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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 675 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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St Ives, ENG
  • Porthmeor Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • St Ives Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Porthminster Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Island Retreat, St Ives

Island Retreat is a 3-bedroom cottage that is moments from Porthgwidden beach, St Ives. It sleeps 6 in a king size bedroom, a double bedroom with an ensuite shower room and a twin bedroom. The ensuite to the double bedroom has a shower, wash basin and WC as well as additional storage for luggage in a large cupboard. The family bathroom has a bath and shower over, wash basin and WC. There is also a downstairs WC and wash basin in the utility room.

The kitchen is well-equipped to self-cater for a family of 6. The living room is cosy and comfortable with an electric wood burner effect fire. There is a large dining table to easily seat a family of 6.

Porthgwidden beach is less than a minutes’ walk away and the town centre with all of its restaurants, bars and cafes and the harbour is also so close to walk to on foot within a minute.

There is free WiFi throughout the apartment.

Guests staying at Island Retreat have the use of an allocated parking space at St Ives Rugby Club which is approximately a 20-minute walk from the property. There is a regular shuttle bus that drops passengers at The Tate St Ives which is a 5-minute walk from Island Retreat. During quieter times in St Ives, the Island Road long stay council car park is 50 metres from the property.

1 x small to medium sized (up to 18kgs) well-behaved dog is accepted. The pet fee is £8 per night. (terms and conditions apply).

All bed linen, bath towels and utilities are included in the rate.

Please refer to the Rental Agreement during the booking process for our detailed cancellation policy. We do offer a refund structure but on VRBO we have needed to select 'no refund'. We offer flexible cancellation conditions in the case of Covid government travel restrictions. Please email us at Orange Roofs if you have any specific questions, we will be so happy to help you.

Pets - allowed

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

St Ives

St Ives is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Carbis Bay Beach and St. Michael's Mount can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour. St Ives Museum and Paradise Park and JungleBarn are also worth visiting.
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St Ives, ENG

What's nearby

  • Porthmeor Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Ives Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tate St. Ives - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Porthminster Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Carbis Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • St Ives Station - 12 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sloop Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Porthmeor Beach Café Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Rum & Crab Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lifeboat Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Captain's Table - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Retreat, St Ives pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Retreat, St Ives?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Retreat, St Ives?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Retreat, St Ives located?

Situated in St Ives, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of The Island - Pendinas and St Ives Harbour. Porthgwidden Beach and Chapel of St Nicholas are just steps away. St Ives Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy E.

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

Fantastic property everything was top notch and must a really luxurious welcome pack, ideally situa

We enjoyed our stay so much, I ve already booked for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne J., Reading, UK

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

Perfect Location

Lovely clean and comfortable property. Great location as easy to walk to beach, harbour, shops, and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole Page

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

Close to everything

Such a tucked away little gem. Very comfortable, well equipped and handy for Porthgwidden beach. We loved it and to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Bliss!!

What was there to dislike about the property? The house is beautiful. It’s centrally located for beaches, town and additional parking. Our only one small problem was resolved very quickly and professionally by Sam who dealt with my phone call in a calm, professional and friendly manner. We will definitely be back and miss St Ives already!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzy M.

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

Family short break. Ideal.

Excellent location. Great communal space.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Les S.

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

Island retreat feb 2020

Excellent stay , the property is in an excellent location and ve4y quiet and easy to get to with on sight parking . We have booked for next year all ready,

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Cosy apartment in a top-shelf location

We were a family of 5, with 3 kids aged 8-12, and the property fitted us all in comfortably. Although the garage tested my driving skills, once I got the hang of it there was no problem - but perhaps people with big SUVs might want to reconsider their car choice, or park in the Island carpark about 15 seconds walk away! The location is the big attraction of this apartment - being able to walk down the hill to the pubs and cafes of the waterfront was a real treat, along with a 30 second walk to check the surf at Porthmeor. It would take me a long time to get tired of that!! The apartment was clean, well-furnished and had everything we needed. Perhaps the only 'negative' was the fact that it had small windows that didn't have much of a view, and so on cold, windy days (we were there in January...), you couldn't sit in the lounge and stare out the window at storm-tossed seas with a glass of wine in hand. Of course, this means you just spend the afternoon at one of many pubs doing that instead!! Overall, it was a great place, and we had a wonderful time there. Also, the staff were very proactive with communication, ensuring that we had everything we needed. And when there was one small problem (which wasn't really a problem from our point of view), they were right onto it. Customer service was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tina P.

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

Perfect break in St Ives

Had perfect 4 night break at pet friendly Island Retreat in St Ives. Easy check in and check out with garage parking was great. Accommodation was modern with a lovely seaside theme. Tasteful decor, spacious, clean with all requirements and expectations meet. Would definitely return to the Island Retreat or even an other Orange Roofs property without hesitation. Thank you Sam and Orange Roofs
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Esther M.

