Carnson House Bed & Breakfast - Penzance

$$$$||View on mapPenzance, United Kingdom2 East Terrace, Penzance, United Kingdom|
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Carnson House Bed & Breakfast - Penzance
2 East Terrace, Penzance, United Kingdom·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Staff9.5
Location9.4
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Value for money8.7
Who stays here
Solo44%
Couples25%
Families20%
Groups11%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Staff9.5
Location9.4
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Value for money8.7
Who stays here
Solo44%
Couples25%
Families20%
Groups11%

Historic 18th-century Cornish granite guest house opposite Penzance Railway Station

Location & Transport

Carnson House sits 500 metres from Penzance harbour and directly opposite Penzance Railway Station. The property is an 8-minute walk from Penzance Ferry Terminal, providing easy access to the Isles of Scilly. Wharfside Shopping Centre is a 2-minute walk, and St Michael's Mount is reachable within a short drive or walk at low tide.

Rooms & Accommodation

Carnson House offers a range of room configurations including family rooms and twin en-suites, each with private bathroom facilities. Rooms are comfortably furnished with tea and coffee-making facilities, a hairdryer, and ironing facilities. The property provides free on-street parking options nearby and luggage storage for guests.

Dining & Breakfast

A traditional Cornish breakfast is served daily in the bright airy dining room, using quality local produce such as Cornish sausages and bacon. Packed lunches can be arranged for guests exploring the Lands End peninsula. The breakfast menu includes cooked-to-order options with vegetarian and dietary needs accommodated.

Activities & Recreation

The property features an outdoor tennis court available for guest recreation. On-site leisure activities include cycling, diving, fishing, horse riding, and windsurfing. The hotel provides bike lock-up facilities and luggage storage for guests engaging in these activities.

Guest Services

Guests can check in from 10 am, allowing early arrival and immediate access to the room. The hosts provide personalized attention to individual schedules, including early breakfast for ferry departures. Daily housekeeping services the rooms while guests enjoy breakfast.

  • Location: 500 metres from harbour, opposite railway station and ferry terminal
  • Breakfast: Traditional Cornish breakfast with local produce and packed lunches
  • Recreation: Outdoor tennis court and bike lock-up facilities
  • Rooms: Family rooms and twin en-suites with private bathrooms
  • Service: 10 am check-in and personalized attention to schedules
  • Activities: Cycling, diving, fishing, horse riding, windsurfing on site
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 10:00-21:00
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:7
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Rooms and availability

Standard Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Family Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports activities

Mini golf

Cycling

Fishing

Snorkelling

No pets allowed
No Smoking

No smoking on site

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Mini golf
  • Squash
  • Fishing

Services

  • Housekeeping

Spa & Leisure

  • Karaoke

Room features

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Carnson House Bed & Breakfast

💵 Lowest room price 75 £
📏 Distance to centre 500 m
✈️ Distance to airport 1.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport Penzance, PZE

Location

2 East Terrace, Penzance, United Kingdom
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2 East Terrace, Penzance, United Kingdom
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2 East Terrace, Penzance, United Kingdom
  • City landmarks
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Mall
Wharfside Shopping Centre
340 m
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490 m
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The Alverton Gallery
590 m
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Round called Lescudjack Castle
400 m
Bread Street
Tradstract Gallery
340 m
Gallery
Lighthouse Gallery
460 m
56 Chapel Street No Longer In Chapel Street
Stoneman Gallery
520 m
Gallery
Cornwall Contemporary
600 m
Restaurant
The Longboat Inn
50 m
Restaurant
Light of Bengal
70 m
Restaurant
Little India
140 m
Restaurant
Hellys Deli Bar Cafe
200 m
Restaurant
The Crown
210 m
Restaurant
The Quirky Bird Cafe Pz
200 m
Restaurant
Costa Coffee
260 m
Restaurant
The Old Lifeboat House Bistro
430 m
Restaurant
Mermaid Alley
480 m

Reviews of Carnson House Bed & Breakfast

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FAQ about Carnson House

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at the lovely Carnson House Bed & Breakfast?
You can visit St Michael's Mount, placed 3.8 km from the lovely Carnson House Bed & Breakfast or the 15-acre Cornish Trewidden Garden, which is 0.7 km away.
What interesting sites can I visit not far from Carnson House Bed & Breakfast?
Guests of Carnson House Bed & Breakfast can visit Wharfside Shopping Centre (within walking distance of the accommodation), or Penlee House Gallery and Museum placed 8 minutes' walk away.
What are our dining options during the stay at Carnson House Bed & Breakfast hotel?
Unfortunately, Carnson House Bed & Breakfast hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but there is a variety of dining venues just outside the property - visit café Costa Coffee (300 meters) for the taste of British cuisine or Light of Bengal (100 meters), which is popular for its Bangladeshi dishes.
What time is check-in and check-out at the lovely Carnson House Bed & Breakfast?
Guests of the lovely Carnson House Bed & Breakfast can check in from 10:00 to 21:00 and check out from 10:00.
How much does it cost to stay at the bed & breakfast?
The price for a room in the bed & breakfast starts at $102.
What payment methods are available in the hotel?
At the hotel, you can pay using сash, Mastercard, and Visa.
What room types are available at the lovely Carnson House Bed & Breakfast?
Guest Room, Family Room, and Private Bathroom Queen Room are among the room types available at the lovely Carnson House Bed & Breakfast.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at Carnson House Bed & Breakfast hotel?
Most rooms at Carnson House Bed & Breakfast hotel include a writing table and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Is free internet provided in the lovely Carnson House Bed & Breakfast?
Yes, the lovely Carnson House Bed & Breakfast provides Wi-Fi available in the rooms for free.
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