Guests say
Ivy Mount is a spacious and well-equipped cottage in St Ives, praised for its excellent location near public transport and local amenities. Guests appreciated the large, secure garden and comfortable beds, making it ideal for families and dog owners. The property is generally clean and well maintained, though a few guests noted minor issues with cleanliness and parking. The kitchen is well stocked, and the house offers a pleasant base for exploring the area. Most guests would happily return, highlighting the property's charm and convenience.
Most guests found the property clean and comfortable, though a small number mentioned areas needing improvement, with one review noting the need for additional cleaning on arrival.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to St Ives, public transport, and local amenities, though some guests found parking challenging due to the busy road and lack of dedicated spaces.
Guests consistently described the house as spacious and the beds as very comfortable, with the garden providing a secure and relaxing space for both families and pets.
The property is well equipped with everything needed for a pleasant stay, including a well-stocked kitchen and a large garden. Some minor suggestions for improvement were made regarding lighting, bathroom layout, and kitchen utensils.
While guests appreciated the information provided and the general preparation of the property, one review noted a lack of festive decorations at Christmas. No mention of gifts was made, and guests should note that such extras are not guaranteed.
About this property
Spacious Victorian villa with a substantial enclosed garden. Lelant offers a fantastic sandy dog-friendly beach, a choice of excellent eating places and easy access to St Ives and West Cornwall..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining room: Woodburner
Kitchen: Smart Speaker, Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine
Utility Room: Washer Dryer
Games Room.
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Roll Top Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. Large enclosed rear garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are 10 steps in the garden.. Welcome to Ivy Mount, a beautiful dog-friendly Victorian property in the village of Lelant, close to St Ives. It is ideal for visitors wishing to explore the beautiful area. On road parking is available in front of the house and on adjoining streets.
Downstairs the property has generous living accommodation with a light and spacious lounge and a separate dining room, both with wood burners. The house has the benefit of two bathrooms and there are three bedrooms on the first-floor level. The kitchen and sunroom open directly onto a large, private, fully enclosed garden at the rear. The garden can also be accessed through the utility room. A gate to the side of the property into the garden means easy access from a beach trip or dog walk without having to go through the house.If you want to eat out, you will find a selection of pubs and restaurants within a short walk from the property. For those who want to eat in, the kitchen offers all the facilities you will need, and the covered decking area is perfect for al fresco dining! Watch the stars and enjoy planning the next day’s adventures.
A bus stop, 50 metres from the property, provides a frequent service into St Ives. The house is only a short walk to Lelant railway station on the scenic St Ives branch line, ideal for access to St Ives and Carbis Bay, where parking can be difficult, especially in high season. You can also explore further afield, as the rail link at St Erth will take you on the Penzance to Paddington main line providing access to main towns such as Truro, Falmouth and Newquay.For your four-legged friends, Porthkidney Beach, within walking distance of the property, is dog-friendly all year round, with lifeguards during the summer season. There are also plenty of coastal walks to choose from. Close by at Hayle, you will find dunes and a large expanse of beaches. Gwithian is popular with surfers and families as it has parking and a cafe for refreshments, and at low tide, there are large rock pools for little ones to play in.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (11)
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Natasha Corcoran
Beautiful property in gorgeous village.Clean with everything we needed.Excellent information from property owners.Location requires a car or public transport to get to shops and into St ives but regular buses outside the door and supermarkets within a 10 minute drive.Loved our family holiday here
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Morts
Fantastic property with everything you could need, great location for visiting many of the places of interest, stones throw from St Ives via the train which was super easy, highly recommend
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Marzena Zulinska
Do not recommend for families with young children due to quirky steps everywhere. Cleanliness needs to be improved because almost everything in the house was dirty. Me and my partner has spent good few hours of our first day to clean it up enough to use it.