Polkirt Hill Mevagissey Cornwall PL26 6UX

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Welcome

A big welcome to all our guests  who holiday at Skysail holiday house Mevagissey, Cornwall and we want it to be perfect just for you so you can enjoy the best of the amazing views and this beautiful house.

We take great care to make sure you feel welcome and at home and that the same high standard is maintained all year round.  We have updated and refreshed and included some new additions for your comfort.  We pride ourselves to make sure of the little things that make your holiday special.   One thing that doesn’t change is the amazing sea view!

The village sees a change of eating venus this year.  The Portuguese Restaurant Alvorado is now well settled in its new location at 2,  Polkirt Hill, Mevagissey,  PL26 6UR.  Now fully open again. Phone: 01726 842055   We also recommend the Barley Sheaf at Gorran Haven  https://www.thebarleysheafgorran.co.uk/   book online or call 01726 843330. 

Watch out for the Ship at Portmellon which opens in June!!

Mevagissey is so lucky to have a bakery, veg shop, general store, and pasty shop amidst the pretty village centre off the harbour.

In addition Lobbs Farm Shop is so good for its own lamb and its amazing butchers and farm shop and is so close at the entrance to the Lost Gardens of Helegan.

Mevagissey has seen some harsh winter weather with the fishing vessels braving the seas just the same. Amazing.

Lots of lovely  fresh fish is always available from the fish stall at the side of the harbour wall.  Only closed on Sundays.

We are looking forward to welcoming you!

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Mevagissey Sea View – Excellent location

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Mevagissey Sea View – Excellent location

boats in the harbour

boats in the harbour

Skysail is an amazing home with an excellent location, spectacular views, spotlessly clean and wonderfully equipped. Mevagissey is a lovely beautiful little fishing Port – enjoyed the quaint little shops, excellent fish an chips on the harbour.  Would recommend She Sells for Bagels and Crepes with Sharksfin restaurant being ideal for special occasions.  Our highlights on our travels was Perranporth beach where we did a bit of bod boarding then had a BBQ whilst watching the glorious sunset. If you like a bit of history and a good hike then you will like the trip to see the Castle Ruins at Tintagel.  The welcome pack was a great touch and very much appreciated.  Both families enjoyed our stay immensely and would strongly recommend Skysail as a brilliant holiday home to stay.  Thank you so uch for a wonderful holiday!! xx

A verbatim copy of review by family staying 11-18 August 2023

Most of our reviews come from our Visitors book at the house.

Thank you for writing and thank you for reading.  Please come and visit us.

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Mevagissey quintessential Cornwall getaway

Mevagissey Harbour – home to the second largest fishing fleet in Cornwall, pretty cobbled streets, bustling with lovely restaurants, wonderful little shops to browse, museum, aquarium, fishing trips, short and long coastal cruises, great place to stay with Heligan 10 minutes away and Eden Project 15 minutes away, sandy beaches, fishing, day tripping, ferry to Fowey for the day…. find out all about it at the tourist office or from our Skysail website info and information at the house.

https://visitmevagissey.co.uk/

Mevagissey Tourist Office is now at Hurley Books

Mevagissey Harbour – home to the second largest fishing fleet in Cornwall, bustling with lovely restaurants, wonderful little shops to browse, museum, aquarium, fishing trips, short and long coastal cruises, great place to stay with Heligan 10 minutes away and Eden Project 15 minutes away

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Review – loved sitting out on the balcony

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Review – loved sitting out on the balcony

We have had a really lovely week spent exploring this part of Cornwall. Loved sitting out on the balcony, on our first couple of days for breakfast taking in the stunning view.

Trueman family, GLOS.

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Mevagissey – amazing holiday property

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Mevagissey – amazing holiday property

Great location amazing property.  Had a perfect family week here. Really enjoyed chilling and dining on the terrace overlooking the sea.

The Buzzard family.  Hants.

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BBC2 – This Fishing Life

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BBC2 – This Fishing Life

Fishing boats

The first episode of a six part series on BB2 -“This Fishing Life” was focused on Mevagissey – one of the few remaining working fishing villages in Cornwall. Some of  the programme which was filmed in 2018 during devastating storms nicknamed the Beast from the East, viewers were introduced to Jack West, 26, whose family had spent thousands on refitting a boat.

A synopsis for the hour-long show stated: “Whilst other fishing communities are feeling the pinch, Mevagissey on Cornwall’s south coast bucks the trend, with 74 working boats in the harbour. Protected from the prevailing winds, with fish stocks that are beginning to return, and with boats being handed down from father to son, Meva is blessed.

“Fishing is in the blood here – for more than 250 years the men of Meva have followed their fathers to sea, eager to honour the family traditions. Now the next generation of ambitious young skippers are ready to make a go of it.

“Jack West fished with his dad growing up, and the family have decided the time is right to invest in Jack. Having spent thousands on the Anne Louise, the pressure is on to get out to sea and start earning some money.

“The Galwady Mor is owned by one of Mevagissey’s most successful fishing families, the Blameys. 27-year-old Chris is the fourth generation to go to sea. This year he takes over the responsibility of skippering the Galwady from his father Peter. The passing down of a lifetime’s knowledge is priceless, but Chris knows he will face different challenges to his dad. Whilst fish stocks are returning to Meva, there is not the abundance there once was.

“Mevagissey is a village built on fish – pilchards in particular.

The Fishermen’s Mission. Skysail supports the Fishermen’s Mission.  Skysail is keen to give something back to the Fishing Community.  If anyone would like a painting commission I give all the proceeds (framing not included) to The Fishermen’s Mission.  Please contact me for a quote. I prefer abstract, but will tackle watercolour, oils and mixed media, any size.  I am happy to show you examples of my work.   Please visit me on instagram. Laura Wood Art

Laura Wood Art

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Cornish Honeymoon at Skysail, Mevasissey, Cornwall

Skysail is the ultimate stay for your honeymoon,  luxurious space for two!   A treat to remember … forever.

If you are booking for your honeymoon or wedding please state.

We would be pleased to welcome you for your honeymoon.

VIP Treatment:  Fresh Egyptian cotton linen, fresh extra special flowers and Champagne with canapes at a time /day to suit during your stay.

You will receive a complimentary Champagne Basket for your arrival with Champagne on ice and canapes.  (Alternatively, you can receive it for another day).  We can also tailor your holiday for you.

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“….thank you for our lovely holiday in Mevagissey”

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“….thank you for our lovely holiday in Mevagissey”

Dear Laura,

I want, rather belatedly, to thank you for our lovely holiday in Mevagissey  in August.  Skysail fulfilled ours needs and more. The family enjoyed themselves despite disappointing weather on a couple of days.

The house and facilities were superb. We loved Mevagissey.

We would definitively consider coming again.

Thank you for everything   A.B.

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