The Penthouse | St Ives | Porthmeor Beach | Cornwall

4.2★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

33 Customer Review(s)

Roger
September 2024

“Minor maintenance issues need to be addressed - blinds in the velux windows need fixing, kitchen sink drain is smelly.”

A tv with Freeview would be better than the limited Sky package. Very disappointed that there was no welcome pack (milk, tea, coffee, kitchen roll). Luckily we brought some with us. Lovely views and location.

A tv with Freeview would be better than the limited Sky package. Very disappointed that there was no welcome pack (milk, tea, coffee, kitchen roll). Luckily we brought some with us. Lovely views and location.

- Roger, September 2024
Megan October 2023

“Such a lovely clean, spacious apartment with incredible views and the parking space is a huge bonus too!”

This is our second stay at the penthouse and it definitely will not be our last!

- Megan, October 2023

Thank you for your feedback we look forward to welcoming you back again in the near future. Warm regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Gary September 2023

“Enjoyed our week, lovely apartment but must agree with past comments about maintenance ie 1, Could not access Sky TV and remote not working.”

2. Top floor bedroom - Heated towel rail not working, shower fitment loose, 1 roller blind broken. 3. Stains on stairs and rug in lounge. Would still return though as we love St Ives and loved Porthminster Beach and parking space very good.

- Gary, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback, we are pleased to hear you enjoyed your week. We are sorry to hear of the issues you experienced during your stay, we will be sure to look into the maintenance points mentioned thank you for bringing these to our attention. We do hope we have the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future. Kind Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Neil September 2023

“We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely penthouse.”

Ideally positioned in beautiful St.Ives with the added advantage of good parking. A very well equipped apartment over two floors with great views. We strolled down to porthminster beach each night for a glass of wine and take in the lovely views. Thank you for sharing your apartment with us.

- Neil, September 2023

Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again in the near future. Kindest regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Rosemary September 2023

“A stunning apartment with beautiful views.”

Excellently equipped and spotlessly clean. The beds were very comfortable. We had the most amazing holiday...... Thankyou!. Just nedd to mention that the Sky Box seemed to overheat so we couldn't use it. It perhaps needs checking. Kind regards, Rosemary and family

- Rosemary, September 2023

Thank you for taking your time to leave feedback it’s much appreciated, we are pleased to hear you found the apartment spotlessly clean and excellently quipped. Thank you for bringing the Sky box to our attention we will be sure to take a look into this. We hope we have the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future. Kind Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Ian August 2023

“On arrival we found the apartment not very clean & certainly not up up to the usual standard of a Sykes accommodation.”

It was quickly resolved when we contacted the cleaner and someone returned and spent an hour & half doing certain areas we had mentioned but this did stop us unpacking after a long car journey from South yorkshire.My 12 year old son is disabled & has learning difficulties so this was extra stressful. As for the apartment itself very nice modern with good kitchen equipment. Great sea views. We were very lucky with the weather it was fantastic. Not so good was the beds if you are a tall chap like myself simply not big enough & uncomfortable. Also need some sort of black out curtain/blind in 2 of the bedrooms. Be aware of the road noise from the main route into St Ives itself...ear plugs came in handy if you want a lie in or afternoon siesta.

- Ian, August 2023
Kimberley August 2023

“We found the apartment to be well-equipped and clean.”

The location is wonderful. We had a great holiday, but wouldn’t return to this accommodation. We found the layout though to be quite antisocial and a bit strange - the upstairs lounge meant there was no comfortable seating downstairs, which meant we spent less time together as a party than would be normal for us. Also, it seemed strange that the twin room benefitted from en-suite and balcony and the double had neither. We also found the beds to be quite uncomfortable.

- Kimberley, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback, we are glad to hear you found the apartment well equipped and clean. As noted on the website The Penthouse is a duplex apartment with the master ensuite bedroom and the living area on the upper floor enabling guests to enjoy the views of St.Ives bay and the second and third bedroom are on the lower floor. We are glad to hear you had a great holiday. We do hope to welcome you back to Carbis Bay Holidays again in the future. Kind Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Alan June 2023

“I think its a great property,in a great location if it wasn't for maintenance ...”

