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Sea Salt
Penzance

£463 - £1006 per week
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Sea Salt is a reverse level annexe apartment with views stretching right out across Mount's Bay, St Michael's Mount and towards The Lizard. This very spacious, one bedroom apartment has its own large private balcony where you can sit and enjoy the stunning views. Set within a sought after and central location between the fishing port of Newlyn and the market town of Penzance, you have numerous restaurants and shops within easy walking distance.

Sea Salt is a perfect retreat for two and is a wonderful place to stay during any season. Spend the summer evenings watching the sun set across the bay or the winter days storm watching. Virtually on your doorstep you have the incredibly popular Tolcarne Inn owned by the very famous award winning Ben Tunnicliffe, however be warned you must pre book a table! This generous sized apartment with its open plan living area feels spacious and modern, and is an ideal base to explore West Cornwall and its many sights and attractions.

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Where you'll sleep

Bedroom 1

Double

Entrance

via side door into small hallway with stairs to open plan living area and doors to:

Bedroom 1

double bed, TV/DVD, washing machine, sea views.

Shower room

enclosed walk-in shower, WC, basin.

Sitting/dining/kitchen area

fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher, electric oven and gas hob, fridge with ice box, dining table and seating for two, two large sofas, TV/DVD, large bi-fold doors leading out to balcony with sea views.

Balcony

large rattan table and two rattan chairs, sea views.

Outside area

bistro table and two chairs by entrance to property.

Additional information

Parking for one car, please note the access is down a small steep entrance. The owners have kindly given permission for you to use their lawned garden if you wish, temperature controlled gas fired heating. Sea Salt is adjoined to the owner's property. No children under 16, WiFi.

 
 

Third visit. So well placed. Comfortable. Great view.

October 2024

The view is spectacular, owner welcome on arrival was very nice, but we misunderstood the parking, so we parked on the street all week! Unfortunately, we couldn't get the Wifi to work. The holiday break on the whole was good and the heating was spot on considering not such good weather. There is plenty to do in Newlyn/Penzance from restaurants to entertainment galore - enjoy.

October 2024

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Holidays in Penzance

On a sunny day, St. Michael’s Mount, Mount's Bay and Penzance seafront might be mistaken for the Mediterranean making holidays in Penzance a jet-set-style holiday you can enjoy without climbing on a plane.

 

Sitting in the corner of a sheltered and attractive bay, the UK’s most westerly town has been a popular resort since the Napoleonic wars when the wealthier English people were cut off from the continent and searched closer to home for fresh air and the newly discovered benefits of sea-bathing. The temperature in Penzance is always a little warmer than elsewhere meaning sub-tropical plants grow well in Morrab Gardens and in the gardens on St. Michael’s Mount. It also means balmy days on one of the nearby beaches are always calling.

Penzance is great for short breaks out of season and there are many boating trips from the harbour that will take you to explore the West Coast from the sea. Due to its excellent road and rail links, Penzance holidays offer something for everyone with lots to see and do. It’s also within a stone’s throw of some of the prettiest places to visit in Cornwall, which are always worth exploring during your stay.

Penzance has secret treats too if you take the time to explore. For a start, the very best way to see Penzance is by the alleys and walkways, the through-lanes from here to there. Take a day to discover the town this way and you will uncover its beautiful parks as well as its Regency and Georgian architecture. 

Penzance also benefits from a wonderful community and comes alive throughout the year with different events and traditions that add waves of colour and music to the seaside town.

Did you know...

Penzance has one of the mildest climates in the UK!

Beaches in and near Penzance

With Mount’s Bay providing a beautiful alcove of beaches and the surrounding Penwith coast showing off exactly what west Cornwall has to offer, beach days in Penzance are always on the agenda.

Longrock Beach – Nestled halfway between Marazion and Penzance, this long stretch of sand is great for families. The water remains quite shallow, making it ideal for those who aren’t confident swimmers as well as windsurfers.

Marazion Beach – There are few views from the beach as impressive as Marazion where your beach day benefits from the impressive St Michael’s Mount standing guard over the bay. Stroll across the causeway at low tide, explore the rockpools or tuck into a fish and chips on the rocks.

