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Days out around Penzance
From coastal walks to castles, and swimming pools to sandy beaches, these days out around Penzance are the ultimate way to enjoy your stay in West Cornwall.
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Sipping cocktails on the balcony as the sun sets, with captivating views of the ocean, or an early morning coffee as you watch the warm, amber sunrise over the horizon; it doesn't get much better than this. Perfectly positioned for watching the sun journey across the sky, The Penthouse on the Prom is an impressive apartment sleeping six, with three en suite bedrooms and an imaginative design to make the most of the panoramic views over Mount's Bay. The full width, glass fronted balcony with sliding glass doors ensures that the apartment is flooded with natural light, while an abundance of Cornish artwork adorning the walls also catches the eye. A central atrium extends across two floors with a mezzanine lounge area. This floor is also home to the master bedroom which has a raised bath, perfect for stolen moments, immersed in the tub filled with bubbles and a glass of fizz in hand. The super king size bed has mesmerising views across the ocean, with its own balcony access through a full glass sliding door.
The Penthouse on the Prom occupies the top two floors of this magnificent promenade property. Originally built in 1850 as a merchant's house, this spacious apartment is as much a space for families as it is for professionals or creatives searching for a calming Cornish oasis. Al fresco dining is a must, with the choice of the front balcony where you can enjoy the ever-changing sea vistas or soak up the last of the day's sun on the rear terrace. Take a stroll along the promenade to neighbouring Newlyn and purchase fresh fish from the fish market to bring home and cook up a storm in the spacious kitchen/diner. The sociable design makes it an ideal space to gather with your loved ones or close friends for a truly special holiday. Whether you're enjoying the spring sea breeze on the balcony, a swim from the prom beach on a long, hot summer's day, or are warmly snuggled up inside storm watching on a wild winter's night, The Penthouse on the Prom is a perfect choice to make precious memories to last a lifetime.
via ten external stone steps, three flights of stairs to third floor with door to Penthouse apartment. Front door into hallway with doors to:
dining table with seating for eight, door to balcony, two electric ovens, six ring induction hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, panoramic sea views.
zip and link (super king or twin beds), built in wardrobe with integral basin, en suite shower room with double shower enclosure, wash hand basin and adjoining WC.
super king size bed, built in wardrobe with integral basin, en suite shower room with double shower enclosure, wash hand basin and adjoining WC. Doors from hallway to first floor:
Atrium, large L-shaped sofa, Smart TV, DVD, two three seater sofas, coffee table, sliding glass door to balcony, door to rear terrace. Door to:
bespoke super king size bed, built in wardrobe, one step up to platform with feature bath, twin basins, en suite shower enclosure, wash hand basin and adjoining WC. sliding glass door to balcony, panoramic sea views.
full width balcony with glass balustrade, outside furniture panoramic sea views.
full width rear terrace.
returning to the porfolio in 2024 and formerly known as The Carlton Penthouse, this property can be booked with Lido at the Carlton (sleeping four), to accommodate a party of ten in total. Gas central heating, on street parking, or parking in the car park opposite, WiFi, one small dog welcome, short breaks available.
Second time of staying, great property in a great location, look forward to coming back.
Mr Cooper October 2021
Very nice property Highly recommend
Mrs Weyers September 2021
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Sitting in the corner of a sheltered and attractive bay, the UK’s most westerly town has been a popular resort since the Napoleonic wars when the wealthier English people were cut off from the continent and searched closer to home for fresh air and the newly discovered benefits of sea-bathing. The temperature in Penzance is always a little warmer than elsewhere meaning sub-tropical plants grow well in Morrab Gardens and in the gardens on St. Michael’s Mount. It also means balmy days on one of the nearby beaches are always calling.
Penzance is great for short breaks out of season and there are many boating trips from the harbour that will take you to explore the West Coast from the sea. Due to its excellent road and rail links, Penzance holidays offer something for everyone with lots to see and do. It’s also within a stone’s throw of some of the prettiest places to visit in Cornwall, which are always worth exploring during your stay.