I think its a great property,in a great location if it wasn't for maintenance that needs doing on the place I would happily come back year after year

- Alan, June 2023

Thank you very much and we are pleased to advise that the dishwasher at The Penthouse has now been repaired. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Suzy May 2023

“The washing machine did not work, could not be fixed during our stay and no alternative or discount was offered (we were told there was a launderette in town!”

) The master bedroom and twin room could really benefit from proper blinds. Waking up at 5am every day was not great. Otherwise the apartment was well equipped and in a great location.

- Suzy, May 2023
Kathleen April 2023

“This is quite lengthy but issues require resolving.”

First impressions of the penthouse apartment was fine. We did find a few lights out on the Saturday evening. Tried to watch the sky channels, but came to the conclusion that the sky remote was not working. Had a shower in the morning found the shower hose was leaking badly and needed replacing. Made breakfast in the morning and found two of the frying pans were in a very poor condition. Contacted C.Bay on the contact number on the Tuesday due to B. Hols. Spoke to Kate I think. She said someone would come out to check out the issues. Someone did call and replaced a few bulbs. They left a note for us saying taken pans, and the sky remote saying it was faulty. Cameron rang us to say a plumber would be calling to replace shower hose 3pm ish following day and to leave key in safe key box. Plumber didn’t turn up and no new pans and no sky remote by the end of the holiday and no further contact for update. We have holidayed many times with CBay hols as our record of visits shows. We left very disappointed on this occasion. Look forward to your feedback unless we don’t hear from you again.

- Kathleen, April 2023
Keith February 2023

“A fee minor niggles: The sky TV hand control did not work in the lounge; The sink tap in the kitchen needs attention.”

Otherwise, an equality property fitted out very comfortably with quality furniture and fittings. Would be happy to recommend.

- Keith, February 2023
Kevin September 2022

“We have stayed six years running at this accommodation, so I think that you can say that we love it.”

The penthouse provides everything for times when there are just the two of us, or when we have the wider family with us. Great location and views, well appointed and spacious. Great parking for the larger vehicle.

- Kevin, September 2022

Thank you for your fantastic feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you love the property and your stay! Thank you so much again for your comments and we hope to see you next year to make is 7 years running! Kinds Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Jason August 2022

“The property was in good clean order, and benefits from one of the best parking spaces available.”

The kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans and utensils, there was the right amount of crockery and cutlery, and apart from a few lights being out, it was hard to fault anything. The property is very close to the train station, and a reasonable walking distance to town, and the views from the top floor were fantastic. Only minor niggle was the sky box (situated downstairs and feeding the upstairs television) resulted in a poor viewing experience, but not really a problem because we spent most of our time out of the apartment anyway.

- Jason, August 2022

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback and comments following your stay at The Penthouse. We are very pleased you have found the property clean and well equipped. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Kind Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Property Owner
Bill June 2022

“Disappointed that the balcony and furniture was covered in seagull droppings.”

This is to be expected at the seaside but could have been cleaned up prior to our arrival. I spent 20 minutes washing and brushing the balcony so it could be used. Everything in the flat was good quality and looked to be relatively new however the beds were very uncomfortable. My biggest criticism is that in the listing there is no mention how steep and long the walk back from St Ives is. As a pensioner with arthritic knees I would not have taken this apartment. This alone had a huge negative bearing on our enjoyment of the week.

- Bill, June 2022

Dear Mr Harvey, thank you for your valued Feedback following your recent stay at The Penthouse and we are sorry to hear you were not happy with all aspects of your stay, we have passed these on to the relevant persons for their attention. Thank you again for your comments. Kind regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Louise April 2022

“The location was good.”

The penthouse itself was ok. A couple of thing could be improved e.g. plug in main bath did not fit and we had to use a tea towel to plug the bath (we have a toddler that bathes rather than showers), the sky package was bit misleading and we couldn't access lots of programmes. Shame we couldn't access our own Netflix account. We also had to replace the batteries in some of the remote controls ourselves. It felt a bit mean that we had to provide our own tea towels (although I already knew that from the description) and my pet-hate is when insufficient dishwasher tabs and washing up liquid are provided for the week. 2 dishwasher tabs are not enough for the week and I don't wish to buy a pack of 30! No problems with the lift for us and the parking was fine for our big car.

