Guests say
The Wink in Cornwall receives high praise for its cleanliness, stunning location, and exceptional comfort. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, including a hot tub and underfloor heating. The thoughtful touches, such as a welcome pack and attentive hosts, contribute to a memorable stay. The property is ideal for exploring the local area and enjoying a peaceful retreat.
Reviewers consistently mention the immaculate condition of the property, highlighting its cleanliness and well-maintained appearance.
The property's location is highly praised for its tranquility, stunning views, and proximity to local attractions and amenities.
Guests report a high level of comfort, noting the cosy underfloor heating, comfortable bedding, and overall relaxing atmosphere.
The facilities, including a hot tub, Aga oven, and EV charger, are frequently commended. The property is described as well-equipped and offering a high standard of accommodation.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident in the welcome packs and attention to detail. While gifts are warmly mentioned, it is noted that such personal touches, though delightful, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Tucked away in a serene location on the outskirts of St Just is this superbly appointed bungalow, The Wink. Finished to an exceptional standard, this quirky retreat offers a first-class base for couples seeking a break along the Cornish coast. The open-plan living is complete with underfloor heating and contemporary features throughout, including a unique woodburner, original artwork and a leather reclining sofa, formulating a contemporary aesthetic. Budding chefs will be drawn to the kitchen, dominated by a stunning electric range master cooker, along with a fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher, so you are fully-equipped for home-cooking. As you start to tire, move into the bedroom, offering a king-size bed with bespoke furnishings, along with an immaculate en-suite bathroom, boasting a quirky bath and walk-in shower cubicle with two shower heads. To the exterior of this fine abode is an enclosed patio with bench, perfect for a refreshing beverage on a warm day. Just a short walk away is Cape Cornwall with rolling hillside, rugged coastline and scenic coastal path passing the famous Crowns mines (where the recent Poldark series was filmed), this area has been awarded World Heritage status. Within less than a mile, St Just town centre offers a bustling atmosphere with many local pubs, cafés, bakery, convenience stores and a numerous art galleries, plus if you visit in July you may catch the annual Lafrowda Day, a vibrant festival held on the third Saturday in July which celebrates music and arts. If adventure takes you further afield then Penzance is a wonderful day out, with the lovely Trengwainton Garden, its waterfront promenade and jubilee pool, and walking trails leading up to a range of historical treasures, from Lanyon Quoit to the Holy Well of St Madron, there's plenty to see and do. The popular town of St Ives, which is famed for its superb surfing waters and immaculate beaches, as well as several great museums and art galleries, including the famous Tate Art Museum, is also within driving distance. However you choose to spend your precious holiday time, return to the quality of The Wink and recharge for the next adventure. Guests are welcome to explore the farm's wild flower meadows when they are in season or take a visit with the farmer to see the award winning animals.
The nearest town to Land's End is St Just, which is around eight miles west of Penzance. The town is an ancient settlement with a long mining history, with various monuments and prehistoric artefacts to see, notably the Bronze Age colony near Cape Cornwall. Because of its location on the edge of the moors and near proximity to the magnificent north shore, St Just is a great base for exploring the far west of Cornwall. Plain-an-Gwarry, a theatre in the town's centre that was once used for miraculous plays and is now utilised for the Lafrowda Festival.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
One king-size bedroom with smart TV.
En-suite bath, double shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Air Source Heat Pump underfloor heating with woodburning stove.
Everhot range, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine.
Smart TV, Netflix, Amazon Prime and NowTV, WiFi, selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Off-road private parking for 1 car.
Enclosed paved and cobbled garden.
Hot tub.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.9 miles.
On the Cornish coastpath.
Free electric car charging available
Nearby points of interest
- Gwynver Beach
- Land's End
- Porthchapel Beach
- Porthgwarra Beach
- Nanjizal Beach
- Porthminster Beach Café
- Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
- Minack Theatre
Reviews (23)
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Christine
Lots of lovely walks. Really helpful information book at the property. We had a great stay.
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Alastair
, despite having arrived in the rain and mist. The layout of the accommodation was well thought out and executed, the ability to close the outer sliding doors and the Velux roof blinds allows the lounge/kitchen area to be sufficiently dark at night for our little dog to sleep through, the nice long walks helped. Very comfortable bed, and great bathroom, especially the large shower enclosure, always plenty of hot water throughout the day. Nice touch to have bath robes supplied, especially for going outside to use the hot tub. Great kitchen area with the Everhot range. Well stocked with all the utensils we needed. The best welcome basket we have experienced anywhere in self catering accommodation, all top quality locally sourced items. The walled patio area outside was ideal, and safe for the dog and a nice sun trap for most of the day, we managed to use the hot tub, without difficulty, plenty of easy instructions and useful information in the guest book. One of the outstanding benefits was the quiet location on the farm, no traffic noise, very peaceful, great access straight onto the SWCP at the end of the lane, great walks with stunning views. A very easy 10-12 minute walk into St Just with all the essentials, and great pubs, so no real need to be constantly using a car. Lorna, the owner came round shortly after we arrived, to see we were settled in OK, and husband Harvey also passed by during the week. They have gone to great lengths and much thought has gone into presenting this first class accommodation on their farm, it is certainly the best we have stayed in over the years we've been visiting Cornwall. We will most definitely recommend The Wink and hope to return. One last thing, the Cape Cornwall rum that is produced on the farm is excellent!
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Stefan
First-class facilities, very clean and the cottage really leaves nothing to be desired. Lorna & Harvey are absolutely first-class and very nice landlords, very friendly and take care of things immediately if there is anything. A successful holiday and stay in Kernow really couldn't be better...and that's exactly why we booked again during our wonderful stay! All in all, "The Wink" was one of the most beautiful houses where we have spent our holidays in Kernow in all the many years. Thank you for everything Lorna & Havey! We'll see each other again and are already looking forward to being your guests again... Best wishes, Stefan, Ulrike & Bolchen