Guests say
Barneys Barn in Penzance, Cornwall, is highly praised for its peaceful, rural location and welcoming owners. Guests appreciate the property's proximity to stunning beaches and scenic walks. The barn conversion is described as beautiful, spacious, and well-equipped, providing a comfortable and enjoyable stay. While some minor issues with cleanliness and maintenance are noted, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the property to be clean and well-presented. However, a few mentioned issues with cobwebs and spiders, suggesting room for improvement in deep cleaning, particularly in higher areas. The majority of feedback on cleanliness is positive, but these few negative comments slightly impact the overall score.
The location is consistently praised for being peaceful, rural, and close to beautiful beaches and attractions. Guests appreciate the tranquility and the opportunity to explore West Cornwall, which contributes to a high score in this category.
The property is described as comfortable, roomy, and well-proportioned, with en-suite facilities in all rooms. Some guests suggested improvements such as a larger TV and better shower heads, but overall, the comfort level is rated highly.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and the inclusion of thoughtful touches like hand soap and washing up liquid. Some guests suggested the addition of a BBQ and parasol, and mentioned minor maintenance issues with the driveway and shower heads. These small concerns slightly lower the score.
Guests mentioned the thoughtfulness of the hosts, including the provision of scones, jam, and cream upon arrival. While these gifts are warmly received, it is important to note that such personal touches, though indicative of the hosts' hospitality, may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A beautiful, rural retreat just three miles from the surfy sands at Sennen Cove in the Far West of Cornwall, Barneys Barn is one three holiday cottages positioned within the grounds of the owners 17th century grade II listed farmhouse. Surrounded by peaceful countryside this is a perfect hideaway holiday for families or friends with easy access to the coast for beach days and walking the coastal footpath. This splendid barn conversion offers tasteful and modern accommodation over two floors. Enter the property on the ground floor where returning from days at the beach you can relax in supreme comfort. The light and airy open plan living space is furnished with big modern sofas and a chunky dining table and chairs for family meals.
Partially separate a modern, glossy white kitchen is well fitted and equipped with all you need for preparing meals for the family. There is a modern shower room on this level with two steps down to a lovely twin room (zip n link to double). Each of the three lavish and beautifully presented bedrooms, offer versatile sleeping arrangements, each with zip/link beds that can be presented as twins or super-king beds. Stairs lead down to the lower ground floor and the remaining two bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room and the other with use of a separate bathroom, each with stable doors leading onto an enclosed patio.
On this floor, there is also a useful utilities area. Outside a decked terrace is accessed from the living room and enjoys meadow views over a lawned garden for private use, a perfect spot to share drinks and recap on the day's adventures. Just three miles the village of Sennen with its fine white sands and azure blue sea, the area popular with surfers and the beach lifeguarded during the summer season making it a popular destination for all ages and interests. Sennen Cove retains much of its charm with a number of small fishing boats still operating from the quaint harbour.
Overlooking the beach there is a first-class beach restaurant serving locally sourced seasonal produce. You will also find a traditional pub for great local ales, art galleries selling work by local artists, a convenience store and an all-important fish and chip shop. For days out and the beaches of St Ives are in easy reach, as is the pretty village of Marazion, home to the famous castle topped island of St Michael's Mount. The Minack, a famous open-air theatre, at Porthcurno is within a 30 minute drive and an unmissable experience. With the beaches and amenities of Sennen Cove on your doorstep and the surrounding picturesque countryside offering peace and tranquility, you will have all the ingredients for a great holiday with friends and family at any time of year.
The small fishing village of Sennen Cove is situated close to Land’s End in Cornwall. The village has a lifeboat station, church, a couple of shops, a café plus two popular gastropubs. The town of St Just is the nearest town to Land’s End and has several monument and prehistoric antiquities, including a Bronze Age settlement at Cape Cornwall. The town also has a town hall, a church, shops and pubs, and Plain-an-Gwarry, a theatre used for miracle plays in medieval times. Porthcurno, which has the outdoor Minack Theatre is situated 5 miles away. The village of Mousehole is within a short drive where stargazy pie can be sampled. Also within reach is the town of Penzance, which boasts winding streets, shops, clubs, restaurants and a harbour, from where day trips to the Scilly Isles can be enjoyed. A lovely base for your Cornwall adventure.
Accommodation
Over two floors.
Three bedrooms.
2 steps down to 1 x ground floor twin, zip/link, can be super king-size double on request.
1 x lower ground floor twin zip/link, can be super king-size double on request.
1 x lower ground floor super king-size double zip/link, can be twin on request, with en-suite shower room, shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Lower ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of children's books, games and toys.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot, highchair, booster seat, baby bath, sterilizer, child step available.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Patio with furniture and lawn garden.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop, pub, beach 3 miles.
Note: There are a few steps to the front door from parking area.
Note: Positioned with Old Barn Ref 960015 and Lower Rissick Cottage 960014 (200m) when booked together can sleep 12.
Reviews (20)
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Annie
Barneyâs Barn was very well-appointed with lots of helpful little touches (loo roll, salt and pepper, washing up liquid etc.) It was cleanness, quiet and comfortable and the lovely owners were on hand to greet us and if needed. Wouldnât hesitate to book again!
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Peter
The location really couldn't of been any better to explore the many wonderful beaches and harbours that West Cornwall has to offer - most of which were within only a few minutes drive. The hosts were very welcoming and it was nice to arrive to find not only milk, tea and coffee provided but also scones, jam and cream!! We really look forward to returning to this lovely home from home next time we're down West Cornwall.
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Jo
Surrounded by fields with cows and calves. Only a couple of miles from Lands End and Sennen. Great facilities, all rooms have en-suites and the cottage was comfortable and roomy. The hosts were lovely and very helpful. Would recommend