- Louise, April 2022

Dear Mrs Doyle, Thank you very much for your feedback as it is very important to us! We are sorry to hear that some things were not quite as you expected them to be. We can assure that we will have a close look into the points you have raised and make amendments if necessary so problems can be rectified going forward. Kind regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Gillian March 2022

“Second visit to The Penthouse.”

Lovely views to the coast from most windows. The apartment is clean and comfortable with a well equipped kitchen, good beds and pillows and a big light lounge. Some bulbs in the en suite need replacing. Very convenient for the bus and train station and a short walk to Porthminster beach and town. The allocated parking is big enough for a large car.The Harbour hotel just opposite is very convenient for a decent meal on a rainy evening. We really enjoyed the week and look forward to returning.

- Gillian, March 2022

Thank you for taking the time to submit your feedback. We are so pleased you enjoyed your holiday. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon. Kindest Regards The Carbis Bay Holidays team. Property Owner
Gregor February 2022

“Kitchen could do with more crockery and bowls- and there was limited storage for groceries- but otherwise excellent in every way!”

- Gregor, February 2022

Thank you so much for your positive feedback. Your comments have been passed on to the relevant team to action. We are so pleased to hear that you had a wonderful stay! We hope to welcome you back in the near future. Kind Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Nathan February 2022

“We loved this property from the moment we arrived.”

After a difficult couple of years shielding during the pandemic it felt like the perfect place to escape and unwind. The views, facilities and location are excellent. We won't hesitate to come back. Thank-you for the opportunity to sample a little taste of Cornish heaven!

- Nathan, February 2022
Gillian October 2021

“The apartment was very convenient for walking to the town, beaches and station.”

It was spacious, clean and comfortable with a well stocked kitchen, and lovely sea views from several rooms. The balcony furniture should be upgraded, the chairs are very uncomfortable.The parking space is ample but please trim the bushes.These are very minor points, overall we really enjoyed our stay.

- Gillian, October 2021

Thank you ever so much for your feedback, we will forward the comments regarding the balcony furniture across to the owner in case they wish to replace these. Kind regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Vanda September 2021

“We have been to st ives many times previously stayed at carbis bay compass point, the penthouse was lovely but just a couple of issues, the bathroom light in the top bedroom needs replacing, the sink does not drain away I think it may be blocked, The lift is not working and has not been for a while according to the visitors book which was difficult for me as I am 6 weeks knee replacement.”

- Vanda, September 2021

Dear Vanda, Thank you for taking the time to submit your feedback for your recent stay at The Penthouse. The points you have raised have been passed to our property management team and the housekeeper and they will look at the points, we really appreciate your time to let us know. We sincerely hope to invite you back in the future. Kind Regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Jon August 2021

“Constructive feedback (major): 1.”

The fridge & some of the crockery was not clean and we complained at the time. It seems odd that you allow 8 hours between guests for changeover but then fail to clean the kitchen area properly. Very disappointing. 2. Lack of a working lift, which luckily was not a problem this time however if we have brought my mum-in-law on this holiday that would have been a major problem as the stairs present an issue for disability access. The fact that the lift broke down in May and we were not advised was also disappointing as I would have thought that this sort of issue would need to be highlighted to customers. Note the property is on a the 2nd (top) level. 3. The sink in the bathroom adjacent the washing machine cupboard does not drain properly due to sticky plug and needs attention. 4. The TV in the main large bedroom (top floor) got a weak signal message & would not work so we ended up borrowing the TV from the other bedroom so that my parents had a working TV. Minor feedback; Sofa was a bit low/sunken so was not very comfortable. Disappointing that Kingsize beds not used a there is sufficient space to do so in both larger bedrooms. The time between handovers seems excessive - we are going to another booking later in August and we are allowed to leave at 1000 hrs and gain entry by 1500 hrs so not sure why CBH need an extra 3 hours!!!

