“We had a very pleasant stay in St Ives.”
Tresco bungalow is furnished brilliantly, with very modern fittings and utilities that made our stay very comfortable and enjoyable.
The location is perfect for short walks into town and directly to the beautiful beach below. We were very unfortunate with weather, so could only use the hot tub once, but it was set up nicely to be able to look out at the lovely view whilst relaxing.
St Ives has some wonderful old architecture, beautiful walks in the town and challenging hills to explore, as well as some lovely pubs, an incredible old church and great restaurants. The Harbour Fish and Chips were some of the best fish and chips I’ve ever had!
We took the train to Penzance as well, which was an experience, but the town isn’t any where near as lovely as St Ives, so we were glad to be staying there.
Some things to note… getting to the property was a slight challenge, you need to be prepared to drive down an incredibly steep hill which looks like a footpath. Myself and my wife both decided sat nav must be wrong and diverted to a different route through town, which turned out to be a wrong move and got us a little lost down the tiny roads we shouldn’t have been on. When investigating the steep hill path by foot we realised this was in fact the way, and managed to get the car down the hill. It wasn’t a problem in the end, but some advanced warning that you’ll need a car that can handle the climb back up the hill too and some reasonably good driving skills to navigate this.
Another thing of note and only minor grievance would be that the pool man came before 8am on the morning we were leaving, which we felt was a little intrusive as we had until 10am to leave.
In the second bedroom, the two single beds pushed together could do with a mattress topper to make sure you can’t feel the divide.
Otherwise the bungalow was excellent, well equipped, clean, modern and great location for the duration of our holiday.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback after your stay. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time at Tresco Bungalow and recognised the high quality standard of the property. We are sorry to hear you had initial difficulty locating the property, but are pleased to hear you located this after a short duration. We are available in the office from 9am to 5:30pm Monday to Saturday, and are on hand to answer any questions or queries you may have. We have passed your words in regard to the mattress onto the owner for their consideration. Once again, thank you for taking the time to leave feedback after your stay, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the near future. Kindest regards, The Team at Carbis Bay Holidays.
Property Owner
Summary
- Overlooking Porthminster Beach, St Ives (with its Blue Flag award) with substantive views across St Ives Harbour, Tresco Bungalow is a lovely two bedroom bungalow that has recently been substantially refurbished and modernised
- The property is only a “few yards walk” to the beach
- For convenience the property is located only 200 yards from St Ives Railway station
- Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC with French doors opening onto the decking/patio and hot tub area, 1 x king-size (zip/link can be twin on request) with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC
- Cloakroom with basin and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area overlooking the beach with French doors opening onto the patio/decking area.Integrated Bluetooth Wi-Fi sound system
- Utility room including washing/dryer machine
- Electric central heating
- Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, wine cooler, kettle, toaster
- 3 x Smart TV, high-speed WiFi throughout the property and patio/decking
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair and travel cot available - guests must provide their own cot bedding
- Three allocated off-road parking spaces with EV charging (additional payment required via the Pod Point app which you must download prior to your arrival)
- Enclosed patio/decking with cover, hot tub, and outdoor furniture, plus wi-fi outdoor speakers
- Bespoke wetsuit rack at rear of property
- One well-behaved pet welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shops 0.4 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach approx 100 yards
- Note: CCTV outside property
- Note: Steps to property
- Note: Check-in 4pm, check-out 10am
- Note: Please be mindful the Hot Tub will have be cleaned and refilled for your arrival and may not be at optimum temperature on arrival please make sure all sand etc is removed from feet before entering the Hot Tub
- The roads and lanes which are used to access Tresco Bungalow can be quirky and a little narrow at times, we would recommend that you familiarise yourself with the access to Tresco Bungalow by viewing the attached video link published by a local hotel (Primrose House) very close to Tresco Bungalow - https://www.youtube.com/watch?
The property
Overlooking the beautiful soft sands of the Blue Flag designated Porthminster Beach, including its extensive amenities, with spectacular views across St Ives harbour, Tresco Bungalow is a delightful two-bedroom bungalow settled into the seaside town of St Ives, Cornwall.
In recent months the property has been completely refurbished and modernised to a very high specification.
With multiple close-by attractions, including for convenience being located only 200 yards from St Ives railway station, this property is ideal for two couples or families wishing to explore the coast of Cornwall from a picturesque bustling town steeped in local history.
Park up beside the property and ascend the steps to a light and airy open-plan living space with a wonderful newly-fitted kitchen incorporating ample amenities to cater to your culinary needs.
The open plan kitchen, diner and lounge provides amazing views across Porthminster Beach and St Ives Harbour and incorporates an integrated Bluetooth wifi sound system
This spacious area allows guests to cook together, before enjoying a hearty meal at the dining table, afterwards settling into the stylish sitting area to embark on a movie marathon.
When the evening draws in, head into one of the two well-newly furbished presented bedrooms, choosing between a super-king-size and king-size, (the latter is both zip/link and can be a twin on request) both bedrooms offer Smart TVs and sleek new modern en-suites facilities.
Head outside when the sun is shining, rising or setting and make the most of the raised decking space, turning on the outside Bluetooth wifi sound speakers and relaxing to your favourite tunes, as you take an indulgent dip in the new hot tub, dine alfresco, and make the most of the lovely views over Porthminster Beach.
The beautiful, coastal village of St Ives has a great variety of over 40 terrific restaurants, bars, and convenience stores.
The town offers quaint streets filled with independent stores, many local art galleries, The Tate Gallery, a local museum, all to be explored at your leisure together, The town also offers an impressive leisure centre overlooking the harbour and wider coast incorporating a swimming pool and extensive gym.
Nearby are 7 highly rated golf courses.
St Ives boasts three stunning beaches, Porthminster, Porthmeor and Porthgwidden, as well as wonderful hikes along the coast that pass over Mans Head, ideal for seaside views and birdwatching.
A short distance from the home is the charming town of Hayle, which features a large beach, an RSPB Hayle Estuary, a golf course, and museums.
Visits to Paradise Park and JungleBarn Cornwall are sure to delight families and animal enthusiasts, and the Penwith Heritage Coast offers several other coastal hikes for avid walkers.
Make a memorable escape to Cornwall with a stay at Tresco Bungalow.
Please note that the hot tub is fully drained, cleaned, and refilled on every changeover prior to your arrival. As a result, it may take some time to reach its optimal temperature and not be ready for immediate use on your arrival day.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
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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!
The roads, and in particular access roads/lanes to Tresco Bungalow are quirky and a little narrow at times. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with the access to Tresco Bungalow by viewing the attached video link published by a local hotel (Primrose House) very close to Tresco Bungalow - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibBENFOPmsM . At the end of the video the vehicle goes under a railway bridge and turns left for Primrose House whereas at this point you will turn right for Tresco Bungalow. Rest assured the directions for Tresco Bungalow at this point are well sign-posted.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas
