Come on in…
Penkenna House is special from the outside in. Outside are views of majestic landscape, phenomenal rock formations, abundant birdlife and the ebb and flow of the tides. Guests often have the bay to themselves - sublime as the sun gently rises, or late into the star-studded night. And being west-facing, it’s nigh impossible to miss the remarkable sunsets and exquisite Cornish light.
The house itself has stood the test of time and much love has been invested in its restoration. Guests benefit from the very nurturing feel it offers them.
Double sitting room
Beautiful and spacious sitting room with huge sofas and plenty of chairs. Log burner, OLED plasma, JBL Flip 6 speaker, board games. Ornamental telescope. Party lights on the main beam – a repurposed mast from a nearby ship wreck in the 1800s. Side ‘snug’ with chaise longue – the perfect spot for watching the waves, surfing and birdlife.
Kitchen
Bosch oven, hobs, large walk-in larder, nespresso machine, dishwasher, microwave, nutribullet, large fridge/freezer, cloakroom with WC.
Dining room
Large industrial dining table with long benches. Aga (optional in the summer). Party lights.
4 Bedrooms
One oceanfront king, one oceanfront double, one oceanfront twin (bunkbeds), one bayside twin. Sleeps 8.
Bathrooms
Two bathrooms both with baths and showers, separate upstairs WC, blissful hot outdoor shower in the garden (more or less private!)
Terrace / gardens
Tucked behind the house up some steps, is a largely private terrace with wondrous views of the beach, ocean and cliffs. The perfect spot for lunch, sunbathing, yoga, or reading.
Small front garden with bench made from a recycled snooker table. Larger rear gardens with private driveway.
Studio
There are several surf boards for use, as well as some wet suits. Additional sizes can be hired from a kiosk in the village carpark. Also in the studio are beach toys, picnic blankets, deck chairs and a BBQ.
Recommended things to try whilst you are at Penkenna House…
Hot outdoor shower • A soak in the huge blue bath with epsom salts • Early morning meditations or star gazing on the terrace • Early morning swim with the bay to yourself • Cup of tea on the chaise longue (while watching the surfers) • Roaring log fire in the sitting room • Picnic on the beach (rugs, toys, surfboards provided) • The house is hugged by two cliffs for exhilerating walks • Sunday roast in the Coombe Barton Inn
Essential information
One or two dogs are very welcome. (Additional fee.)
This is a no smoking property.
Saturday changeovers in the peak season.
Check in from 4PM. Check out by 10AM. Self check in with key safe.
Parking
Two private car spaces outside the house on the slipway. Room for a very small third car in the driveway. (Locals also use the slipway and clear access is required at all times for the RNLI.)