- Jon, August 2021

Dear Jon, Thank you very much for your constructive feedback. I have highlighted the cleaning issues to the housekeeper to ensure these are addressed in the future and also highlighted the sink not draining, the weak TV signal to Property Management to attend to. We will feedback the issues with the sofa being a bit sunken to the owners for their information. The time between check out and check in is being revised to check in at 4pm and check out at 9am moving forward. Unfortunately, the housekeeping and maintenance team require the extra hours between guests in case any issues are encountered during a previous guests’ stay which need a couple of hours of repair time before the cleaning team can attend and then new guests can check in after the cleaning has been finished. We will speak to the management company of the building to ensure they are on top of keeping the lift fully functioning for all visitors. Kind regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Property Owner
Natalie June 2021

“We found the penthouse perfect for our stay, a great position and everything we needed in the apartment.”

We would revisit to enjoy this beautiful place.

- Natalie, June 2021
Peter June 2021

“The 5pm check in and 9am check out should return to more client friendly times at the earliest opportunity.”

- Peter, June 2021
Review Mar 2020

“"This is the second time we have stayed in this apartment.”

It is comfortable with everything we needed. The view is lovely from the kitchen window over to the island. We would definitely stay here again."
Christine Kerr

- Review, Mar 2020
Review Aug 2019

“"We were staying for 7 nights at the apartment with 6 adults (couple and 4 adult children).”

Very spacious and clean. Nice open kitchen with all you need for cooking, dining-place and annex terrace. All bedrooms have their own (small) bathroom, toilet, television, ... The bedroom at the top floor is very spacious, has nice views, but there is not enough light in the associated bathroom for woman's makeup (that's the only small point of criticism we had). Nice and very spacious living room at top floor (television, wii, ...). The Wi-Fi works fine in the apartment. Shops and bakeries at 15' walking distance. Very nice beach, safe for children and with beach lifeguards (also 15' walking distance). Keep in mind that there are steep solves when you explore the area by foot (it is not recommended to use your car to drive in St-Ives downtown area). Keep in mind to make reservations in time if you want to go dining at restaurants or (famous) pubs in the Cornish region and even in St-Ives centre. We were lucky with the weather conditions and had a very good time."
Henk

- Review, Aug 2019
Testimonial Oct 2018

“Lovely first holiday to St Ives in a very comfortable and cosy apartment.”

Great views and lucky with the weather. Hope to visit again soon.

- Testimonial, Oct 2018
Testimonial Aug 2018

“It was a great stay here, loved it.”

Lovely views of St Ives it was so lovely of you to give use some scones. Thank you

- Testimonial, Aug 2018
Testimonial Jun 2018

“Great apartment, beautifully presented and well equipped with everything you need.”

Lovely touch to find a cream tea on arrival.

- Testimonial, Jun 2018
Testimonial Feb 2018

“Fabulous week as always don’t want to leave.”

We have booked with CBH for a few breaks now and will continue to do so. The champagne in the fridge for valentines was a lovely treat and the kids loved the chocolates. Thank you for another fabulous week!

- Testimonial, Feb 2018
Testimonial Jul 2015

“"We had a fantastic time and loved The Penthouse - it more than met our expectations and the quality of the fittings and the views were fantastic.”

" K Boettcher

- Testimonial, Jul 2015
Testimonial Jul 2015

“"We did have a great break in St Ives and despite the weather managed to really enjoy our week at the Penthouse.”

" N. Thomas

- Testimonial, Jul 2015
Testimonial Jun 2015

“"Great apartment and location, have no hesitation in recommending it and would happily stay there again.”

" M. Wilkinson

- Testimonial, Jun 2015
Testimonial Jun 2015

“"I genuinely cannot recommend The Penthouse highly enough, it was without a doubt the best we've stayed in.”

