We spent two weeks before Christmas at Carn Du, so that we could host family we had not seen for some time. We all loved it! The house was well heated with lashings of hot water. The location was amazing and we were able to travel around Cornwall visiting numerous attractions. We were lucky enough to be in Mousehole for the turning on of the Christmas lights which were spectacular. There wasn’t anything we needed that wasn’t provided; if you wanted a sharp knife, there was a Sabatier in the draw! There are some signature pieces dotted around the house, such as the really old bath and the leather chair in the sitting room, for example, that are special. There were a few breakages, but this was written off as wear and tear. What we liked best about the house was its soul. It was so welcoming and user friendly, it loved being lived in. It has become a family favourite. There was no downside to our stay at Carn Du. The house keeper, Loraine, is available at the end of a phone, and couldn’t have been more helpful. Thank you Loraine, greetings to Badger.

We thought this house was just beautiful and you could not ask for a more stunning location, perched high up overlooking the bay of Penzance. Always something to look out at out sea, and on 2 occasions we were lucky enough to spot 8 or so dolphins. The only slight negative with the house, which I had already seen before from previous reviews, was that the house itself only has one shower. There are 3 other bathrooms, but all of them have baths only, with not even a shower attachment to be able to wash and rinse hair. I'm sure this could be easily addressed, and so would make the whole experience just that bit more perfect!! But loved the whole place generally.

The house is as wonderful as the photographs. It is luxurious and characterful at the same time. I stayed in the main bedroom with the bath. We all took turns to use it as the views were incredible. The house floods with light even on a dull day and you can watch the weather come and go from practically every room. There is so much space that you never feel over crowded. There are lovely extras such as the flowers Lorraine provided on arrival and coffee table books and magazines. There was nothing extra that we needed. I had my 50th birthday partyat the house. The ground floor goes seemlessly from room to room allowing different activities to happen in each and yet not separating everybody. The pool was warm even in October and we used it everyday. The house is very private and yet it is a short walk to Mousehole and has brilliant access to coastal walks This is a wonderful find which we were all very sad to leave. I hope to return Thank you to Lorraine and Carolyn

A wonderful house in a grand position, with panoramic views. The house is well appointed and equiped, although the bathrooms are a little dated with no plugs for electric razors, toothbrushes, etc. Only one bathroom has a shower. The AGA cooker takes some getting used to. But these are minor points - the house is truly great, especially for a extended families. Nice pool. The walk into Mousehole is easy, but tough for the overweight/elderly climbing the steep hill back.

Seven couples spent pleasant week in this beautiful house. Well appointed facilities. we were well looked after by the caretaker/housekeeper. Would certainly recommend this property for large groups.

I'm almost afraid of writing this review because I really want to keep Carn Du a secret! A quick review of the house's guest book shows that it's not a secret though, so I'll do my best to describe Carn Du's bounty without repeating, to trivia, the superlatives, 'beautiful,' 'lovely,' 'charming.' For me, an urbanite of the U.S. living and working in Boston and Chicago, Carn Du was a portal to another place and time that I thought I'd only ever read about in the classics of BritLit. But it's real, it's not fiction, and it's captivating. Enthralling glamour captures you the moment your eyes set on the house's front door. When the door is opened by chatelaine Loraine, all warm, welcoming, downright charming even as she's describing the dos and don'ts of the Aga to those of unfamiliar with concept ;-), you know you've arrived at Carn Du; and, chances are, you won't want to leave after a few days. Let me put it this way: If you know those stories about mortals who stumble into the land of the Good Folk beneath the ground and then stumble out after a few moments only to find that a week has past while they were dancing and singing in a fairy hall, then you might be able to imagine what it's like to step into Carn Du. Though a week passes, you feel like you've been there for too short a time, and you spend your days craving a return. Mousehole's Raginnis Hill, just a short distance from Penzance, is Carn Du's perch; and, it makes for spectacular views from the garden, the infinity pool, the bedroom balconies, the sun room, well, just about every part of the house. Recommendation: Listen to Kate Bush's "Sky of Honey" (AERIAL, 2005) a lot while at Carn Du for the perfect soundtrack to a stay at this house. If you don't have AERIAL, the cooing doves will be music enough. I can't say enough about my experience staying at Carn Du with family and great friends. We all feel the same about our stay there, and it's my sincerest hope that I return relatively soon just to make sure that it wasn't all just a dream.

Beautifully furnished and laid out house with well equipped kitchen. Enjoyed heated outdoor swimming pool (with remotely controlled cover). Layout of house well thought out to provide separate space for games, TV watching etc. Incomparable views across bay to Mount St. Michael. Nicest holiday house we've ever rented.

This house is absolutely amazing - stunning decor, very well appointed and set in a beautiful location with breathtaking views. The website doesn't do it justice - I wore my feet out on our first evening, as I couldn't stop myself walking round the house saying "Wow!" in every room. It didn't take long before we were completely at home in its opulence and we were really sad to leave at the end of our stay, as it felt like we'd been there forever. We know the area really well, so didn't have much incentive to leave the house during our stay. On sunny days we loved sitting out in the garden and taking a dip in the infinity pool. On rainy days it was just as nice to snuggle up in one of the spacious living rooms with a good book. My husband particularly liked the large conservatory, which makes a very relaxing and comfortable place to chill out. There are loads of books and magazines available in the house if you need some reading material during your stay. The house is very spacious, so even if you're staying in a large group, you don't get under each other's feet. As a previous reviewer mentioned, the beds are huge and really comfortable. I loved the bath in the principal bedroom and enjoyed a few lazy hours in it over the week, gazing at the wonderful view across Mounts Bay. If we had any criticism at all, it was just that there was only one shower in the whole house - the other ensuites only had baths. But this doesn't really detract from what is otherwise a wonderful place to stay. The housekeeper, Lorraine, was brilliant throughout - very friendly and attentive to detail. She popped in occasionally but we never felt like she was intruding. We stayed here to celebrate a special occasion but would love to come back in future and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this house to others.

The website almost doesn't do Carn Du justice. Carn Du is so perfect that one would like to own it! The house is very spacious and wonderfully appointed. The beds are HUGE and extremely comfortable and the views out of the bedrooms are stunning. The owners have thought of everything, and you will not be able to have anything but a perfect stay. We had the most awful weather but despite the weather, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and we've re-booked the house and cottage for next year. Lorraine, the housekeeper, is very helpful and does a wonderful job at keeping it in tip top condition. The only complaint was the temperature of the swimming pool which could be a good few degrees higher with the cold weather we had in June. Thanks for a fantastic holiday, we look forward to returning next year.