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Book The Lookout for your Indian Summer-luxury break with sea views and parking

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A patio with wicker furniture, a large terracotta pot, and a view of the sea.
A coastal town with a mix of residential buildings, some with visible balconies and others with flat roofs, overlooking the sea.
A kitchen with teal cabinets, a marble countertop, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A kitchen with a marble countertop, a stainless steel sink, and a wicker basket containing a vase of flowers and postcards.
A dining table set with plates, glasses, a bottle of wine, bread, tomatoes, and cheese.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to St Ives Harbour
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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St Ives, ENG
  • Place, Porthminster Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, St Ives Harbour
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Porthmeor Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

First Floor Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Ground Floor Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Book The Lookout for your Indian Summer-luxury break with sea views and parking

A warm welcome awaits you at The Lookout. Your St Ives home from home! As you walk through the front door, the first thing you see is that panoramic view. Spotlessly clean, the light and ambience of the house engulfs you. You've made it, your holiday has started, it is time to make yourselves at home, relax and enjoy.
The House:
A stylish and beautifully presented town-house, superbly positioned with fantastic views of the sea across St Ives Bay to Godrevy Lighthouse and the North cliffs beyond.
Location:
Fantastic location with beaches, shops, restaurants and galleries all within a 5-15 minute walk. Porthminster Beach being 5 minutes downhill, while Porthmeor Beach, on the other side of St Ives, is more like 15 minutes if you go straight there and are not side tracked by all the lovely views, shops and restaurants!
The House Inside:
Remodelled in 2022 for your comfort and enjoyment, with a light, airy feel. The Lookout is spacious, cosy, comfortable and well equipped.
The House Outside:
There is parking for 2 cars which is a huge bonus in St Ives, while at the front of the house there is a good sized garden with beautiful views for relaxing and al fresco dining.
Home from Home:
The Lookout is not just a holiday let but a home that we want to share. We hope that you enjoy it as much as we do.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please also empty the dishwasher when it's completed its cycle
If you have been able to use the outdoor sofa, please return the cushions to the large garden cupboard where they are stored.
We love it when guests leave comments in the guest book. If time allows, tell us about your holiday.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
On departure, please leave the house tidy, strip beds, empty the bins and lock internal doors returning the house key to the key safe.
Do not feed or encourage the seagulls, beautiful though they are, they leave a smelly mess and can be aggressive and cause injury.
Please let us know of any breakages. Broken glass must be wrapped and bagged and left outside beside the wheelie bins as they are emptied manually.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10311130
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

St Ives

Located in St Ives, this holiday home is next to a golf course and by the sea. Wharfside Shopping Centre and Trevaskis Farm are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cornwall National Landscape and Marazion Marsh. Consider Acorn Theatre for a night out or Saint Ives Leisure Centre if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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Map
St Ives, ENG

What's nearby

  • Porthminster Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St Ives Harbour - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Porthmeor Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tate St. Ives - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Carbis Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • St Ives Station - 8 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mine Brewing Taproom - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Sloop Inn - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Rum & Crab Shack - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bre Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Captain's Table - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Book The Lookout for your Indian Summer-luxury break with sea views and parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Book The Lookout for your Indian Summer-luxury break with sea views and parking?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Book The Lookout for your Indian Summer-luxury break with sea views and parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Book The Lookout for your Indian Summer-luxury break with sea views and parking?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Book The Lookout for your Indian Summer-luxury break with sea views and parking located?

