The Mount Haven is located near the tip of Cornwall, just 12 miles from Land’s End. Being a little further along the Cornish peninsular, means that the area remains uncrowded and unspoiled by the ravages of mass tourism. So while it may take a smidgen longer to get here, the rewards are well worth it.

The first things you’ll notice are that the landscape is bathed in an incredible light [the sunsets behind the Mount are simply stunning] and that the air is exceptionally clean and fresh.

What’s more, the nearby Gulf Stream means that we enjoy a mild climate all year round. Banana palms, orchids and wild flowers thrive in our gardens even late into autumn. Together with the fact that Marazion historically enjoys more hours of sunshine than anywhere else in the UK, means that you can enjoy a visit at anytime of the year.

The Mount Haven itself is located a short stroll away from the picturesque village of Marazion. As well as offering lots of shops and galleries to browse around, it’s also the staging post to explore St Michael’s Mount and immerseyourself in its three thousands years of history.

Even getting to the Mount is an adventure. During high tide it’s completely cut off by the sea and can only be reached by boat or amphibious ferry. But at low tide, the waters recede and it’s fun to walk across via an ancient cobbled path where a little earlier fish swam.

If you wish to explore the mainland, there are numerous National Trust walks along the cliffs and isolated beaches to be discovered. The nearby villages of Perranuthnoe and Prussia Cove are not only beautiful but the walks there are spectacular and not beyond even the faint-hearted. Just bring the right shoes. The Minack Theatre, built into the cliffs at Porthcurno is the ninth wonder of the world and worth visiting even if there are no performances to watch. Porthcurno is of course a great place to spot the seals and basking sharks. The beach is heavenly and the sea a colour we haven’t seen outside Sardinia .

The Isles of Scilly are only a 20 minute helicopter ride away and a day trip or a longer stay are worth thinking about whilst you’re down here. If you’re going from here for a couple of days we’ll even let you leave your car in our car park (for a little donation to our orphanage!).

And, for the more energetic, there‘s also golf, pony trekking, surfing, sailing, cycling and windsurfing.

Whatever you decide to do, your stay at the Mount Haven will be truly unforgettable.