet and has a lovely pub, which unfortunately was closed for dining during our stay. The walk into Mousehole is easy enough and The Old Coastguard highly recommended for food and views, but if you're not a fan of hills brace yourself for the walk back! The step up to the cottage front door is quite high so probably not that suitable for the elderly or less agile, although we made use of the side access mostly as we had dogs with us. This was a godsend to keep them and the property clean, and the utility area is very well equipped for this purpose. Parking was never a problem and we found plenty of places to walk the dogs around the village for early morning and evening walks. Location is ideal for exploring West Cornwall and we had trips to Porthleven, Praa Sands beach, Perranuthnoe beach (cafe is great for breakfast barms after a walk on the beach), St Ives, Penzance and Marazion in between visiting local friends. We would definitely return to Harvon Lee in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2021
Thanks for your review it does sum up the cottage and it’s location very well. Understandably parking availability is a one of the most frequently asked questions of guests considering making a reservation and your comments are welcoming, as there has never been a issue with parking. Plans have already been drawn up to make the old stone steps leading to the front door a bit more friendlier for people with worn out knees: like myself! We would love to welcome you back.

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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Fab Little Gem
Well what can I say - if you book this little gem you will not be disappointed. We booked last minute as they had a cancellation. House was lovely - had 3 en-suites and 4 toilets! Huge fridge freezer, dishwasher, tumble dryer and washing machine - home from home :) The location was great - little stressful managing the winding country lanes but once you have done it a couple of times you get used to it. Lovely pub down the road that takes dogs for your eve meal. Best to book in advance on line - Lovely walk into Mousehole - not much there but nice for a walk in the eve and a pint of beer :) We had a lovely time - visited lots of places which were within 30mins drive so not too tiring - lovely pint of milk tea bags and biscuits left for us upon arrival - no shop in Paul so be prepared. Parking wasn't an issue - you can part outside house or down the road. Garden was small but ok to sit out and have a glass of wine in the evening. All in all a fabulous little gem and one we will certainly go back and revisit. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daphne T.

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September 2021
Lovely cottage, very cosy and comfortable well equipped kitchen. Good location for the end of Cornwall. Visited St Ives, st Michaels Mount, Lands End.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

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Lovely cottage with all creature comforts in fabulous location.
Well equipped cottage. Each bedroom has a bathroom which is extremely convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Sian C.

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Pretty cottage with good facilities.
We had a very comfortable stay. Our dog enjoyed the enclosed patio and we went on many excursions to Porthcurno, St Ives, Zennor and Marazion. Always we could return to a cosy and well appointed cottage. Thankyou for a fantastic break away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele H., Woking

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Excellent
Property was excellent, clean and tidy and had everything we needed. Close to Mousehole and just a 20 min drive to the great beaches of Porthcurno and Sennen Cove and just 10 mins to Penzance. Our family really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nigel L.

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Tasteful, comfortable and practical
Couldn’t fault this property - absolutely lovely and very high spec. Beautiful village and loads to do within a short distance drive. We loved it - thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

lynsey e.

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perfect holiday cottage
A cosy, yet spacious holiday cottage in a lovely village location. Having 3 en-suite bathrooms plus a downstairs loo was invaluable to us having teenage daughters! The outside space was lovely, great to chill out in the evening, plus a great safe place to wash down and store all the beach gear. The kitchen was really well equipped, felt like home. The only thing it was missing was an ice-tray for the freezer, no ice in the local supermarkets either

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

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Lovely cottage and great place to stay
We had a lovely stay at the cottage. It was clean and very well appointed. Ideal location for visiting many nearby attractions and beautiful bays. We would highly recommend this lovely cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2021
We have had many reviews this year on different sites, commenting on the ideal situation of the cottage for parking and visiting the many attractions in West Cornwall. It is difficult to find a village so close to the coast with unrestricted and ample parking.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Lovely cottage
Great location, very comfortable cottage.

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine L.

