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Rainbow by the Beach is a beautiful family home by the sea, offering generous open plan living and dining areas with large garden. Most rooms have panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, while a log fire and gas barbecue add warmth to cooler days. Enjoy child-friendly amenities like internet TV, children's games, and safety gates for peace of mind.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Family Home by The Sea

  • A beautiful family home by the sea. 200 metres from the mile long sandy beach of Praa Sands. Most rooms have panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Generous open plan living and dining areas with large garden. There is a log fire for cooler days. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to prepare meals with a generous range of condiments and spices. This is a great house for relaxing and spending long days on the deck, lawn or beach.

    We welcome children. There is a high chair, cot, a box of children's games and internet TV for rainy days. Child safety gates are at the bottom and top of stairs.

    Discounts are possible for couples, please inquire.

    Praa Sands is a peaceful seaside village. A beachside family friendly pub called 'The Welloe' is a 5 walk along the beach and there is a beach cafe/shop and lifeguard.

    Large supermarkets are a 10 minute drive from the house. They include Sainsburys, Tesco and Morrisons in Penzance and Sainsburys, Tesco and Coop at Helston.

    There are many lovely towns nearby. Walk directly around 1.5-2 hours, from the house along the cliffside to the towns of Porthleven (east) and Marazion (west). Or drive to: Penzance (10 mins), Helston (10 mins), Newlyn (20 mins), Mousehole (25 mins), St Ives (25 mins), Falmouth (40 mins), Truro (40 mins).

    There are plenty of places to eat. The local pub provides decent food or you can drive to some excellent local restaurants in the area. Eating out is one of the reasons our guests visit and we will send you a list of suggestions that is updated regularly from guest experiences.

    We provide a list of things to do. Examples include visits to: Marazion and St Michaels Mount (10 mins); Tremenheere Sculpture Park and Gardens (15 mins); Barbara Hepworth Sculpture Garden (30 mins); The Lost Gardens of Heligan (1 hour); Eden project (1:10 hour); Tate St Ives (30 min); Minack Theatre (40 min); The Scilly Isles are a day trip away by boat, plane or helicopter.

    It is best to travel by car and there is spacious parking for 3 cars at the front of the house. There are some local buses and taxi firms. Details are provided at the house.

    We're happy to help you plan and make the most of your trip, please let us know how we can help.

    Visit us at: http://www.rainbowbythebeach.com

    If you can't find the date you are looking for please get in touch.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We hope you will love out house and take care of it. We kindly ask guests to leave outdoors shoes on the mats by the doors.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Penzance, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of St. Michael's Mount and Carbis Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour. Travelling with kids? Consider National Dahlia Collection and Flambards. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Penzance travel guide
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Praa Sands, ENG

What's nearby

  • Praa Sands Beach
    Praa Sands Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Michael's Mount
    St. Michael's Mount
    23 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Rinse Head Beach
    15 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Kenneggy Sands Beach
    16 min drive - 4.8 km
  • St Ives Harbour
    34 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

  • Penzance Station
    16 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    67 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crown Inn
    6 min drive
  • Island Café
    8 min drive
  • The Welloe
    8 min walk
  • Queens Arms
    6 min drive
  • The King's Arms
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Home by The Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family Home by The Sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Home by The Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Home by The Sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Home by The Sea located?

This family-friendly Penzance holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Praa Sands Beach. Rinse Head Beach and Kenneggy Sands Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Family Home by The Sea Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Miriam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, beautiful views, felt like being in a home rather than a holiday rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house, tranquil location, ready for family fun

We had a great time staying at this property in Praa Sands. The location was ideal for us because we wanted to do day trips but avoid some of the crowds of places like St. Ives. The house was ideally set up for our three-generation group. We loved sitting out on the patio watching the ocean in the distance and we really enjoyed the proximity to the beach. The beach is really clean and nice and sandy. The owners were extremely responsive whenever we had questions - fantastic stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little slice of heaven

