Chypons Farm Bed & Breakfast

Chypons Farm Bed & Breakfast Overview

First Impressions

You know what hits you first when you pull up to Chypons Farm Bed & Breakfast? The absolute silence — well, except for the occasional sheep bleating in the distance. This working farm sits in proper Cornish countryside, about ten minutes from Penzance, and honestly, it feels like you’ve stumbled onto a postcard. The farmhouse itself is that classic granite stone you see all over Cornwall, weathered but sturdy, with those thick walls that have probably been standing here longer than anyone can remember.

Location & Surroundings

The location is actually brilliant if you want to explore West Cornwall without dealing with town noise. You’re close enough to Penzance that you can walk to the Promenade in about twenty minutes (though most people drive), but far enough out that you get proper countryside views from your window. I mean, couples absolutely love it here — and I can see why. There’s something romantic about waking up to rolling fields and that big Cornish sky. Plus, you’ve got free parking right on site, which is a godsend if you’ve been dealing with Penzance’s narrow streets and limited spaces.

The Rooms

The rooms have that farmhouse charm without feeling like you’re roughing it. Think exposed beams, thick stone walls, and windows that actually open (refreshing after so many sealed hotel rooms). The beds are comfortable — proper comfortable, not just “adequate for one night” comfortable. What I really appreciated was how quiet everything is; those old stone walls do an amazing job of keeping sound out, so you actually sleep well here. The rooms aren’t huge, but they’re thoughtfully laid out, and there’s something cozy about the slightly uneven floors and the way morning light filters through the small-paned windows.

Breakfast Experience

Breakfast is continental style, which works perfectly in this setting. You’re not getting a full English here, but what they do offer is fresh and local — think proper Cornish butter, local jams, and bread that actually tastes like something. They serve it in a dining room that overlooks the farm, so you can watch the daily routine while you eat. It’s simple but satisfying, and honestly, after a few days of heavy hotel breakfasts, this lighter approach feels just right. The coffee’s decent too, which isn’t always a given at smaller places like this.

Why Guests Love It

Here’s the thing about Chypons Farm — it delivers exactly what it promises without any pretense. You get genuine countryside peace, a comfortable bed, and that authentic Cornwall experience that’s getting harder to find. The hosts clearly know what they’re doing (that 9.4 rating doesn’t happen by accident), and there’s something refreshing about staying somewhere that feels like a real home rather than a business. If you want to explore Cornwall’s coast and countryside but need a proper base to return to each evening, this place just works. It’s not flashy, but it’s genuine — and sometimes that’s exactly what you need.

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Reviews of Chypons Farm Bed & Breakfast

• Bee from New Zealand – 23 June 2025 (10/10)

  This delightful rural retreat was a highlight of our stay in Cornwall. Angela welcomed us warmly and ensured that we had everything we required.
  It's a charming old building, very beautifully decorated.
  The breakfast food was excellent!
  Also, Angela was very helpful with regards to where to eat (there are two excellent country pubs nearby) and how to get to St Ives – the train from St Erth was a great idea.
  Highly recommended.
  
  What could be improved: The only thing that caught us by surprise was that those excellent rural pubs don't do dinner on Sundays!

• Blake from United Kingdom – 22 June 2025 (10/10)

  The location was amazing and the breakfast they provided was top notch! It was a nice amenity that they did not need to provide!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing really, it was super enjoyable.

• Richard from United Kingdom – 13 May 2025 (10/10)

  This was our second stay at Chypons Farm – it is our preferred location for any stay in Cornwall. The accommodation is superb, as was the breakfast, with local produce and a good balance between cooked items and cereals. The owners are exceptional at making you feel at home, and the facilities are superb. It surely cannot be bettered! We will be returning on or very next visit to Kernow.
  
  What could be improved: Everything was just as we would have wished for.

• Alice from United Kingdom – 25 April 2025 (10/10)

  Very cute and spacious room in a lovely cottage with beautiful garden. Very comfortable and the host was very responsive and happy to accomodate an early check-in. Lovely breakfast (they provide a hamper with a mix of things and they replenish it on a daily basis). Plenty of parking. I would definitely stay here again. It's ideally located between St. Ives and Penzance and also close to some other lovely places but you definitely need a car to reach this accommodation.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing. The only small thing to note is that the entrance to the shower is a bit narrow so if you are a bigger built it might be a little tricky to get it but it wasn't a problem for me (the shower in itself is big)

• Julie from United Kingdom – 12 September 2024 (9/10)

  Everything very well organized even fresh strawberries, owner easy to contact. Lovely conversion

• Gregory from United States – 5 September 2024 (9/10)

  Very nice accommodations. Large room with everything you could need!
  
  What could be improved: One lane roads my be intimidating for some

• Allan from United Kingdom – 5 August 2024 (9/10)

  I wanted somewhere quiet and secure (because I was travelling on a motorbike), and Chypons Farm fitted the bill perfectly, being five miles or so outside St Ives. In addition, the stone buildings there are gorgeous, as are the grounds. I was in a spectacular, self-contained room with vaulted ceilings and exposed rafters, plus a super-comfy bed and lots of windows that made for pleasant night-time temperatures after hot days. The Continental-style breakfast was taken in the room, with plenty of pastry/bread/fruit/yoghurt options that suited me fine.
  
  The owners were extremely helpful in allowing me to stash some gear outside of normal check-in/check-out times while I went off on the bike to do things. They also recommended a pub with a great beer garden in the village of Zennor – and I liked it so much that I spent more time there than in St Ives itself.
  
  What could be improved: The only slight issue I had was with the shower. While the bathroom as a whole was a good size and nicely presented, the smallish walk-in shower had a very narrow entry/exit that I found awkward to squeeze through. Oh, and I'm slightly embarrassed to admit that I couldn't get the capsule-style coffee machine to work!

• Eyersey from United Kingdom – 24 June 2024 (10/10)

  Really good welcome from the owners, such a lovely room. It's one of the nicest places I've ever stayed in. Really peaceful area.
  
  What could be improved: There wasn't anything I didn't like

• Heidi from United Kingdom – 13 June 2024 (10/10)

  Quiet surroundings, beautiful grounds, comfortable bed with lovely pillows, great facilities, delicious breakfast, discreet host. Couldn’t fault it.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Christopher from United Kingdom – 10 June 2024 (10/10)

  Beautifully presented. Clean and with everything you could need.
  
  What could be improved: N/A

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