Located in the heart of the traditional fishing port of Newlyn with views from the garden across Mounts Bay and only 50 metres from the South West Coast Path, The Pilchard Press is perfectly equipped for a comfortable and relaxing holiday for two.

The Pilchard Press is a cosy studio apartment, steeped in history, and located in a former fisherman’s house that is full of character and charm.

The separate kitchen has a 2 ring electric hob, microwave, fridge and table and chairs for two. This leads to a large wet room with instant hot water that is ideal for showering off the sand after a day on the beach, along with a WC and hand basin.The Pilchard Press is tucked away in a quiet terrace and has a shared garden with your own seating area that overlooks Mounts Bay. Just a short stroll away there is a quiet pebble beach from where you can take the South West Coast path to Mousehole or Penzance.

The Pilchard Press truly welcomes dogs with no extra charges. Within a couple of minutes there is a pub that is happy to welcome both you and your pooches and the beach a short stroll from the end of the garden is a great place for them to play all year round.

Prices are inclusive of electricity, heating, linen and towels. There is ample free parking.

The Pilchard Press is set in the heart of Newlyn called ‘the Jewel in Cornwall’s crown’ by Rick Stein because of its thriving fishing industry. You will not find fresher and better fish! You can buy straight off the boats or from the fish merchants in the harbour. Newlyn is a traditional, working and extremely friendly fishing village. There are 5 pubs in Newlyn itself!! From the outside seating area, you have the magical sight of St. Michael’s Mount across the bay and stunning views of the colourful harbour where you can sit and enjoy a glass of wine and watch the fishing boats come and go.

Mousehole, famous for its winding cobbled streets stuffed with fishermen's cottages and Christmas lights is a few miles west and Penzance a vibrant town looking out to St. Micheal's Mount is a few miles east. Both are easily walkable along the coastal path.

Minutes from your doorstep you have:-

• Art galleries, contemporary and traditional. The area is famous for its art and the Newlyn school. St.Ives and the Tate are only 10 miles away by road.
• The south west coastal path with sea, moors and woodland on the North and South Coasts and its variety of flora and fauna are literally on your doorstep.
• Delicious locally grown, and cooked food at the ‘Admiral Benbow’ and many other eateries in Newlyn, Penzance and St. Ives.
• Shops selling amazing Cornish produce and a supermarket
• Surfing, kite-surfing, sailing wind-surfing and kayaking at Penzance, Marazion, St. Ives, and the surrounding coast.
• Fishing out of Newlyn, Penzance and St. Ives.
• Wander up and down the narrow cobbled streets and see all the unique fishing cottages and historic net lofts.
• Explore the Helford River for peace and tranquillity.
• Many, many more places and experiences to discover in our welcome pack.
• Or you could just chill, relax and do very little - it happens - a lot!!!

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