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Lovely property
The host Alan was helpful and prompt in responding to any questions I had, even responding to me in the car on the journey to the cottage!!The house was so good for 6 adults, great to have 3 bathrooms plus a loo downstairs! We took kayaks and paddle boards and having the large utility room for storage was useful. Plus an outside tap for cleaning salt water and the side access gate gave easy access to the garden. If you took a dog on holiday it would be perfect staying here. The walk to Mousehole was easy and as we parked in Paul so much more convenient than trying to drive in! Yes the walk back was uphill but easily done. We wouldn’t recommend the Kings Arms in the village, we thought it was overpriced for average food. We would totally recommend the Old Coastguard in Mousehole- great food & drinks choices and lovely friendly service . We walked the coastal paths from the cottage, walked into Newllyn. The cottage is a fantastic place to base your time in the area. I would recommend it to anyone

10/10 Excellent

Carol S., GATESHEAD

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Stunning property with everything you need
This cottage was so lovely to stay in - it was really well cleaned and set up and we could not have asked for more. It was comfortable and had plenty of space. All of the instructions were amazing and the neighbours were super friendly. So close to the lovely port of Mousehole and the village pub is well worth the visit. Thank you to Alan and Christine for sharing your home with us,

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

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Lovely comfortable cottage
Excellent accommodation, great location. Mousehole a short walk downhill, several excellent pubs, restaurants and cafes nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

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Our stay in Paul
This was a great rental! Had everything you need!! Lovely location, lots of lovely walks and beaches nearby!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

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Excellent property, great location, 5 stars
Excellent

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

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A wonderful cottage
We had a fabulous time.The property far exceeded our expectations.It was great having all the room en-suite.Every care & thought had been taken to make sure we had a good time.It is in a perfect location for visiting lots of wonderful beaches & attractions.We would 100% recommend this beautiful cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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Just the job
Great place, plenty of room and everything that is needed is available. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Graham K.

Location location location!
Great base for exploring a beautiful part of the world. Spectacular and dramatic coastline, lovely beaches, all within close distance of the property.

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

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Fantastic Property & Location
The property was as described on the Home & Away site and perfectly located to explore South West Cornwall . The property was clean and it felt as if you were at home! I will recommend this property to my family and friends and I hope to revisit again in te future
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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Lovely cottage in a great location
A lovely cottage that has been finished to a very high standard and family friendly. Would be useful to have a travel cot and high chair to save bringing them from home. The location is excellent and all of west Cornwall is in easy reach and Mousehole is just a short walk, even our 2 year old walked most of the way up the hill. Would definitely recommend and happily return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2020
Michael is right! a travel cot and high chair would be a benefit for the cottage, we will have one in place later in the season.

10/10 Excellent

Desmond L.

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Lovely house
Very well equipped house and ideal for our break. Just as described and would be happy to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erika C.

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Lovely stay in Cornwall with friends and family
Harvon Lee is a beautiful house in a lovely peaceful location. We loved being able to walk down to Mousehole with the children to go rock pooling and we had a fabulous boat trip out from the harbour to spot seals. The property was the perfect size for 4 adults and 2 children and had everything we hoped for. Booking process was very straightforward. We would love to return in the future. Thank you for a lovely stay.

10/10 Excellent

Lucy H., Witney

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We LOVED our stay and will definitely be back!!
We loved our week in the cottage from the minute we walked in the front door! It had everything we needed and more, so cozy and comfy! We walked for miles, and enjoyed Mousehole on several occasions, even the walk back up the hill, even if we did have to carry puppy Fred! We would recommend this to anyone who wants to explore and enjoy Cornwall, a short distance from many interesting places to visit, with some lovely walks thrown in! We can't wait to return! We were even welcomed with flowers, cookies and wine! Thanks Allan it was a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

