Guests say
Rose Cottage in St. Ives is praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and prime location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, the proximity to shops and the beach, and the thoughtful touches like toiletries and milk. Some minor issues with maintenance and finding the property are noted, but overall, the cottage offers a cosy and welcoming stay.
Guests consistently commend the cleanliness of the cottage, with special thanks to the cleaners for the pristine condition of the linens and towels.
The location is highly regarded due to its convenience to the town, beach, and local amenities, despite some guests finding the property a bit tricky to locate initially.
The cottage is described as cosy and comfortable, with a warm atmosphere and comfortable furnishings, although there are comments about low-hanging lights and a compact en-suite toilet.
The kitchen is well-equipped, and the presence of TVs in every room is appreciated. However, there are several mentions of minor maintenance issues and difficulties with heating controls.
Guests mention thoughtful extras like toiletries, milk, and a welcome bottle of wine, enhancing their stay. However, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Rose Cottage perched at the top of Porthmeor Hill, a delightful semi-detached cottage just 200 metres from the surfing beach Porthmeor and 300 metres from the town centre. This exceptional self-catering cottage is the perfect base for up to six people to come together for a holiday filled with breath-taking scenery, sublime beaches and memorable walks along the South West Coastal Path. Enter into the property and be welcomed into the sitting room, where you can snuggle up on the sofa, with the characterful stone fireplace housing a woodburning stove, creating a cosy ambiance during the winter months. Admire the photos of old St Ives within this room, giving you a small insight into the past of this wonderful town before making your way into the heart of the home, the kitchen/diner.
The Range cooker takes centre stage before all of the other appliances that are arranged in a contemporary assortment, certain to encourage a spot of cooking before regrouping with your loved ones to enjoy some catch up time, accompanied with a well-deserved glass of something chilled. In the summer months, you can look forward to heading out onto the private courtyard area to indulge in a spot of alfresco dining, whilst enjoying the final moments of sunshine before you retire to bed. Afterwards, head upstairs to catch your rest in one the three bedrooms, each one boasting an immaculate interior design with a refreshing colour palette, good storage and their own TVs, ideal for those lazy mornings snuggled under the plush duvets.
Choose been a king-size bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, a super-king-size bedroom with zip link beds that can be made into two singles and a twin bedroom, designed to ensure a flexible sleeping arrangement for groups of couples, friends and families. Better acquaint yourself with your surroundings as you take a short stroll into the centre of St Ives, winding your way through the narrow lanes before reaching quayside, home to a plethora of shops and places to eat and drink. Whilst here, be sure to make some time to explore the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth Museum, before soaking up the sunshine at one of the town beaches, including the lush, golden stretch of Porthmeor Beach, St Ives’ most premier beach.
Popular with surfers and water sports enthusiasts alike due to the south-westerly gales it enjoys, this beautiful, Blue Flag destination has lifeguards on duty from Easter to October, is flanked by two, rugged headlands, and boasts magnificent, awe-inspiring views that gaze out upon the brilliant blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. You can also head to the nearby, picturesque Porthgwidden Beach, where you can stroll along with your canine companion by your side, you are sure to find the perfect beach. After enjoying the delights of St Ives, lace up your walking shoes and discover the South West Coastal Path, where you can catch glimpses of tall granite cliffs, hidden coves and fascinating wildlife along the way.
Alternatively, take your car further afield to visit the landmark attractions of Land's End, St Michael's Mount and The Minack Theatre, each one promising to be excellent days out for the whole family. At the end of each day, look forward to returning to Rose Cottage for a relaxing evening.
St Ives is one of Cornwall's most popular harbour town, featuring narrow streets, pretty cottages nestling around the quayside, the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth museum, beaches, shops, a thriving community of artists, pubs and restaurants and much more. Within the surrounding area, you will find opportunity to explore the wildlife and the iconic coastal walks, as well as quality surfing and the Celtic mysteries of the Land's End Peninsula.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size bed (can be two singles with zip link) with TV, 1 x kingsize with TV and en-suite shower over bath, basin and WC, 1 x twin with TV.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating and woodburning stove.
Ranger cooker with electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, cot and highchair.
5 x TVs and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for two cars, advised to reverse into parking space from the main road.
Courtyard garden with furniture.
1 Pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking allowed.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
100 meters to the beach
Reviews (9)
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Jayantilal
A brilliant cosy cottage getting to the property was fine but locating it is hard signage too small needs to be more near the road side otherwise all great
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Sharon Alison
However everything else perfect, had a great stay
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Louise Anne
My only feedback is a bigger sign for the cottage or a bit more prominent would help finding it - we would have never found it in the dark, it was only because of a comment I had read that it was opposite the shop - which is super handy by the way.! Overall though a great base to get out and explore St. Ives.