176 properties found
St Ives has a unique charm with its narrow winding streets lined with white-washed fishermen's cottages and small shops. Tucked away on the north coast of Cornwall this picturesque fishing village became a haven for European artists due to its scenic location and exceptional light. Porthmeor beach is now overlooked by the modern building of the Tate St Ives with its excellent collection of modern art. Small art galleries, craft shops, smugglers' pubs and many cafés and restaurants make this a delightful place to stay.
Traffic is kept well outside this characterful village, making it very easy to get around on foot. Enjoy lunch at the rooftop restaurant of the Tate St Ives before exploring the picturesque harbour, RNLI Lifeboat Station and the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Gardens. St Ives has a beach to suit every visitor from the sheltered Carbis Bay to the rolling surf at Porthmeor. Porthminster Beach, overlooked by the tiny branch line railway station, is perfect for families to play games, swim and make sandcastles.
Nearby attractions to enjoy from a holiday cottage in St Ives include Paradise Park with its colourful parrots, St Michaels Mount, Land's End and the open-air Minack Theatre at Porthcurno. For the ultimate thrill, take a helicopter trip to the Scilly Isles from Penzance.
Here is our selection of the very best holiday homes in and around St Ives…
Cedar Lodge, Carbis Bay is a contemporary coastal holiday home with four bedrooms, two ensuite. The modern interior is bright and fresh. Bi-fold doors lead to the deck with outdoor sofa and lawned garden. This family retreat is close to St Ives and beach.
A contemporary house with garden and sea views
Rocky Close, Ayr is a modern four bedroom house for eight in a prime location overlooking Porthmeor Beach. Walk to shops, pubs & beaches or relax on the private deck complete with hot tub. Two sitting rooms, woodburner & parking make this a top choice.
A well appointed beach house with deck and hot tub
Seafield, St Ives is a modern three bedroom, 3½ bathroom townhouse with stunning views of Carbis Bay, open-plan living with woodburner, balcony, garden & off-road parking. Walk to shops, pub & beach in five to ten minutes or take the train to nearby St Ives.
A modern beach house with garden and superb sea views
Porthmeor Beach House, St Ives is a five bedroom, four bathroom beach house with superb sea views from the spacious sitting room & bedrooms. Huge eat-in kitchen, courtyard garden & off-road parking for two cars. Walk to beach, shops and pubs.
Spacious beach house with sea views close to everything!
Boscarne, St Ives is a contemporary five bedroom, four bathroom property for ten with sea views. Patio doors to large deck with shower, hot tub & barbecue. Warmed by a cosy logburner, the open-plan living room/kitchen is fully equipped for groups & families.
A contemporary coastal lodge with hot tub and sea views
The Beach Hut, Ayr is a one bedroom duplex apartment with amazing sea views from the open-plan living room. Modern kitchen, bathroom and king-size bedroom. Set in the heart of St Ives within walking distance to beach, it has off-road parking.
A charming duplex with sea views
Chy Lowen, St Ives is a five bedroom, four bathroom luxury holiday home for ten. Contemporary design includes bi-fold doors with sea views, balcony & large deck with hot tub. Perfect for families & groups it has a games room & off-road parking for four cars.
Amazing sea views from deck with hot tub
Moon Shadow, St Ives is a one bedroom cottage with unusual contemporary interior furnishings and open-plan layout. Accommodating four guests, this 5-star property is close to Porthmeor Beach and the harbour. It has underground parking and internet.
A beautifully designed modern cottage set behind Porthmeor Beach in a thriving artist community