I think it's true to say that we all fell in love with Rainbow's End. It's an amazing property in a perfect location. So nice to go to sleep listening to the sea and wake to the view of the bay. The fire pit was brilliant - the kids loved toasting marshmallows. And the outside shower was perfect to rinse off salt and sand in lovely warm water! I am sure we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

RACHEL C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful beach home perfect for all weathers

We loved the location very near the beautiful sandy surfing beach of Praa Sands and also near the local Sandy Stores for daily fresh Cornish pasties and vicky’s fresh bread. Very tastefully furnished relaxing well designed property in an excellent location. Very responsive and helpful hosts. Informative literature and recommendations for local walks and outings. We had a week of rain and mist but that didn’t stop us from walking a lot and swimming (we had our wetsuits for extra insulation thankfully).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Oana V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay and relax, very close to the beach. Very prompt and helpful owners
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very pleasant stay in a beautiful house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, comfortable home in a beautiful location. Praa sands beach in a 2 minute walk away and is large enough that you can find quiet spot even in high season. Convenient for many other great beaches and locations including the Minnack theatre, St Ives and St Michaels Mount. Check in was easy - the owners were helpful without being intrusive. Thank you for a fantastic stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Rainbow's end is a stylish home just a short walk (minutes) away from the beautiful beach at Praa sands. We particularly enjoyed the lovely garden and relaxed vibe of the home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Graham O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in a beautiful place

Our second visit to this lovely house and it was just as wonderful the second time around. The hosts could not be more kind and helpful and we’ll definitely be back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Graham O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house in a quiet location

Praa Sands is a small little enclave and perfect for a quiet relaxing break. The house itself is lovely and our hosts couldn’t have been more welcoming. We hope to come back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rainbows End

Lovely holiday in Praa sands. Rainbows End is a holiday home with plenty of space and particularly enjoyed the decked patio area for outdoor dining and lovely sea views. We had a fabulous week. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home in an amazing beach location.

We all loved staying at Rainbow’s End in Praa Sands. The view of the sea from most rooms and the large raised garden decking really make the most of the beach location , and it’s only a 2 minute walk from the garden down to the long sandy beach . We were 3 generations staying in the house , and the layout meant it worked very well for everyone’s needs. It’s a well designed , light filled home . The quality and design of the fixtures and furniture , plus the interesting artwork and many books mean it felt very welcoming. We would love to stay again . Geraldine was a great host throughout , her communication was second to none , checking that we had everything we needed once we had arrived .
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stefan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage with sea views in a stunning location

Rainbow’s End is a stunning cottage in Praa Sands, which enjoys beautiful sea views from almost every window in the house! Kitchen is really modern and has all the utensils, pots, pans, etc you could ask for. The rest of the cottage is really homely, with comfy sofas, beds and bedding and also beautiful big bi fold doors allowing you to capture the full view! There are plenty of creature comforts such as tv, board games and dvd / PlayStation to enjoy. The outside space (deck and large garden) are superb for outside lunches, dinners or sundowners. The gas bbq is a welcome addition too :-) It’s a 5 minute walk to a mile long stretch of sandy beach, and from the beach (or road) you can walk 300-400m along to the beachside cafe and pub (bit busier but still plenty of space!)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Hanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très bon séjour. T2 rez de jardin calme, agréable, très bien aménagé, à 5 minutes du début de la rue d'Antibes et 10 minutes de la Croisette au niveau de l'Hôtel Majestic. Intermarché juste à côté, arrêt de bus très proche. Conforme aux photos de l'annonce. Propre, bien entretenu. Très bon accueil. Nous y retournerons.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Großartiger Urlaub in Praa Sands

