Bayside Cottage in Carbis Bay is highly praised for its stunning views, comfortable beds, and cleanliness. Its proximity to the beach and train station makes it an ideal location for exploring St Ives. The well-equipped kitchen and additional facilities like a games room and hot tub add to the enjoyment of guests. While there are some minor concerns about garden security for pets and noise from nearby development, the overall experience is exceptional, with many guests eager to return.
Guests consistently note the cleanliness of the property, mentioning that 'everywhere was clean' and the 'towels and linen absolutely immaculate'. This indicates a very high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is frequently highlighted as excellent, with the property being a short walk from Carbis Bay beach and the train station, offering easy access to St Ives. The convenience and beauty of the location are major positives for guests.
Comfort is a strong point for Bayside, with guests finding the beds 'so comfortable' and the property 'really comfortable and well equipped'. The range of ages catered for and the inclusion of family dogs suggest a comfortable stay for all.
Facilities are generally praised, especially the well-equipped kitchen and the games room. However, there are some concerns about garden security for pets and a mention of maintenance issues in the en-suite, which slightly affect the score.
While the reviews reflect a high standard of equipment and amenities provided, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owners. Therefore, a score cannot be provided for this category.
If you are looking for a luxury holiday home for a large family or group to escape to by the sea, Bayside is ideal. Set in leafy Parc Owles in Carbis Bay it has breath-taking sea views across the bay to Godrevy Lighthouse and offers everything a large family could wish for. It’s family and pet-friendly, sits in a large enclosed landscaped garden with hot tub, yet is only a five-minute walk to the award-winning Blue Flag Carbis Bay Beach and the St Ives Branch line. Bayside is not your typical Cornish retreat it has a wonderful, quirky, upside-down layout that works beautifully.
Bayside offers five comfortable bedrooms, four with sea views, and sleeps up to ten adults. The master bedroom and second bedroom have their own generous private sea-view terraces and the three bathrooms, with their own unique styles, are a particular highlight.
The lounge is located on the top floor and benefits from an exceptional panoramic sea view. The kitchen / diner sits just below and combines the same view with huge patio doors and full-width balcony.
When you want to escape, two floors down in the basement is a TV / games room, ideal for teenagers. The basement is self-contained with bedroom, shower room, and garden kitchen equipped with fridge, dishwasher and outdoor crockery.
Bedrooms and bathrooms are found in the middle of the house spread over three half floors.
There is the added convenience of a separate laundry/utility/office just off the entrance hall.
It's a short walk to Carbis Bay station and the scenic St Ives branch line into St Ives or alternatively to connect to the mainline at St Erth.
Highlights
- Bayside is a luxury detached five-bedroom house with sea views in a first-class location in Parc Owles, Carbis Bay.
- Child and pet friendly - with no smoking allowed.
- Kitchen balcony and two-bedroom terraces with glass balustrades and stunning sea views.
- Large private landscaped garden with dining terrace, seven seat hot tub and views out to sea.
- Quick access by foot to Carbis Bay beach from the garden gate.
- Quick footpath access to the coastal path to St Ives, Porthkidney Sands and Carbis Bay station.
- Ten-minute walk to Tesco superstore on St Ives road.
- High quality furniture, fittings, appliances and art throughout.
Entertainment
- Complimentary super-fast fibre optic broadband.
- Samsung Serif smart television to lounge.
- Games room equipped with 55” LG smart 4K Ultra UD TV with sound bar and wireless sub and Xbox One S console.
- Amazon Echo speakers to kitchen / dining area and living room.
For Families
- A complimentary travel cot and a highchair are provided. We request that guests provide their own cot bedding.
For Pets
- Enclosed large garden and entertaining view from the balcony of the picturesque coastal railway, a cockapoo favourite!
Access
- A sloped driveway with eleven steps leads down to the front entrance.
- The property is set over 3.5 floors.
- Detailed access statement available on request.
Parking
Three reasonably sized cars can be parked on the driveway. An additional car can park on the lower drive, in front of the garden gate.
Bayside caters for large groups effortlessly, from first stepping through the front door to returning from the beach through the garden there are storage, washing and catering facilities provided to make everything easy.
