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Tin Miner's Cottage by the coast

Family-friendly cottage in Penzance

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Nestled in a peaceful village, this charming cottage combines rustic charm with modern comforts. With its granite stone walls, flagstone floors, and wood-burning stove, it's the perfect haven for relaxation. Unwind on the sofa or take in the glorious views of the sea from upstairs windows or raised seated garden area.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tin Miner's Cottage by the coast

The cottage is made of 3 foot thick granite stone with a flagstone floor partly covered with rugs. It is tastefully decorated retaining its original rustic charm. At the heart of the main living area there is a wood burning stove, perfect for cosying up on the the sofa to read or watch TV. The dining area makes use of the window seat. The kitchen is off to one side with all basic equipment, full size oven, touch hob, fridge freezer, and toaster. Off the other side of the living area is the bathroom, with a walk-in shower and where the washer-drier is located.

The two bedrooms are upstairs with views of the sea. One with king size bed and the other with bunkbeds, which has a third pull out bed if required. A travel cot is also available. The windows are all double glazed, there are wall mounted electric heaters in each room. The garden has a paved area, raised seated area (with glorious views of the sea and sunset) and small lawn. The spectacular Southwest Costal Path is a short walk from the cottage, with breath taking ocean views along the cliffs and hidden sandy coves. Geevor Tin Mine Museum and café and the village of Pendeen, with pubs, shops and a restaurant are a short walk away.

Please note, due to the layout and size of the cottage (due to its age) it may not be suitable for people who have difficulties with mobility. Please contact us with any questions.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Pendeen, Penzance, Cornwall

What's nearby

  • Geevor Tin Mine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape Cornwall - 12 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Botallack Mine - 14 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Sennen Cove Beach - 15 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Land's End - 22 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) - 21 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sportsman Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fountain Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪St Buryan Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Surf Beach Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Pirate Inn - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tin Miner's Cottage by the coast pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tin Miner's Cottage by the coast?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Tin Miner's Cottage by the coast?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tin Miner's Cottage by the coast?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tin Miner's Cottage by the coast located?

This family-friendly Penzance cottage is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Geevor Tin Mine. Portheras Cove and Levant Mine and Beam Engine are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Tin Miner's Cottage by the coast Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 62 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Darren M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent area to explore this part of Cornwall,not far from some amazing beaches like Porthcurno.The coastal path is close to the cottage with some great views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie N.

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

Fabulous stay

Fabulous stay, we only live in mid Cornwall but needed a break, just what we needed, thanks xx
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Helen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

retreat

Ideal for a solo retreat justthereset I needed. thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jodie reed

Very special place

This was my second visit with my husband and two young children and the cottage was, once again, simply magical for all of us. After a brisk walk on the spectacular and rugged coast or a day at the beach, entering through the thick stone walls one feels immediately warm and at home. Rooms are incredibly simply but beautifully put together with vintage and modern pieces in a way that is understated but warm and welcoming and perfectly respects the working history and environment. The cottage is well equipped and we did a fair bit of cooking, buying groceries from the very well stocked local shop but also regularly treated ourselves to fish and chips from Lillian's in the village. Our kids loved the bunk beds and running around in the enclosed garden at the front but I think my favourite was the double bedroom with sea views. Slept better there than I have done in years!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katharine Y.

The most beautiful place on earth

We have just come back from the wonderfully relaxing, refreshing time ever. I really could have stayed forever! The cottage was clean, beautifully decorated and really cosy. Waking up to views of the sea everyday was definitely a big bonus. We spent days out going to Sennen Cove and walking along the coastal path exploring the old tin mines. One of the highlights of the week was a long coastal walk to St Ives on Thurs which was 13.5miles and took us a total of 6.5hrs but was worth it. Such stunning scenery. After that we felt entitled to a few days rest and recuperation - reading, playing scrabble and yoga. We spent most evenings in next to the wood burning stove and eating lovely meals made in the surprisingly well equipped kitchen. The cottage really is the most special place in the most wonderful location in the world and I feel very lucky to have been able to spend time there so thank you again!

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

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

Weekend Stay

Lovely, character filled property in a great location for walking on the coast path and enjoying the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julie N.

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

Tin Miner's Cottage

A week in a traditional 2 bed , dog friendly tin miner's cottage. Very well equipped , with everything you could need ( though no microwave which would have been useful). Beds were very comfortable and shower was excellent. We did feel that maybe a rejig of the sitting area might be appropriate as there is limited comfortable sitting space with only one sofa. Heather & Chris who oversee the property are absolutely lovely and incredibly helpful. All in all a great week was had.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

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

Fantastic short break

The cottage was lovely and only a few minutes walk from the coastal path. Despite a mixed bag of weather, we enjoyed a couple of sunsets and a starry night. We had a car so as well as local coastal walks; enjoyed finding the many surrounding ancient stones and trips to the Barbara Hepworth Museum and The Minack Theatre. All of which were wonderful. We ate at The Gurnards Head and The Tinners Arms - both were faultless in ambiance, service and food quality. Would love to return again some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry W.

