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Holiday Home In Central St Ives, Cornwall, England

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Ground floor living room
Main bedroom
Basement playroom/living room with pinball and table football.
Basement playroom/living room with pinball and table football.
Kitchen with dishwasher. There are 6 chairs so the whole family can eat together

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near St Ives Harbour
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Arcade/game room

Explore the area

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St Ives, ENG
  • Place, St Ives Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Porthminster Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Porthmeor Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Holiday Home In Central St Ives, Cornwall, England

Three storey terraced cottage ideally situated in the centre of St Ives. Within easy walking distance of four sandy beaches; very close to shops, restaurants, cinema and The Tate Gallery. Comfortably sleeps 6 people in 3 bedrooms on the first floor. On the ground floor there is a living room, kitchen/diner and bathroom with thermostatic shower over the bath. There is a large playroom in the basement with vintage pinball, table football, books and games. Small rear courtyard. Storage for surfboards, bikes etc. Free superfast fibre broadband with wifi throughout the house. Bed linen, gas and electricity included. The kitchen diner sits 6 people around a pine table - great for family meals. Click on the 'Display More Photos' button below to see pictures of the kitchen and bedrooms.

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House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8106749
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
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

About the area

St Ives

Located in St Ives, this cottage is near the beach. St. Michael's Mount is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Porthmeor Beach and Porthminster Beach. Consider Acorn Theatre for a night out or St Ives Society of Artists if you're travelling with kids. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • St Ives Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Barbara Hepworth Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Porthminster Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Porthmeor Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tate St. Ives - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • St Ives Station - 8 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mine Brewing Taproom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Rum & Crab Shack - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪West Kitchen Collective - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bier Huis Grand Cafe - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Home In Central St Ives, Cornwall, England pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Central St Ives, walk to 4 beaches?

As of 4 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central St Ives, walk to 4 beaches on 30 Aug 2026 start from AU$364, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Holiday Home In Central St Ives, Cornwall, England?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Home In Central St Ives, Cornwall, England?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Home In Central St Ives, Cornwall, England located?

This family-friendly St Ives cottage is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of St. Ives Theatre and St Ives Harbour. Porthmeor Beach and Porthminster Beach are also within 10 minutes. St Ives Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Ian J.

The property was mostly clean, comfortable enough for our needs.

The property is in a great location to enjoy all St Ives has to offer. It is a few minutes walk from the town and long stay car parks. There is an excellent Co-op and Chippy a couple of minutes away. The property was comfortable and mostly clean. It would benefit from a few more homely features and, for example, a welcome pack.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
I'm glad to hear that you liked the location - the house is extremely well placed to easily reach all parts of St Ives on foot. You can be in the sea in under ten minutes! I think that we have a very good collection of homely features and we receive many positive comments to this effect. Our house is deliberately not overly posh - it's intended for families to relax and enjoy themselves and we think that the huge basement games room with vintage pinball table and table football really helps kids to enjoy themselves while their parents unwind. The kitchen is very well equipped with everything you need for self-catering. We provide fresh bed-linen, towels, buckets and spades, board games, outdoor hanging space to dry wetsuits and even have a book-swap. We have chosen not to provide welcome packs; they would only add to the cost and for a self-catering holiday guests need to bring their own supplies anyway. Many guests choose to arrange a supermarket delivery for the day of their arrival. Our housekeepers are professional and conscientious and clean to high standards before and after all guests. There is so, so much more than a Co-op and a chippy on the doorstep! Cafes, bars, restaurants, shops, art galleries and beaches are all within easy reach. St Ives is a delight to explore.
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2/10 Terrible

Kevin J.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Damp/Smelly

Property in a great location but extremely damp and smelly. There was mould around the bathroom and the shower holder was broken - to add to this the tap was also missing parts and there were cob webs and large amounts of dust in most rooms. The top of one of the bedroom cupboards had old occupants shoes/socks on and was thick with dust. To make the stay bearable we had to spend money on candles and keep them lit all week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Such a shame that Kevin didn't enjoy staying in our house. This is contrary to all of our other reviews, here and on other letting websites. The shower holder has been fixed. We have a very professional team of housekeepers and receive many comments about the good standards of cleanliness. It's easy to understand how a pair of shoes left on top of a wardrobe went unnoticed and I don't think this would spoil a holiday for most people. I understand that our house is not going to be ideal for everyone as we all see things differently and perhaps it just wasn't the right place for Kevin. I have done my best to describe the house accurately and show clear informative photos and this usually works as most of our guests are very happy. I always respond promptly to any reported problems and if I'm not available our housekeepers can be contacted and will address any issues as quickly as possible.
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8/10 Good

Meike W.

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

Gut gelegen

Strand, Hafen, Supermarkt alles fußläufig erreichbar. Küche war wirklich top. Bad müßte überholt werden und besser belüftet. Betten mittelmäßig.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn H.