Wir waren als Familie mit zwei Kindern eine Woche in Rainbow's End und hatten einen großartigen Aufenthalt. Die ganze Familie hat sich super wohl gefühlt. Das Haus ist super großzügig, toll eingerichtet und mit allem ausgestattet was man braucht. Wir hatten einige Regentage, so dass wir den Garten und die tolle Terrasse nicht ganz so oft genutzt haben. Aber auch bei regnerischen Tagen war das Haus klasse. Es gibt genug Platz um sich auch mal aus dem Weg zu gehen oder gemeinsam am Kamin zu sitzen. Wir würden auf jeden Fall wieder kommen, wenn wir noch mal in die Gegend reisen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blissful stay at Rainbow's End

My family and I (two adults and two children aged 10 and 13) spent a blissful week at Rainbow's End to round off the school holidays. The weather was kind and Praa Sands beach was a revelation - golden sand, crystal clear water, rock pools and surf galore. However, the icing on the cake was staying at Rainbow's End which offers everything you could possibly want in a holiday home - from the expansive decking and garden with uninterrupted sea views, to the generously proportioned bedrooms, luxurious lounge areas and modern kitchen/diner. It's clearly a labour of love for the hosts who were in regular contact throughout our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. Thank you for having us, we'll definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Clair E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lovely stay ❤️

Great communication with the owner, fab base to explore. Felt very homely. Terrific views.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous house, fantastic location to explore south west Cornwall!

Couldn't have been in. a better place to explore South West Cornwall with a house overlooking one of the best beaches in Cornwall. Rainbow's End was perfect for our party of six, with lovely bedrooms, spacious living areas and a wonderful raised balcony overlooking the sea and the large gardens. The hosts couldn't have been more helpful in every way. The sandy beach is absolutely stunning with direct access to the Cornish Coastal Path. Lots to do - Lands End, Penzance just down the coast, St Michaels Mount, Cornish Seal Sanctuary, St Ives, plus lots of nice restaurants, and pubs on the doorstep, including a beach bar where you can sit and chill watching the sea and beach. Wish we had booked an extra week - it was a super holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

tess g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach holiday home from home

We love Rainbows End and return whenever possible
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

sarah b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

We had a great holiday , beautiful well equipped house a stones throw from the beach,great weather thrown in!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Simone B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Das Haus von Geraldine and Stephen ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet, mit stylischen Details. Kunst in Haus und Garten. Sie Aussicht vom Haus ist atemberaubend. Erster Blick morgens und letzter abends, aufs beruhigende weite Meer und die Küste Cornwalls. Praa Sands ist klein, fein und angenehm. Den schönen Strand zum baden und spazieren erreicht man in 2 Minuten. Wir fühlten uns sehr wohl im Haus. Es ist wie eine Oase im touristischen Cornwall. Die Eigentümer sind hervorragende und sehr zuvorkommende Gastgeber, alles hat super geklappt. Wir haben viele wunderschöne Wanderungen und Ausflüge in Städtchen und Gärten unternommen. Unser Highlight war der Besuch der Geevor Zinn Mine, sehr ergreifend. Herzlichen Dank Geraldine and Stephen, dass wir in eurem schönen Haus unsere Ferien verbringen durften.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kimeya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous second visit

I have now stayed at this property twice and would not hesitate in returning. Geraldine is a very welcoming and attentive host and the property is perfectly situated for the beach. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect week in Cornwall

Rainbows end is so well located. Not just for immediate access to coastal path and peas sands beach but for exploring the best beaches in Cornwall. Every day was filled with exploring the coastline. The house itself was a great and we loved staying here. Perfect views of the sea. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Gerry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just fantastic

Geraldine is a great host who was very responsive to all our requests and clear and timely in her communications. The house itself is amazing and very homely. On hot days there is the beautiful garden and nearby beach, and on days where the weather lets you down there is plenty of space to relax and unwind whilst looking out to sea. The location is great - close enough to all major attractions and far enough away from all the madding crowds. It really didn't disappoint in any way. We really hope to return one day if we can.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home with great sea views

Spacious well equipped comfortable family house with personal touches of artwork. Great balcony for taking in the sea views, in good location close to the beach and local shops. Made a great base for exploring this area, Geraldine was always quick to respond to any queries. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021