17 Carncrows Street, St Ives, is a beautifully updated Grade II-listed former fisherman's cottage offering a charming coastal retreat for up to five guests. The country-style kitchen / diner features a double electric oven, gas hob with extractor, and modern conveniences including a dishwasher, two fridges, microwave, and washer / dryer, with a sociable dining area perfect for gathering over delicious home-cooked meals. The bright and welcoming lounge offers plenty of comfortable seating, with a wood burner-effect gas fire set in an exposed stone wall creating a cosy atmosphere for relaxing together after exploring the town.
The cottage provides three cool and refreshing bedrooms: a cheerful double with Smart TV, a sweet twin room, and a spacious single, ensuring comfortable accommodation for families and couples alike. A large family bathroom with shower over bath completes the interior. Outside, you'll enjoy the convenience of a reserved parking space approximately 100 metres away, overlooking the beautiful Porthgwidden Beach – a rare luxury in St Ives that gives you complete freedom throughout your stay.
Imagine waking to the distant call of oystercatchers, brewing fresh coffee in your cottage kitchen as morning light streams through the windows. Spend your days wandering cobbled streets to hidden coves, returning to the warmth of your gas fire as twilight settles over the harbour. With sandy beaches just moments away and the artistic heart of Cornwall on your doorstep, every day brings new discoveries.
17 Carncrows Street, St Ives, is perfectly positioned in the picturesque Downalong area to explore Cornwall's artistic gem and stunning coastline. The bustling harbour sits just 200 metres away, lined with excellent restaurants and traditional pubs serving fresh seafood. Beach lovers are spoilt for choice, with gorgeous Bamaluz, Porthmeor, Porthgwidden, and Harbour Sands all within a few hundred metres, each offering unique character. Art enthusiasts can immerse themselves in world-class culture at Tate St Ives, set in a fantastic position overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and showcasing work by notable Cornish artists. The Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, Porthminster Gallery, and St Ives Museum offer further cultural exploration, whilst the grassy Island peninsula to the north provides excellent birdwatching opportunities. For family adventures, visit Jubilee Pool in Penzance (12 km), a celebrated saltwater lido featuring a geothermal pool, children's pool, and café with panoramic views. Discover Cornwall's mining heritage at Geevor Tin Mine in Pendeen (16 km), offering fascinating underground experiences in a stunning World Heritage setting. Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm in Penhallow (27 km) delights with award-winning guided tours and vintage tractor rides.
Further afield, Truro Cathedral (46 km) showcases breathtaking Gothic Revival architecture and rich history, serving as Cornwall's magnificent centrepiece with its soaring spires and stunning stained glass windows. The Lost Gardens of Heligan in Pentewan (48 km) offer magical garden restoration with enchanting walks through exotic subtropical gardens, productive Victorian vegetable gardens, and mysterious jungle areas that were rediscovered after decades of neglect. Pendennis Castle in Falmouth (50 km) provides historic coastal fortress exploration with interactive exhibitions, where Henry VIII's impressive Tudor artillery fort offers panoramic harbour views and engaging displays about 450 years of military history.
The former mining town of Hayle, just a 5-kilometre drive away, boasts kilometres of golden sandy beaches including the spectacular five-kilometre stretch of Hayle Towans, perfect for family days out, surfing, and peaceful coastal walks along the dramatic dunes. Meanwhile, Newquay is 36 kilometres away and has been voted Best Seaside Town for Families, offering captivating coastlines with world-renowned surfing beaches like Fistral Beach, alongside laid-back charm found in its bustling harbour, excellent seafood restaurants, and the famous Blue Reef Aquarium, making it an ideal destination for both adventure seekers and those wanting relaxed seaside pleasures.
