Kensa in Carharrack near St Day | Must-See Cornwall Hot Tub Cottage

About Kensa

Kensa is a contemporary single-storey holiday home on the outskirts of Carharrack in Cornwall. This ground-floor accommodation sleeps four guests and offers easy accessibility with no steps throughout the property.

The location provides excellent access to Cornwall's attractions. Porthtowan beach sits 5 miles away while Portreath is 6 miles distant. Truro lies 7 miles from your door. The village of St Day with shops and pubs is just 1 mile away.

Inside you'll find two double bedrooms and one bathroom with bath and shower. The open-plan kitchen includes electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. The living area features dining space for four people plus comfortable seating and Smart TV.

Local attractions include Bissoe Valley Nature Reserve, Kennall Vale Nature Reserve, St Agnes Heritage Coast and Royal Cornwall Museum in Truro (7 miles, 15 minutes). Falmouth sits 10 miles away (20 minutes) while St Ives is 20 miles distant (35 minutes).

Perfect for families and couples wanting Cornwall exploration. The enclosed hot tub and pet-friendly policy make Kensa ideal for relaxing breaks. Private parking for two cars included.

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Need To Know

✓Air pump heat source with underfloor heating
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
✓Smart tv, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent, hot tub towels are not provided
✓Highchair and travel cot available
✓Private driveway & off-road parking for 2 cars
✓Front lawn with patio and furniture, enclosed side patio with hot tub
✓Three well-behaved dogs welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 1 mile, pub 0.4 miles
✓Note: the front lawn is not enclosed
✓Note: phone signal can be intermittent at times
✓Note: smart tv but no freeview (sign into own apps including netflix)
✓Note: please take care when driving in and out
✓Please note: this property does not accept check ins on sunday's

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Kensa

Hot Tub Relaxation

Enclosed side patio hot tub provides perfect relaxation after exploring Cornwall's beaches and attractions.

Ground Floor Access

Single-storey layout with no steps makes this property accessible for guests with mobility needs.

Welcome Touches

Arrival welcome basket and dog treats show thoughtful attention to guest comfort and pets.

Perfect Location

Easy reach to beaches, Truro city and local amenities with St Day village just one mile away.

High Standards

Consistently cleaned to exceptional standards with quality facilities and thoughtful amenities throughout the property.

Pet Friendly

Up to three well-behaved dogs welcome making this perfect for families travelling with their pets.

Getting To Kensa

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Kensa by car, head to Carharrack in Cornwall using the A30 and local roads. The property is easily accessible with convenient off-road parking for two cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those traveling by rail, the nearest station is Truro, approximately 7 miles away from the accommodation. From there, it's a short taxi ride to your Cornwall base.

Off-road parking for two cars

Truro station (7 miles)