This family-friendly St Ives holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Porthminster Beach, Saint Ives Leisure Centre and St. Ives Theatre. Barbara Hepworth Museum and St Ives Harbour are also within 10 minutes. St Ives Station is 8 minutes by foot and Carbis Bay Station is 27 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent holiday property in close proximity to a lovely beach. The house has excellent facilities and has everything you need for a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2026
Many thanks for your kind review. We’re so glad you had a great time and hope we will get the chance to welcome you back to The Lookout!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host and lovely location
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2026
Many thanks for your review, I’m so glad you had a lovely time and enjoyed such amazing weather. I hope we will be able to welcome you back to The Lookout in the future
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was everything we hoped for and more. The views were outstanding and communication with Rosie made the trip a joy. The house was immaculate, and the kitchen was well stocked with everything you need. Hope we have an opportunity to visit again. Would only book at the Lookout! Cheers!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very comfortable, well equipped holiday home. Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Thank you very much for your 5 star review and hugely positive recommendation. We're very glad you had a great time and hope we can welcome you back to The Lookout in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property with spectacular views. Very well equipped property with lots of little extras.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2026
Thank you very much for your review, we are so glad you had such a great holiday at The Lookout and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had a wonderful stay in the Lookout. It was immaculately clean, the beds were all so comfortable, we loved the location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review. I hope we’ll be able to welcome you back to The Lookout in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the Lookout. It is in a great location. Easy to drive to with good parking. It was a very comfortable place to stay and the views were fantastic. The house was very well equipped.It was also very easy to walk to the center of St.Ives and Portminster Beach. We had a lovely breakfast at the Cornish Deli and dinners at the Portminster Beach Cafe and Ardor. Lunch at the Tinners Arms before hiking back to St.Ives is well worth it.I would certainly recommend it to my friends to stay there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at “The Lookout”was truly memorable. The house was immaculate and had every possible convenience - a true “home away from home”. Our host Rosie was so friendly and an excellent communicator. She even checked in the next morning to see we were settled in and if we needed any assistance. The setting was amazing with spectacular views over St Ives and the bay out to the Godvrey lighthouse. The house was beautifully styled too, decorated to reflect the beautiful Cornish seaside location. The availability of a bedroom with a walk in shower on the same level as the kitchen diner and the balcony was ideal for our circumstances, as one of our group has mobility difficulties. One great tip from Rosie was to use the local A1 taxi service to access various restaurants, galleries and the lower town and pier, as the streets were really challenging for driving - “best left to the locals!”BTW - a visit to the Barbara Hepworth Sculpture Gallery is a must, as is a seafood dining experience at the Porthminster Beach Cafe. We felt privileged to stay in this beautiful Cornish coastal home. We would have loved a longer stay to read some of the wonderful books - such a rich, interesting and cultured collection. We highly recommend a stay at The Lookout for groups of 4 - 6 travellers.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a full, detailed and hugely complimentary review. We are so happy that you had a great time and felt The Lookout really is a home and one where you relaxed and took away wonderful memories. Thank you and please come back when you can. Very best wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely home away from home with everything you might need.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning place..
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a fantastic place, can’t recommend enough. Great location, about 10 minute stroll into the town. The ground floor bedroom was very handy for my elderly grandparents and the views are incredible. Thank you Rosie and Simon for a wonderful stay and for being such great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review. I’m so glad you had a lovely holiday and the house worked so well for you, especially your parents. I hope we will be able to welcome you back to The Lookout in the future
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

St Ives stay

A beautifully presented property with stunning views.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and well equipped property with an amazing view

Great location with parking. A beautiful property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2024
Many thanks and I hope we will be able to welcome you back to The Lookout in the future. So glad you had a great time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay in St Ives

Excellent, well maintained property with amazing views and only a short walk from St Ives and its' lovely beaches. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2021
Dear Roy Thank you for your review, so glad you enjoyed your stay at The Lookout and hope we will have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. Rosie and Simon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lookout is a beautiful property, set over three floors, it has stunning views of the sea, the golden sands of Carbis Bay and far beyond from every floor.The house is beautifully appointed, with a comfortable bed in the top floor bedroom, just the place to watch the sun rise.With a large new kitchen on the ground floor, a lovely living room in which to relax on the first floor, and a garden overlooking the sea, it is just about perfect.All this, and just a short walk to the harbour and St Ives town centre.The property owner, Rosie, is a pleasure to deal with, and could not have been be more helpful.We would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review. It was great to have the chance to speak to you in person and we are so glad you enjoyed your holiday. I hope we will be able to welcome you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Return Visit

So good we’ve been twice and the children love it so much they cry when we tell them it’s time to go home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2023
We are so looking forward to welcoming you back next year and thrilled that you had such a happy holiday. Very best wishes Rosie & Simon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like Home

Brilliant location and a really clean and look after property. We went with in-laws, children and everyone else and within a day we were calling it home, can not recommend enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2022
Thank you very much for your kind review. I’m so glad you felt so at home and hope we will be able to welcome you back to The Lookout again. Kind regards Rosie and Simon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay!

