Mousehole is located just three miles westward around Mounts Bay from Penzance and is one of the most beautiful coastal villages in Britain. Happily, it has remained largely unspoiled by the developments of the 20th Century and it continues to present the image of the classic Cornish fishing village of bygone days. The village, whose name is pronounced "Mowzel", is centred around a nearly circular harbour protected from the force of the sea coming across Mounts Bay by two sturdy breakwaters. Today there still remain some fishing boats based in the harbour while these are augmented by pleasure craft to make the vista of the harbour peaceful and idyllic. It was in Mousehole that lived Dolly Pentreath, reputedly the last person who spoke the Cornish language as her natural tongue, which died with her some 200 years ago.

In winter, the harbour entrance is closed by sturdy wooden beams to keep the force of the sea at bay and to protect the village. Shortly before Christmas on "Tom Bawcock's Eve" a monstrous fish pie is baked and consumed by the patrons of the Inn on the quayside. This event, which becomes a major village party, attracts visitors from both the surrounding district and from all over the world. A small and very safe beach is located in a sheltered part of the harbour which is popular with families, particularly those with small children.

2 Chapel Place is immersed in the maze of quaint narrow streets and intriguing passageways that are so much a part of Mousehole's charm, Chapel Place is no longer typical of the traditional cottages that cluster in its midst. After a complete re-furbishment in 2004 it now boasts the light fresh harmony of a contemporary style interior that is fashionable and comfortable, yet retains several classic features including stable doors, panelled ceilings and a period fireplace; all finely balanced with the modern day luxury of 'a shower room and two bathrooms' (one has a spa bath), and a beautifully fitted kitchen with a generous Rangemaster stove. The simple elegance of windows dressed with pale wood-slat blinds add a relaxed unfussy charm to the spacious lounge and upstairs bedrooms attractively dressed in co-ordinated fabrics each have their own antique French wardrobe. A rare find in this Cornish fishing village are a convenient parking for one small car * just outside the front door and a pretty patio style garden which catches the sun from late morning onwards; an ideal spot for an early evening barbecue. If you feel the need to explore, Lamorna, Porthcurno, Lands End, Sennen and St Ives are all within easy distance.

*Parking for one small car only (please ensure the car does not overhang the double yellow lines). Please note that in Mousehole during the out of season times (October to May) that double yellow lines regulations are not enforced unless the vehicle is causing an obstruction.

Please note this property is strictly non smoking.