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This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance

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A stone house with a sloped roof, a wooden fence, and a barbecue grill.
A stone house with a large tree in front, a grassy yard, and picnic tables.
A mirror with an oval frame reflecting a room with a staircase and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with a stone wall, white cabinets, a black sink, a toaster, and a kettle.
A cozy room with a stone wall, a black wood-burning stove, a wooden table, and a television mounted on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garage parking available
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Nancledra, England
  • Place, Porthmeor Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, St Ives Harbour
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Carbis Bay Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Penzance

Located in Penzance, this holiday home is in a rural area. Chysauster Ancient Village and Egyptian House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall National Landscape and Marazion Marsh. Saint Ives Leisure Centre and St Ives Society of Artists are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and rock climbing nearby.
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Nancledra, England

What's nearby

  • Porthminster Beach - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Porthmeor Beach - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • St Ives Harbour - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Tate St. Ives - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Carbis Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) - 15 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mine Brewing Taproom - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Gannet Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Casita - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bre Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Moomaid By The Lake - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is This little gem nestles in a peaceful valley between St Ives and Penzance located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps from Cornwall National Landscape and within 6 mi (10 km) of Leach Pottery Museum and Chysauster Ancient Village. Saint Ives Leisure Centre and St. Ives Theatre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay, very comfy and peaceful and in a beautiful setting. Very nice and friendly hosts also. I would highly recommend this place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cozy lodging that Margaret and Mark have created with such attention to detail is truly one of a kind. If you can’t enjoy Smithy’s Stable, you’re in the wrong place anyway.We’d like to take this opportunity to once again express our special thanks for the excellent hospitality we received, and we hope to see you again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a lovely few days here, the accommodation is set in a lovely peaceful garden. The hosts were super helpful with many tips on nearby restaurant recommendations etc. The room was very clean and tastefully decorated. We would certainly stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This charming cottage is well worth renting. It is small but very comfortable and has all that is needed for an enjoyable stay. The location is very special as are the hosts Mark and Margaret. They are very welcoming and friendly. Margaret’s scones are fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Excellent, clean, comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in Cornwall

Beautiful house in a great location and very friendly hosts
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very cosy little cottage. There was everything we needed. Very friendly hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

Amazing place so quiet and peaceful. Not far from the beach and restaurants. Hosts are great would highly recommend 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary holiday

Anniversary holiday, loved it
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming, characterful property

We had a lovely stay (1 week) over the new year. Great location, well equipped, nicely presented, and very amenable hosts. Would happily return. Make sure you read the property guide, as it has some great tips on places to go and things to see.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2024
Simon Thank you for your review we really appreciate it. I will crack on with the snagging list you left me as discussed. 😀. Do come back when the weather is dry. You are very welcome. All the best for 2024. Mark & Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

This property is a place of extreme beauty and tranquility. The welcome was so warm that we did not feel like strangers on holiday but rather like visiting family friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2022
Hi Susan We enjoyed having you both stay. It was a pleasure to meet you and we are happy that you had such a good time and felt totally comfortable. Thank you Mark & Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in beautiful gardens

Lovely cottage with great homely decor that had everything we needed, . Loved the beautiful wild garden and tranquillity and it was in a perfect location for Penzance and St Ives just a few miles away. Hosts Mark and Margaret were very friendly and accommodating. Would definately go again..
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2022
Thank you Valerie. Yes do visit again. We would be very happy to host. Best Wishes Mark & Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing find

An absolute gem of a holiday home, owners were so welcoming with lovely home made cream tea on arrival, set In amazing grounds with your own little private cottage garden, great to sit and chill with a glass of wine and a book. Easy drive to St Ives and other lovely areas and some great pubs nearby for a lovely evening meal
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

We enjoyed this cozy cottage with a lovely garden and close footpaths. The hosts were very friendly and easy to communicate with. The cottage had everything we needed. A bit tight around the bed but a great night sleep!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar, 2024
Tim and Karen stayed for 4 nights. They left our place in good condition which we were happy with. The weather was pretty inclement for them but they made the most of it. We would recommend them and have them back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a gem!

We had a wonderful time here! It was so nice to return from day trips to a quiet comfortable Cornish Cottage. Our hosts, Mark and Margaret, have put their hearts into every aspect of the property and could not have been more welcoming. I would not hesitate to return here or give it our fullest recommendation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Cornish haven

Beautifully presented cottage in a peaceful, rural setting. Perfectly located to travel to nearby St. Ives, Penzance, Mousehill, Porthleven, etc. Extremely comfortable bed, woke up refreshed every morning 😃. Lovely warm welcome by the hosts, along with Rosie the dog and gorgeous fluffy cats 😊. And thank you for the delicious cream tea on arrival!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cornwall Location

Smithy’s Stable is a lovely little cottage halfway between Penzance and St Ives, so the perfect spot for exploring West Cornwall. Mark and Margaret are wonderful hosts and provided numerous adventure ideas. You will need a car — and need to believe that the car is not as wide as you think!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smithy’s Stable

Fabulous stay at Smithy’s stable. Ideally located to explore Cornwall.Very peaceful retreat. Hosts greeted us with a creamed tea which was much appreciated and some lovely home grown tomatoes. Would highly recommend. Smithy’s stable is so quaint and set in lovely gardens. Would definitely like to come back again one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2023
Monica Thank you for your review. We really do appreciate it. Come back anytime. Best wishes Mark Taylor
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and peaceful little property

Even though this is a small property, it contains everything that you need for your stay. It was a little chilly when we were there so we lit the wood burner, which was very cosy. We made use of the smart TV and we enjoyed sitting out in the pretty garden.Mark was very welcoming when we arrived and provided us with plenty of local information. Margaret also made us some delicious scones for our arrival which we thoroughly enjoyed.
Lighting the woodburner.
St.Ives
Enjoying the garden
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exquisite

Could not be happier with our stay at “Smitty’s Stables”. The place was clean, shower “huge” and bed comfy. The surroundings are beautiful and peaceful …. I can’t remember seeing so many bright stars in the sky at night - breath-taking. Mark was so pleasant and helpful… even stocked the kitchen with milk, tea and coffee for us….. much needed after the drive from London. I strongly recommend that you stay here!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

peaceful and friendly

We had an extraordinary weeks long stay. The jewel of a stone cottage in west Cornwall was perfect in every way: quaint, cozy, clean, self contained. We discovered some local tracks to explore through the moors and cow pastures to a local pub. We had a car for 3 days to explore the rest of the peninsula. And when we needed a lift somewhere, our host Mark was right there. It is a distance(4-5 miles) to either St. Ives or Penzance but great place to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy, clean, well-equipped and very welcoming. ☺️

A lovely, cosy (converted stable, I think?🤔). So welcoming and friendly. Nicely decorated, lovely log-burner and very comfy bed, with great shower. Owners left me a chocolate Easter bunny, a welcome card and primroses. Thank you 🙏 for a lovely, comfy stay. Make sure you get good directions, as down some Cornish country lanes (will need a car), but only 7-min drive to St Ives, and similar to Penzance, so great location. Owners very helpful in all respects, highly recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2024
Thank You for your review Debbie. We do appreciate it. Hope your parcel arrived in good time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and Cosy

We spent 5 nights over the Christmas break at Smithy's Stables whilst visiting family who live locally. Communication with the owner before hand was great, Mark's directions where detailed and lead us straight to the property, although we did get lost the following day in the dark. The place was cosy and warm with the wood burner and bathroom radiator. The accommodation is well equipped clean. There is a lot of attention to detail in the decor. The kitchen area contained everything we needed. The bed was so comfortable, we slept extremely well. The little welcome gift was a nice touch and much appreciated. Mark was friendly and knowledgeable about the local area. We did a nice walk from the cottage when the rain stopped. I'm sure we will stay again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2024
Suzanne. Thank you for your great review. We are sorry for the weather which was simply dreadful. Come back when it’s sunny and dry. Uou are always welcome. Best wishes for 2024. Mark & Margaret
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in this peaceful cosy cottage surrounded by beautiful garden. Very warm welcome from hosts. It's ideally situated for exploring the west of Cornwall and lovely to return there at the end of the days adventure to chill in front of the fire
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We could not have asked for a better experience!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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