About this property
Tucked away in the charming coastal town of Marazion, on the coast of Cornwall, rests this remarkable Grade II listed holiday home, Penhale Cottage. Beautifully-adorned with a traditional white-washed exterior and boasting a characterful décor with exposed beams and original stonework, Penhale Cottage offers an idyllic base for a romantic retreat for two. Park up on the roadside and unload your belongings with ease into your new home-from-home, where a snug sitting room invites you to put your feet up and unwind amongst the warmth of the woodburning stove. When stomachs start to rumble, discover the well-equipped kitchen diner, where you can enjoy a sociable drink with the chef as they utilise the fantastic range of amenities to rustle up a romantic meal for two. In the warmer weather, why not make mealtimes an alfresco affair with a seat in the rear garden; a truly idyllic spot to soak in the fresh, seaside air as you toast to a wonderful getaway. When sleep calls, retreat indoors and prepare for bed with a blissful soak amongst the bubbles of the bathtub before climbing into your pyjamas and catching your rest in the intimate king-size bedroom. Take advantage of your coastal location and take the short stroll from your doorstep to the pristine sands of Marazion Beach, where you can follow the causeway at low tide to St Michael's Mount, home to the iconic mediaeval castle, or watch the world go by as you paddle the shores with a view across the horizon. The coastal town of Penzance is set a short distance away, brimming with a host of must-see sights and attractions, such as the Penlee House Gallery & Museum, the scenic harbour and the well-kept grounds of St Anthony Gardens, perfect for an afternoon stroll. The National Trust's Trengwainton Garden rests further inland, a 16th century country home beautifully-adorned with vibrant gardens, woodland trails and a quaint tea room, where you can indulge in a spot of luxury with a traditional Cornish afternoon tea. Explore the picture-perfect coastline of Cornwall with a romantic retreat at Penhale Cottage.
Marazion serves as the doorway to St Michael's Mount's enchanted castle and island fortification. With pristine beaches and countless watersport opportunities such as windsurfing, paddleboarding, kitesurfing, and sailing, this is the ideal location for a coastal adventure. Marazion, Cornwall's mediaeval market town, is a lovely destination to visit at any time of year. It is located on the shores of Mount's Bay and boasts spectacular views of the Lizard peninsula and Land's End. In this historic region, you'll find a range of gift and craft shops, as well as art galleries and a selection of old pubs and outstanding restaurants.
Accommodation
One king-size bedroom.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
External utility
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove (October to March) included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Limited parking available outside as well as additional parking available in nearby car parks.
Enclosed rear courtyard with furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop, pub and beach 0.1 mile.
Please note: This property has steep stairs and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.
Please note: This property does not allow children.
Nearby points of interest
- Kynance Cove
Reviews (13)
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Christina
One, the gated rear entrance had no lock as it was in fact a thoroughfare for the next door property, and the courtyard belonging to the cottage was dissected by this alleyway. The courtyard for the cottage is off this thoroughfare which had no gates and was open to it. You have to come out of the cottage which backs onto the alley, and cross it to access the garden. Two, there was dog excrements (three piles of!) in the cottage courtyard when we arrived late Friday. A call to the managing agent was made and message left requesting a call back. As this was out of hours I expected a call first thing Monday. However no one called despite having described the problem and asked for a return call. When I called on Tuesday late afternoon the agent said they had not got the message and said they were surprised as they had checked the property themselves. That being the case it can only have come from someone using the alleyway and entering the open courtyard. This renders the courtyard not secure and clearly open to the public. I have seen the owners response to another review saying the courtyard was not secure. They suggest that house rules are dogs are not to be left alone in the property and this includes the courtyard. To be clear we are happy to, and did follow this rule, however we cannot sit and relax where our dogs are off the lead and anyone might open the gate and walk through the alleyway as they are likely to run to see who is coming into their space (a natural instinct) and be at risk of getting out onto the road. If I have to sit in the garden with my dogs on a lead I may as well be out in public. This is what we did in the end. We didnât use the courtyard and made it clear to the agent that we would not be doing this or cleaning up members of the publics dog foul. Other feedback is generally more positive. Cottage is pretty and compact. Great log burner for the damp conditions in both the cottage and the weather! Kitchen generally well equipped. A bit stingy to only say that one black bin bag of rubbish will be collected, for a weeks stay this felt very impractical. We ended up walking rubbish down to the bins at the long stay car park where was parked, there are large public bins there, included in the £55.10 per week parking fees! Bed was comfy, sheets clean and well made.paint work and carpets looking a bit grubby in places. Floors downstairs needed a good clean when we arrived as they were still gritty presumably from sand tracking in on previous occupants footwear. Nice touch to leave spices for use, however many of these were out of date and as the cottage was quite damp the powders had solidified and they would be best thrown away. Overall Iâd give this stay a 3/5.
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Suzanne
Very cosy and comfortable, clear instructions and a fabulous wood burner that we now have to buy for our own home! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
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Vivienne
We had a great stay with our 2 border collies in December. The beach is literally a 5 minute walk away, and a perfect base for exploring the coastal paths. The little log burner was a welcome addition as it was exceptionally cold and we really appreciated that the cottage had been decorated for Christmas which we didnât expect. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.