About this property
This modernised Victorian home is now a 4-star guest house a 5-minute stroll from the beach at Penzance and 3 miles from St Michael’s Mount. Torwood House offers secure storage for cyclists, free Wi-Fi and free on-street parking. Each room at Torwood comes with an en suite bathroom and all are individually designed in light tones. A flat-screen TV and DVD player are included, as well as complimentary toiletries and tea/coffee-making facilities. The guest house is only 5 minutes’ stroll from Penzance beach and 10 minutes on foot from the centre of the town. Penzance is home to many pubs and restaurants serving seafood fresh from the harbour. Torwood offers Continental and cooked breakfasts each morning. The famous clifftop theatre The Minack is only 8 miles from the property, and Land’s End is only a 20-minute drive away. Penzance Railway Station is 20 minutes away on foot and provides connections to Truro and beyond. Guests can hire bikes from the Torwood House.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Fast free WiFi (136 Mbps)
- Non-smoking rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- David
United Kingdom
“Good location, comfortable and excellent breakfasts. Lynda and her husband were excellent hosts.” - Marina
Australia
“What you expect from a traditional B&B. Spacious attic studio. Generous cooked breakfast of our choice as well as cereal/yoghurt, etc. Busy streert for parking.” - June
United Kingdom
“Linda and steve are lovely and friendly. Fantastic breakfast to protection. Absolutely delicious. Clean room. Room service daily. Cosy and lovely room. Second time staying. Thankyou so much.😍” - Subhasis
United Kingdom
“Really great location for a quiet stay, yet with easy access to everything necessary. Breakfast is superb, with so many options to spoil one :) Special thanks to Lynda and Steve, for having us and facilitating a great time.” - Andrew
United Kingdom
“Excellent on all accounts. We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 nights at Torwood House. The bedroom was light and spacious with all the necessary facilities. Very good cooked or continental breakfast. Located in a quiet and leafy residential street 5...” - Margaret
Australia
“The property was in a good location. Easy walking to the shopping centre, eateries and the bay.” - Mihaela
Romania
“We had a wonderful stay. Excellent value for the money. Kind and welcoming host, fresh and tasty breakfast, the room spotlessly clean and spacious. We couldn't have asked for more, thank you!” - Kate
United Kingdom
“The location was quiet and peaceful but just a short walk from the centre of town. The room was very comfortable and we slept so well. Linda was super friendly and we both enjoyed the breakfast it was a great menu and beautifully cooked. We...” - Michael
United Kingdom
“The check in, fridge in room, great breakfast, friendly hosts, good location” - Gareth
United Kingdom
“The room was very clean and comfortable, exceptionally quiet and relaxing. Owners helpful and friendly, breakfast was perfect with every dietary need catered for as well. Great area to explore with exceptionally restaurants in the local area,...”
Hosted by Lynda and Steve

Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 15 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please inform Torwood House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.