Easily accessible from A30

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Royal Cornwall Museum

Distance: 7 miles

TR1 2SJ

St Agnes Heritage Coast

Distance: 8 miles

TR5 0ST

Bissoe Valley Nature Reserve

Distance: 3 miles

TR4 8QZ

Kennall Vale Nature Reserve

Distance: 4 miles

TR10 9BJ

Porthtowan Beach Walk

Distance: 5 miles

TR4 8AW

Portreath Coastal Path

Distance: 6 miles

TR16 4LD

Truro City Centre

Distance: 7 miles

TR1 1RZ

St Day Village Shops

Distance: 1 mile

TR16 5LW

Redruth Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

TR15 2BY

Falmouth Harbour

Distance: 10 miles

TR11 3QA

St Ives Town

Distance: 20 miles

TR26 1RZ

Eden Project

Distance: 25 miles

PL24 2SG

Royal Cornwall Museum

Distance: 7 miles

TR1 2SJ

St Agnes Heritage Coast

Distance: 8 miles

TR5 0ST

Bissoe Valley Nature Reserve

Distance: 3 miles

TR4 8QZ

Kennall Vale Nature Reserve

Distance: 4 miles

TR10 9BJ

Porthtowan Beach Walk

Distance: 5 miles

TR4 8AW

Portreath Coastal Path

Distance: 6 miles

TR16 4LD

Truro City Centre

Distance: 7 miles

TR1 1RZ

St Day Village Shops

Distance: 1 mile

TR16 5LW

Redruth Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

TR15 2BY

Falmouth Harbour

Distance: 10 miles

TR11 3QA

St Ives Town

Distance: 20 miles

TR26 1RZ

Eden Project

Distance: 25 miles

PL24 2SG

Is Kensa Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Kensa offers excellent facilities for families with children. The single-storey layout eliminates stair safety concerns for toddlers. Cot and highchair are available on request. The enclosed garden provides safe outdoor play space. Smart TV entertainment keeps children happy during quieter moments indoors.

For Couples

Perfect romantic retreat with private hot tub for evening relaxation. The peaceful Carharrack location offers tranquil surroundings away from crowds. Easy access to romantic coastal walks at Porthtowan and Portreath beaches. Truro's restaurants and shops provide excellent date night options just 7 miles away.

Pet Friendly

Excellent pet facilities with up to three well-behaved dogs welcome. Dog treats provided on arrival show thoughtful pet consideration. Enclosed side patio and front lawn offer secure outdoor space for exercise. Local walks include Bissoe Valley Nature Reserve and coastal paths perfect for dog walking adventures.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Kensa

The Miners Arms

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TR16 5RA

St Day Inn

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: TR16 5LW

The Countryman Inn

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TR16 4HB

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Kensa

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Kensa features an enclosed hot tub located on the side patio area. The hot tub provides a relaxing space to unwind after days exploring Cornwall.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, up to three well-behaved dogs are welcome at Kensa. Dog treats are provided on arrival and there's enclosed outdoor space for pets.

How many people does Kensa sleep?

Kensa sleeps four guests across two double bedrooms. Both bedrooms feature comfortable double beds with quality bedding provided.

What cooking facilities are available?

The open-plan kitchen includes electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. All essential cooking equipment and utensils are provided for self-catering.

Is there parking available?

Yes, private off-road parking for two cars is included. The parking area is easily accessible from the main road.

What's the nearest beach?

Porthtowan beach is 5 miles away while Portreath beach is 6 miles distant. Both beaches offer excellent swimming and surfing opportunities.

Are shops and restaurants nearby?

St Day village is 1 mile away with shops, pubs and restaurants. A local pub is just 0.4 miles from the property.

Is the property suitable for mobility issues?

Yes, Kensa is single-storey with no steps throughout making it accessible. The ground-floor layout suits guests with mobility requirements perfectly.

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Kensa Reviews

Comfortable and well equipped house. Ideally placed for the beaches of the rugged north coast and the south coast including Falmouth. The beach and restaurant recommendations we tried were just as described.

Lots of good things to make the stay here comfortable and relaxing. Good kitchen equipment and comfortable beds. Things are starting to need maintenance though. I won't pick out on here but happy to let the owner know if they would like. Happy to return as we got a reasonable last minute deal.

4 Adults and 1 Dog stayed at Kensa In January 2026. The accomodation was booked at short notice after our original booking at a different property was cancelled due to recent storm damage. Kensa was amazing and the owners made us feel welcome with a prearrival email and welcoming goodies for humans and dog. The property was extremely clean, tidy and modern. We had everything we needed for our stay and the hot tub was an added bonus. I would recommend Kensa to groups of up to 4 people with or without dogs. Thank you!

We love Kensa. It's very well equipped, it's in a peaceful location but mostly we love the hot tub.

Just back from a cracking Christmas stay at Kensa Holiday Cottage and overall we were very happy Emit and dogs

Lorraine

We have stayed in quite a few holiday homes in Cornwall as we visit family all times of the year, but this one is definitely up there in the top 3! The accommodation is great, located in a quiet village, but with easy access to major road connections to get anywhere you like. We found Kensa very relaxing and has every kitchen utensil you can think of! The beds were comfortable for a good nights sleep too! The owners have definitely done their homework and thought of everything, it felt like home from home. They even left blankets, throws and treats for the dogs. Just a shame we didnt get time to use the hot tub maybe next time!

