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This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance

Holiday home in Penzance with kitchen and fireplace

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Beach
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books, video library
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance

Holiday home in Penzance with kitchen and fireplace
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has a garden and barbecues. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a fridge, and other amenities include a stovetop and a Smart TV. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Mark & Margaret Taylor

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Penzance, this holiday home is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Carbis Bay Beach and St. Michael's Mount can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour. National Dahlia Collection and St Ives Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Map
Nancledra, England

What's nearby

  • Porthmeor Beach - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • St Ives Harbour - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Porthminster Beach - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Tate St. Ives - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Carbis Bay Beach - 10 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Hayle Station - 10 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sharkys Fish & Chips - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Engine Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Hain Line - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪C Bay Salon at the Gannet - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within 6 mi (10 km) of Leach Pottery Museum and Tremenheere Sculpture Garden. National Dahlia Collection and Chysauster Ancient Village are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Excellent, clean, comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

Amazing place so quiet and peaceful. Not far from the beach and restaurants. Hosts are great would highly recommend 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in Cornwall

Beautiful house in a great location and very friendly hosts
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming, characterful property

We had a lovely stay (1 week) over the new year. Great location, well equipped, nicely presented, and very amenable hosts. Would happily return. Make sure you read the property guide, as it has some great tips on places to go and things to see.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

We enjoyed this cozy cottage with a lovely garden and close footpaths. The hosts were very friendly and easy to communicate with. The cottage had everything we needed. A bit tight around the bed but a great night sleep!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing find

An absolute gem of a holiday home, owners were so welcoming with lovely home made cream tea on arrival, set In amazing grounds with your own little private cottage garden, great to sit and chill with a glass of wine and a book. Easy drive to St Ives and other lovely areas and some great pubs nearby for a lovely evening meal
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

This property is a place of extreme beauty and tranquility. The welcome was so warm that we did not feel like strangers on holiday but rather like visiting family friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

valerie t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in beautiful gardens

Lovely cottage with great homely decor that had everything we needed, . Loved the beautiful wild garden and tranquillity and it was in a perfect location for Penzance and St Ives just a few miles away. Hosts Mark and Margaret were very friendly and accommodating. Would definately go again..
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a gem!

We had a wonderful time here! It was so nice to return from day trips to a quiet comfortable Cornish Cottage. Our hosts, Mark and Margaret, have put their hearts into every aspect of the property and could not have been more welcoming. I would not hesitate to return here or give it our fullest recommendation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cornwall Location

Smithy’s Stable is a lovely little cottage halfway between Penzance and St Ives, so the perfect spot for exploring West Cornwall. Mark and Margaret are wonderful hosts and provided numerous adventure ideas. You will need a car — and need to believe that the car is not as wide as you think!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exquisite

Could not be happier with our stay at “Smitty’s Stables”. The place was clean, shower “huge” and bed comfy. The surroundings are beautiful and peaceful …. I can’t remember seeing so many bright stars in the sky at night - breath-taking. Mark was so pleasant and helpful… even stocked the kitchen with milk, tea and coffee for us….. much needed after the drive from London. I strongly recommend that you stay here!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Cornish haven

Beautifully presented cottage in a peaceful, rural setting. Perfectly located to travel to nearby St. Ives, Penzance, Mousehill, Porthleven, etc. Extremely comfortable bed, woke up refreshed every morning 😃. Lovely warm welcome by the hosts, along with Rosie the dog and gorgeous fluffy cats 😊. And thank you for the delicious cream tea on arrival!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

joan c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

peaceful and friendly

We had an extraordinary weeks long stay. The jewel of a stone cottage in west Cornwall was perfect in every way: quaint, cozy, clean, self contained. We discovered some local tracks to explore through the moors and cow pastures to a local pub. We had a car for 3 days to explore the rest of the peninsula. And when we needed a lift somewhere, our host Mark was right there. It is a distance(4-5 miles) to either St. Ives or Penzance but great place to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and Cosy

We spent 5 nights over the Christmas break at Smithy's Stables whilst visiting family who live locally. Communication with the owner before hand was great, Mark's directions where detailed and lead us straight to the property, although we did get lost the following day in the dark. The place was cosy and warm with the wood burner and bathroom radiator. The accommodation is well equipped clean. There is a lot of attention to detail in the decor. The kitchen area contained everything we needed. The bed was so comfortable, we slept extremely well. The little welcome gift was a nice touch and much appreciated. Mark was friendly and knowledgeable about the local area. We did a nice walk from the cottage when the rain stopped. I'm sure we will stay again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and peaceful little property

Even though this is a small property, it contains everything that you need for your stay. It was a little chilly when we were there so we lit the wood burner, which was very cosy. We made use of the smart TV and we enjoyed sitting out in the pretty garden.Mark was very welcoming when we arrived and provided us with plenty of local information. Margaret also made us some delicious scones for our arrival which we thoroughly enjoyed.
Lighting the woodburner.
St.Ives
Enjoying the garden
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Svea Nele G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Uwe Ü.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein wunderschöner Urlaub

Unser Aufenthalt war rundherum super. Das Cottage war bezaubernd, ein kleines Paradies und genau passend für einen Urlaub zu Zweit. Die Lage war perfekt, da wir von dort aus in alle Richtungen was unternehmen konnten ohne weite Wege zu haben..
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

jurrien v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alles perfekt

Wunderbar bei bestem Wetter. Sehr freundlicher Gastgeber.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georges P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

All was perfect except the weather . Très joli « home sweat home », et hôte très accueillant. Une adresse qu’on oublie pas.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy, clean, well-equipped and very welcoming. ☺️

A lovely, cosy (converted stable, I think?🤔). So welcoming and friendly. Nicely decorated, lovely log-burner and very comfy bed, with great shower. Owners left me a chocolate Easter bunny, a welcome card and primroses. Thank you 🙏 for a lovely, comfy stay. Make sure you get good directions, as down some Cornish country lanes (will need a car), but only 7-min drive to St Ives, and similar to Penzance, so great location. Owners very helpful in all respects, highly recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jörg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Es waren wunderschöne Tage in einem liebevoll gestalteten Cottage

Es waren traumhafte Urlaubstage
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edwin v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Knus en rustig huisje!

Een mooi ingericht en knusse 'Stable' in een prachtig begroeide tuin. De eigenaar was heel vriendelijk en we hadden alle privacy en rust om van ons verblijf te genieten!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smithy’s Stable

Fabulous stay at Smithy’s stable. Ideally located to explore Cornwall.Very peaceful retreat. Hosts greeted us with a creamed tea which was much appreciated and some lovely home grown tomatoes. Would highly recommend. Smithy’s stable is so quaint and set in lovely gardens. Would definitely like to come back again one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olaf S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eine absolute Perle

Wir hatten vier wunderbare Tage im Juli 2023. Das kleine Cottage ist wunderschön und mit viel Liebe zum Detail ausgestattet. Alles ist hochwertig und geschmackvoll. Die Küche ist ideal um sich kleinere Speisen zuzubereiten und mit allem eingerichtet, was man braucht. Der Garten ist herrlich und naturnah. Die Gastgeber haben uns den Aufenthalt mit frischen Bohnen aus dem Garten und selbstgemachtem Cream Tea versüsst.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023