Perranuthnoe Beach – With a beach café that serves delicious homemade cakes and ice creams, and a ramp for easy access, Peranuthnoe is popular with locals and visitors alike. The expanse of sand, which is second to none for sandcastles, means there’s plenty of room for everyone.

Places to visit near Penzance

Stay in a self catering cottage in Penzance and you’re perfectly situated to explore the surrounding towns and villages, each with their own individual characters and charm. Literally minutes from Penzance is the fishing port of Newlyn while a little further on you’ll find the quaint village of Mousehole with its harbourside bistro, community atmosphere and famous Christmas lights. Take a stroll along the coast to Marazion beach or venture in the opposite direction to the beautiful Lamorna Cove. For more ideas, check out our blog post on days out around Penzance.

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Events

Montol Festival

Each year, the people of Penzance celebrate the Winter Solstice with a festival of Cornish tradition, torch processions, and dancing through the streets. It's a truly wonderful celebration. 

21st December 2024

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Penzance Literary Festival

Popular with visitors and locals alike, this exciting festival celebrates everything literary, including spoken, written, recited and sung word. Take part in the reading and writing discussions and activities and enjoy the many performances.

2nd - 6th July 2024

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Golowan Festival - Penzance

Golowan Festival is an annual arts event that celebrates local culture and community. This year the theme will be 'Back to the Future!

21st - 30th June 2024

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Things to do in Penzance

Jubilee Pool

This beautiful art-deco open-air bathing pool is the UK’s largest seawater lido. There is also an excellent café and a delightfully warm geothermal pool. The pool opens from the end of May until September. Even in winter, some hardy year-round swimmers use battery rocks (just north of Jubilee Pool) for their daily dip!

Parks and gardens

Morrab Garden is a sub-tropical garden in the heart of Penzance with Victorian fountains and a bandstand, which still plays host to concerts in the summer. The Morrab Library sits in the gardens and is an absolute joy with its wonderful photographic archives and collections. Full of trees and squirrels, Penlee Park has a specific dog-free and child-friendly play area making it ideal for families.

Art galleries

Penlee House Art Gallery & Museum (with an excellent café) sits opposite the Penlee open-air theatre and is home to a large collection of Newlyn School paintings as well as more contemporary works. Along the various streets and alleys lie many other superb galleries featuring a mix of local and national artists. Further afield, you have the renowned Newlyn Exchange and the wondrous Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens, which is home to many incredible sculptures throughout its grounds. Or, if you want to create your own art, why not embark on one of Penwith’s popular painting holidays to really make the most of Cornish scenery.

Shopping in Penzance

Not all town centres have the beautiful granite terrace and arcade steps, the iron railings; or retain the architecture of previous generations above the modern shop frontages that Penzance enjoys. There are many Georgian and early Victorian facades just above eye-level in Penzance giving a really unique backdrop to your shopping. By way of shops, you’ll find everything from boutiques to big names as well as delis and food shops that are jam-packed with tempting, locally sourced treats.

Walks

Penzance, with its recently resurfaced prom and surrounding coastline, is perfectly placed to enjoy some stunning Cornish walks. The further to the west you go, the more rugged and captivating the coastline – although be warned, in Penwith, the more beautiful the view, the steeper the trek to reach it! Our favourite stretch has to be between Mousehole all the way along to the Minack Theatre, which provides days upon days of incredible coastal walks. During your treks, make sure to keep an eye out for some of Cornwall’s ancient sites, which can be found scattered around the wild landscape.

Eating out

Penzance self-catering holidays are perfect; Chapel Street leads up from the harbour to the town centre where you will find a range of restaurants and pubs as well as independent shops and houses of historic interest and importance. Lavenders Deli on Alverton Street is ideal for stocking up on treats for your holiday cottage. Check out our blog on places to eat in Penzance for ideas on where to refuel.

Dog-friendly Penzance

With the sights and smells of the nearby beaches and plenty of dog-friendly pubs (Admiral Benbow is particularly popular with dogs and people alike), Penzance is a wonderful place for a dog-friendly holiday in Cornwall. There are also some great dog-friendly beaches nearby so you can enjoy a proper romp in the sand with your furry best friend.

