Title: Penolva - An unforgettable luxury holiday experience in Cornwall. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Penolva - An unforgettable luxury holiday experience in Cornwall. Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Penolva - An unforgettable luxury holiday experience in Cornwall. ![Interior - Penolva - An unforgettable luxury holiday experience in Cornwall. (St Mawes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69540000/69531200/69531154/52bbd52c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Penolva - An unforgettable luxury holiday experience in Cornwall. (St Mawes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69540000/69531200/69531154/c3d9c9e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Penolva - An unforgettable luxury holiday experience in Cornwall. (St Mawes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69540000/69531200/69531154/21d68903.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Penolva - An unforgettable luxury holiday experience in Cornwall. (St Mawes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69540000/69531200/69531154/d44467dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Penolva - An unforgettable luxury holiday experience in Cornwall. (St Mawes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69540000/69531200/69531154/058ad5f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Penolva - An unforgettable luxury holiday experience in Cornwall. provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Penolva - An unforgettable luxury holiday experience in Cornwall. Penolva meaning “lookout on the headland” was built in the early 1960’s by Dick Wilkins, a personal friend of the Queen Mother and a great sportsman as well as a respected personality in the City of London. Yachting was one of his great hobbies and it is documented that the Queen Mother and other members of the Royal family often visited Wilkins and stayed at Penolva coming ashore from H.M.Y Brittania. via the slipway originally built for that purpose. Newly renovated and decorated with beautiful Modern British art the house and its large grounds and terraces are suffused with sparkling light whilst offering complete privacy and seclusion. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Table tennis - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112740000/112732600/112732546/4bf6b0ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet Friendly Luxury 5\* 2 Bedroom Cottage - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 Note from host: Please enquire for further information. Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as House Penolva An Unforgettable Luxury Holiday Experience in Cornwall ## About the area Located in Truro, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. St. Mawes Castle and Trelissick Gardens are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and St. Mawes Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Gwennap Pit and Performance Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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