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Place guide3 min readUpdated 10 Sept 2026

By the Down The Cove editorial team

The SeaHoss

is a characterful seafront holiday cottage overlooking Mevagissey harbour, built long ago from a shipwreck and lovingly restored using traditional lime, wood and stone. Set over two floors with two bedrooms, it is available for short breaks and holidays throughout the year.

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Quick notes for your visit

Coastal trip

Plan your visit

A simple guide to the feel of the place, how to arrive, and what to keep in mind before you go.

The SeaHoss is the sort of coastal experience that feels best when you slow down, watch the weather, and let the sea set the pace.

Best forAn active on-the-water experience with a stronger sense of tide, weather and local knowledge.

Wildlife watching, boat trips, sea views and memorable days out.

Getting thereParking, arrival and the practical first steps.

Plan the meeting point, parking and boarding time before setting off, especially in busy school holidays.

What to look forA calmer way to plan with children or visitors.

Best for families who are comfortable around boats, sea air and changing conditions.

Before you goThe small checks that make the day easier.

Coastal trips can change with tide and weather, so confirm details on the day and bring layers even in summer.

The full guide

Read straight through, or use the planning notes above to shape an easier coastal day.

A fabulous historical holiday cottage overlooking Mevagissey Harbour. This lovely seafront Cornish Cottage was built from a shipwreck and is full of history, character and charm.

The Renovation Story

The 'Hoss was purchased in 2014 in a terrible state of disrepair. The timber supports at the front of the house had been built on sand and had rotted at the base, the ceiling joists had rotted and the house was incredibly damp.

Originally built using traditional methods of lime, wood and stone so the property could breathe, in the 1900s the stone was boarded over and everything was covered in thick modern paint finish which caused damp as the house is built into a cliff so water had been running down the side with no where to escape.

We stripped the house back to its original state and repaired it using traditional methods.

What The SeaHoss offers

Set over two floors joined by a spiral staircase, the cottage has two bedrooms, two reception rooms, a dining area and kitchen all overlooking Mevagissey Harbour. You can even take a bath while enjoying the same fabulous view!

The SeaHoss is available for short breaks and holidays throughout the year.

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Common questions

What is The SeaHoss?
The SeaHoss is a historic two-bedroom self-catering holiday cottage overlooking Mevagissey harbour. Set over two floors joined by a spiral staircase, it has two reception rooms, a dining area and a kitchen, all with harbour views.
Where is The SeaHoss?
It sits on the seafront overlooking Mevagissey harbour in Cornwall. The cottage was originally built using traditional methods of lime, wood and stone, and is built into the cliff.
When is The SeaHoss available?
The SeaHoss is available for short breaks and holidays throughout the year.

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