Entrance Hallway
Spacious full height, light, entrance hall offering sea and valley glimpses through the kitchen below, equipped with Skagerak oak bench and wardrobe hangers and feature red rubber ceiling lights.
Off the hallway is large WC and a newly fitted laundry providing further storage, washing machine, condenser dryer, extra fridge and even a small office space also with a beautiful sea view.
Living Room
Located at the top of the house, up half a flight of stairs the large open plan living area has stunning sea views across Carbis Bay and out to Godrevy Lighthouse. A huge picture window frames the view and floods the room with light.
The lounge is furnished simply and stylishly with quality furniture and art, two large sofas, a soft leather chair and large log burner for you to warm your toes as the night draws in.
Kitchen/Diner
The open plan kitchen / diner is half a flight of stairs down from the entrance and makes the most of the same stunning views. Step out on to the balcony and look out over the private landscaped garden, generous outside terrace, barbeque, hot tub and out to sea.
In the modern kitchen are vibrant summer prints from the Modernartbuyer and a relaxed dining area with stylish table, bench and chairs. Whether you stand or sit down to relax, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the bay.
The well-appointed kitchen offers two ovens, induction hob, large fridge freezer, microwave, and a Nespresso coffee machine. A comprehensive range of cutlery, crockery, glasses, and kitchen utensils are provided, everything you require for your holiday.
There is a further range of outdoor kitchenware in the basement kitchenette which has a fridge and dishwasher making barbeques easy.
TV/Games Room
A temperamental teenager’s independent space or an area for members of the family to relax in small or large groups. The TV / games room is located in the basement, with a large luxurious sofa. Enjoy gaming on the Xbox One S or watching a film on the 55" smart Ultra HDTV with sound bar.
Bedrooms
Bedrooms one to four are found in the middle of the house on the lower ground floors, each with its own character and sea view.
Each bedroom features a Hay lounge chair coloured to match the room décor, you can relax watching the ocean while you read your favourite book.
Master Bedroom
This sea-facing room features an ensuite bathroom, private sea view terrace and large patio doors which flood the room with light. This large and airy room offers the perfect setting to rest and recuperate. Beautiful views always remind you where you are. A luxuriously dressed super king bed ensures a peaceful night’s sleep and when you wake you can enjoy breakfast on your private balcony equipped with an outdoor sofa and table.
Bedroom Two
Like the master, bedroom two is another wonderfully light and airy sea-facing room with large patio doors and private terrace. A luxury king-sized oak spindle bed ensures a peaceful night’s sleep. Two bedside tables and wall lamps are well placed for a book in bed and a matching oak chest of draws and open wardrobe offer ample storage. Other features include a porthole window with blackout bung and lounge chair. Step right from this room onto your own private balcony for breakfast watching the ocean and for drinks as the sun goes down. There are even steps from this terrace to the garden.
Bedroom Three
Offering sea views to the side and a view of the garden to the front this stylish bedroom is very comfortable. Set as a twin as standard, on request, the two single beds can be made into a super king zip and link bed. Two bedside tables with lamps are placed to enjoy a book in bed. Features include a lounge chair, wall-mounted mirror and built-in wardrobe with generous hanging and shelf space. Bedroom three is also conveniently located next to the family bathroom.
Bedroom Four
This sea-facing room, next to bedroom two is designed with younger guests in mind. As well as amazing sea views, a black tubular steel bunk bed makes bedtime a little more exciting. A lamp and high-backed red chair are there for a story and camper van themed blinds ensure a peaceful night’s sleep. This is a place to drift off to sleep dreaming of seaside adventure. A chest of drawers offers plenty of storage for holiday outfits.
Bedroom Five
Set in the basement this bedroom is ideal for guests who want their own space and a little independence. This large room is set as a twin as standard, on request, the two single beds can be made into a super king zip and link bed, there is a lounge chair and walk-in wardrobe providing plenty of storage space. This bedroom is well served by the luxurious basement shower room.
Family Bathroom
The family bathroom is located next to bedroom three on the lower ground floor. Easily reached by bedrooms two, three and four. Newly fitted this is a sumptuous room with a tropical feel, steel bath and overhead shower, teak vanity unit and bold tile touches from Mandarin stone and beautiful bath and light fittings. Pebble floor tiles keep a seaside theme.