This place was great! It was clean and spacious with a great view. The walk to town was only 10 minutes and 5 to the beach. It was the perfect place not only to explore St. Ives, but all of Cornwall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2023
Thank you so much for your review, great that you enjoyed the house and its location as well as its nearness to town and beach! I hope we’ll be able to welcome you back to The Lookout in the future. Best wishes Rosie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

This property had everything you will need to make your stay easy and enjoyable. Fantastic sea views and beautiful well thought out rooms and furnishings and all the little extras and complimentary additions make your stay very special.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2022
Thank you so much for your kind review, it’s hugely appreciated. We hope we will be able to welcome you back to The Lookout and are offering a 10% discount for returning guests. Best wishes Rosie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in St Ives

Fab property, fab location. Recommend it
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect place to explore St. Ives and its sourroundings

We really enjoyed our stay. Clean, comfortable and a great view. Thanks again Rosie.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic views

The property is perfect for 2 families. Plenty of space, very well equipped and fantastic views
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2020
Many thanks, we're really pleased that you enjoyed the house and hope we can welcome you back to The Lookout in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

My daughter and I had a wonderful stay at Lookout Point. The views from the property are beautiful and inside everything is just perfect. Everything you could ask for is provided and communication with the owner was so helpful and prompt. Lookout Point is beautifully decorated and it rates top marks for cleanliness.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review. We’re so pleased you had such a great time and enjoyed some sunshine too. I will pass on your comment about how clean the house is, to the housekeepers, they will be very pleased. I hope we will be able to welcome you back to The Lookout in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect st ives

Delightful, spotless, great kitchen, deck- lovely bedrooms
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
Thank you for your review and for the 5 stars! I hope we will be able to welcome you back to The Lookout in the future. Best wishes Rosie and Simon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful experience

What a wonderful experience; the house is beautiful and has been so thoughtfully equipped with absolutely everything guests might need. Rosie is an amazing host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review. I’m so glad you enjoyed The Lookout and hope we will be able to welcome you back in the future. Best wishes Rosie

About the host

Hosted by Rosie and Simon

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We live in The Cotwolds and have 3 grown up children. I grew up in Camborne so Cornwall has always been a big part of our lives and with the family connection we are frequent visitors. The joy of running The Lookout is that we can share our love of Cornwall and St Ives which has always been a special favourite.
The picture is taken on the walk from St Ives to Zennor.

Why they chose this property


We love St Ives because of it's timeless, picturesque quality : spending sun soaked days on the beach, browsing the art galleries, superb pubs and restaurants and fantastic Coastal walks. It is the quintessential English family holiday destination with all its variables in scenery, beaches, coastline and of course, weather!

St Ives is a destination for all the family young and old. It is a romantic place with an extraordinary light which draws artists and artisans from all over the world, You can find peace and a place to party, no-one is left with nothing to do.

From St Ives, you could take a day trip to the Scilly Isles, or the Eden Project or any number of National Trust Houses and Gardens, not least St Michael's Mount or Trencrom, a Neolithic Tor Enclosure from which you can see Godrevy Lighthouse on the North Coast and St Michael's Mount on the South.

It is a destination you get hooked on and will want to return to time and time again. The tide is ever changing, but the beauty of this place is constant and timeless.

Another huge plus is you can either walk to Porthminster Beach or to the centre of town easily within 10 minutes, yet it is tucked up and away from all the bustle of a vibrant and popular seaside destination.

What makes this property unique

In 2022, we completed a huge remodelling project with a newly fitted kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and sitting room, all done to the highest standard. The house is furnished and decorated not to be like a standard holiday let, but a home we want to share, with home comforts and ascetic touches for your enjoyment.

We love this house because of it's airy yet comfy feel. As soon as you walk in you are drawn through the Hall to the stunning views from the Kitchen. You can further enjoy the views from the sitting room on the first floor and the master bedroom at the top of the house.

There are wooden floors throughout the ground floor which add to the light open feel as soon as you enter the House.

There is plenty of room outside for alfresco dining, barbecues or simply relaxing on the sun terrace.

One of the main benefits of this house it is light and spacious with panoramic views. The fact that it is also within walking distance of beaches, shops and restaurants and has parking is a huge advantage. You can spend the whole week in St Ives, or go out on a day trip without worrying about where to park on your return.

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