4 guests
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2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathroom
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In the mystical village of Zennor, this Grade II listed cottage is full of rustic charm, and couldn’t be set in more breathtaking scenery. The interiors have a homely, cosy feel, with mixed fabrics, antique furniture and colourful rugs characterising the space. Pops of pink punctuate the house – from the front door that matches the hydrangeas, to the delightfully kitsch Aga, which keeps the kitchen warm and toasty in the cooler months. The bedrooms are cosy and comfortable, with their windows like pictures, framing the view of the meadows and Atlantic beyond. On sunny days, relax in the garden or take a walk down the South West Coast path that runs past the house, leading you through sweeping scenery. Zennor is an ancient granite village steeped in history, famed for its Mediaeval church of St. Senara, where the Cornish folk tale about the Mermaid of Zennor was born. The cottage is half a mile from the coast, or you can drive ten minutes into St. Ives, where you’ll find glorious sandy beaches, award winning restaurants, and the Tate gallery. A 700-year-old pub is a two-minute walk from the cottage, where you can enjoy traditional Cornish ale by an open log fire. Describing Zennor in 1916, D.H Lawrence said, ‘It is the best place I have been in, I think.’ In just over a century, little has changed – this is the kind of place that will leave an impression on you for years to come.
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What to expect
Highlights
Stay in Zennor – a ten minute drive from St Ives and its sweeping beaches
Wake up to stunning vistas of Cornish meadows set against the sea
Dine al fresco on sunny days, with the gentle sea breeze blowing
Cook up a storm on the pink Aga in the well stocked kitchen
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Home truths
There is space for two cars to park in front of the cottage
The cottage manager lives two doors down and is on hand for any recommendations or advice
This home is not suitable for children aged between 1-12 years
The bathroom is on the ground floor
About this stay
Amenities
Outdoor seating
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Garden
Balcony / patio
Patio / terrace
Fenced garden
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
Additional fees
Your host arrange home cooked meals to be prepared for you on request
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About St Ives
You could easily mistake St Ives for a town on the coast of Italy, France or Spain, thanks to its smart waterfront overlooking the clear, blue sea and white-sand beach. Just wandering along the charming narrow, cobbled streets is a delightful experience. But it’s not just its picturesque appearance that makes this former fishing town a popular place to stay, particularly for families. St Ives has one of the best...
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Dine at Gurnard's Head
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Get around
Airport
Land's End
40 min
Cornwall Newquay
1 hr 20 min
Saint Mary's / Isles of Scilly (ISC)
3 hr 39 min
Train station
St. Ives
24 min
Bus stop
Bullans Hill
20 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
19 min
Cafe
16 min
Pharmacy
20 min
Points of interest
Beach
Pendour Cove
1 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Not suitable for children under age 12
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Leila
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay.
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