Penzance has secret treats too if you take the time to explore. For a start, the very best way to see Penzance is by the alleys and walkways, the through-lanes from here to there. Take a day to discover the town this way and you will uncover its beautiful parks as well as its Regency and Georgian architecture.
Penzance also benefits from a wonderful community and comes alive throughout the year with different events and traditions that add waves of colour and music to the seaside town.
Penzance has one of the mildest climates in the UK!
From coastal walks to castles, and swimming pools to sandy beaches, these days out around Penzance are the ultimate way to enjoy your stay in West Cornwall.
With Mount’s Bay providing a beautiful alcove of beaches and the surrounding Penwith coast showing off exactly what west Cornwall has to offer, beach days in Penzance are always on the agenda.
Longrock Beach – Nestled halfway between Marazion and Penzance, this long stretch of sand is great for families. The water remains quite shallow, making it ideal for those who aren’t confident swimmers as well as windsurfers.
Marazion Beach – There are few views from the beach as impressive as Marazion where your beach day benefits from the impressive St Michael’s Mount standing guard over the bay. Stroll across the causeway at low tide, explore the rockpools or tuck into a fish and chips on the rocks.
Perranuthnoe Beach – With a beach café that serves delicious homemade cakes and ice creams, and a ramp for easy access, Peranuthnoe is popular with locals and visitors alike. The expanse of sand, which is second to none for sandcastles, means there’s plenty of room for everyone.
Stay in a self catering cottage in Penzance and you’re perfectly situated to explore the surrounding towns and villages, each with their own individual characters and charm. Literally minutes from Penzance is the fishing port of Newlyn while a little further on you’ll find the quaint village of Mousehole with its harbourside bistro, community atmosphere and famous Christmas lights. Take a stroll along the coast to Marazion beach or venture in the opposite direction to the beautiful Lamorna Cove. For more ideas, check out our blog post on days out around Penzance.
Jubilee Pool
This beautiful art-deco open-air bathing pool is the UK’s largest seawater lido. There is also an excellent café and a delightfully warm geothermal pool. The pool opens from the end of May until September. Even in winter, some hardy year-round swimmers use battery rocks (just north of Jubilee Pool) for their daily dip!
Parks and gardens
Morrab Garden is a sub-tropical garden in the heart of Penzance with Victorian fountains and a bandstand, which still plays host to concerts in the summer. The Morrab Library sits in the gardens and is an absolute joy with its wonderful photographic archives and collections. Full of trees and squirrels, Penlee Park has a specific dog-free and child-friendly play area making it ideal for families.
Art galleries
Penlee House Art Gallery & Museum (with an excellent café) sits opposite the Penlee open-air theatre and is home to a large collection of Newlyn School paintings as well as more contemporary works. Along the various streets and alleys lie many other superb galleries featuring a mix of local and national artists. Further afield, you have the renowned Newlyn Exchange and the wondrous Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens, which is home to many incredible sculptures throughout its grounds. Or, if you want to create your own art, why not embark on one of Penwith’s popular painting holidays to really make the most of Cornish scenery.
Shopping in Penzance
Not all town centres have the beautiful granite terrace and arcade steps, the iron railings; or retain the architecture of previous generations above the modern shop frontages that Penzance enjoys. There are many Georgian and early Victorian facades just above eye-level in Penzance giving a really unique backdrop to your shopping. By way of shops, you’ll find everything from boutiques to big names as well as delis and food shops that are jam-packed with tempting, locally sourced treats.
Walks
Penzance, with its recently resurfaced prom and surrounding coastline, is perfectly placed to enjoy some stunning Cornish walks. The further to the west you go, the more rugged and captivating the coastline – although be warned, in Penwith, the more beautiful the view, the steeper the trek to reach it! Our favourite stretch has to be between Mousehole all the way along to the Minack Theatre, which provides days upon days of incredible coastal walks. During your treks, make sure to keep an eye out for some of Cornwall’s ancient sites, which can be found scattered around the wild landscape.
Eating out
Penzance self-catering holidays are perfect; Chapel Street leads up from the harbour to the town centre where you will find a range of restaurants and pubs as well as independent shops and houses of historic interest and importance. Lavenders Deli on Alverton Street is ideal for stocking up on treats for your holiday cottage. Check out our blog on places to eat in Penzance for ideas on where to refuel.
