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Marazion beach near Penzance, Cornwall
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Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Penzance

Why Penzance Will Give You Something to Sing About. Cornwall is an excellent holiday destination whether you are travelling solo, taking the kids for a break at the seaside, or catching up with friends or family for a cycling or walking tour through the countryside or around the coast. The Cornish town of Penzance was immortalised in the eternally popular comic opera, The Pirates of Penzance. However, visitors need not fear being robbed (or even caught up in a rousing song), as the friendly community is more than welcoming to those who come to enjoy its gorgeous views, excellent amenities and a broad selection of comfortable cottages to rent. Here are a few compelling reasons why you should consider a cottage holiday in Penzance. Read more

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50.199391, -5.505945

You can enjoy the best of the Cornish coast and countryside at Bramble Cottage. This gorgeous self-catering holiday home is just over a mile from St Ives Harbour and Beach and within a short drive of beaches like Porthgwidden and Porthmeor. The cottage is spacious enough to easily sleep up to six people in three bedrooms, but its cosy charm also makes it feel welcoming for couples. The garden is enclosed and has distant sea views and is very dog-friendly; and with fantastic footpaths along the lane from the cottage, it's a great choice for guests who don't want to spend their entire holiday stuck in the car.

Weekly guide price:
£896 to £2095
Short breaks from £128 per night

6  |   3  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 4

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.128353, -5.389695

Hideaway Barn is a secret escape close to stunning Cornish beaches that include Praa Sands. The two-bedroom cottage comfortably sleeps up to four people and is child and pet friendly. It is about 20-minutes from both Penzance and St Ives, making it easy to access some of Cornwall's most popular attractions including St Michael's Mount, the Minack Theatre and the Tate Gallery. There are beautiful walks in the area including one from the cottage leading over Godolphin Hill to Godolphin House and around the South West Coast Path. It's a gorgeous place for a holiday in all seasons, and with short breaks possible outside of summer, you can escape for a long weekend or a lovely long break.

Weekly guide price:
£350 to £1200
Short breaks from £55 per night

4  |   2  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.128353, -5.389695

Sampson Barn is a contemporary barn conversion in a tranquil location within easy reach of Praa Sands Beach as well as Penzance and St Ives. It's a stunning part of the world, with gorgeous beaches, a fascinating history, lots of opportunities to walk and cycle, and plenty of other distractions to keep you happily entertained during your holiday including St Michaels Mount, the Minack Theatre, and the beautiful Godolphin Estate. The one-bedroom self-catering cottage is dog-friendly and a favourite with couples and solo adventurers who love the peace and privacy.

Weekly guide price:
£350 to £890
Short breaks from £45 per night

2  |   1  |   3+  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.074998, -5.560523

Trevean Cottage is a lovely holiday home in a beautiful location. The two-bedroom cottage sleeps four people, with a private garden and fantastic walks from the door. It is only a mile from Lamorna Cove and less than two miles from picturesque Mousehole, with easy access to Lands End, St Ives, Penzance and other favourite places around Cornwall. Guests have a wide choice of beaches as well as miles of footpaths, bridleways and cycling routes to help them enjoy this gorgeous landscape. Trevean is on the owner's 24-acre smallholding and is incredibly peaceful. It's ideal for couples or families. 

Weekly guide price:
£380 to £850
Short breaks from £88 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.074998, -5.560523

Tremerth Cottage is a dreamy Cornish escape. The one-bedroom holiday rental is on Castallack Farm with 24-acres of smallholding. It's only a mile from Lamorna Cove and a mile and a half from Mousehole, putting guests within an easy walk or cycle of beaches, cafes, restaurants and a pub. Land's End, St Ives and Penzance are all close, as is the Cornish Mining landscape and the South West Coast Path. The cottage is perfect for couples or individuals who want to enjoy the best bits of south Cornwall without the crowds. 

Weekly guide price:
£320 to £740
Short breaks from £85 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.102095, -5.549671

Full of Cornish charm, this welcoming holiday cottage with stunning sea views across Newlyn Harbour, St Michaels Mount and Penzance Bay provides all the right ingredients for a holiday by the sea. Situated in the charming fishing village of Newlyn, Porthole Cottage is ideally placed for those wishing to explore the delights of West Cornwall with its gorgeous beaches, coastal walks and abundance of attractions. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£420 to £840

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday | 4 Star

50.101922, -5.551932

Ideally placed in the very heart of the Cornish fishing village of Newlyn, Seabreeze Cottage is just a short walk from a great choice of pubs, a Micheline Star restaurant, the harbour with its famous fish market and the South West Coastal Path. Close to Mousehole, Penzance (where you can catch a ferry to the Scilly Isles), St Michaels Mount and within easy reach of the areas many attractions including St Ives, the Minack Theatre and Lands End. One dog welcome and great for walkers and those with a passion for outdoor adventures, as well as relaxing by the sea.