Events in Penzance

Golowan Festival – Happening every year towards the end of June, Penzance’s Golowan Festival (also known as Mazey Day) is a bright and cheerful celebration of midsummer and promises an array of colour, music and festivities. Watch the parade of intricate puppets that dance through the streets, cheer on the Morris dancers and browse your way through the collection of stalls that sell everything from jewellery to mouth-watering foods.

Penzance Literary Festival - One for all the bookworms out there, the Penzance Literary Festival in July celebrates words in all forms from written to spoken to sung! Come along and catch the many performances, take part in literary discussions and even try your hand at creating your own stuff with the many workshops that take place.

Christmas in Penzance – With Christmas lights turning the whole stretch of coast between St Michael’s Mount and Mousehole into a glittering display, a jovial walk (or drive) is always a great way to get in the festive spirit. In town, you’ll find shop windows awash with intricate displays that tie in with a chosen theme as businesses from all over the town take part in an annual Christmas competition to dazzle shoppers. Santa never misses Penzance when doing the rounds, as you can always find him sitting happily in his grotto during the light switch on. Fairs, processions, and costumed antics take place throughout December, so you’re always in for a spectacle or two when you visit at Christmas.

 

Getting around

Literally at the end of the line, Penzance is well-placed for holiday makers that prefer the train to a car. For those wanting to tour Mount’s Bay on foot (or on two wheels), there is a superb path that runs right the way along from Marazion to Mousehole, making excellent use of the promenade in Penzance. You can often find food vans along the prom, allowing for a quick refuel with a view during your jaunt. For those with a car, there are numerous car parks around the town as well as in the surrounding villages so you can enjoy Penwith by foot, car, bike or even boat!

What our guests say...

We know how important honest reviews are when it comes to booking your holiday. To help you choose the right property for you, we publish all reviews left by guests who have stayed here in the past, with the few exceptions stated in our Review Guidelines. Please bear in mind that some facilities referred to by past guests in reviews can be removed or changed at any time.

This is one of the most satisfying places I’ve stayed! It’s ideal for couples and perfectly captures the holiday vibe I was looking for. The balcony and large floor-to-ceiling windows offer a sea view, and the surroundings are quiet with faint sounds of the waves. You can even watch the sunrise! The morning sunlight flooding the entire room is such a treat!

The heating works wonderfully, and I loved the kitchen, which had all the necessary cookware. The sofa is very comfortable. The owners live next door and are a lovely, friendly couple who stopped by to greet us. While the two locked doors connecting to their house felt a bit unusual, as mentioned, the soundproofing was excellent, and we didn’t hear a single noise.

The house layout is as follows: upon entering, there’s a staircase leading up, with the ground floor having a bedroom and bathroom at the end of the hall. Upstairs is the living room and open-plan kitchen. The location is also convenient, with a bus stop nearby offering regular 20-minute rides between Penzance and Mousehole.

Overall, this property offers exceptional value for money! There are minor issues with the WiFi and bathroom smell, but I hope these can be improved in the future.

Reply from Aspects Holidays

It's great to hear Sea Salt worked so well for you and you had an amazing time, so much so you extended your trip - we love this!

While we would hope it to not be necessary, we always encourage guests to contact us during their stay with any questions or queries so we may address these areas where we can in order to get your holiday back on track as quickly and swiftly as possible.

We were sorry you felt there was some trouble with the wifi and an aroma coming from the bathroom, while we haven't had this feedback before, we will closly monitor this going forward to make sure everything is as it should be, although, we are very glad this didn't impact your overall time away.

Thank you for your review and we hope we will be able to welcome you back again very soon! Phoebe, Customer Services

Third visit. So well placed. Comfortable. Great view.

The view is spectacular, owner welcome on arrival was very nice, but we misunderstood the parking, so we parked on the street all week! Unfortunately, we couldn't get the Wifi to work. The holiday break on the whole was good and the heating was spot on considering not such good weather. There is plenty to do in Newlyn/Penzance from restaurants to entertainment galore - enjoy.

