The Old Pilchard Press

Stylish touches sweep through this ancient cottage respectful of its heritage while adding contemporary edges and seaside vibes to create a coastal Cornwall retreat for two. Your new favourite Cornish bolthole has landed.

Mousehole magic

Cute cottages sprawl across the picturesque and quintessential fishing village of Mousehole. Yet only a few promise wondrous havens behind their front doors. The Old Pilchard Press does just that. Shaking off its proud fishing past to revel in the comforts of modern style and flair, you’ll find only treat after treat after treat over its threshold today.

Close its stable style door behind you and ensconce yourselves - just the two of you - in its crisp white walls, comfy sofa, sumptuous sleigh bed, sinful slipper bath and exquisitely simple yet thoughtfully placed finishing touches.

Walk on into your kitchen. Centred around a range style oven, you can envisage the action here. Fresh fish or a lobster just off the boat prepared here by your own fair hands while a crisp, cool Cornish wine is sipped through the preparations. Savour your feast from the corner dining table or out in your decked courtyard around your bistro-style table with chairs. Sometimes it’s the simple things that create the best of memories.

No age-old cottage would be complete without its fabulous quirks and we adore the clever creation of space with the sitting room enjoying its first-floor position. Up the stairs, you’ll find a spacious living room with views - and a doorway - back down into your almost private alleyway in the heart of town. Reminded of your proximity to the sea, a stunning driftwood mirror adorns the wall above a wood burner begging to be lit. A stunning tripod lamp pours into the room as the sun sets and you settle down for a movie in your fully reclining sofa.

When tiredness calls, the mahogany sleigh bed and its king-size mattress draped with The White Company linen effortlessly calls you to relax a little more into a deep sleep. Awake to the sound of the sea, just a short wander away, to the bustle of fishing village life, to the squawk of a seagull calling you to enjoy the day.

You’re just a brief wander to the pub should dinner out appeal more. Where better to taste test Cornish gin, wine or brewing excellence. And from your pet-friendly Mousehole cottage explore this stunning village and the footpaths that lead from it and gaze back towards it. We think you and the dogs will love it here, time after time.

Bedrooms and bathrooms

The bedroom on the first floor provides hanging space and storage, over-bed wall lights and a single bedside table. The corner chair provides a cheeky glance over your location. The bathroom is on the ground floor with fabulous roll-top slipper bath and separate shower.