Guests say
Tregenna House is a well-decorated cottage in a fantastic location with useful amenities such as an outside shower and space for beach equipment. However, it is let down by maintenance issues and cleanliness concerns.
Guests reported uncollected rubbish from previous occupants and dirty large glass doors, indicating a need for improvement in cleanliness.
The property's location is highly praised, being in a great spot which guests found to be a significant positive aspect.
The property is decorated to a high standard, offering a comfortable environment, but comfort is compromised by issues such as a jammed bathroom door and problematic heating control.
Facilities such as kitchenware and garden furniture are noted to be lacking or in poor condition, and maintenance problems like broken doors and cabinets were highlighted.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owner, so this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Perched in the heart of St Ives in Cornwall, is this superb four-bedroom house, Tregenna House. The property is a true oasis of quiet tranquillity right in the centre of this popular seaside town.
Enjoying a prime position just paces away from the harbour and its shops and restaurants and beaches, as well as a spacious interior with contemporary décor with original artwork and furnishings including pieces from Jo Downs and Cream of Cornwall to create a modern coastal theme. The property is a wonderful pet-friendly dwelling for a group or family of eight, plus their four-legged friends.
Be welcomed into the open-plan living space, where you can look forward to whipping up delicious feasts in the well-equipped kitchen, featuring white gloss units, a handy dishwasher and integrated coffee machine ready to enjoy at the breakfast bar for four or with the whole family at the dining table for eight over a bottle of wine.
If the weather is nice, why not fire up the barbecue and pizza oven out in the rear enclosed garden, where you can dine alfresco as your canine companions play. Such outside space is exceptionally rare for a property located right in the centre of this town.
After dinner, retire to the large, plush corner sofa that, will comfortably seat all guests, and snuggle up with loved ones as you enjoy a family favourite on the Smart TV, complete with soundbar and Blu-ray player.
Completing the ground floor of this stylish abode is a utility room housing a washing machine and tumble dryer, and a beautiful bathroom with a gorgeous bath and double basin.
Climb the stairs up to the first floor, where you will discover four well-appointed bedrooms, two doubles, a twin and an adult bunk, all of which have their own smart TV, ideal for those leisurely wake-ups.
In the morning, wake-up tired eyes with a refreshing shower, before heading out to explore your idyllic surroundings.
Wander through the bustling town, where you can sample fresh and local seafood at The Rum & Crab Shack, Thai cuisine at Talay Thai Kitchen, or a sweet treat at Moomaid of Zennor Ice Cream Parlour.
There is also a good selection of well-stocked shops for picking up any essentials and takeaways for more leisurely dining.
Within the town, you will find the attractions of The Leach Pottery, the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, Tate St Ives and the historic St Ives Lighthouse.
Your excellent location means you are just moments away from the glorious sands of Porthminster Beach, Porthmeor Beach and Bamaluz Beach, where you can bathe and try your hand at surfing, paddle boarding or kayaking.
On your return to the property the hallway provides direct access to a separate courtyard area that has an outdoor hot shower for showering off the sand and saltwater and washing wetsuits. The courtyard area also provides useful racking for surfboards and bodyboards as well as a hanging area for drying wetsuits.
Keen walkers will delight at the close proximity of the renowned South West Coast Path, where you can expect some of the best sights and scenery in the region.
If you can tear yourself away, Penzance is within easy reach, here you can wander the picturesque harbour with fresh fish and chips, wander around the Penlee House Gallery and Museum, take a dip in the Jubilee Pool or visit the National Trust site of Trengwainton Garden.
From here you can continue onto Marazion, where you can visit the famous attraction of St Michael’s Mount.
All this and more awaits at Tregenna House.
Car parking for Tregenna House can accommodate two large vehicles, a rarity in this busy location. The parking is located 0.4 miles from the property.
Beautiful beaches, world-class shopping, the Tate Modern and Barbara Hepworth Museum, a bustling arts scene, wonderful bars and restaurants round up St Ives, one of Cornwall's loveliest harbour towns. You can see why it's the county's most popular vacation spot with its semi-Bohemian lifestyle and romantic atmosphere. In the immediate vicinity, there is a wealth of attractions for visitors, including plentiful wildlife, stunning coastal walks, excellent surfing, and the Celtic secrets of the Land's End Peninsula. A wonderful place to visit!
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 2 x double-size with smart TV, 1 x twin with smart TV, 1 x adult bunk with smart TV.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, double basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area.
Utility
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
5 x Smart TVs, Blu-ray player and soundbar, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars (located 10 minute walk from property).
Enclosed and private rear garden with decking, astro turf, barbecue, pizza oven and furniture.
Separate courtyard area with hot shower, surfboard rack and wetsuit hanger.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.5 miles
Reviews (5)
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Samantha
I'm assuming our point of contact (Donna) hasn't reported back to the powers above the ordeal we experienced. In all the years of booking places to stay I've never been so disappointed. I await for someone to call and discuss this matter further.
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Charlotte
The garden was full of huge weeds - itâs not a big space so the giant stinging nettles made it hard to enjoy. Also there was a white awning that had clearly been left up throughout all weather as it was green and mouldy and half hanging down. We didnât use the garden at all which was a real shame as we were there in peak summer. The kitchen had one wine glass when we arrived. More were sent after I got in touch with the owner but not great for a holiday property. Also it was lacking things like decent pans (we had to buy a large one as they were all very small) - when youâre staying in a 4 bed property this isnât great. There were other small issues like the shower letting a lot of water into the bathroom and the rubbish not being collected until we had to request it. All in all, I wouldnât say this property is worth the price tag unfortunately.
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Andy
Microwave at a dangerous height over 6ft Rusty garden furniture needs relocating to tip Heating should be prerogative of tenants who should not have to fight with the owners who have clearly got an app and their own ideas about how warm the house should be. Parking is a mile away up the the north face of the Eiger! But great location and nice place.