Master Bedroom Ensuite
The luxurious ensuite is newly fitted and features a wonderful undermounted steel bath with teak surround, set under a huge canvas print of Porthmeor beach by local artist Steve Crossley. At the other side of the room a walk-in rainfall shower offers a less indulgent but equally stylish experience. Pebble floor tiles and teak vanity unit maintain the coastal theme.
Basement Bathroom
Beautifully fitted room with walk-in shower, underfloor heating and deep blue teal Mandarin stone tiles to remind you of the sea.
Garden Kitchen
The garden kitchen is off the games room. Through the garden kitchen is the back door with access to all the garden has to offer. In the garden kitchen is an integrated dishwasher, fridge and selection of outdoor crockery for alfresco dining without needing to return to the kitchen.
Utility Room
Located off the entrance hallway, even the laundry has views of the sea. Here you will find newly fitted units, a washing machine, tumble drier and overflow fridge. Yes, you can even see the sea when doing the washing.
WC
The large WC off the entrance hallway completes the comprehensive facilities.
Garden
The beautiful, landscaped garden is set over many levels and offers ample space and numerous corners for the whole family or groups to relax together or alone.
The main level is perfect for entertaining with a large terrace and built-in BBQ. Enjoy dining alfresco in style with a large white outdoor dining table and bold blue and white chairs. Here there is also a warm water, custom made, outdoor copper shower to remove all that sand.
A level down and screened by sea grasses is a seven-person luxury hot tub and hammocks and a separate lawn. It's party time!
At the bottom is a small lawn for children to enjoy, or four-legged family members to run and explore, the bottom is enclosed and secured by a 6ft fence.
There is a washing line at the top of the garden and convenient lines to hang wetsuits outside the back door.
From the bottom level guests can access the lower drive and gate through Godrevy Court for footpath access to Carbis Bay beach. Alternatively, it’s a moment’s stroll to the coastal path leading one way to St Ives (approx. 20mins walk) or Porthkidney Sands in the other. Porthkidney Sands is dog friendly all year and is a favourite.
The beach village of Carbis Bay is renowned for its magnificent stretch of pure white sand, which is only a short drive from iconic St Ives. The Ocean Sports Centre is located on the beach, so if sunbathing isn't your thing, rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard and get out on the ocean instead. Alternatively, why not book a spa day at the boutique hotel? Carbis Bay features a few stores and restaurants, as well as a fish and chip takeaway and a railway.
Reverse-level, over three floors.
Five bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with en-suite bath, basin and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request), 1 x lower-ground-floor twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request), 1 x bunk bed.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Lower-ground-floor shower room with shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
First-floor kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Second-floor sitting room with woodburning stove.
Games room
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
Smart TV, Smart 4k Ultra UD TV with sound bar, wireless sub, Amazon Echo speakers, Xbox One S, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot provided; we request that quests bring their own cot bedding.
Off-road parking for four cars.
3 x sea-facing balconies.
Sea-facing, enclosed garden with lawn, patio, furniture, barbecue and hot tub for 7 people.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.5 miles, beach 0.2 miles.
Note: Check-in at 4.00pm, check-out by 10.00am
Philip
The rooms are bright and airy, comfortable and with wonderful views of the bay. Short walk to the beach of Carbis Bay railway station with a short hop into St Ives (I would recommend to get the train rather than drive and try to park and it is cheap). There was plenty of plates, cutlery and cooking implements, so never and issue, a couple of ovens, microwave and three fridges, what more can anyone ask for. I would not hesitate in booking again. The only issue was there was only one key for the front door and no key for the back door, would have been handy if there were a couple more.
James
Rooms were big, playroom for the kids, hot tub all great bonuses. Please note garden is not secure for pets, which is ashame, as only a little bit of work could make it that way. Kitchen very well equipped, could just do with a few more breakfast bowls and teaspoons. Would recommend staying here to any family, great property in amazing location of Carbis bay, not sure there is better beach anywhere in uk.
James
Rooms were big, playroom for the kids, hot tub all great bonuses. Please note garden is not secure for pets, which is ashame, as only a little bit of work could make it that way. Kitchen very well equipped, could just do with a few more breakfast bowls and teaspoons. Would recommend staying here to any family, great property in amazing location of Carbis bay, not sure there is better beach anywhere in uk.
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