Puffins

4.9★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

14 Customer Review(s)

Kathryn
October 2024

“The property was beautiful, clean and comfortable and very welcoming.”

The location was perfect for us and great having a parking space! Sykes failed to mention about the building work going on next door when we booked however we did receive an email from carbis bay holidays just before we arrived informing us of this,

The location was perfect for us and great having a parking space! Sykes failed to mention about the building work going on next door when we booked however we did receive an email from carbis bay holidays just before we arrived informing us of this,

- Kathryn, October 2024

Thank you so much for choosing Puffins and for the very positive feedback. We love to hear that you thought Puffins was so welcoming. I'm sorry you weren't informed in advance about the building work next door. It has gone on longer than anyone expected or hoped. We hope you will choose Puffins again for a future holiday. Mary (owner) Property Owner
May August 2024

“Lovely apartment with nice views.”

Everything you could need for a self.catering stay and very clean. The walk uphill not suitable for anyone less mobile as its in 3 sections and pretty steep! Would stay again but would bring a fan from home as it could get warm through the night in good weather and there wasn't any breeze or air outside.

- May, August 2024

Thank you for your feedback we are pleased to see that you had a good holiday with us. We hope to welcome you back again in the near future. Kind regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Vicki August 2024

“Lovely property.”

Very well equipped kitchen. Sadly we didn't have enough towels and both hair dryers were not very powerful. Fantastic view and clean throughout. Should really be two bins in the kitchen for rubbish and recycling really. Some signs flat was tired. Still enjoyed our stay. Many thanks.

- Vicki, August 2024

Thank you for your review and I'm glad you found the property lovely and clean with fantastic views and clean throughout. I checked with the housekeeping team re provision of towels and they assured me that as usual there were sufficient bath sheets and hand towels provided for your party. Puffins is a self catering apartment not a hotel where guests have the option of daily towel changes if they wish. The hairdryers are well powered. We have not had any negative comments re towels nor the hairdryers in 10 years of running Puffins. There is a waste bin but as the kitchen is relatively small we find guests tend to prefer to take their recycling down to the communal recycling bin daily. To help any other guests reading the reviews, I would add that 3.1 is the lowest feedback score given to Puffins in 10 years and we have consistently been rated at 4.9/5 overall until now. Property Owner
Kevin January 2024

“We had a great stay.”

The apartment is modern and comfortable with everything you need. Our stay was the second week in January which was a cold but bright week and the apartment was always cosy. The apartment is up hill but just a 10 minute walk from main shopping and pubs. On arrival there was a welcome pack which was a nice touch. This is the first time I can honestly say that the advertising photos are spot on. Thanks for a great break!

- Kevin, January 2024

Thank you for your great feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your winter stay, and hope you will choose Puffins again! Property Owner
David Anderson December 2023

“We so enjoyed our stay, the apartment had everything, parking was a real bonus and we appreciated all the Xmas goodies left for us.”

Big advantage is that everything is close, the Minak theatre, Penzance, Porthleven and Falmouth all super places to visit. In St Ives we eat at Host, Bier Huis,and Porthminster cafe and Kitchen super food and atmosphere. We managed the annual Boxing day run into the sea along with at least 600 others.

- David Anderson, December 2023

Thank you for this lovely feedback. So glad you enjoyed your Christmas stay. Impressive that you did the Boxing Day Run! Property Owner
Julie October 2023

“Lovely property with great views, ideal location for the beautiful beaches.”

Very clean and everything we needed at the apartment was there. Very comfortable bed and would highly recommend. Would definitely return again.

- Julie, October 2023

Thank you for your feedback we are glad the property was lovely. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Kindest regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Tracey August 2023

“Amazing place to stay.”

Would love to come back .

- Tracey, August 2023

Delighted to hear you enjoyed it! Please do choose Puffins again. Property Owner
Amit May 2023

“Lovely flat - very comfortable and well equipped.”

Contemporary furnishing made it feel like a great home for a week.

- Amit, May 2023

We're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your lovely feedback and for taking the time to leave a review, we genuinely appreciate it. Best wishes from the Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Virginia October 2022

“Very attractive apartment.”

