Carnson House
Historic Bed and Breakfast in Penzance, Cornwall
Heritage Rating:
2 East Terrace
Penzance
Cornwall
England
TR18 2TD
Accommodation Description:
Carnson House is a small 18th Century hotel close to Penzance town centre and harbour, ideal for train and coach travellers. This traditionally-built Cornish granite building offers three star quality
Carnson House is a small 18th century hotel close to Penzance town centre and harbour. This traditionally-built Cornish granite building has a long history and has been a home, a public house, brewery and a bakery. It is now a three star bed and breakfast providing hospitality and comfort to visitors from around the world.
Penzance is a natural touring base for exploring the Lands End peninsula, historically known as Penwith. The peninsula is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing some of the finest coastal scenery in the country. The cliffs and beaches, accessible both by road and from the Cornish Coastal Footpath, are truly spectacular.
Local places of interest include several National Trust properties, St Michael?s Mount, the artist's town of St Ives, the unspoilt village of Mousehole, and the famed Minack Theatre. Carnson House is ideal for train and coach travellers - being extremely convenient for Penzance bus and train stations, easy access to the attractions in the area is available. There is a pleasant and comfortable guest lounge, where books, magazines and TV are available and a small, colourful garden.
Carnson House offers super food and comfortable bedrooms and welcomes families.
From: £27.00
Room Facilities
Wireless internet connection
Non-smoking
Ironing board
Iron
Internet access
Hairdryer
Family/oversized room
Desk
Colour television
Alarm clock
Adjoining rooms
Amenities
Lock-up facility for bicycles
Wakeup call
Non-smoking (throughout)
Lounge
Ironing facilities
Internet access (wireless) in public areas
Baggage store
Parking
Off-site parking
Long-term parking
Business Facilities
Internet connection (wireless)
Internet connection (high speed)
Dining Facilities
Carnson House has a modern 12 seat dining room. A breakfast menu is offered to guests which provides a choice of either a full Cornish/English breakfast or a variety of lighter items. Teas and coffee are available served in the lounge on request and packed lunches can be provided.
Meals
Breakfast (Full cooked)
Breakfast (Continental)
Child Facilities
Pet Policy
No pets
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Nearby Historic Attractions
Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low-exceptional) on historic interest
Penzance Travel and Heritage Information
Trengwainton Garden -
1.7 miles (Garden) 
Madron Holy Well and Chapel -
2.3 miles (Prehistoric Site)
Ludgvan, St Paul's Church -
2.4 miles (Historic Church)
St Michael's Mount -
2.5 miles (Castle) 
Chysauster Ancient Village -
2.7 miles (Prehistoric Site)
Lanyon Quoit -
3.4 miles (Prehistoric Site)
Mount's Bay -
3.5 miles (Countryside)
Sancreed, St Creden Church -
3.5 miles (Historic Church)
Sancreed Holy Well -
3.6 miles (Prehistoric Site)
Men an Tol -
4 miles (Prehistoric Site)
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