We've had some lovely accommodation over the years and this one is up there with the best of them. The Property is clean and comfortable and the added extra of a hot tub is fantastic. It's excellently located to explore Cornwall and hopefully we'll be back one day.

Michael

Kensa had everything that we needed for our holiday. The property is clean, modern and wellequipped. It is ideally placed for our needs including proximity to the north coast beaches at Portreath and Porthtowan for morning dog walks. Our dogs loved having the space to move around. We will be booking again.

Richard

Very nice place to stay. ....hot tub was a lovely touch after drivingwalking all day.....

We loved it. Well equipped, comfortable, quiet. We've booked again for December and are already looking forward to the hot tub. The welcome hamper was so welcoming. The bungalow was very clean.

Lovely property, exceeded expectations. Clean with great facilities. Dishwasher, washing machine, coffee machine. Great location to explore Cornwall. Really enjoyed our stay! Dog friendly

We had a lovely stay at Kensa. We were made to feel welcome on arrival with a welcome basket and dog treats. The property was well equipped with everything we needed. A great base for exploring our favourite parts of Cornwall. The bed in the garden room is dipping so may need some attention at some point. But it was a comfortable stay overall. Hot tub was a lovely bonus. Thank you.

Rachael

Clean and tidy , equipped with everything needed , hot tub a bonus , well within ... Clean and tidy , equipped with everything needed , hot tub a bonus , well within reach to visit the West Country , beaches not to far away ,

Third and definitely NOT last stay at Kensa. Such a wonderful charming property. It's always cleaned to such a high standard and the facilities and amenities are amazingly thoughtful. It's perfect for our toddler too as we don't have to worry about stairs with it being a single story property. Really is a special little place. The owners really do go above and beyond.

So pleased we found this wonderful, comfortable holiday home. Everything was perfect, all the details, clean and tidy, great quality and lovely hot tub too. Thank you so much.

Excellent accommodation & exceeded expectations, everything provided for & beautifully presented, great location to access all the great Beaches, will definitely recommend to everyone as we wanted a special place to stay with a hot tub & could take our dogs for my 50th birthday & Kensa was perfect!

Theresa

We had a wonderful week at Kensa. The house is beautiful and spotless with lovely doggy and human treats on our arrival. Kensa is in a great position in cornwall giving us a good base to visit everything we wanted to see. The hot tub was lovely in a great enclosed area so the dogs were safe to potter around freely. Kensa was very well equipped, we had everything we needed for the week. Would absolutely recommend.

Sophie

Our 3rd stay and everytime we have stayed every room is spotless, garden all clear and clean and the hottub is blissful. Can not fault this cottage at all. Perfect location to visit all the beaches of Cornwall with most places being a little 30 mins drive away. Our Dogs absolutely love coming here just as much as us. Thank you Jojo for always having the cottage spotless x

Our 2nd stay ,Everything you need is here

The cottage is probably the best equipped I've ever stayed in. The photos on the walls all have post codes attached so you know were they are which is a great idea to visit.the place was spotless on arrival hot tub was clean great place to stay . Could not fault it if I tried 10 out of 10 on everything. Thanks Mr W ANDERSON.

Jennifer

Lovely little property, very comfortable and well equipped, great for tge 3 of us and our 2 labradors.

Gillian

Lovely comfortable bungalow spotlessly clean and everything you need loved the ... Lovely comfortable bungalow spotlessly clean and everything you need loved the decoration and the Hot tub was a great bonus Very centrally placed we visited both south and North Cornwall would definitely book again when coming back

What a lovely little place very comfortable like home from home ideal base for ... What a lovely little place very comfortable like home from home ideal base for exploring Cornwall everything you need is here

This lovely cottage is a great location for a holiday. It was very clean and it felt like home . Plenty of room . Had all the right a equipment that you need on holiday. Would highly recommend. The hot tub was fantastic.