Fantastic views and great location with the benefit of parking. Hosts were nice and friendly and were on hand if needed. Apartment had everything we needed and was comfortable and clean. Hope to return in the future.

Great location and views!

Excellent location. Very comfortable bed and furnishings. Fantastic balcony and views exceeded expectations. Great recommendations for local exploration and eateries. Friendly owners. Privacy and convenient parking on the drive.

Sea Salt is a fabulous apartment in a great location with amazing views across the bay. George and Chris were very welcoming and knowledgeable of the area and liked the touch of milk and biscuits on arrival. Will definitely rebook in the future.

Great stay at sea salt, ideal location for getting around Cornwall by Train , Bus or car. Walking is also a must you can easily get to various places. Make sure you read the visitors book as there are some great recommendations for eating out and getting around by everyone who has stayed there.

Sea salt is great accommodation in a fantastic location for exploring the attractions and coastline of south-west Cornwall. This very comfortable flat boasts outstanding views and the owners are very welcoming and knowledgeable. Thanks for your wonderful hospitality.

Sea Salt is a delightful apartment with a fabulous view. The owners are friendly and welcoming. It’s the perfect position for either staying in and gazing at the sea view or exploring the coastline and surrounding villages. St. Michael’s Mount is close by and makes a great day out.

just ab fab, a lovely place to stay .with friendly & helpful owners.

Comfortable annexe adjoining owners house on the approach to Newlyn. Parking (steep) on driveway, or road outside. Short walk into Newlyn and nearby bus stops. Impressive terrace with bifold doors and extensive coastal views from upstairs lounge area. Super comfortable bed and efficient heating for colder days.

Reply from Aspects Holidays

Thank you for your review; it's great to hear you had a comfortable stay at the property and made the most of the local transport to explore the surrounding area. We know just how important access to a property is for guests, so we try to make it as clear as possible in the property description, so that guests can decide for themselves if this would be suitable for them. We hope to welcome you back soon! Phoebe, Customer Services

We have stayed at SeaSalt three times now, it is a two storey comfortable apartment for two with a large deck and a fabulous view. We stayed there for the week before Christmas and enjoyed the festive atmosphere of Newlyn and the surrounding area. There are many good restaurants close by and this time we discovered the Victoria Inn at Perranuthnoe where the food was delicious. West Penwith has some wild and wonderful coastal scenery with many beautiful walks to explore and nearby Penzance has some interesting shops. Highly recommended!

The sea view was fantastic and we both enjoyed watching the fishing boats coming in and out. Very relaxing and quiet. In all 10 out of 10

5 star and very highly recommended. The reverse level annex has everything you could want. Chris and George were there if we needed them without being intrusive. The view from the living room and huge balcony is out of this world. A short walk takes you to Newlyn which has many restaurants and pubs. Our recommendations would be Duke Street Café for coffee and breakfast, Lewis Fish and Chips for a takeaway, and The Swordfish beer garden just to sit and listen to the fishermen in the evening. We will be coming back.

Great location to visit all surrounding places.. Apartment is wellset out but requires up dating to keep it in line with others. Hosts are a great couple. Willi g to offer advice and help whete to visit..
Would we stay again.... not for a while... would need to see big improvements

Reply from Aspects Holidays

Thank you for your feedback, we are glad to hear you enjoyed the property's location. We try to offer a wide range of properties that we hope will meet a variety of different budgets and individual tastes. Many owners like to intentionally offer something that doesn't follow what the majority are doing, in the hope of offering something more unique. And we always try to price properties to take into account the many factors including facilities on offer, location, views, size, style of décor and so on, so we do still hope that you found it good value. Your comments are automatically sent on to the property owners, so that they can consider any suggestions for future improvements though, so thank you for the helpful comments. Lucy, Customer Services

Loved the deck and lounge overlooking the sea, it was very easy to unwind and relax on the comfortable sofa, and the bedroom and bathroom were conveniently located downstairs.The owners George and Chris next door were very helpful and friendly. It is a short walk to Newlyn Gallery which has two good shows on at the moment and I bought a lovely painting. There is a wonderful fish restaurant nearby called Argoe, with excellent food.

