St Mary's Haven
Residential care home · Penzance
St. Marys Street, Penzance, TR18 2DH
Run by Anson Care Services Limited
- GoodCQC · Aug 2021
- 8.0Our score
- Beds46
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01736 367342
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 27 August 2021
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- St Mary's Haven
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-4780639226
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About St Mary's Haven
St Mary's Haven provides residential support for older people and adults with dementia, physical disabilities, sensory impairment or other care needs in Penzance. The home is registered as a care home without nursing and aims to support residents' independence, dignity and choice in everyday life.
The former convent has operated as a care home for more than 30 years and includes a chapel and former school room. Residents have access to a library service, local excursions and trips to places of interest. The home is also within a short walk of Penzance town centre, with shops, services and places to eat nearby.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Penzance
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penlee Residential Care HomePenzance | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The BungalowPenzance | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| PonsandanePenzance | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The Old Manor HousePenzance | 0.5 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Frances Bolitho Care HomePenzance | 0.5 miles | Good | 7.4 |
Also run by Anson Care Services Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Manor HousePenzance | Good | 8.0 | |
| Harbour HouseRedruth | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Tremethick HouseRedruth | Good | 7.4 | |
| Crossroads House Care HomeRedruth | Outstanding | 8.8 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Former convent setting
- Library and local excursions
Suits: Adults seeking residential care near town services
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
St. Marys Street, Penzance, TR18 2DH
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Questions families ask
Can they cater for special diets?
Yes. The chain can cater for special diets as required.
Do they provide 24-hour personal care?
Yes. Skilled and experienced staff provide 24-hour personal care and attention to residents’ needs.
How long has the home provided care?
For over 30 years. St Mary’s Haven has been a care home for more than three decades and was acquired by Anson Care Services in 2016.
How much does St Mary's Haven cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask St Mary's Haven for its weekly fee. As a guide, Cornwall council paid on average £1,062 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.