Weekly guide price:
£625 to £1250
Short breaks from £130 per night

5  |   3  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.106905, -5.672346

"Driftwood" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. The small town of St Just rests on the north west Cornwall coast and is a settlement steeped in art and history. Visitors can enjoy touring the town's handful of galleries, before embarking on a walk or cycle along the South West Coastal Path,...

Prices from £282 per night

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50.070853, -5.694053

"Potters by the Sea" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Sennen is a coastal village and civil parish resting in Cornwall, England, a few miles from the thriving seaside town of Penzance. Hosting a small selection of pubs/restaurants and a convenience store for your amenities. Nestled in the Penwith...

Prices from £137 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.129833, -5.669932

"Drog Penn" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. St Just is nearby Penzance, and is the closest town to Land’s End. It is an ancient settlement that has a strong mining history and there are several monuments and prehistoric antiquities to visit including the Bronze Age settlement at Cape...

Prices from £148 per night

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50.115721, -5.533214

"Song of the Sea, Penzance" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cornwall. Song of the Sea enjoys a prime position just 20 yards from the seafront in Penzance and overlooks Jubilee Pool, the large seawater lido. The cottage is ideally situated to explore the area with either family or friends. Historic Chapel Street...

Prices from £220 per night

5  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.104860, -5.550840

"Newlyn Nookery, Newlyn" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. This property has gas central heatingLiving areaSet on ground floorCharacterful with open plan with the kitchen and dining areaTwo-seater sofa and footstoolsWall mounted Smart TVKitchenPositioned...

Prices from £126 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.109283, -5.382625

"Palm Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Praa Sands is a small village resting on the south coast in between Helston and Marazion. It houses a Post Office and general stores, beach cafe with fish & chips, a beach/surf shop which overlooks the mile-long stretch of sandy beach. It...

Prices from £172 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.083000, -5.540500

"Cottage in West Cornwall" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. This delightful three storey cottage is nestled in the charming fishing village of Mousehole, one of Cornwall's hidden gems. The village's fishing heritage dates back to 1266 and the tightly knitted streets are full of local granite built...

Prices from £148 per night

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50.086222, -5.542470

"Rosie's Cottage, Mousehole" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Nestled away in a tranquil location, you will enter Rosie's Cottage from the gorgeous front garden, where a warm and inviting sitting area on the ground floor greets you. It's the perfect place to unwind and relax after a day of exploring, with...

Prices from £234 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   No


50.121661, -5.681886

"Pippas place" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. The nearest town to Land's End is St Just, which is around eight miles west of Penzance. The town is an ancient settlement with a long mining history, with various monuments and prehistoric artefacts to see, notably the Bronze Age colony near...

Prices from £129 per night

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50.086053, -5.554986

"Westerly Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. One of Cornwall’s most popular holiday areas. The spectacular sweep of Mount’s Bay, from the cliffside fishing village of Mousehole through Penzance and around to beautiful Marazion, hides a wealth of sandy beaches, rocky coves, winding village...

Prices from £107 per night

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50.111780, -5.384914

"Greenside Studio" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. The village of Praa Sands sits on the south coast in between Helston and Marazion. Praa Sands is known for its mile-long sandy beach and excellent surfing conditions. There is a bar/restaurant overlooking the beach – the perfect spot for lunch...

Prices from £135 per night

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50.094100, -5.666600

"Barn in West Cornwall" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. This rural property is the perfect place to get away from it all, whilst still being close to local beaches and the sights of Cornwall s southernmost tip. Go out for a morning stroll across the surrounding countryside with many public footpaths...

Prices from £235 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.088138, -5.643584

"An Gwel" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. St Buryan is a village and civil parish resting in Cornwall, England, within the beautiful Penwith Heritage Coast. It offers a village store, post office and local pub for your amenities. Travel towards the seaside town of Penzance for all...

Prices from £353 per night

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50.133500, -5.415600

"Wing in West Cornwall" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Positioned in Saint Hilary and less than a mile from the village centre of Goldsithney with its village stores and local pub, there are many walks from your doorstep. Explore Marazion with a variety of shops and eateries and the breathtaking St...

Prices from £137 per night

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50.110000, -5.677000

"Barn in West Cornwall" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Located on the Land s End Peninsula near the popular village of Sennen, this rural gem is superb for dog owners and offers a cosy retreat for anyone looking to explore the most western point of Cornwall. This delightfully styled, bright and...

Prices from £145 per night

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50.135912, -5.596435

"Lower Trewern Shepherds Hut" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Newbridge is a charming town resting in County Kildare, Ireland. Officially known by its Irish name, Droichead Nua, meaning 'The New Bridge', the town is a bustling holiday base, best known as a commuter town for Dublin, offering you easy...

Prices from £96 per night

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50.116692, -5.532654

"2 Bell Tower" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Penzance is a popular holiday destination settled on the south coast of the desirable county of Cornwall. Brimming with a fantastic selection of shops, pubs and restaurants, Penzance offers all of the essentials to its visitors. There's plenty...

