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Peaceful coastal property with large garden. Unbeatable views of sea and moors.

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Beach nearby
Interior
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

Map
Penzance, ENG
  • Geevor Tin Mine
    8 min drive
  • Morvah Schoolhouse
    10 min walk
  • Penzance Station
    22 min drive
  • Lands End (LEQ)
    21 min drive

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About the area

Penzance

With a stay at this vacation home in Penzance, you'll be by the sea, just steps from Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a 4-minute drive from Chun Quiot. .This vacation home is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Men-an-Tol and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Chun Castle.
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What's nearby

  • Penzance Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive
  • Cape Cornwall - 15 min drive
  • Land's End - 19 min drive
  • Minack Theatre - 23 min drive
  • Porthcurno Beach - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Hayle Station - 21 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sportsman's Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Fountain Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Star Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jeremy's Fish and Chip Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Farmers Arms - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful coastal property with large garden. Unbeatable views of sea and moors.

The Mowhay at Trevowhan lies on the unspoiled north coast of the Land's End Peninsula, midway between St Ives and Land's End. Trevowhan is a peaceful hamlet of granite cottages and the Mowhay, with its unbeatable sea views, stands in spacious surroundings within the owners' property. It is a few hundred metres from the Cornwall Coastal Footpath and has National Trust fields and moorland hills behind.
The Mowhay is on the upper floor of a traditional granite barn and has its own large private garden and parking area. The property has a spacious lounge with sweeping views from all windows, There is a newly modernised kitchen, a bedroom and a bathroom with shower. Access is by a stepped ramp with guard rail.
Trevowhan is only a few miles from Penzance, St Michael's Mount, Sennen and St Ives and is an ideal base for exploring the area. The beautiful Portheras Beach is just over a mile away while some of the finest walking country in Cornwall is within a few minutes of The Mowhay. There is a good selection of eating places and pubs within two miles in either direction. The nearest shop is two miles to the west in the village of Pendeen and Penzance is a fifteen minute drive away. There is a regular bus service running between Land's End and St Ives that stops 100m from the property.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Pauline and Des Hannigan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Peaceful coastal property with large garden. Unbeatable views of sea and moors. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short get away
Lovely barn in a quiet location but still close to all amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B., Northampton

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
👍
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax, unwind
A relaxing and enjoyable time view from the property outstanding sea to the one side and countryside to the other. The Barn Owl flying past and hunting for its young early morning and evening was an extra speical treat. Our host Pauline and Des were wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Great, quiet location for exploring the west of Cornwall, north and south coast. Pauline and Des were very welcoming, checking that everything was ok with the flat for us. It was great to watch from the lounge window as the barn owl hunted in the fields. A visit to the Minack theatre is a great experience, even in the rain! The property is located in a lovely part of our Country.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage at an Amazing Location!
Everything about this cottage was good. Comfortable bed, bright living room with sea views, well fitted-out kitchen with washing machine - and all detached with garden, parking & good communication. The Sat-Nav took us right there, but had to park and locate on foot as the property is tucked away up a drive way - no big deal though! Beautiful coastal walks nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rolandas J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mr Rolandas
It's a clean and nice house but difficult to drive on very narrow roads and was blocked for the road works.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet setting
The accommodation was quaint and quiet. We were a little further out than we expected but after a day's walking and exploring it was the perfect place to relax for the evening. Loved the setting. Des was very helpful and kind, we wished we had more time to do all the things that were in the welcome booklet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arnold V., Tiel, Netherlands

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience at the Cornish coasts!
The house has everything you need to relax in-between trips including the assistance and help of the wonderful owners who life near the house, always ready to help if needed. The surroundings are beautiful, the coastlines are overwhelming beautiful, the house isn't in a touristic place but in full countryside so peaceful and quiet is hard to imagine unless you've been there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Coastal Holiday
The Mowhay was a beautiful, peaceful place to base our mini break. Gorgeous views out to sea and onto the moorland above. The flat is spacious, spotlessly clean and with very good facilities. Pauline and Des gave us a warm and friendly welcome and we look forward to seeing them again when we no doubt rebook this great find.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Relaxing
Had very good communication with Des and Pauline prior to my arrival at the property. I was welcomed with tea bags, milk and biscuits waiting for me in the kitchen. Des and Pauline are extremely friendly and helpful and live in the adjacent building if needed. The property has views on three sides and was very clean and bright throughout. There is a large well-equipped kitchen and large lounge with a dining table and two sofas. The hamlet is quite remote, so I would say a car is essential. However, it is the perfect location to explore the North and South on the Cornish West coast. I am happy to recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing break in the Cornish countryside and look forward to booking it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug P., Atlanta, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved It
We needed a place to get away, and this was it. Though our stay was during a school break, we'd have never known it until we drove into Saint Ives. The cottage was as described and was clean, spacious, and comfortable. The views were so mesmerizing it was difficult to leave for our daily explorations. Pauline was helpful yet unobtrusive. The folder with recommendations, information, and a map was useful and thoughtful. We loved this place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil T., Bristol Uk