MELANIE REYNOLDS

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Dull outside but lovely and cosy inside!
This was a really late booking as we were unable to go to our other one due to storm damage and what a great place. There were 5 of us and our old labrador. It was a fab place with everything you could ask for at the property. We were even welcomed by flowers and mince pies...thank you. All the little things you need were there... washing up liquid, soap in bathrooms and towels. Beds were comfy and the house was warm downstairs. We even used the log burner. Bathrooms all great and clean and bright To make it even better this time of year we could have done with a small drier as really did not want to put the dog towels in tumble drier and too wet to use the washing line. The area is lovely and we had done great walks around by the cricket club and back through the cemetery . People we saw were friendly Thank you Alan and Christine .. we hope to book again.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Glad we could help out at short notice, and that you enjoyed the cottage. A clothes maid to put in the boot room is a good idea, as opposed to using the tumble dryer for dogs towels, I will get one.

8/10 Good

Rachel P.

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Great location
Comfortable cottage, in a pretty village. Great for two couples or a small family.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
We are pleased you enjoyed the village and found the cottage comfortable, but regret that the cottage did not achieve our normal 5 star rating.

10/10 Excellent

Antony P.

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Home from Home
Property was very modern and well appointed. A luxurious cottage, that was better than expected, with a truly home from home feel, and ideally located for lots of short day trips. Ideal for a very relaxing holiday.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and your remarks regarding the cottage being ideally situated for an easy getaway for day trips is encouraging, particularly in August, and near Mousehole.

10/10 Excellent

lianne p.

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Just what the Doctor ordered.
The whole experience from booking the holiday to the accommodation itself was stress free. The cottage was beautifully presented. Everything was thought out with great detail. Exceptionally clean and there wasn't anything we needed once there. Great place for a family. Location was picturesque with lovely coastal walks to adjoining villages. My only negative, would have to be. Not for people with mobility difficulties. The rather steep hill back up to the house if you walk out for even a paper of a morning, is no easy task. No amenities on the doorstep. So it meant using the car or accepting that an hours walk/hike round trip is required, should you run out of milk etc. But fine for the fitter people in the group. We took our elderly parents in their 70's. They had a problem. All that aside, it was a pleasurable stay and we will continue to visit Cornwall. Many thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
So pleased you enjoyed the cottage, and as we are not there, it is good to hear your remark about it being exceptionally clean, it confirms we have a good housekeeper, who did also mention that you also left the property exceptionally clean, thank you. I note your comments regarding there are no shops within easy walking distance, and have now mentioned that on the property details.

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

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A beautiful quaint cottage that exceeded our expectations .
A beautiful quaint cottage of a very high quality. The cottage is situated in a quiet area of Mousehole with a short drive to the Harbour. It was easy to travel from this cottage to other beautiful areas in Cornwall. I would highly recommend staying here again and the host sent very clear directions and a bit of a history and future of this cottage. Thank you Alan and Christine for this experience. Bless you both Ali
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
As we have only just started to rent the cottage, it is so rewarding to receive such positive comments from our guests, thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Kerry C.

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Excellent
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The layout and organisation of the property was perfect Village quiet and peaceful and finding parking is no problem at all. Liked the rural feeling and also very close proximity to Penzance - or anywhere we wanted to go!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karan T.

FANTASTIC PLACE FOR A GETAWAY
We couldn't have asked for more with this large bright cottage, which is clean and modern, with everything you needed and great that you can park outside, to get a quick getaway to some of our favourite haunts. We have previously stayed in Mousehole a short ten minute walkaway, but parking was an issue, well not here it isn't. There are some great walks and the walk into Mousehole is a great way to stretch your legs before exploring the beautiful harbour and local shops etc...... I give this Cottage a ten star rating and will certainly be back for an autumn break. A credit to the owners.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Our first review, and it's nice to know that the cottage was enjoyed and came upto expectations. Yes! Sensible parking is permitted in the village, but be careful not to prevent buses from free passage or you could have your vehicle removed. The village has more than 8 public footpaths leading of in all directions....so great for walkers choosing a different route each day.

10/10 Excellent

Maurik W.

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Lovely house in a lovely area.
It is clean, plenty of room for 6 people, all the equipment and appliances we need. Many thanks for your support for the COVID 2 day tests.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021