We closed our doors after the festive period, and no we haven’t been hibernating during this frosty month…Quite literally as soon as our final guest left us, we got to work! Discover what we’re up to, and check out our latest renovation updates…

Today, the third Monday in January is known as Blue Monday. The post Christmas blues, tied with the colder weather and darker days can leave us feeling a little tired of the month! But getting out in nature, lighting candles and embracing the slower pace this time of the year grants us, can help shift our January mindset. Here are our top 3 tips for the winter blues.

If you’re trying Dry January this year or you fancy keeping things a bit more fresh post Christmas, we have the perfect mocktail just for you!

Our Restaurant Manager Valerie is fantastic with cocktails, and we love this non-alcoholic recipe she mixed together, it is fresh, light and simply delicious!

From exciting MICHELIN news, to announcing our latest menu, we have much to celebrate when it comes to our signature restaurant, Fallowfields. Read along to discover what’s been going on these last couple months.

We are so thrilled to share the amazing news that Fallowfields was awarded the Silver Award for ‘Restaurant of the Year’ by prestigious Cornwall Tourism Awards. Paul Hawkins said: ‘A huge well done to all the winners on their awards and the outstanding contribution they make to Cornwall’s thriving tourism industry. The outstanding list of 62 finalists demonstrated what makes Cornwall a world-class destination.’

Autumn is secretly one of the best times to visit The Lizard Peninsula. A time just after the crowds of summer and before the rush of Christmas. You may be delighted to know that autumn is rich with activities to do. From kayaking too sea swimming, the world hasn’t gone to sleep just yet.

We’re excited as always to welcome in a brand new tasting menu to Fallowfields. ‘As the night draws in” welcomes the tastes, smells and flavours of the autumn season. Not only this but we’re also launching a new choice option on our tasting menu. Discover more below.

Nothing quite beats a tipple whilst looking out on a gloomy day. Our cocktails are always inspired by the ingredients of the season, and our Church Cove cocktail does just that. From nutmeg and spiced pear cordial, this is sure to be a season favourite. Discover the recipe so you can have take a taste of Cornwall home with you.

The 20th September welcomed a brand new tasting menu in Fallowfields, introducing ‘The Last of The Summer Sunshine’, “This is the last chance to indulge in the spoils of summer before the days draw in and the nights encapsulate us all.”

The season of autumn is upon us! It’s also a particularly wondrous time for us bird lovers. So get your walking shoes on, wrap up, look up and wonder at the sight of the great bird migration at Lizard Point.

The autumn season is on the horizon…From the spread of orange hues along the coastline, too crisps winds and rich flavours, we also have many fun, memorable events heading to Cornwall. From our own yoga retreats, and mystery nights, to local theatre productions and food festivals!

You may have missed it, but everything you love about our hotel is now open exclusively for your bespoke event or retreat, or wedding celebration.

Thinking about your next work event, wellness retreat, or even your wedding day, why not consider nature’s edge, here at Housel Bay hotel. Discover our spaces, and see if we could be the perfect fit.

Wednesday 9th August we welcomed a new tasting menu in Fallowfields, introducing “Unconstrained Possibility”. This menu is showcasing the peak of the summer harvest, with every veg, meat and seafood fit to burst, this menu simply couldn’t be more bountiful.

Nothing incapsulates summer quite like strawberries, so our Strawberry Blush cocktail has been a stand out favourite all summer long. But why not learn to make it at home? As you take a part of Marconi’s home with you…

We recently had a visit from journalist Natasha Heard at Luxury Lifestyle Magazine, who shared her insights from her stay at Housel Bay. We were so pleased to hear that she loved our “top-notch food, first-class views, an unbeatable location”. You can read the full article here.

We are pleased to announce we now have an Electric Vehicle (EV) charge point. It’s free to use for those who are staying overnight with us here at Housel Bay hotel, and works on any electrical vehicle that has a Type 2 Connector.

Summer; the season that brings an abundance of produce, bursting in vibrant colours, textures, and flavours. We love to be inspired by what every new season brings us and summer is no exception;

Discover how the new summer produce has inspired all our new summer menus at Housel Bay. 

We are pleased to share we have a new yoga teacher starting at Housel Bay, who will be teaching a weekly yoga class in our Studio on Saturday mornings at 10.30am.

Learn about our new yoga instructor and what inspires her teaching, as well as some FAQ’s for the new weekly class…

Did you know 17th to the 25th June marks English Wine Week? It’s the perfect opportunity to explore and taste local wine right on your door step. England may not be known as a wine capital, but growing and creating wine was actually brought over by the Romans… Let’s discover some history, and how we at Housel Bay are raising a glass to English Wine Week.

This weekend Friday 16th - Sunday 18th is Exeter’s Foodies Festival! It's sure to be a great day, filled with live music, pop up bars, artisan stalls, and even a feasting tent! It’s truly not to be missed, especially this year as you may see a familiar face…