Self-catering holidays and Holiday cottages in Zennor

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Zennor is a tiny village on the wild north coast between St Ives and St Just, surrounded by ancient fields and moorland. Its church is famous for the legend of the Mermaid of Zennor, and holiday cottages here offer a remote and peaceful base.

The coast path between St Ives and Zennor is one of the most dramatic in Cornwall, and Zennor Quoit, an ancient burial chamber, is close by. St Ives and Penzance are a short drive away. Book your Zennor holiday direct with the owner.

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Holiday accommodation in Zennor

Cornwall Online has 6 properties listed in Zennor.

St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Trevalgan Holidays in St Ives gives you a self-catering holiday let as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Guests can enjoy views of the sea.

“Two lovely self catering holiday barns each sleeping 2 people at Trevalgan Farm - situated just off the spectacular coast road between St Ives and Zennor.Our holiday barns are set in an area surrounded by wonderful scenery, with bracken covered hills andrugged cliffs covered in heather and gorse.” – the owner

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Zennor, St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 4

For a holiday in Zennor and St Ives, Cringlers Barn is a self-catering holiday let close to the centre of things, with sandy beaches one to three miles away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Parking is available for guests.

“Cringlers Barn is situated on a working Guernsey Dairy Farm in the idyllic village of Zennor. Zennor is located five miles west of St Ives.” – the owner

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Tregeraint House

From 60 to 110
Zennor · Bed & Breakfast

Staying at Tregeraint House puts you in Zennor, close to the centre of things. It is bed and breakfast with the coast an easy drive away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“Tregeraint House is a traditional Cornish cottage offering comfort and charm. It is set in an acre of gardens with stunning views to the Scillies.” – the owner

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Chy Barnett

From 850
Gurnards Head nr St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 7

For a holiday in Gurnards Head nr St Ives, Chy Barnett is a self-catering holiday let close to the centre of things, with a beach less than a mile away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Stunning Coastal Holiday Cottage - Wake up to beautiful views of the Cornish sea. Stunning Holiday Cottage situated on the coastal path at Gurnards Head, enjoying the most stunning sea and coastline views, our secluded detached cottage sleeps 7 guests in total peace and tranquillity.” – the owner

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Annies By The Sea

From 599 to 1999
St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 5

Staying at Annies By The Sea puts you in St Ives, close to the centre of things. It is a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“Parking space outside house. WiFi .” – the owner

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Trevalgan Holiday Barns

From 500 to 900
St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 2

Staying at Trevalgan Holiday Barns puts you in St Ives, close to the centre of things. It is a self-catering holiday let with sandy beaches one to three miles away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Short breaks are offered outside the main season.

“During the main season buses run daily to St Ives. Holiday Cottages - sleeping 2 people.” – the owner

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Zennor holidays – FAQs

Zennor is a village on the north coast of the Land's End peninsula, west of St Ives.

Porthmeor and the St Ives beaches are about 15 minutes' drive away, with small coves along the coast path.

The nearest railway station is St Ives, on the St Ives Bay branch line from St Erth, about 5 miles away.

Cornwall Online lists holiday cottages, self-catering homes, B&Bs, hotels, camping and holiday parks in Zennor and the surrounding area, each advertised by its owner. If only a few are listed, the page also shows properties across the wider region.

Each property links to its own website. You contact and book directly with the owner, with no booking fees or commission from Cornwall Online.

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