We stayed at Seasalt 6th May 2023 for 7 nights, excellent location for travelling around Cornwall, excellent bus service day/weekly tickets available. Apartment was great with fabulous views over St Michael's Mount & Newlyn Bay. Hosts were friendly and very helpful would definitely recommend a visit.

Very well situated. Fantastic views from brilliant balcony. Well equipped. Comfortable with very good shower room. Excellent choice of local restaurants. Certainly value for money.

Lovely Views from Balcony and Lounge,lots of Places to Visit,

Sea Salt is a superb place to stay, it has everything you could need for a fantastic holiday! It is really peaceful, yet close to both Newlyn and Penzance and has the most amazing view. For those like us who are using public transport it is very close to the bus stop making it easy to get to both Penzance (and onward by either bus or train) or to Mousehole, if you don't fancy walking. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. Chris was lovely, she called in shortly after we arrived to check that we had everything we needed. We cannot recommend Sea Salt highly enough!!

Sea Salt in a good location (more Newyln than Penzance). Good restaurants/cafes close by. Friendly owners.

Stayed first week in August 2022... 3year on trot and already booked up for next year. Location great. Views from apartment excellent....

Our apartment in Newlyn was lovely, great location, short walk to local shops, Newlyn has everything you need for your holiday, bus service to Mousehole, and you can walk into Penzance if you want to be next to the sea, great views!

Fantastic location, peaceful but minutes away from local shops and pubs. Very well equipped and comfortable apartment with a fabulous balcony that had sun all day. The buses go from just round the corner, or you can stroll into Penzance to the main bus station. Highly recommended, absolutely perfect for 2 people.

Sea salt is a lovely, comfortable holiday apartment with a fantastic balcony and amazing views in a perfect location . We loved watching the ships, boats and investigating where they came from. The friendly and helpful hosts George and Chris gave us a warm welcome and interesting informations about Cornwall and the surrounding area. The weather was mostly very good over the three weeks. We were able to visit great gardens such as: Trengwainton, Trewidden, Godolphin and Glendurgan. They all delighted us with a splendor of flowers and a sea of ??bluebells. The maze in Glendurgan Gardens was really fun. But we also enjoyed various walks on impressive and beautiful beaches (Sennen Cove, Penhale Sands and Holywell Bay, Godrevy Beach, Kennack Sands). Cornish mining history with all the tin and copper mines was very interesting, especially the tour of the Levant mine. And then there's Tintagel Castle, St Michael's Mount (it's a must see) the beautiful Isles of Scilly, the impressive Minack Theater and charming villages and towns. We also explored the food festival in Porthleven and enjoyed Michael Cains' cooking there. And there... In short, we had the best three weeks of vacation that one could wish for.

If you are interested in children's books, why not read Chris' great books in the evening!

Susanne & Markus Brunner

Stayed at Sea Salt, lovely apartment with fantastic balcony and views. Good position to explore south west Cornwall with easy access to buses and trains. Easy walk to Newlyn, Mousehall and centre of Penzance. We had a relaxing break and would recommend both Sea Salt and Aspects.

Sea salt is a great place to stay wonderful views and very comfortable, helpful friendly hosts, and within easy access of good places to eat, lots of things to do locally and a cinema for wet days.

Amazing views that never get tired of Very well equipped apartment George and Chris very helpful Great base to explore Cornwall Only advise would be of eating out book in advance

Sea salt is a great place to stay with fantastic views across the Harbour and St Michaels Mount. Perfectly located to travel around the cornish coast . Facilities around are great and easily accessible. George and Chris are more than happy to offer advice and suggestions on best places to visit and eat within Newlyn or the surrounding area. Apartment is well set out and has all amenities you need for a perfect relaxing break..

We loved staying here, an amazing sea view to die for and a great location to see the best of western Cornwall. George and Chris were great hosts, always helpful with suggestions for day trips or restaurants. Highly recommended place to stay for a couple.

We stayed in sea salt cottage in Penzance we went for my wife’s 60th birthday, it was a tremendous week, fantastic cottage, in a top location we had a great time.

