Blue Mind Theory – the healing powers of blue spaces

3 August 2021

A visit to the coast has been recommended for the positive effect of being close to the sea since Victorian times. And well before that, relaxing spas and communal baths were an important part of society. Cornwall has long been a destination for rest and recuperation, especially since the post-war British seaside holiday boom. It’s […]

Liberty London Girl – Sasha Wilkins

25 November 2016

I have had the pleasure and privilege of meeting some amazing people throughout the years that I have been marketing St Mawes Retreats. Sasha Wilkins Liberty London Girl has become a dear and loyal friend. Sasha and the lovely Lettice her adorable sausage dog have provided me with so much kindness, support, love and inspiration […]

A Holiday at Dreamcatchers; by some of our more adventurous guests

7 March 2016

Fred’s Blog In the last week of October 2015 eight of us went down to St Mawes in Cornwall, where we took a house called ‘Dream Catchers’ for the week. (owned by Amanda Selby) The house is half way up the hill above the harbour and has a wonderful view over it. My wife and […]

Five favourite garden visits in Cornwall

27 June 2014

Flaming June – the sun is shining and there simply isn’t a better time to be in England and to visit a Cornish garden. We always recommend these botanical gems to guests at our luxury properties. Some are great for a family day out in Cornwall, some have a stunning coastal backdrop, all are less […]

How to party in St Mawes

23 May 2014

Here on Cornwall’s Roseland Peninsula, we like to think we know how to throw a party. Our largest luxury rental houses in St Mawes sleep between eight and 12, so it’s no surprise that they are perfectly suited to hosting grown-up hen weekends, wedding anniversaries and family birthday bashes. We love helping our guests pull-off […]