Amazingly well-equipped kitchen, comfortable sitting area and comfortable bed. Thoughtful touches by owner – great selection of DVDs! Good views of the sea over the garden and tree tops – well placed for weather watching – everything from rainbows to lightning! Quiet and well located for walking into the town, coastal walks or driving out to the surrounding area. We really enjoyed our stay. We have mentioned a couple of practical issues to the agents but they did not spoil our visit. Note to agents: The key/lock to the main door of the building is a real struggle to use – it can take several minutes to open the door – the door is often left open by residents because of this. The kitchen tap is very stiff to use and the whole tap unit swivels as you attempt to turn on the tap. The basin in the main bathroom is very slow to empty.

- Virginia, October 2022

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you loved the property and your stay! Thank you also for your constructive points that have been passed onto the revalent department to look into. Thank you so much again for your comments and we look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. Kinds Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Suzanne October 2022

“Lovely stay, clean apartment and very comfortable beds.”

- Suzanne, October 2022

Thank you for the great feedback. So pleased you liked the apartment. Property Owner
Catherine June 2022

“Great stay.”

Apartment met all needs and was clean and well equipped. Only slight concern we had were the spaces between decking boards on the balcony that could be dangerous for users eg hot liquid or sharp object from above.

- Catherine, June 2022

Dear Mrs McNab, thank you for taking the time to leave Feedback following your recent holiday at Puffins and we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed a great stay. Thank you for advising us of your concerns regarding the decking boards on the balcony, your concerns have not previously been raised by any guests in the time the property has been a holiday let, but we will pass these to the Management Company that look after the apartments for their attention. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future. Kind regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Andrew May 2022

“Something to keep the balcony door open would have been helpful.”

Otherwise, we had a fantastic stay in an excellent apartment. The welcome bag and flowers were a lovely touch and made us feel welcome. Would definitely stay again.

- Andrew, May 2022

Glad you enjoyed your stay and holiday in the area, and we would love to welcome you again! I will pop a heavy door stop in when I'm next in the apartment. Property Owner
Adam April 2022

“A gorgeous flat and great location.”

Puffins has everything you could possibly want.

- Adam, April 2022
Tessa March 2022

“We enjoyed our stay at Puffins.”

It is very well equipped and comfortable and lovely to have a sea view and interesting art on the walls.

- Tessa, March 2022

Many thanks for your kind review! So glad you enjoyed your stay. We agree the sea view is lovely and are pleased that you found the art interesting. Property Owner

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Summary

First-floor apartment
Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request)
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with balcony
Gas central heating
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, iron, ironing board, clothes airer, cafetiere
TV, DVD player, WiFi and a selection of books and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available
Permit parking for 1 car available
Balcony with furniture and communal gardens with lawn
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop, pub and beach 0.5 miles
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am

The property

Located in Cornwall's coastal village of St Ives, Puffins is a contemporary two-bedroom first-floor apartment.

Puffins is a fantastic tourist base for couples or a family of four who are looking to go away to Cornwall.

Unload your luggage and take in the beautiful scenery of Belyars Croft from your off-road parking spot.

Follow the oak flooring through to the open-plan living space where you can get ready to cook delicious dishes for your visitors in the well-equipped kitchen, stocked full of high-quality glassware and crockery alongside fantastic amenities including an electric oven, induction stove, microwave, and dishwasher, making cleaning up a breeze!

Whether you prefer to dine indoors or out on the balcony, you'll be able to take in the stunning ocean views from the comfort of your own private dining table for four.

As the evening grows darker, snuggle up on the plush sofa where you can relax in front of your favourite show on the flat-screen TV.

Pour in the bubbles and indulge in a blissful soak in the bath or a refreshing rinse in the shower before wrapping up warm in a premium towel as you prepare for bed.

Catch your rest in one of the two well-appointed bedrooms, a super-king-size with en-suite shower room and a twin, each offering a zip/link feature along with crisp white linens, elegant venetian blinds and curtains, twin bedside tables with lamps, built-in wardrobes for storage and full length mirrors and hairdryers to help get ready for the day ahead.

You and your visitors can start the day off on the right foot with a cup of coffee and a stroll through the lush subtropical communal gardens.

Visit the town's centre, where you'll find a wide range of pubs and restaurants providing delicious food made with fresh, local ingredients, as well as grocery stores where you can stock up on goods to make delicious meals in the comfort of Puffins.

