About this property
This small, cosy miner’s cottage is an ideal base from which to explore the beautiful rugged area of West Cornwall, and is surrounded by fantastic beaches and coastal scenery..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed.
Economy 7 heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and stairgate. Back garden. Storage for surf boards/wet suits. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: The garden has right of access for neighbouring properties.. Welcome to Chywoon, a typical miner’s cottage in the town of St Just, 8 miles from Penzance and just over 6 miles from Lands End. This cosy mid-terraced cottage offers basic affordable accommodation for up to four adults or three adults and two children; one dog is welcome as well. The bathroom, living room and kitchen are downstairs and the three bedrooms upstairs. There is a small table in the kitchen, however most guests prefer to sit in the living room to eat. The garden has a right of way for neighbouring properties, although this is rarely used and it makes a lovely space to sit out and enjoy the beautiful skies at night. If you are into surfing, equipment can be stored in a shed accessible through a gate leading directly into garden.
This is an ideal location from which to explore the rugged coastline of Cape Cornwall. The coastal paths and walks have evidence of the tin mining that was important in the area years ago. Geever Tin Mine in Pendeen is 2¾ miles away; whilst you are here you can also visit the Pendeen Lighthouse. Just over 6 miles away is Land’s End, which is a brilliant day out for all ages. It’s the most westerly point of the UK and home to the famous signpost, John o’ Groats to Land’s End. Dogs on leads are welcome here, but not allowed in the indoor attractions. Five miles away is Sennen Cove, popular with families as the beach has a gentle slope and rock pools as well as being the most westerly point for surfers - there is a surf school. It has a seasonal dog ban, but around the corner is Gwynver Beach which is dog friendly and much quieter.
Just over 8 miles away is the stunning beach of Porthcurno, with turquoise water and white sand surrounded by cliffs making this one of the most beautiful beaches. Suitable for surfers and experienced swimmers only, due to the steep shelving, and not suitable for people with mobility issues since the trek down to the beach is accessed along a coastal path which is steep. Here you can visit the Museum of Global Communications, celebrating the first undersea telegraph cable.
If you are a fan of the TV series ‘Poldark’ you will be familiar with the landscapes, as there is a lot of history in the area including folk tales of witches at Kenidjack and piskies leading mortals astray. The walk along Kenidjack valley is spectacular ending in a rocky cove where you often see seals 1¼ miles away.
Free WiFi
The garden has right of way for neighbouring properties although this is rarely used.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Gwynver Beach
- Land's End
- Porthchapel Beach
- Porthgwarra Beach
- Nanjizal Beach
- Porthminster Beach Café
- Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
- Minack Theatre
Reviews (3)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely Cornish Getaway with a Few QuirksWe had a really enjoyable stay at this cosy house. The location was absolutely perfect for exploring—close to all the local sightseeing spots. A highlight was the beautiful walk to Cape Cornwall, which is highly recommended (though if you have little ones, you might want to drive as the walk back can be tiring).The house itself was lovely and had a warm, welcoming feel. The neighbours were also very friendly. However, the property is showing its age a little and could benefit from an upgrade in a few key areas.The main downside for our group was the comfort of the mattresses in all the bedrooms; investing in some higher-quality ones would make a huge difference to guests' sleep. We also found the lack of mixer taps in both the kitchen and bathroom to be a surprising inconvenience.A final point to note is that parking can be challenging. Don't expect to park directly outside; you'll likely need to find a spot a short walk away.Overall, we had a lovely time and enjoyed our stay. This is a great base for a Cornish adventure, just be aware of the few mentioned quirks
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Philip Payne
This cottage was fine for what we needed, but we have stayed in much better properties in the same location. A bit of a makeover would improve the cottage and some instructions regarding the facilities would help. Upon arrival we had no hot water, so we had to hunt out the switch for the immersion heater. The shower head could do with being replaced also. Parking was reasonable but as always in St Just it is always a case of hunt the parking space.
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Patrick M
Chywoone was precisely what we needed for our week in Penwith: clean, comfortable, warm and within easy reach of shops and other local facilities. Arrival and departure were straightforward and there was plenty of guidance and directions for the house and the area. I've stayed nearby before, so was prepared for the challenges of parking, but visitors unfamiliar with the town might be unprepared! Anyway, I will certainly be putting Chywoone on my shortlist for future accommodation in St Just. Many thanks!