Penrose Bed & Breakfast is a Victorian property with original features such as fireplaces, chandeliers and high ceilings. The Eden Project is the world’s largest indoor rainforest and is located just 15 minutes’ drive away from the property. Guests will also benefit from free on-site parking and a garden. Free Wi-Fi is provided in each room at Penrose, as well as an private bathroom, a flat-screen TV with DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities. A full cooked breakfast is served in the dining room each morning and uses locally sourced produce wherever possible. Cereal, fresh fruit and tea/coffee are also available. Local pubs, restaurants and takeaways can be found within a 10-minute walk of the B&B, and the town center offers tea shops, markets and a museum. Cornwall’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty can be reached in a 5-minute drive and features scenic wooded river valleys.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The property was a large Victorian house so the rooms were large with big windows. The room had a large en-suite bathroom and breakfast was adequate. The host Heidi and Chris where very friendly and helpful. There parking right at the location.
Sam
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Chris and Heidi were warm and welcoming. Room was comfortable..clean and had added kitchen, something we didn't think we needed but was so useful. Would be perfect if you're bringing dogs as you have that bit more space. Own entrance too....
Elizabeth
Australia Australia
I stayed here because it was close to the Eden Project. The room was very large and well appointed and overlooked the main road. There was night roadworks that was going on during my stay, but I didnt hear any noise from this at all. The ensuite...
Bevin
United States United States
I loved it all! This place is a true gem. Staying at Penrose was like walking into a dream. Chris and Heidi are the absolute kindest and best hosts. The room i stayed in was so charming and spacious. It had all of the amenities listed plus many...
Jayne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Best B and B we’ve stayed in. Chris and Heidi have thought of everything to make your stay like a home from home. Made to feel really welcome, excellent room and breakfast. Perfect position for visiting Eden Project and we also loved Charlestown...
Barlow
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful rooms, very friendly hosts , lovely bathroom, excellent breakfast
Constance
United States United States
Hosts are very nice and helpful. Lostwithiel is an interesting town. The town and the train station. Are within walking distance to the Penrose.
Willemijn
Netherlands Netherlands
You can see that the bed and breakfast is furnished and decorated with love and passion. There's much attention to details and cleanliness. Also, the owners welcomed us very warmly.
Scott
United States United States
Lovely setting and very nicely appointed rooms. The view from room #4 is outstanding! Clean and clearly well cared for home. Chris and Heidi were gracious and warm-hearted hosts and prepare a terrific breakfast! Overall wonderful two nights stay!
Helen
United States United States
Breakfast was excellent and set us up well for the day. Loved our room on the top floor with a nice view of Lostwithiel. The bathroom was spacious and highly functional, and everything was very clean.

Host Info

Company review score: 10Based on 343 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Chris & Heidi welcome you to Penrose, their elegant Victorian home. Be prepared to be spoilt when you book into Penrose B&B as Chris & Heidi pride themselves on hospitality and the kind of finishing touches that make a visit memorable. Built in 1900, Penrose retains a wealth of original features, including fireplaces in most of the large rooms, cornicing, ceiling roses, chandeliers, high ceilings and stained glass windows. Even though Penrose is elegant and grand, when you walk in you will experience a homely and laid back atmosphere. As you will see below, most of the rooms are lovely and large with ensuite facilities, plus comfy seating and lots of added extras. Breakfast is full cooked and locally sourced plus as much cereal, toast, orange juice, fruit, tea & coffee as you want. There is free WiFi and a computer available in the dining room. The garden is for all to share and there is off road parking. (no long wheel based vans). If you come by train, let us know and we can come and pick you up. Children and dogs are welcome. There are lots of amenities close by including: The Eden Project (10 minutes away), Lost Gardens of Heligan, Coastal walks, Cycling, Fishing ...

Neighborhood info

Penrose is located on the outskirts of Lostwithiel, but only a 5 minute walk to the centre. There are lots of amenities close by, including a golf course, train station, outdoor activities by local arrangement, castle, coastal walks, cycling, gardens, fishing, sailing and of course The Eden Project. The local beach is a 10-minute drive away and the north west coast is only 40 minutes. Lands End takes just over an hour. Lostwithiel is a hidden gem and well placed to explore the whole of Cornwall.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Penrose Bed & Breakfast

Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 1 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

1 - 2 years
Crib upon request
£15 per child, per night

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Penrose Bed & Breakfast of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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