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

Nice place in great location

We had a lovely week at Carbines, the cottage is a perfect base for exploring St Ives and North Cornwall - ideal for all of the local beaches (Portgwidden is our fav) and two minutes from the heart of the town & harbour. (It’s also two minutes from a local CO-OP store which is a bonus.) We chose to pre-book parking at the Rugby Club, to avoid wasting time looking for spaces around town - a great decision, being just ten minutes-walk from Wesley Place. All of the main living spaces in the cottage are lovely and comfortable, suiting our family perfectly: the open plan set up is ideal and the kitchen/diner the centre of most of time indoors. In the lounge, the sofas are both a good size and comfortable and the smart TV, DVD, and fast Wi-Fi are all great for film night in on (an unusual) wet evening. We booked particularly because of the added bonus of a games room in the basement with pinball and Bar-football - great for a family competition. Upstairs the bedrooms are all a good size, light and airy with comfortable beds. All booking and pre-arrival communications were prompt and clear, and a couple of minor issues we raised on arrival were swiftly dealt with - much appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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8/10 Good

Beverly M.

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

Good basic holiday rental

The cottage was convenient to town. A short walk to the high street and harbor. Parking is a problem all over St. Ives, must pay for parking in a lot and walk into or take a bus to the house. The one bathroom is on the main floor, three bedrooms on the second floor up a steep staircase. Well equipped kitchen, but bring your own paper towels, plastic trash bags and dishwasher soap. Also bring toilet paper as one one roll was provided. We had one maintenance issue and it was taken care of immediately. Correspondence with owner was very good. The boys loved the game room, well equipped, but it was a bit musty smelling. All in all, a nice basic rental.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

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

Review

Great property in fantastic locatiom
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

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

Fantastic place

Brilliant cottage beautiful new kitchen, loads of equipment and plenty for the kids to do - can't recommend enough.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you Samantha. I'm glad you enjoyed our house so much.
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10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Comfortable Home in the Heart of St Ives

This house has a nice feel to it the moment you walk through the door; it is light and airy. The dining kitchen is a lovely space, big and bright and very well appointed. Upstairs there are 3 large bedrooms, a double, twin and bunk. The double bed that we slept in was very comfortable. The downstairs bathroom is again bright and clean and with hot water on demand both bath and shower are welcome after a day walking the coast path. There are nice pictures hanging throughout the house making it feel like home. Being so close to the shops, restaurants, harbour and beaches makes access on foot very easy. Our host, Jon, was very helpful and quick to respond to our enquires. We can thoroughly recommend this house and hope to return ourselves one day
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

Well situated for all amenities

We were 4 adults and two kids and the property was spacious for us all. It is well stocked with lots of beach accessories which may be needed during your stay which are in the handy outbuilding where you can rinse off when you get back from the beach. Down in the basement are lots of board games and there is a good selection of dvd's for wetter days. The property is well placed for shops pubs beaches and restaurants. If you've been to St Ives before you will know that parking is difficult. We paid for a rover ticket which allows parking in many council but not all long stay car parks in Cornwall. The nearest to this property is up a steep walk which is a five minute walk. When no space available in this car park we parked in the park and ride Trenwith car park, the bus stop is just round the corner from the property. You can pull up to the property to load and unload and while we were there we often saw cars parked overnight, but we also saw a parking attendant who informed us that he regularly handed out tickets to people, so beware! During our visit we had a problem with the drain, we contacted the owner who contacted the local agent who came and sorted the next day. During our stay we loved walking down in the evening to the harbour spotting the seals and one evening we spotted a pod of dolphins crossing the harbour which was an unexpected bonus.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

The property was lovely, had everything we could have needed in a great location.

A group of us visited St Ives and stayed at this property over a mini-surf break. It was awesome, we had a lot of laughs in the games basement downstairs, and it was a perfect location to access most of the things we wanted to do in St Ives. The surf was reliably rubbish, but that's to be expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Serena D.

very pleasant stay!

We had a very pleasant stay at the cottage, it is very nice, clean and I would recommend it to everyone. Looking forward to go again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Our excellent adventure to St Ives

We returned to St Ives after honeymooning there nearly 40 years ago and it was great to be back. The cottage is comfortable, roomy and spotless which is a must for us. It is also only a short walk down into the centre of St Ives. We are not night owls so it was good to be able to sit on an evening and watch a DVD from the good selection provided. We ate at several restaurants and our favourite by far was the Tex Mex opposite the bus stop. But make sure you book a table first as it is very popular. Lovely stay in a lovely environment.
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10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Spacious house in perfect location

10 minute walk to the Harbor, beach, restaurants, launderette and rail station. Beautifully set out within the house. WiFi, games room was a bonus. Clean and tidy on arrival, it was the perfect base for our family of 5. Would HIGHLY recommend to anyone.
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8/10 Good

Christine R.

Very comfortable

Lovely cottage which we found to be comfortable with everything we needed. Loved its location which was within easy walking distance to all the beaches and St Ives main centre. The games room was a huge hit with the children and kept them entertained. Would definitely book again in the future and Highly recommend.

About the host

Hosted by Jon Rolfe

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We currently live and work in Bristol but would love to live full-time in Cornwall one day. Until then, we hope you enjoy our house in St Ives as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We chose a house in St Ives because it has many of the things that we love: a choice of beaches, each with their own characteristics and all within a short walk of each other, a wide range of places to eat including some outstanding restaurants and good art galleries.

From our house you can walk to any of 4 sandy beaches in under 10 minutes (we provide routes that avoid the hills!) ranging from calm and family-friendly to a great surfing beach.

What makes this property unique

Our basement playroom helps to keep the family entertained during bad weather. Complete with books, toys and games, it's also a good place to send the kids when you want a little time to yourself.

The vibrant centre of St Ives is right on the doorstep.

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