Mousehole Cornwall.
In October 1987 we arrived in Mousehole for a week’s holiday. It was around 6pm and too dark to see much at all. We were just looking for somewhere to escape. No telephone. No deadlines.

The next morning the children woke early and for the first time we saw this beautiful village - bathed in sunshine. We now rent cottages in the village - so others can escape as we did.

In Mousehole most things are on a small scale. Small but beautiful, beaches. Small and interesting shops and cottages. You can arrive in Mousehole and park a car and stay within the village all week - or you can visit a different place every day - The Minack Theatre, Lands End, The Lizard, St Michaels Mount.

You can follow the coastal footpath for miles - ideal for walking off all of those Cornish pasties and cream teas - or sit and hear interesting tales from locals about times gone by.

For the more adventurous, take a helicopter flight from nearby Penzance to the Isles of Scilly, venture out to sea with local fishermen - and even bring home your own freshly caught fish for a tasty and fresh Cornish supper.

Mousehole is a place where you can sit back and read that book that has been sitting at home for months, to wander the winding streets - whatever the weather there is always something to see and somewhere to photograph.

Within the village there is a selection of restaurants, tea shops and pubs - so you do not have to spend your holiday cooking - unless you really want to - Starry Gazey Pie anyone?

Mousehole is a village which caters for tourists Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. At Christmas people come from across the country to see the spectacular display of Christmas lights.

The story of the 'Mousehole Cat' is now part of primary school life - so every school holiday children from around far and wide try to find 'Mouzer'.

We feel Mousehole has something for everyone, young or old, single people, couples or families. Most like us are looking to escape - and come back to our cottages year after year to do this. We hope you will too.
Sue Spry, Mousehole Holiday Cottages ©
Mousehole Holiday Cottages listed in Cottage Holidays June 2009

Discover Northumberland

Northumberland is certainly undiscovered by so many but when visitors do discover it they often return time after time.

The contrasts of the beautiful Cheviot Hills and wonderful coastline lying close to Scottish Border hold many delights for visitors. The Cheviot Hills that stretch over the border into Scotland have spectacular and varied routes into and around them.

Cheviot is the highest in the range at 2675ft dominating the surrounding skyline. There are many wonderful walks in the hills and picturesque valleys for everyone from novice to enthusiast. Walking in the hills in Northumberland is certainly one of its best undiscovered secrets.

The Northumberland coastline includes Lindisfarne with its rich Christian heritage, the Farne Islands with large colonies of seabirds and seals and Bamburgh, with its magnificent cliff topped perched castle, golden beach and tea rooms is undoubtedly one of the regions best loved secrets.

Driving to the south, along the fabulous coastal route, will lead to Dunstanburgh and Craster, home to the world famous Craster Kippers. Craster is a truly traditional Northumbrian fishing village. Dunstanburgh Castle can be viewed from Craster, however the 1 mile walk along the flowing coastline path to the castle is most definitely worth it.

Fenton Hill Farm Cottages are in prime central location to enjoy all that this wonderful County has to offer. This Northumberland self-catering farm accommodation with wonderful views of the Cheviot Hills set in beautiful countryside are a short drive from the coast, hills and Scottish Borders.

A 35 minute drive southeast from Fenton Hill lies Alnwick, Northumberland's traditional county capital and home to the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland. Often referred to as the " Windsor of the North", Alnwick Castle dominates the town - so impressive is its stature that many movie directors have found their way to its door, most recently Harry Potter!!

Nestling alongside the castle is the Alnwick Garden, a £12 million project kick-started by Her Grace, the Duchess of Northumberland. Comprising many unique features, including the "Poison Garden", the Pavilion and Europe's largest Tree House, the Garden is definitely a ‘must see’.

Whatever your interests, a Northumberland cottage at Fenton Hill is well located to sample all of the delights that this special County has to offer.
Margaret Logan, Fenton Hill Farm ©

Fenton Hill Farm listed in Cottage Holidays in June 2009