Guests say
Penarvon House in Cornwall receives high praise for its stunning views, well-stocked kitchen, and spaciousness, accommodating large groups and families with ease. The property's location in Helston offers charming village proximity and scenic surroundings, though some guests noted challenges with narrow access roads. While most experiences were positive, a few guests mentioned issues with cleanliness and maintenance.
Most guests found Penarvon House to be clean and well-presented, though there were isolated comments about cleanliness on arrival and maintenance issues like mould in a shower and stained mattress protectors. These seem to be exceptions rather than the rule.
The location is highly praised for its spectacular views and proximity to local amenities like shops and restaurants. The rural and narrow roads were noted, adding to the charm for some, but a challenge for others.
Guests consistently mention the house's comfort, with its spacious rooms and ample bathrooms. However, some guests experienced issues with early morning light in bedrooms and a challenging toilet flush, slightly affecting the comfort score.
The property boasts a well-equipped kitchen, a games room, and comfortable furnishings. Some guests encountered maintenance issues like a broken extractor fan and difficulties with the lockbox and heating, which suggests room for improvement.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
If you are looking for a truly special house for an amazing holiday then look no further. Located in a stunning setting, proudly sat above the Helford Estuary, is the award-winning Penarvon House which was featured on TVs Fantasy Homes by the Sea, and the minute you arrive you will understand why. Driving down a private lane you reach the house entrance, passing through the electric gates and there, in front of you is a house that dreams are made of. Completely private and enclosed you will notice terraces on both sides from where you get the most breathtaking views of the estuary. Entering into the house is where you will sense the real WOW factor. Passing the cloakroom and utility room, you enter into the massive light and airy kitchen and dining area with French doors leading out onto the patio terrace. The superbly-equipped, fully-fitted kitchen features Neff appliances including a double oven. Passing the large handmade dining table, four steps will take you into the wonderful 15 metre sitting room. This spectacular relaxing room has amazing views every which way you look. For cooler evenings, and for wonderful winter breaks, the large open fire will ensure cosy evenings sat in front of the fully-integrated 50 TV with family or friends in the comfy sofas and armchairs. The bedrooms, again, are truly luxurious with three double bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities, and a twin bedroom with a large bathroom opposite; three of the rooms are on the lower ground floor as you enter the house but look out over to the rear gardens, whilst the master room is on the upper floor and commands superb views. If you have children with you, they will no doubt be spending a great deal of time in the superb games room where they can even have the adventure of sleeping there as well as there are comfortable pull-out beds. Just a few minutes walk down from the house, along a pretty private lane, youll find the picture postcard village of Helford with its excellent village store and the famous Shipwrights Arms thatched pub, which is situated right on the river. The Helford Sailing Club offers temporary membership and a mooring is available with the house. With so much going on based on the river, you could be tempted not to venture too far away but this is an area with beautiful walks, delightful beaches and creeks, famous gardens to visit and the whole of the amazing Lizard Peninsula to explore. Penarvon House is THE perfect location for that special holiday or break whatever time of year, whether its in winter with the open fire, the underfloor heating system and the individual thermostatic controls for each room to give you all the warmth and comfort you need, or during the summer with the fantastic water-based activities on offer.
The picturesque village of Helford boasts excellent village stores, lovely thatched cottages, The Shipwrights Arms with its waterside terrace, all set on the south side of the Helford River. Every August there is a regatta and The Helford River Sailing Club is a very popular feature.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x first floor king-size double with en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC, 1 x lower ground floor four poster king-size double with en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC, 1 x lower ground floor king-size double with en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC, 1 x lower ground floor twin.
Lower ground floor bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with open fire.
Utility.
Games room with 4 pull-out beds and snooker table.
Underfloor heating throughout and individual thermostatic controls for each room and open fire.
Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV with Sky Sports and BT Sport, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and all fuel for fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent, please bring own beach towels.
Off road parking for 6 cars.
Gravelled garden and lawned areas with terraces, BBQ and furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome (restricted to kitchen, dining and sitting areas by stairgates).
Additional dogs £50 per dog.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop, pub and beach 10 mins walk.
Note: Please advise at the time of booking if you require a mooring during your stay.
Note: If you require the pull-out beds, please advise at the time of booking.
Note: Check-in 4pm.
Please note - Maximum party of 8 including any children/infants.
Please note - This property operates a refundable good housekeeping bond of £300 for bookings made after 6th August 2018.
Note - No stag, hen or similar partiesCheck out time is 09:30.
For every 30 minutes later, customers will be charged £100 from the Good Housekeeping Bond.
Nearby points of interest
- National Maritime Museum Cornwall
- Royal Cornwall Museum
- Pendennis Castle
- Enys Gardens
- St Peter’s Church, Flushing
- St Mawes Castle
- Cadgwith Cove
- Kynance Cove
Reviews (18)
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Ross
Getting in was a major problem as the paperwork said about a key on a hook, not in a new key box!. Getting hold of someone to give us a code (both Sykes and the Cleaner were chased) took nearly two hours and it was pouring with rain, not a good start, we were told this was because Sykes had not up rated their website. NOTE: Sykes, there is no way to contact anyone other than sales and they were not very helpful. We got in to a house smelling of major sewer spill down stairs in the main bedroom and had to pour a bottle of bleach down the shower drain to remove it, this did come back twice more, very unpleasant. We hovered up some pop corn in the main room on the first day and cleaned the moldy shower in the down stairs in the main bedroom as much as we could, it was unpleasant. The house and fittings were tired but acceptable ( the pool ques had no tips or were bent so not able to use) We had a house in port Issac last year similar in size and price which was immaculate and I am basing my feedback on this and the feed back to them was very good. Lastly I don't like the constant monetary threats that seemed to be part of this hire (£100 per half hour of not leaving on time) etc. Will I get a £100 per half hour for the time I had to wait to get in? I don't think so! The fact you are asked to take the sheets off to save the cleaners time. You should pay the cleaners more maybe? Otherwise the family had a very good time but could have been even better! and less stressful. Regards Ross
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Andy
However, there were a few things that could have been improved. The en-suite bathroom to the main bedroom downstairs had a terrible septic tank smell that lingered all week. The extractor fan above the hob was broken which meant cooking smells pervaded the house. We were only provided with one tea towel for 8 people for a week, which was not adequate.
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Julia
It is a welcoming, generous and beautiful space, with stunning views and an atmosphere of happy times enjoyed there by many people over the years. We felt extremely well looked after by your housekeeper for whom nothing was too much trouble. We found we had all we needed and more to relax and have a wonderful family holiday. Thank you.