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

Our Family and Friends Holiday

Island Retreat is warm, cozy yet bright and contemporary. The location was perfect for us, we parked our cars and didn’t use them all week. We would definitely come again.

8/10 Good

Joseph K.

Wonderful stay with a strange noise

The flat was exactly how we imagined, very cozy, like home away from home. Great location, the garage was also just big enough for our car (estate)! The only thing is that from somewhere we could hear a strange noise all through the night. Like an air vent that’s stuck and air whizzing through it intermittently. It has got quite annoying, but hopefully the owner will be able to do something about it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Tobias H.

Ein guter Rückzugsort für den Urlaub im quirligen St. Ives

Wir haben das Apartment mit Baby und fünf Erwachsenen 11 Tage genutzt und den wirklich guten Standard der Unterkunft genossen. Da wir tagsüber immer unterwegs waren, hat uns die fehlende Sonneneinstrahlung im zentralen Aufenthaltsbereich im Erdgeschoss kaum beeinträchtigt, der dunkler ausfällt wie abgebildet - zudem gibt es eine ansprechende Beleuchtung. Ein Pluspunkt ist auf jeden Fall auch die sehr zentrale wie gleichermaßen ruhige Lage in St. Ives, eine Besonderheit für die von vielen Tagestouristen besuchte Stadt. Die Betreuung durch die Verwaltung des Objekts war Spitze.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Beautiful cottage

Very modern, clean, tastefully decorated, an absolute pleasure to stay in. Ideally situated for the beach and local restaurants. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Amazing!

Stunning property in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Thelma B.

Handy for everything

A well appointed property, good as a bolt hole and for a base. Beds are comfortable and en suite and family bathrooms of a good size. Not a place for enjoying in its own right because there is very little visible sky from the property and no balcony or outside sitting space. However, there are gorgeous beeches very close at hand and who would want to be anywhere else when the sun shines? The harbour area and town, with many good restaurants and small shops, are within easy walking distance. There are interesting places to visit by car and walks to do. Even without a car it would be possible to spend a week enjoying St Ives from Island Retreat.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

September stay.

Excellent facilities. Best self catering accomodation we have stayed in.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

GARRY K.

Absolutely fantastic holiday accommodation at Island Retreat was outstanding.

Island Retreat is a fantastic property. It is by far one of the best properties we have ever stayed in and we have been coming to St Ives for over 30 years. The accommodation was spotless when we arrived and the scones cream and jam left for us to enjoy was a lovely touch and very much appreciated after a long journey. Furniture and decor is to a very high standard, the kitchen was very well equipped and had everything we could possibly need. Having garage parking was a godsend as parking in St Ives can be a nightmare! The property was central for easy access to beaches and the town and some great walks. We did the coast path from St Ives to Zennor. All in all the owners have provided a lovely comfortable property for a relaxing holiday. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Lovely property in the centre of St Ives

Myself and a colleague were working near St Ives for the week, and we had a great stay in this property. The apartment is extremely central, less than a five minute walk to the harbour and close to some lovely resteratunts. The property itself was spotless, with a lovely comfortable decor. The kitchen is great, and the rooms are spacious. I imagine this would be a wonderful place to stay for a relaxing break. The owners of the property were really helpful, and sent us information and recommendations before our stay. Only think to bare in mind is the size of your car. As mentioned, this property is very central and to get here you have to drive through some very narrow lanes - I imagine around summer/school holidays this would be a bit of a nightmare, or a nightmare if you have a large car. The garage is fairly small - this was made very clear and the owners provided a handy website to make sure our car fitted. If not, there is a car park next to the property. Overall, a very lovely property, highly recommended :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Amazing

Amazing find in centre of st Ives. Only downside was shower in ensuite which was either too hot or too cold. I am however not the most competent shower worker especially if it's electric, may have been me. Really loved time there. Perfect retreat. Easy to walk into town for a great meal in St. Andrews bistro or any other well known eatery, sloop for drinks on way and return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Perfect!

Our family of 5 spent a great week at Island Retreat and it was perfect in every way. We couldn't have dreamt of a better location and the parking space was just icing on the cake! It was within easy reach of everything you could need: beaches, restaurants, Cornish pasties, fish and chips, ice-cream and fudge, but perfectly out of the way and fairly secluded from the hustle and bustle of St Ives itself. The property provided everything you could think of and Orange Roofs were brilliant too when we had a minor mishap (thank you!). I would highly recommend it, although should probably keep it a secret so we can go again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

It's ronseal

What can we say,beautifully finished,the photos don't lie. The position is perfect only a couple of minutes from town and the Tate is 5mins away (when it's open). The beaches are even closer than they say. It's very quiet and really is a retreat. The service from the owners agent was fantastic.

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