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Position
Great position for touring the granite coast & tin mines, not forgetting the fabulous coastline and beaches. The Mohay is an ideal crash pad for 2
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
great cottage for two
Great cottage. Steep access might deter some people.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not quite as expected .........
The property was clean and well presented on initial viewing but it was tired and needed refreshing. In places there were grubby marks on the walls. There was a hairdryer but no plug point near a mirror so in order to use the hairdryer the mirror had to be moved into the living room to the dining table for use. The basics were provided but no enhancements such as shower gel or cosmetic tissues. The water pressure was very poor - part of life in the country - but it meant the shower was either boiling hot or cold - it took a lot of adjustment to get an acceptable temperature and then it was only just above a dribble.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice appartment in great location
After a trip down to Cornwall, we were warmly welcomed by the owner. Great start of our holiday. The appartment itself was nice and clean, offered all one needs during a holiday and on top of that a great view out all windows. It is located in a very peaceful and quiet environment which was great. A set of information and good tips about where to go out for dinner and great walks in the environment was ready waiting for us. We really loved our stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just wonderful
The Mowhay is clean comfortable and well equipped. There are beautiful views especially from the three lounge windows. Welcoming tea and biscuits were much appreciated. We used the ‘ Coaster’ bus a lot, which runs hourly through the summer and stops a two minute walk from the Mowhay. There are also excellent walks from the door along the coastal path and over the moors. The late spring flowers in the hedgerows were amazing. The cottage is quite remote but within a small cluster of properties, which suited us fine. Shops, pubs etc are a car or bus ride away. Pauline was on hand if we needed anything and check in and out was totally easy. We would definitely recommend to anyone who wants a relaxing holiday.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Close enough to the coast to see the sea from the window; far enough from the crowds for solitude and peace. Excellent hosts—kind and welcoming but never intrusive. Clean, tidy accommodation in an elevated position providing great views as well as the all-important parking slot and wifi. St Ives and Penzance are not far away, otherwise relax and enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely accommodation
Really enjoyed stay, clean and tidy accommodation just what we wanted for a nice relaxing break in beautiful scenic setting. Thankyou Des and Pauline
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great stay.....
Very clean, well equipped, in a great location and made to feel very welcome by Pauline and Des. An ideal spot for discovering a beautiful part of Cornwall. Would like to visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krisztina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
We had a great stay. It’s a great location if you enjoy walks. We were pleasantly surprised by the size of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Morvah
Spacious and comfortable property for two. Excellent base for exploring area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay, beautiful place!
Amazing hosts, cozy and clean cottage with all the amenities you could wish for. Fantastic views in all directions, close to local beaches and short drive from Land's End. Land's End Coaster Bus a short walk away which goes to St. Ives with incredible views! Definitely recommend! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday at Morvah
Everything went smoothly A lovely genuine warm welcome A lovely clean spacious accommodation It was close to all the areas we wished to visit . Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine G., Devon

Liked: Cleanliness
A peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of a busy Cornwall
The Mowhay is an ideal property for a quiet get away for two. Beautifully decorated and equipped , and WiFi which is a bonus. Pauline and Des are great hosts who make you feel completely at home. A lovely garden to sit in and read, soaking up the atmosphere -it was so very quiet. Having stayed only a few days we came home refreshed. Just a little hint- leave the car parked in the drive and explore by using the open topped bus running both clockwise and anti-clockwise, quite an experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Haven in Cornwall
A tranquil haven with amazing views and in a perfect location for discovering the south west of Cornwall. Perfect