Kev Stevens

Absolutely loved our stay at Sea Salt! Incredible panoramic views towards St Michael's Mount and the harbour. We loved sitting in the sun and watching the boats and birds. Pure relaxation! Great location to walk into Newlyn or Penzance and a short drive to other great places such as St Ives. The owners were friendly and helpful. So pleased we were able to swap our dates from last year (due to lockdown) and it was worth the wait! Apartment had everything we needed. We loved visiting Kynance Cove and Bedruthan Steps - these are further out but stunning! You will not regret your stay here! We can't wait to go back another year!

Great location with an amazing view

Amazing view over the bay, great place to chill out and enjoy the seaside. The owner were very friendly and very helpful, they made us feel very welcomed.

Sea Salt is a lovely apartment with stunning views of St, Micheal's Mount and the Harbor of Newlyn. Great central location for accessing all Cornwall has to offer. George and Chris are more than happy to offer advice on the best places to visit and are friendly and very welcoming. We had a lovely time at Sea Salt and are looking forward to returning next year.

This is a lovely property, in a great location for exploring this area and has the best balcony and views we have ever had on a holiday to West Cornwall. We will return.

Thank you George and Chris for welcoming us and making us feel at home. Your local recommendations of the Tolcarne inn, Tonkins fish for their catch of the day & mackerel sky Tapas restaurant were spot on! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with fantastic scenic views on the lovely sun balcony overlooking Newlyn and St Michaels mount.

For future guests we recommend checking out Mousehole, Lamorna Cove, Penberth Cove, Porthcurno, Porthchapel (beware of steep climb down to get their though) and Nanjizal cove.

We will definitely be recommending to family and friends. Thank you again George and Chris x

This was a memorable place and the views could not be beaten. The family owned flat is so comfortable and the owners on hand easily if you need them. Great place to walk and close to lovely local shops.

Brilliant location, lovely hosts and apartment felt like home from home

It couldn't have been better. We had an excellent time at Sea Salt. Lovely accommodation. Fantastic sea views and idyllic balcony. Very quiet and peaceful at night. Easy access to the seafront and the surrounding towns and villages. Shops and pubs all within walking distance. I would love to go back there again. I thoroughly recommend it.

Nice apartment, lovely views. It felt like a home away from home. Would recommend to others thinking about visiting.

Sea Salt is a beautiful property that boasts brilliant seviews across the whole bay. The property size is ideal for two persons and the house has a good layout. Chris and George are very friendly and helpful. The restaurants, pubs and the new wine bar in Newlyn are only a short stroll away, as is Penzance and its famous Jubilee Pool.

This was our second year at Sea Salt and we are very pleased with everything it has to offer. The apartment is great and the views are unbeatable. Newlyn is becoming a really good centre for a Penwith holiday, it has so much to offer and had amazing character. I am hoping we will be able to return soon. I should say that the main house was having some building work done but it in no way impacted on our holiday. I have never known builders so considerate and quiet.

Yet another fantastic stay at Sea Salt, made even better having our 5 month old daughter with us! Chris & George are wonderful hosts. This is a gem we would return to again and again...

We can recommend the property "Sea Salt" without any limitations: perfect location, perfect equipment and what a view on Mount's Bay!

Lovely views, it felt like home from home. Chris and George were always on hand if needed. We would return to this property without question. The weather was a bonus hot and beautiful.

Sea salt is a truly beautiful apartment with a lovely balcony and stunning view out to sea and across to Newlyn harbour.

It is in a lovely location for visiting the area, the view from the balcony is exceptional, Private parking is available, the layout is really good.

Excellent cottage with lovely views out to sea

This is a lovely cottage, very well appointed and in a great location giving easy access to great sightseeing particularly in the Lands End and Lizard areas. The reverse sleeping and living accommodation, particularly the balcony allow great views over St Michael's Mount and Newlyn. We thoroughly recommend it to anyone.

Having the owners next door is a great comfort and it was a pleasure to meet them.

A very comfortable flat with everything you need for a holiday, and a superb view!