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Perched just moments away from Penzance Beach and the promenade, The Summer House is an elegant guest house set in a charming Grade II property. Five individually designed boutique rooms form the heart of the B&B, each with plenty of natural light and views of the breathtaking Cornwall scenery and the verdant walled garden. The delightfully spacious rooms are spread across two wings of the house. All have en suite bathrooms and the expected amenities: vegan-friendly toiletries, tea and coffee making facilities, TV, Bluetooth radio etc., as well as a modern design aesthetic throughout with light soft linens, indulgent waterfall showers, and stylish finishing touches like art inspired by the local scenery (painted by one of your hosts) and grand wood framed mirrors. Emphasis is given to the relaxed and personable atmosphere within the hotel, lovingly served by the owners Kirsten and Trevor, for an unforgettable holiday experience on the Cornish coast.

While Penzance already leads the way towards becoming a plastic-free community, the Summer House goes a few extra steps, aspiring to be as sustainable as possible. In practice, this means avoiding single-use plastics, utilising refillable eco-friendly toiletries, providing milk and water in glass bottles, avoiding plastic packed jams and butter, and championing a pre-order breakfast system that helps to reduce food waste and cut down on packaging.

Breakfasts comprise cold cuts, juices, cereals, freshly baked croissants and cooked breakfasts, with ingredients sourced primarily from local suppliers, and best enjoyed in the tranquil garden. In the evenings, a creative menu of continental dishes, and cheese and charcuterie platters are available to pre-order. And there’s a wine list selected by Cornwall’s excellent Polgoon Vineyard. Picnic lunches are available (for a trip to the beach, perhaps?), and a 24-hour pantry with drinks, cakes and cookies is at your disposal throughout your stay.

This focus on sustainability goes beyond the kitchen, with a thoughtful approach to cleaning and laundry – using only environmentally safe products and delivering laundry back to guests in paper bags.

Perfectly located in the middle of Mounts Bay, The Summer House is surrounded by some of Cornwall’s most beautiful beaches and cliffs. Guests enjoy easy access to the sea and water sports and are well placed to catch the ferry to the Scilly Isles. Closer still is St Michael’s Mount, the Minack Theatre and the South West Coastal Walk. 

Inside the house, window seats set against tall sash windows and thoughtful decor complement an elegant drawing-room. And outside, the idyllic garden provides a quiet sanctuary perfect for an evening glass of wine.