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

Stone cottage stunning

The rustic cottage was in a wonderful location with a traditional flavour but all the modern conveniences. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keenon H.

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

Loved this cottage!

We loved staying in this cottage with the thick walls, window seats, and creaky floors. We were very comfortable and were glad to have use of the kitchen and washer/dryer. We walked down part of the coastal path and enjoyed the views. Very clean and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valeria W.

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

Cosy Cottage

Wir durften zwei Wochen in Nickys heimeligem Cottage wohnen. Die Lage ist perfekt- nur einen Steinwurf von coastal path und so ruhig, dass wir nachts nur unseren Atem gehört haben. Das Haus ist sehr gut ausgestattet mit allem, was benötigt wird. Die Betten waren sehr bequem und der Wohn- Essbereich war sehr gemütlich. Am schönsten war die Terrasse mit Blick auf das Meer- traumhaft schön.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Nice Cottage

We had a wonderful time in this beautiful little cottage.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

HAYDN J.

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

Character cottage in a wonderful location

The cottage is unspoiled, it has wonderful character and has been renovated without losing an authentic feel. The location is superb. We were able to see the sea from the bedrooms, and watch awesome sunsets from the garden. There were always parking spaces about thirty yards from the property. The cottage was very clean and had good facilities. The location would be hard to beat if you like the wild and 'real 'Cornwall. We had a super time, relaxing and chilled.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sönke C.

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

Nice cottage in a nice environment

We are a family of five and had a good time in this beautiful cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

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

Lovely stay in Cornwall

Lovely quiet destination in a quaint little cottage. Not far from St. Ives and very near my favourite place, Cape Cornwall. We really enjoyed our stay here and would love to come back again sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone B.

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

gemütliche Unterkunft

Wir hatten einen schönen Aufenthalt. Das Cottage ist klein, aber sehr gemütlich. Es ist ein Altbau, dementsprechend im unteren Geschoss etwas dunkel, aber zum Wohlfühlen. Tolle, moderne Dusche. In der Küche ist alles, was man benötigt. Die Schlafzimmer sind hellhörig, aber groß genug und schön eingerichtet. Vom Garten sieht man das Meer. Mit Hunden kann man toll spazieren gehen, immer mit Sicht auf das Meer. Viele Ausflugsziele sind von dort gut zu erreichen. Die Nachbarn sind freundlich und hilfsbereit. Insgesamt können wir das Cottage weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Fiona T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Fabulous cottage but facilities need updating

Very convenient location to the coastal path to Levant mine one way and Pendeen lighthouse the other. Kitchen very well equipped. Bed comfy. Stunning fireplace. New shower is amazingly powerful and great after a long day walking. Would recommend staying and would stay again. Communication with property owner was very good and made the booking process easier. Lost stars due to vrbo not listing the property correctly and the app not sending access code. Vrbo states there is an electricity meter and to bring £1 coins for power. There was no meter (gas and electricity freely available) so needn't of bothered trying to find £1s! There is a washer/dryer but vrbo states a washing line is available with launderettes nearby. Vrbo app didn't load the access code so I had to ring the property manager to be able to get in on a wet day!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jens S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nie mehr weg ...

... wollten wir hier aus Pendeen. Wer eine luxuriöse Herberge sucht, ist hier sicherlich falsch aufgehoben. Wer es aber gemütlich mag und Ausflüge in die schönste Umgebung liebt, wird hier genau richtig sein.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ella S.

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

Gem

Wonderful cottage with history and tasteful decor. Very helpful host. We loved it and walked to the nearby cove with our 4 year old. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

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

Simple but a great stay!

The house is very clearly a family owned place and not over done as so many holiday let’s are . Simple and cosy in a location close to many walks , sites etc but off the main tourist drags. Fight your way around St Ives or Mousehole if you want but this was better. Walks from the doorway and 2 pubs within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

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

Great little bolt hole

Small but perfectly formed! Had everything we wanted for our Christmas getaway… lovely and warm, comfortable beds, great oven and a log fire. Would recommend :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wayne T.

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

Weekend away

The cottage had a lot of character, loved staying there beautiful view from the garden, perfect location if you enjoy hiking/walking. Would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

ANUP T.

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

Great location

Amazing location; great character and history in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

bren M.

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

Highly recommended

Wonderful cottage in amazing location, I loved every minute of my stay here.

10/10 Excellent

Keira D.

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

Beautiful cosy cottage in a stunning location

We’ve just come back from a wonderful few days in this gorgeous, characterful cottage. The weather was wild and windy when we arrived but that didn’t matter as the cottage was warm, cosy and welcoming. We were so comfortable and everything was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. The location is excellent, right on the edge of the village with sea views and a 5 minute walk to the South West Coastal Path. Fantastic pubs very nearby too! We’ve visited Cornwall a few times but staying here is the first time we felt properly connected to the authentic Cornwall and all of its rich heritage. We will definitely be back, in fact I’m planning to make another booking this week! Great communication from the friendly owner also. Thank you for letting us enjoy your beautiful cottage! Thank you also to Heather who made us feel very welcome when we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020