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Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall

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A stone building with a garden in front, including potted plants and yellow flowers.
A rustic kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone wall, and a dining table with chairs.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.
A rustic kitchen with a stone wall, wooden furniture, and a brick fireplace.
A wooden staircase with a railing, a bookshelf filled with books, and a brick wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cornwall National Landscape
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Penzance, Cornwall, England
  • Place, Men Scryfa
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Men-an-Tol
    ‪18 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 half bathroom

Shower room

Shower only

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall

Created by combining 2 former miners cottages, adjacent to the once famous Ding Dong Mines, now a World Industrial Heritage Site, Bal Cottage provides a unique base from which to explore the many places of interest and entertainment on the Land's End peninsular and nearby.
Signs of the area's industrial past are long gone except for the striking ruined engine houses once used to power the mines, which dug for Copper, Tin and Lead.
The location is 700' above sea level, almost the highest point on the Land's End, and overlooks acres of moorland on three sides, with the whole of Mount's Bay to the South, including the picturesque St Michael's Mount, distant Lizard Peninsula and a horizon some 30 miles away.
Bal Cottage now forms part of an original row of 4 cottages on Bal Row, (Bal is Cornish for Mine). The owners live next door and are always available for advice or assistance if requested. The cottages are approached by a short track from the nearest lane and are therefore free from passing traffic or other disturbances.
It is possible to walk for many miles straight out of the door or make an easy car journey to St Ives, 9 miles, Penzance, 4 miles, Land's End, 15 miles, Porthcurno, 15 miles and Marazion/St Michael's Mount, 8 miles.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Request cot, high chair. Top stair gates fitted.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests must inform us as soon as possible of any breakages, accidents or of faults discovered. We won't be cross - we just need to know.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10062694
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

About the area

Penzance

Located in Penzance, this cottage is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of St. Michael's Mount and Carbis Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour. Consider Acorn Theatre for a night out or Trengwainton Garden if you're travelling with kids. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding.
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Penzance, Cornwall, England

What's nearby

  • Men Scryfa - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Men-an-Tol - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) - 12 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Farmers Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Copper Fox Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Tremenheere (Wetherspoon) - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fred's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Tinner's Arms - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall?

As of 20 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall on 9 Sept, 2026 start from S$680, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall located?

This family-friendly Penzance cottage is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cornwall National Landscape and Men-an-Tol. Chun Castle is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Bal Cottage at Ding Dong Cottages

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What makes this property unique

Bal Cottage is one of three properties, known jointly as Ding Dong Cottages. Remote in feeling but accessible to many places of interest and entertainment. St Ives, Penzance, Marazion, Land's End, Sennen Cove and Porthcurno, site of the famous Minack Theatre, are all a short drive away. The extraordinary Lost Gardens of Helligan and The Eden Project are about an hours drive distant.
But closer to home, you may walk for miles from Bal Cottage, Eastward to St Ives, Westward to The Land's End or to the to the magnificent scenery of the North Coast (2 to 3 miles over the Moors).

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