Snaptrip says
Sanctuary Cottage in St. Ives, Cornwall, is highly praised for its cosiness, cleanliness, and the thoughtful touches like scones on arrival. Guests find it an ideal base for exploring the surrounding areas, though some mention the driveway access and walk into town can be challenging.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviewers consistently note the property is spotless and immaculately maintained, indicating a high standard of cleanliness.
The cottage's proximity to St. Ives and scenic spots is appreciated, but some guests find the driveway access and the walk into town less convenient, affecting the location score.
Guests describe the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and warm, with a special mention of the effective central heating and the log burner.
Facilities are generally well-received, with all necessary items provided. However, suggestions for additional items like a clothes horse indicate room for improvement.
The provision of scones, cream, jam, and other welcoming items are frequently mentioned, showing thoughtfulness. However, it's noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Tucked away on the outskirts of St. Ives, Cornwall, is this wonderfully presented former miners’ cottage, Sanctuary Cottage. Enjoying a fantastic location just a short drive away from a wealth of beautiful beaches, and a contemporary interior with all a couple could need for a relaxing getaway, Sanctuary Cottage is your perfect choice for a memorable escape to Cornwall. The property benefits from an off-road parking space on a shared driveway, as well as its own private garden with furniture, ideal for when you want to dine alfresco over your favourite tipple. Step inside, where you will find a fully-equipped kitchen, where you can rustle up your finest dishes, ready to enjoy at the table over a celebratory bottle of fizz in the light and airy conservatory/dining area. After dinner, retreat to the sitting room, where you will find plush seating, including a sofa bed, along with a Smart TV and a crackling woodburning stove for those chiller evenings. Follow the stairs up to the first floor, where you can wash away the day in the sleek bathroom, complete with bath and overhead shower, before catching your slumber in the beautifully decorated king-size bedroom. Explore the bustling town, where you can sample local ales at The Mine Brewing, treat your loved one to a meal at Halestown Inn, Beer & Bird, The Firehouse and The Seafood Café, create your own souvenir at The Leach Pottery, tour the Tate and the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Studio, take a leisurely stroll around the harbour, or spend a day on the golden sands at one of the many beaches. For a memorable daytrip, why not embark on a fishing charter or a sea safari? Next stop is Penzance, where you will find the attractions of the Penlee House Gallery & Museum, the Jubilee Pool, a lively promenade, and a ferry offering trips out to the beautiful Isles of Scilly. Continue onto Marazion, where you can visit the renowned St Michael’s Mount, or venture further afield to visit the popular Minnack Theatre in Porthcurno, the Poldark famous Botallack near Boscean and the Geevor Tin Mine Museum in Pendeen. All this and more awaits at Sanctuary Cottage.
St. Ives is one of Cornwall's most picturesque harbour towns, with its winding lanes and quaint cottages clustered along the water's edge. Visitors can also enjoy the town's proximity to the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth Museum, as well as its many other attractions, including its beautiful beaches, excellent shopping, and thriving artistic community. It's easy to see why this is the best vacation spot in the county, what with its semi-Bohemian atmosphere and romantic vibe. Abundant wildlife, beautiful coastal walks, world-class surfing, and the Celtic mysteries of the Land's End Peninsula are all within easy reach and provide plenty of entertainment for visitors. That place is amazing!
Accommodation
One king-size bedroom.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Conservatory/dining room
Central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine.
Smart TV with Netflix access, WiF.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and cot available on request.
Off-road parking for 1 car on a shared driveway.
Rear garden with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.3 miles, beach 1.4 miles.
Note: The driveway leads out onto a road which can get busy in the high summer months, please take care when leaving the property, owners recommend reversing into the parking space.
Note: Check-in from 1pm, check-out by 9am
Nearby points of interest
- Anima-Mundi (Formerly Millennium)
- Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden
- Porthminster Beach Café
- Count House Café
- Geevor Tin Mine
- Jackson Foundation
- Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
- Minack Theatre
- Gwynver Beach
- Porthchapel Beach
Reviews (9)
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Christian
The facilities and cleanliness are faultless - home comforts and everything in place for an enjoyable break. We enjoyed every part of the accommodation - the conservatory and the garden too. Such a peaceful location. We were able to jump on the bus by the church to head into St Ives or walk in within 20 minutes. We will be coming back..
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Andrew
It was immaculately maintained and spotlessly clean. We had lovely weather for our stay so made full use of the conservatory and cute little garden. Ideal as a base to visit the southern tip of Cornwall and we loved Mousehole and Porthleven especially. The only negatives were getting on and off the drive onto a very busy road. Definitely best to approach from the St Ives direction and reverse into the drive. Also the walk into St Ives is not a gentle evening stroll, but a fair trek for anyone who struggle a bit with walking, plus it's all uphill on the way back ! We found it best to walk across the moorland at the back of the property as the as the first part of the road from the cottage is dangerous. The footpath opposite the drive was overgrown.
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Paul
Only problem is getting off the drive as you said, just a suggestion if possible to get a mirror put up by the council on the bend , so you can see what is coming down & up the road.