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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51044.1 sq ft
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Penzance, Cornwall
- Place, Eastern Green Beach8 min walk
- Place, Longrock Beach11 min walk
- Place, Penzance Ferry Terminal4 min drive
- Airport, Penzance (PZE-Penzance Heliport)6 min walk
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Cart House. Tastefully converted granite farm building.
The Cart House is situated in the village of Gulval with church and pub, and bus service to the stunning picturesque fishing village of St Ives just 6 miles over the hill. It is close to spectacular beaches, cliffs and the rugged Cornish coastline. It benefits from being in short and easy level walking distance to Penzance town centre, railway station, bus terminal and Isles of Scilly ferry. Mounts bay, with its safe beaches, St Michael's Mount and coastal cycle path are quickly and easily accessible. We can arrange surfing lessons, fishing trips, boat and wildlife trips and much more.
The property is ideal for families, being so close to all local amenities, but still retains a traditional Cornish village atmosphere. This traditional granite cart house was built around 1895 and has been tastefully converted to a high standard. The kitchen is equipped with cooker, fridge, microwave, toaster, washing machine. Steps down to the open plan, light and airy living room with pine floor and dining area. There is a TV, DVD player. Selection of DVDs and books. French doors to sunny paved patio area with garden furniture and lighting suitable for BBQ's. Bedroom one: Double bed. Bedroom two: Single bed. Bedroom three. 2 Single beds which can be linked together. Bedrooms are carpeted.
Bathroom has toilet, basin, bath with shower over.
The property is centrally heated.
Bed linen, bath towels and tea towels are provided. Please supply your own beach towels. There is off road parking beside the cottage and unrestricted parking in the village.
The local area is famous for many outdoor pursuits including surfing and wind surfing on spectacular beaches. Wonderful sea views and rugged coastline. Fishing, hiking, riding and cycling.
The property is ideal for families, being so close to all local amenities, but still retains a traditional Cornish village atmosphere. This traditional granite cart house was built around 1895 and has been tastefully converted to a high standard. The kitchen is equipped with cooker, fridge, microwave, toaster, washing machine. Steps down to the open plan, light and airy living room with pine floor and dining area. There is a TV, DVD player. Selection of DVDs and books. French doors to sunny paved patio area with garden furniture and lighting suitable for BBQ's. Bedroom one: Double bed. Bedroom two: Single bed. Bedroom three. 2 Single beds which can be linked together. Bedrooms are carpeted.
Bathroom has toilet, basin, bath with shower over.
The property is centrally heated.
Bed linen, bath towels and tea towels are provided. Please supply your own beach towels. There is off road parking beside the cottage and unrestricted parking in the village.
The local area is famous for many outdoor pursuits including surfing and wind surfing on spectacular beaches. Wonderful sea views and rugged coastline. Fishing, hiking, riding and cycling.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 and a first aid kit
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A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Penzance
Located in Penzance, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Michael's Mount and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, while Tremenheere Sculpture Garden and Acorn Theatre are cultural highlights. National Dahlia Collection and Trengwainton Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Penzance, Cornwall
What's nearby
- Eastern Green Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Longrock Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Union Hotel - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Penzance Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
- Penzance Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Roundhouse - 3 min drive
- Hellys Deli Bar Cafe - 2 min drive
- Mexico Inn - 2 min drive
- 4 - 3 min drive
- Sullivan's Diner - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
13 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Louise C.
1 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent family holiday
Louise C.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Em C.
2 Aug, 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
Em C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dorothea S.
8 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dorothea S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tony(Anthony) A.
18 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staycation Retreat
Tony(Anthony) A.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Caroline P.
25 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location and well equip
Caroline P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris A.
18 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan R.
20 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodation
Jonathan R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ben T.
31 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Already booked for next year!
Ben T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Pradeep T.
30 Sept, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good overall
Pradeep T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tracey B.
22 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday in Gulval
Tracey B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tony(Anthony) A.
14 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staging post
Tony(Anthony) A.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike O.
20 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mike O.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Caroline H.
19 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would recommend
Caroline H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Melvin B.
3 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cart house
Melvin B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynda T.
29 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely time.
Lynda T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sue H.
3 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our holiday
Sue H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Tobias P.
29 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in an outstanding landscape
Tobias P.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Georg B.
9 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gulval in the sun :-)
Georg B.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
23 Jul, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cart house stay
Verified traveller
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
John F.
24 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our May holliday
John F.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
6/10 Okay
Andrew W.
27 Aug, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Andrew W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Peter H.
17 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Month in Gulval
Peter H.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
julian B.
31 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
julian B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
André S.
23 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
André S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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