Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall

2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 560 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Penzance, Cornwall, England

Penzance Ferry Terminal13 min drive
St. Michael's Mount15 min drive
Cape Cornwall20 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 half bathroom

Shower room

Shower only

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Created by combining 2 former miners cottages, adjacent to the once famous Ding Dong Mines, now a World Industrial Heritage Site, Bal Cottage provides a unique base from which to explore the many places of interest and entertainment on the Land's End peninsular and nearby.
Signs of the area's industrial past are long gone except for the striking ruined engine houses once used to power the mines, which dug for Copper, Tin and Lead.
The location is 700' above sea level, almost the highest point on the Land's End, and overlooks acres of moorland on three sides, with the whole of Mount's Bay to the South, including the picturesque St Michael's Mount, distant Lizard Peninsula and a horizon some 30 miles away.
Bal Cottage now forms part of an original row of 4 cottages on Bal Row, (Bal is Cornish for Mine). The owners live next door and are always available for advice or assistance if requested. The cottages are approached by a short track from the nearest lane and are therefore free from passing traffic or other disturbances.
It is possible to walk for many miles straight out of the door or make an easy car journey to St Ives, 9 miles, Penzance, 4 miles, Land's End, 15 miles, Porthcurno, 15 miles and Marazion/St Michael's Mount, 8 miles.

Property manager

Bal Cottage at Ding Dong Cottages

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Request cot, high chair. Top stair gates fitted.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests must inform us as soon as possible of any breakages, accidents or of faults discovered. We won't be cross - we just need to know.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penzance

Located in Penzance, this cottage is in a rural area. St. Michael's Mount is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carbis Bay Beach and Porthcurno Beach. Consider Acorn Theatre for a night out or Trengwainton Garden if you're travelling with kids. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding.

Penzance, Cornwall, England

What's nearby

Penzance Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive
St. Michael's Mount - 15 min drive
Cape Cornwall - 20 min drive
Minack Theatre - 25 min drive
Porthcurno Beach - 40 min drive

Getting around

Penzance (PZC-Penzance Train Station) - 12 min drive
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

The Sportsman's Arms - 10 min drive
The Fountain Tavern - 12 min drive
The North Inn - 16 min drive
The Tinners Arms - 14 min drive
Farmers Arms - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bal Cottage lies on the edge of the Penwith Moors in West Cornwall located?

This family-friendly Penzance cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porthmeor Cove Beach. Trengwainton Garden and Grand Casino Amusements are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

4 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic cottage, beautiful views

We all enjoyed our break in the wilds of West Cornwall. The hosts live next door but we hardly noticed them, the only sounds were birds singing. Jenny was happy to help in any way she could, including lending us large towels as I had forgotten to pack mine. All 3 generations of my family were happy with the cottage and enjoyed the break.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Michaela B.

3 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic cottage in remote location with wonderful views

Overall we enjoyed our stay - the surroundings of the cottage are beautiful and we enjoyed some long walks in the local area. Even though the next town is only a couple of miles away, it's quite a trip due to the overall conditions of the roads. The cottage is lovely but very rustic and somewhat dated.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian A.

8 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning, remote location

Really charming cottage and beautifully located on the remote Penwith Moors. The drive up the extremely narrow roads are worth it for fabulous views across the Moors, punctuated by the mining ruins and a stunning vista over Mounts Bay. Really cosy property and it was almost a shame not to have had colder weather so we could have enjoyed the wood-burner! Fabulous, accommodating, friendly and helpful hosts. We'll look to return again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roger b.

29 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bal cottage.

Perfect little location for a relaxing break. Bal cottage has amazing views and is ideal for a base to explore West Cornwall.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra W.

29 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing time

Renting this property was an amazing experience for me. Contact with the owner is nice and easy. We have to change the date of our booking and Jenny was so helpful during that process. The cottage was clean and tidy, full of necessary equipment. Check in and out process was super easy. The owners ate friendly and helpful all the time. Strongly recommend this place😀

About the host

Hosted by Bal Cottage at Ding Dong Cottages

What makes this property unique

Bal Cottage is one of three properties, known jointly as Ding Dong Cottages. Remote in feeling but accessible to many places of interest and entertainment. St Ives, Penzance, Marazion, Land's End, Sennen Cove and Porthcurno, site of the famous Minack Theatre, are all a short drive away. The extraordinary Lost Gardens of Helligan and The Eden Project are about an hours drive distant.
But closer to home, you may walk for miles from Bal Cottage, Eastward to St Ives, Westward to The Land's End or to the to the magnificent scenery of the North Coast (2 to 3 miles over the Moors).

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