Guests say
Avon Cottage in St. Ives, Cornwall, is a well-received holiday rental with guests praising its proximity to local amenities and St Ives, comfortable beds, and well-equipped facilities. The cottage offers a cosy atmosphere with thoughtful touches like books and games, and boasts a fabulous sea view from the top floor. Some minor maintenance issues were noted, but overall, guests had a delightful stay and would return.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The cottage is described as clean by guests, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating a high standard of upkeep.
The location is highly praised for its convenience to St Ives, accessibility by bus, and proximity to a supermarket and beach, making it an ideal spot for visitors.
Guests have mentioned comfortable beds and pillows, and plenty of space, suggesting a high level of comfort throughout their stay.
The cottage is well-equipped with a smart TV and good Wi-Fi. However, some guests mentioned a lack of mugs and microwave bowls, and a dripping bath tap, indicating room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
Thoughtful touches like books and games are appreciated by guests, enhancing their experience. No gifts were mentioned, so the score reflects the overall thoughtfulness in provision.
About this property
Avon Cottage is a contemporary, mid-terrace cottage that sits within the seaside village of Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Presented to an excellent standard, Avon Cottage is a magnificent choice for families and couples seeking a first-class abode in this bustling region of Cornwall. Take three steps up to the entrance hall and turn immediately into the living/dining room, appointed with a sofa and Smart TV to assist with your downtime and finished with porcelanosa Baltimore tiles and Wexford oak flooring. Move into the kitchen adorned with Caesar stone quartz worktops, where the designated chef can rustle up something tasty, utilising the Delonghi appliances, Bosch oven and Joseph kitchenware including the gas oven, induction hob, microwave and fridge/freezer, whilst the dishwasher will cover the washing up! Settle down at the dining table to relish mealtimes with loved ones, toasting to a fantastic getaway over a bottle of bubbly. Move to the first floor and discover the first bedroom, offering a double bed with access to a private terrace where you can relax in the evening. On this floor, there is also a charming twin bedroom with Smart TV, and a gleaming shower room where you can prepare yourself for the day. Continue to the second floor where another double rests, offering a Smart TV with en-suite freestanding bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC. When you’re ready to explore, pack your seaside equipment and head a mile to Carbis Bay Beach, a picturesque bay that offers outstanding views and a glorious sandy expanse, offering many recreational activities including swimming, boating and tennis. The neighbouring town of St Ives has lots to offer; taste local ales at The Sloop or treat your loved one to a meal at Porthminster Kitchen, SILCo Sea Room, Beer & Bird, The Firehouse and The Seafood Café, create your own souvenir at The Leach Pottery, tour the Tate and the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Studio, take a leisurely stroll around the harbour, or spend a day on the golden sands at one of the many beaches. Access the South West Coastal Path to appreciate unrivalled coastal vistas or continue to Penzance where you can find the attractions of Penlee House Gallery and Museum, the Jubilee Pool and a bustling promenade. Avon Cottage is well-positioned to access the many delights of Cornwall.
Just a short drive from iconic St Ives, the seaside village of Carbis Bay is best-known for its beautiful stretch of pure white sand. With turquoise waters and sheltered conditions, the beach feels almost subtropical and is the perfect spot for a good old-fashioned day by the sea. The beach is also home to the Ocean Sports Centre, so if sunbathing is not really your thing, why not hire a kayak or SUP and get out on the water instead. Or why not treat yourself to a Spa day at the delightful hotel which overlooks the beach and has a fabulous terrace where cocktails can be enjoyed in the Cornish sunshine? Carbis Bay has a small range of local shops and restaurants as well as a fish & chip takeaway and railway branch line. The train journey from Carbis Bay into St Ives is perhaps one of the most beautiful in the country; St Ives additionally makes for a great day out, with plenty of galleries to explore. The quayside town of Hayle also isn't far and is home to activities for the all the family, including a golf and a wildlife sanctuary. The Godrevy Nature Reserve and Penwith Heritage Coast are also within easy reach from Carbis Bay, providing outdoors and watersports plans with even more activities to partake in, including coasteering and birdwatching. Carbis Bay is truly a wonderful holiday location for those wanting to experience Cornwall's breathtaking coastline.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms with Smart TVs: 1 x second-floor double with en-suite freestanding bath, hand-held shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room
Gas central heating.
Gas oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer.
3 x Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair, travel cot, and stairgate available.
Designated parking space for 1 car.
Balcony with furniture (accessed from first-floor bedroom) with furniture, plus patio with furniture.
One small to medium sized, well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.6 miles.
Note: Check-in 4pm, check-out 10am
Reviews (5)
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George
A few little issues but overall excellent!! I would stay with the family again !!! It took us about 20 minutes to find the cutlery but it could be us
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D
It is ideally placed being so near St Ives which is easily accessible by bus no.16 with the stop just around the corner by Tesco. It takes you directly to Royal Square saving the difficulty of driving in and trying to find parking. Staying at Avon Cottage was a wonderful experience because it has really comfy beds and pillows. There is plenty of space for all visitors and there are thoughtful touches like books and games as well as a smart TV and good Wi-Fi. We cooked each day and found all appliances in the kitchen easy to use and efficient. We would have liked more mugs as we did run out of these quite often and perhaps a couple of plastic bowls for the microwave would have been useful. Otherwise the cottage is top notch and well recommended. We really enjoyed our stay and loved meeting the owners.
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J
Really great place just needs the bath tap sorting out as it constantly dripped making a noise at night time but overall FAB