A short walk will bring you to The Leah Potter, a pottery museum where you can attend a class and make your own keepsake or browse the gift shop for something unique to take back home with you.

The Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Gardens, along with the well-known Tate gallery ensure the art lovers in your party are well-catered for.

Be sure to take a trip to Porthminster's family-friendly beach where you can build sandcastles with the kids, paddle the clear waves, or simply sit back and enjoy the sun.

It's easy to get to Penzance, which has a beautiful promenade and harbour, an exceptional Penlee House Gallery and Museum, a lush park with an open-air theatre and the 15-acre Trewidden Gardens, as well as a ferry port that allows voyages over to the magnificent Isle of Scilly.

Head to the Penwith Heritage Coast, where you'll find Land's End Attraction featured in the latest film The Last Bus, for an unforgettable day excursion.

For an escape to Cornwall like no other, choose Puffins.

Belyars Croft

Belyars Croft Apartments are perfectly located within the award winning seaside town of St Ives, Cornwall. Ideally positioned within a 7 minute walk of the town's picturesque harbour.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

ST IVES

Penzance 6 miles.

One of Cornwall's prettiest harbour towns, St Ives offers narrow streets, tight-packed cottages nestling around the quayside, the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth museum, fabulous beaches, superb shops, a thriving community of artists, great pubs and restaurants and much more. With its semi Bohemian lifestyle and romantic air, it's easy to see why this is the county's premier holiday resort. The surrounding area has much for the visitor to see and do with abundant wildlife, fabulous coastal walks, top quality surfing and the Celtic mysteries of the Land's End Peninsula are all within easy reach. A superb destination!

Please note that the artwork displayed throughout the property may be changed in Spring/Summer 2022.

The Good Housekeeping Fund for Puffins is £100.

Please note some complimentary toiletries are not currently provided at Puffins for sustainability reasons to avoid unnecessary use of plastic

Building Work Notice
There is currently building work underway at Carrick Lodge which is located adjacent to the Belyars Croft development to renovate the existing building and add an extension. Carrick Lodge is accessed by vehicle via the shared driveway accessed via Belyars Croft’s parking area. The remaining building work is expected to continue throughout 2025 and these works are projected to take place at the front/south side of the building which is the furthest point of the building away from Belyars Croft. During this time associated activity and noises may be experienced, with workmen and vehicles also being on site. Please note, the views from your apartment will not be affected.

Cordyline Croft Render Works
External render works are underway at Cordyline Croft which is located behind the Belyars Croft development. The works are expected to continue through to February 2025. During this time, associated activity and noises may be experienced. Please note, with the Cordyline Croft development being situated behind Belyars Croft, the views from your apartment will not be affected.

Please note, despite these works taking place, the noise disruption has been kept to a minimum and is rarely noticed.

**Soffit Replacement November 2024**
Please note, soffit replacement will be undertaken at the Belyars Croft Apartment development starting from Monday 4th November 2024. These works are projected to take up to three weeks (weather dependant). Associated noises will be heard and scaffolding and workmen on site during this time. As the works are weather dependant, they may run over the two week projected timeframe so please feel free to contact Carbis Bay Holidays on 01736 630015 for any queries regarding this.

The owner has opted to provide one set of keys however there is a key safe that can be used to store the keys when you leave the apartment if required.

Parking for Puffins is located to the rear of the building in an un-allocated parking space. Please note, the car park is strictly monitored. On arrival you will find a Parking Permit left for you on a Bulldog Clip in the hallway, please ensure this is displayed on your vehicle dashboard AT ALL TIMES as penalties are applied for all vehicles with no Permit clearly displayed.

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St Ives, Cornwall (Ref. 1088541)

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Reviews & Ratings

“The property was beautiful, clean and comfortable and very welcoming.”

“Lovely apartment with nice views.”

“Lovely property.”

“We had a great stay.”

“We so enjoyed our stay, the apartment had everything, parking was a real bonus and we appreciated all the Xmas goodies left for us.”

“Lovely property with great views, ideal location for the beautiful beaches.”

“Amazing place to stay.”

“Lovely flat - very comfortable and well equipped.”

“Very attractive apartment.”

“Lovely stay, clean apartment and very comfortable beds.”

“Great stay.”

“Something to keep the balcony door open would have been helpful.”