We've been holidaying in St Ives every year since 2005 and Gallinas Point was a definite highlight. Your colleagues were very helpful with the booking and administrative arrangements. We extended our stay by an extra night and this was sorted with the minimum of fuss." G. Cooper

- Testimonial, Jun 2015

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Summary

Penthouse, duplex apartment, over two floors, Three bedrooms: 1 x king with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x ground-floor twin, with en-suite shower, basin and WC
1 x Family bathroom with bath and shower-over, wash basin, heated towel rail, and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen/diner, top floor sitting area, enclosed south facing balcony with sea views
Gas central heating
Oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, washer/dryer dishwasher
Plasma TV with Sky including Sports & Movies to lounge, TV with HD Freeview to Bedroom one, TVs to Bedroom two and three, DVD player with selection of DVDs to lounge, ipod docking station, Nintendo Wii with games to lounge
WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair provided; we request that guests provide their own cot bedding
Off-road barrier parking for one car, enclosed south facing balcony with sea views, outside furniture including table and chairs
Sorry no pets, no smoking
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.2 miles

The property

The Penthouse on Porthminster is a stunning duplex apartment which has been designed to maximise the sea views from all of the principle rooms.

Start each memorable day of your holiday by taking in the panoramic vistas of the Cornish Coastline or looking across to the harbour in St Ives.

Families and friends are bound to enjoy the relaxing ambiance of this luxury apartment ideally positioned to enjoy all that St Ives has to offer, its restaurants, galleries, shops and beaches. Highlights - The Penthouse on Porthminster is located in Gallinas Point apartments in St. Ives, on the top floor. - Children Welcome.

- Regret no pets.

No smoking. - Sea views from open plan lounge, dining and kitchen area. Entertainment - Complimentary wireless internet provided. - 42" Plasma TV with Sky including Sports & Movies in the living area. - DVD player with selection of DVDs to lounge. - 32" LCD TV with HD Freeview to Bedroom one, 22" LCD TV to Bedroom two and Bedroom three. - Nintendo Wii with games to lounge. - Ipod docking station. - Selection of board games, library of books, O.S.

Maps and information on the local area. Access - Stairs or Lift access is available. - Video entry phone. - Detailed access statement available on request. Parking - There is with one allocated parking space behind a secure barrier at Gallinas Point. Living Area Lounge The lovely lounge on the first floor of this duplex apartment offers mood lighting and two sofas.

For your entertainment there is a 42""Plasma TV with Sky including full Sports and Movie package, DVD player with a selection of DVD's and complimentary Wi-Fi.

A Ninetendo Wii with some games is provided for further amusement.

The floor to ceiling windows are a special feature of this property with views across to Tregenna and across Porthminster Beach to Godrevy Lighthouse.

Velux windows also provide natural light to this spacious room. Dining Room The dining room which leads off the designer kitchen, is on the lower floor and has an oak table with seating for six guests, as well as an oak sideboard.

Patio doors open from here to a full width south facing balcony to enjoy al fresco dining, the balcony has lovely sea views.

The renowned Porthminster Cafe is just a short walk away on the beach, as is a wide choice of quality restaurants in the nearby town. Kitchen Kitchen A stunning SieMatic kitchen benefits from integral microwave, electric hob, oven and dishwasher.

With cream soft close units, stunning corian work surfaces, a Neff oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, this is bound to suit the aspiring chef.

There is a breakfast bar with two stools and the kitchen then adjoins the dining area with access to the balcony.

If chef has time to look, there are wonderful views across St Ives Bay from the kitchen. There is also a separate utility room off the hallway with a washer/dryer, ironing board and iron. Sleeping Bedroom One with En-suite The master bedroom is truly magnificent with a feature floor to ceiling window with views over St Ives town.

Located upstairs in this luxury duplex apartment, with a luxurious king size bed dressed with scatter cushions and a throw, bedside tables and reading lights.

With plenty of space, there are two tub chairs to relax and perhaps watch the 32" LCD HD Freeview television.

There is a wardrobe and further chest of drawers for additional storage. Bedroom one has an en-suite bathroom with washbasin, WC, romantic walk in double shower enclosure and a heated towel rail. Bedroom Two Positioned downstairs, bedroom two also has a double bed and is beautifully presented with bedside tables and reading lamps, fitted wardrobes and a 22" LCD Freeview television for those lazy mornings.

Coastal sea views from the windows over St Ives Bay to Godrevy Lighthouse can also be enjoyed. Bedroom two is conveniently located across the corridor from bathroom two. Bedroom Three Located downstairs, this bedroom has twin beds, bedside cabinets and reading lamps, a further chest of drawers and a built in wardrobe.