Dog-friendly Penzance
With the sights and smells of the nearby beaches and plenty of dog-friendly pubs (Admiral Benbow is particularly popular with dogs and people alike), Penzance is a wonderful place for a dog-friendly holiday in Cornwall. There are also some great dog-friendly beaches nearby so you can enjoy a proper romp in the sand with your furry best friend.
Golowan Festival – Happening every year towards the end of June, Penzance’s Golowan Festival (also known as Mazey Day) is a bright and cheerful celebration of midsummer and promises an array of colour, music and festivities. Watch the parade of intricate puppets that dance through the streets, cheer on the Morris dancers and browse your way through the collection of stalls that sell everything from jewellery to mouth-watering foods.
Penzance Literary Festival - One for all the bookworms out there, the Penzance Literary Festival in July celebrates words in all forms from written to spoken to sung! Come along and catch the many performances, take part in literary discussions and even try your hand at creating your own stuff with the many workshops that take place.
Christmas in Penzance – With Christmas lights turning the whole stretch of coast between St Michael’s Mount and Mousehole into a glittering display, a jovial walk (or drive) is always a great way to get in the festive spirit. In town, you’ll find shop windows awash with intricate displays that tie in with a chosen theme as businesses from all over the town take part in an annual Christmas competition to dazzle shoppers. Santa never misses Penzance when doing the rounds, as you can always find him sitting happily in his grotto during the light switch on. Fairs, processions, and costumed antics take place throughout December, so you’re always in for a spectacle or two when you visit at Christmas.
Literally at the end of the line, Penzance is well-placed for holiday makers that prefer the train to a car. For those wanting to tour Mount’s Bay on foot (or on two wheels), there is a superb path that runs right the way along from Marazion to Mousehole, making excellent use of the promenade in Penzance. You can often find food vans along the prom, allowing for a quick refuel with a view during your jaunt. For those with a car, there are numerous car parks around the town as well as in the surrounding villages so you can enjoy Penwith by foot, car, bike or even boat!
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Second time of staying, great property in a great location, look forward to coming back.
Mr Cooper Oct 2021
Very nice property Highly recommend
Mrs Weyers Sep 2021
Location was fantastic; listening to the waves in bed was amazing, Lots of places to eat nearby (we enjoyed Gino's Spaghetti House, Thai Moon and Zebra Crossing for ice-cream). Handy supermarkets very close by too. We loved the views, the huge beds, the lovely showers and all the space in the penthouse. Penzance has a great vibe and is the perfect base to explore nearby places including The Minack Theatre, The Jubilee Pool, St Michael's Mount, St Ives, Land's End, Lizard Point and loads of gorgeous sandy beaches. Didn't want to leave!
Mrs Smith Sep 2021
This apartment is amazing, in a fantastic location in Penzance. The walk across the road to step into the sea is hard to beat. People watching also became a fun pastime. The level,of comfort and equipment sets new standards, we will be hoping to book again soon. Lots of space for six adults
Mr Wellington Jul 2021
What a perfect week we had at the Carlton Penthouse so clean, tidy and very well equipped. perfect location with views to die for, simply perfect. Aspects yet again were amazing on helping to book this with special thanks to Olivia. would high recommend and cannot wait to return for longer next time though.
Mrs McLaren Apr 2021
This was our first stay at this property, we found the property location excellent, this together with such a lovely property, which was very well equipped made us feel so relaxed from the first day. Would very much recommend!
Mr Cooper Nov 2020
A superb property and well worth the money if there are plenty of you - we were five adults so the cost per person per night of around £30 was very good value. Terrific location - easy walk into Penzance and to the train station if you don't have a lot of luggage. A good hour's walk the other way to the picturesque village of Mousehole. If you go to St Ives don't take your car. Use the train instead or the coastal bus.
Mr Brown Oct 2020
Very well thought out apartment, everything you would need for a lovely stay with beautiful views. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Mrs Cheeseman Sep 2020
Amazing views from a stylishly fitted luxury apartment. We enjoyed our stay and would consider another visit.
Mr Legg Sep 2020