Guests say
St Ives Bay View in Carbis Bay offers stunning sea views and is praised for its cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and quality furnishings. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds and thoughtful touches, such as welcome packs. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many guests eager to return.
The property is consistently described as clean and tidy, with several guests highlighting its cleanliness as a strong point. However, a few minor issues like a smelly fridge and limescale on shower heads slightly affect the score.
The location is highly praised for its stunning sea views and proximity to local attractions, including the beach and St Ives. The ability to walk along the coastal path is frequently mentioned as a highlight.
Guests find the property comfortable overall, especially noting the quality of the bedding and the loft room bed. However, some guests mention that the beds and sofas could be improved, which suggests room for enhancement in comfort.
The property is well-equipped, particularly the kitchen, and guests are pleased with the amenities provided. Nonetheless, reports of maintenance issues like a leaking bath, broken ironing board, and WiFi connectivity problems indicate that some facilities require attention.
Guests often mention and appreciate the thoughtful extras, such as welcome packs with wine, scones, and apple juice. While these gifts are warmly received, it is important to note that such amenities are subject to change and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Featuring a fabulous far reaching panoramic outlook across St Ives Bay, this luxury apartment truly lives up to its name. Set on Valley Road, close to St Ives Road, in Carbis Bay, it’s a short bus ride into St Ives or a stroll through the scenic valley to the Blue Flag Carbis Bay beach. Sleeping six in three comfortable bedrooms this luxury hideaway offers family friendly open plan living, with a wonderful central location to explore this beautiful area with ease. A wall of windows in the open plan living area, which includes a kitchen, sitting and dining area showcase the wonderful sea views, which stretch across the bay to Godrevy lighthouse and the golden sands of Gwithian. Sit back with the useful pair of binoculars provided and watch the ever-changing colours of the ocean. Relax into either of the two comfortable three-seater sofas and enjoy the Panasonic Smart Freeview TV with Blu-Ray. The dining area is conveniently situated between the kitchen and sitting area, perfect for socialising with the chef. An oak table with six matching chairs is positioned by the large window allowing guests to dine with a fabulous sea view. A bright and airy kitchen area offers spectacular panoramic sea views. The open plan kitchen is modern, fully fitted and well-appointed, with everything you need. Located upstairs, the master en-suite bedroom offers the best sea views in the property through two large Velux windows. A luxurious king size bed ensures a peaceful night’s rest. The other bedrooms are on the ground floor, the second enjoys a comfortable double bed with a third room, conveniently located next to the family bathroom, with shaker style twin beds. For your convenience communal clothes drying area can be found to the rear, perfect for drying off wet beach gear. A 10 min walk to the beach and a further 5 mins to the scenic rail line for access to St Ives and surrounding area. This luxury family holiday home offers a fabulous base.
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
First-floor apartment.
Three bedroom: 1 x king with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Family bathroom with bath and shower-over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area
Gas central heating.
oven-grill, induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview to lounge and master bedroom, Blu-ray player with selection of Blu-ray discs and DVD, Panasonic music system, including dock, CD player and DAB radio, WiFi, Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair provided; we request that guests provide their own cot bedding.
Off-road parking, communal garden, outside furniture including benches.
Sorry no pets, no smoking.
Shops, beaches, and pubs within a short walk
Reviews (20)
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Lucy
Plenty of towels, soft bed linen and having a washing machine really helped. A couple of things we had issues with- the bath leaked and this made the carpet damp in the bedroom where the boys slept and left a smell. i reported but had no feedback. The WiFi only seemed to work in the upstairs bedroom so couldnât get most of the freeview channels in the living room. I reported this along with the broken ironing board and the tap dripping in the kitchen. I tried via whatâs app and on the online account but barely got a response. Apart from this we were very happy with our stay and the kids loved it! Would definitely recommend.
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Lucy
Plenty of towels, soft bed linen and having a washing machine really helped. A couple of things we had issues with- the bath leaked and this made the carpet damp in the bedroom where the boys slept and left a smell. i reported but had no feedback. The WiFi only seemed to work in the upstairs bedroom so couldnât get most of the freeview channels in the living room. I reported this along with the broken ironing board and the tap dripping in the kitchen. I tried via whatâs app and on the online account but barely got a response. Apart from this we were very happy with our stay and the kids loved it! Would definitely recommend.
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Graham
Handy for bussing into St Ives.