For entertainment there is a 22" LCD Freeview television.

The delight of this room is that it has patio doors leading to the balcony and sea views across Porthminster along the Cornish coastline. Bedroom three has an en-suite bathroom comprising handbasin, WC, shower enclosure and also a heated towel rail. A selection of sumptious towels are provided per person and all beds are prepared with high quality bed linen and dressed with scatter cushions. Bathrooms The Penthouse has three bathrooms, two en-suite to bedrooms one and three and one family bathroom, ideal for families or friends looking for private luxury. Bathroom One The en-suite to bedroom one has beautiful Travertine-style tiling throughout, there is double width walk in shower enclosure, WC, wash basin and heated towel rail. Bathroom Two The family bathroom has the same superb contemporary style and also has a WC, wash basin, bath with overhead shower, as well as a heated towel rail. Bathroom Three The en-suite to bedroom three has a WC, wash basin, shower enclosure and a heated towel rail.

A selection of fluffy towels are provided per person. Outside Balcony The south facing full-width 20' decked balcony has chrome balustrades and is a lovely sun-trap benefitting from stunning views across St Ives Bay.

In the evening enjoy the soft glow of the blue tinted uplighters, just the place to enjoy a cocktail before wandering into St Ives Town just 5 minutes away.

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Ground Floor

Gallinas Point

Gallinas Point Apartments are perched above St Ives town with lovely views across Porthminster Beach and beyond to Godrevy Lighthouse and offer luxury self catering with secure parking.

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!

There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £100 for this property.
Stairs or Lift access is available. Lift access should not be solely relied upon as if not operational due to maintenance / fault you will need to use the stairs.

SKY TV: The owner is pleased to be able to provide this property with Sky TV, please check the description for the Sky package provided. Please note that the PIN to the Sky box cannot be provided. Therefore there may be viewing restrictions applied during the day as per Ofcom regulations e.g. Watershed limitations. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Minor maintenance issues need to be addressed - blinds in the velux windows need fixing, kitchen sink drain is smelly.”

“Such a lovely clean, spacious apartment with incredible views and the parking space is a huge bonus too!”

“Enjoyed our week, lovely apartment but must agree with past comments about maintenance ie 1, Could not access Sky TV and remote not working.”

“We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely penthouse.”

“A stunning apartment with beautiful views.”

“On arrival we found the apartment not very clean & certainly not up up to the usual standard of a Sykes accommodation.”

“We found the apartment to be well-equipped and clean.”

“I think its a great property,in a great location if it wasn't for maintenance ...”

“The washing machine did not work, could not be fixed during our stay and no alternative or discount was offered (we were told there was a launderette in town!”

“This is quite lengthy but issues require resolving.”

“A fee minor niggles: The sky TV hand control did not work in the lounge; The sink tap in the kitchen needs attention.”

“We have stayed six years running at this accommodation, so I think that you can say that we love it.”

“The property was in good clean order, and benefits from one of the best parking spaces available.”

“Disappointed that the balcony and furniture was covered in seagull droppings.”

“The location was good.”

“Second visit to The Penthouse.”

“Kitchen could do with more crockery and bowls- and there was limited storage for groceries- but otherwise excellent in every way!”

“We loved this property from the moment we arrived.”

“The apartment was very convenient for walking to the town, beaches and station.”

“Constructive feedback (major): 1.”

“We found the penthouse perfect for our stay, a great position and everything we needed in the apartment.”

“The 5pm check in and 9am check out should return to more client friendly times at the earliest opportunity.”

“"This is the second time we have stayed in this apartment.”

“"We were staying for 7 nights at the apartment with 6 adults (couple and 4 adult children).”

“Lovely first holiday to St Ives in a very comfortable and cosy apartment.”

“It was a great stay here, loved it.”

“Great apartment, beautifully presented and well equipped with everything you need.”

“Fabulous week as always don’t want to leave.”

“"We had a fantastic time and loved The Penthouse - it more than met our expectations and the quality of the fittings and the views were fantastic.”

“"We did have a great break in St Ives and despite the weather managed to really enjoy our week at the Penthouse.”

“"Great apartment and location, have no hesitation in recommending it and would happily stay there again.”