Christian

Had a wonderful stay at Kensa. The house is beautiful, with everything you need for however long you're staying for so leave your hairdryer and iron at home lol. Plus, the hot tub is amazing! Location is rural, but well placed and an equal distance from everywhere we wanted to visit. There is a Premier shop a short walk away, which was handy. To the owners you have a beautiful house and we are insanely jealous of you lol. If we ever come back to Cornwall and we will at some point we will choose Kensa once again. Thank you.

William

It was a wonderful stay, every little detail was considered and catered for. Its in a great condition and you can tell us very well maintained. The property was a fantastic location for touring Cornwall, you can get everywhere within 3040 minutes, and if youre not sure what to do the guide has some great suggestions. The welcome basket is a really lovely touch and the hot tub was the cherry on the cake, was great to relax in after fun days out and my 6 yr old thought it was the best thing in life.

Brilliant property. Clean, spacious and well equipped. Information booklet was really helpful. I loved having a hoover to clean up sand we brought back home. Our son loved the hot tub. We have visited before and I'm sure we will book again. Thanks for having us.

Andrew

Great cottage with everything that you would need in a great location with some great walks on the doorstep

Home from home, very clean and tidy spacious ,comfy sofa. Loved the hot tub. Only issue we had was we had no hot water for a night and back patio needs tlc. Would book again and recommend this property to anyone.

Lovely base to explore cornwall. Great hot tub!

Our second trip to Kensa did not disappoint. Even more facilities included this trip. Lovely and clean, light and airy. We came last year with our doggo and was expecting our first child and was lucky enough to return, this year, with our 8monthold son for his first holiday. We love it so much we want to make it our annual trip to Cornwall. We recommend it to anyone looking to stay in and our parents have now booked in for October. Already looking forward to returning next year.

I have to say this place was fabulous, the owners thought of everything. It was perfect, welcoming, completely dog friendly and all perfectly as described. We loved the comfy beds and the hot tub most of all. The property was super clean to top it all, On arrival we were given scones, clotted cream and jam, plus a bottle of wine, and not forgetting the dogs, there were treats for them too. This is the best cottage weve ever booked.

Sophie

The best cottage we have stayed at. From the moment we stepped in it was perfect. Cozy, homely, warm and has everything you could want at home. The hot tub was a blissful way to relax after all the walking days. There are some beautiful beaches only 20 minutes away and an amazing Chinese in the village. It's a great place to stay and we have already booked our return!

We had amazing holiday at Kensa. Property was warm on arrival. Owner had given us Easter eggs, coffee and milk, lovely wine and even treats for our dog. Property was immaculately clean, Modern and had everything that you may wish for. Personal touches were really lovely. We loved all the picture canvases of the local places with post codes on the wall. Welcome folder was very informative. Jacuzzi was amazing and clean. It is emptied and cleaned between every bookings. If cleanliness is important for you, then this is the place! Property was spotless! Reading the previous reviews, everything that had been mentioned by previous quest had been rectified. I.e. there now is a laundry aerial. You really don't need to take any household items with you. These is toilet and kitchen paper, dishwasher laundry tablets, cleaning liquids, and even towels for the muddy paws. We will defenately return.

Michael

Fantastic property in a central location to visit all corners of Cornwall.

The property was lovely and also clean throughout. Jacuzzi was perfect and nice to have. Good location for venturing out and about. Only one gripe and that was the ground source heating facilities. We went in January during the extremely wet period so always returned home soaked, there was no means of drying clothes or shoestrainers or swimwear after using the Jacuzzi etc.

Christine

This is a lovely property very clean and well maintained, loved how homely it felt. The bed was so comfy slept really well, there was everything there that you could possibly need. My only criticism would be the electric hob, it was a nightmare took ages to come on so not sure if it is faulty, only other was the TV we couldn't get the normal TV with BBC ITV etc so not sure if it was us or if it wasnt available. These are the two things that would deter me from staying again, other than that it was lovely

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Kensa, Carharrack

About Kensa

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Hot Tub Relaxation

Ground Floor Access

Welcome Touches

Perfect Location

High Standards

Pet Friendly

Getting To Kensa

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Kensa Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Miners Arms

St Day Inn

The Countryman Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Kensa Reviews