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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.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
9.6
High score for Lostwithiel
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Barlow
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful rooms, very friendly hosts , lovely bathroom, excellent breakfast
  • Constance
    United States of America United States of America
    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 of America United States of America
    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 of America United States of America
    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.
  • Amy
    United States of America United States of America
    the place was very homey and the couple who run the B&B were so delightful. they really helped us with cabs and getting around
  • Maree
    Australia Australia
    Chris & Heidi the owners were very welcoming. We had a beautiful room. They thought of all the extra things, to make our stay great. We had a lovely breakfast.
  • John
    United States of America United States of America
    Very comfortable facilities with everything we needed. We have stayed in many b&bs this was the best. Everything was perfect and we enjoyed our stay. The hosts were very welcoming and were like old friends.
  • Arianne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Chris and Hydie were extremely accommodating and polite. We wished we could have stayed longer. Breakfast was great, the room was extremely comfortable and the views were spectacular. Lostwithiel itself is so calm and peaceful, we went to the...
  • George
    United States of America United States of America
    Met by Chris and Heidi as we pulled into the carpark and it only got better from there. Room was spacious and well outfitted. Breakfast was exceptional. We'll stay longer next time.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.9Based on 537 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
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
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

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

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.
Accepted payment methods
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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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Penrose Bed & Breakfast

  • Penrose Bed & Breakfast is 1,500 feet from the center of Lostwithiel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Penrose Bed & Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Penrose Bed & Breakfast include:

    • Double
    • Family
  • Check-in at Penrose Bed & Breakfast is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Penrose Bed & Breakfast offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)