Prices from £174 per night

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50.113365, -5.425304

"The Packing House" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Goldsithney is a Cornish village set in just east of Marazion and enjoying close proximity to the south coast. It is home to a small stone church along with The Trevelyan Inn and the Crown Inn pubs, with a general store for your essentials, a...

Prices from £179 per night

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50.103919, -5.552169

"Tremayne House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cornwall. Tremayne House is a comfortable three bedroom self catering holiday home situated in the charming fishing town of Newlyn. This property is set in an elevated position taking advantage of the glorious views across the harbour and out to St...

Prices from £302 per night

6  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.176625, -5.552220

"Foxglove Barn" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. One of Cornwall's prettiest harbour towns, St Ives offers narrow streets, tight-packed cottages nestling around the quayside, the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth museum, fabulous beaches, superb shops, a thriving community of artists, great...

Prices from £430 per night

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50.084268, -5.538843

"Agan Chi" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cornwall. Return to this charming cottage in Mousehole after long coastal walks and afternoons spent at pretty coves. Sleeping three guests, the two-bedroom retreat is perfect for a couple or small family. Situated close to the harbour in the small...

Prices from £167 per night

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50.124507, -5.679050

"The Labour Exchange" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cornwall. St Just is a small town resting close to Land’s End and just 7.2 miles away from Penzance, Cornwall. The town itself has a mining history and there are several monuments and prehistoric antiquities that reflect this, including the Bronze Age...

Prices from £405 per night

6  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.176625, -5.552220

"Bramble Barn" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. One of Cornwall's prettiest harbour towns, St Ives offers narrow streets, tight-packed cottages nestling around the quayside, the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth museum, fabulous beaches, superb shops, a thriving community of artists, great...

Prices from £430 per night

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50.084404, -5.538731

"Mizpah" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. This traditional Cornish cottage is just 100 metres from Mousehole Harbour yet has a beautiful garden with outside furniture and barbecue. Sleeping four people, Mizpah has a sociable open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner with a woodburning stove for...

Prices from £311 per night

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Holidays in Penzance

How Beautifully Blue the Sky - In Act 1 of the musical, Gilbert & Sullivan’s chorus girls sang about the beauty of Penzance when the sun shines, and they were not wrong. The town’s coastal location on the Land’s End Peninsula means it benefits from the mild Gulf Stream air, with locals and visitors benefiting from warmer-than-average temperatures than other parts of Cornwall. Spring arrives earlier, summer stays later, and winters are more fresh than hardy. Surrounding fields and farmland aren’t only pretty to look at; they are full of tasty produce which, when coupled with the fresh fish that arrives into the harbour daily, means that you can always eat well. Shops such as Mousehole Fish sells the catch of the day either fresh and filleted for you to cook at home, or battered and fried with a steaming pile of salted, vinegary chips to eat from the wrapper on the harbour wall.

Make the Most of Fleeting Leisure - You don’t have to be a pirate on shore-leave to want to make the most of your holiday. Penzance is packed with sights and activities that will keep everyone happily occupied. Not surprisingly, given its coastal location, many of these are focused around the water and include surfing, paddle-boarding, fishing, sailing and coasteering. Businesses like Smart Surf School and Global Boarders Surf Co offer lessons and equipment hire, and you can book a sightseeing or fishing boat trip through Marine Discovery.

Promenade Beach is a mile-long stretch of coastline that is mainly shingle and accessible at low tide and within walking distance of central Penzance. Other beaches within a mile of the town centre include Battery Rocks, Eastern Green, Wherrytown and Newlyn, while Sennen Cove, Mousehole (pronounced "Mowzel") and Longrock beaches are not much further.

Attractions in Penzance and the surrounding area include the outdoor Minack Theatre (check for performances and tickets in advance of your arrival), Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens, and Penlee House Gallery & Museum. Land’s End is about a 20-minute drive away, and there are extensive footpaths and cycling routes that include the breathtaking South West Coast Path and trails that take in parts of the area used as a filming location for the popular BBC series Poldark.

Threading Long and Leafy Mazes Dotted with Unnumbered Daisies - Penzance is beautiful in every season with miles of footpaths and cycling routes winding their way around the coast and through towns and countryside. In addition to the South West Coast Path, favourite walking routes include the Penzance Town Trail, which is an excellent way for new visitors to orientate themselves and learn about the town’s fascinating past. Walk, cycle or drive to nearby Marazion and walk along the causeway to reach St Michael’s Mount or, in winter, walk through the marshland to spot birds taking shelter in winter. Cycling routes are also plentiful and keep road cyclists and mountain bikers happily occupied.

Penzance is perfect for a holiday as it offers something to everyone. The town is lively, with a great mix of amenities that include friendly cafes, restaurants and pubs, appealing to those who like to socialise and be around people. However, a mile or two out of town is sprawling countryside with plenty of peace and quiet for those who want it. Penzance deserves to take centre stage with charms that are far from fleeting.