Guests say
The Lighthouse in St. Ives is highly praised for its cleanliness, stunning sea views, and modern amenities. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches and the property's proximity to local attractions, despite the steep walk back. The well-equipped kitchen and parking facilities are notable conveniences. Some guests suggest improvements in bed comfort and maintenance.
Guests consistently report that the property is immaculate and spotlessly clean upon arrival, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The property's location is celebrated for its excellent sea views and proximity to beaches and the town centre, though the steep walk back is noted.
While the property is generally found to be comfortable and well-furnished, several guests mention that the quality of the beds, particularly the king size bed, detracts from the overall comfort.
The property is well-equipped with kitchen utensils, entertainment options, and a balcony. However, some guests have raised issues with specific maintenance aspects such as the bed and washing machine.
Guests are pleased with the thoughtful extras provided, such as tea, biscuits, and toiletries. It is politely noted that while these gifts are appreciated, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Enjoying an enviable position in St Ives, Cornwall is The Lighthouse, a fantastic, first-floor apartment. With stylish décor adorning the interior throughout and some of the windows framing stunning sea views that guests won't be able to help themselves stop and stare at, The Lighthouse is the perfect home-from-home for a family of four. Leave your car in the communal parking area and venture up to this delightful dwelling, where an open-plan living space with everything needed for your stay awaits. The sitting area hosts plush seating for you to lounge on as you watch your favourite show on the Smart TV and the designated chef fixes up culinary delights in the kitchen. Settle down for a mouth-watering meal at the dining area, or perhaps on the balcony where you can catch the sunset? The apartment offers two well-presented bedrooms for you to rest in, including a fabulous king-size with an en-suite shower room and a twin room. The family bathroom is the ideal place for you to retreat to after an activity-filled day, with its bath offering a moment of tranquillity amongst the bubbles. In the morning, wander into St Ives to find numerous attractions and sights at your feet, from the stunning beaches and the fascinating galleries, to the trails along the cliffs, with Porthminster and Clodgy Point boasting panoramic views; after making the most of the attractions for the day, visit one of the fantastic eateries or purchase any ingredients for dinner at the well-stocked shops. The village of Carbis Bay is within easy reach, home to a beautiful beach that offers ample watersports, as well as pampering at the beach's neighbouring hotel; why not get back to nature at the stunning Steeple Woodland nearby? Travel across the mainland to Penzance, with the Jubilee Pool, Harbour and promenade providing you with plenty to see and do; the harbour additionally hosts a ferry terminal, from which you can sail to the gorgeous Isles of Scilly. Make the most of the region and venture to the Penwith Heritage Coast to find more coastal delights or travel a shorter distance to Hayle where more attractions can be found, including the popular Paradise Park and JungleBarn. For your next Cornwall adventure, choose The Lighthouse.
St Ives is one of Cornwall's most charming port towns, with small streets, tightly packed cottages nestled around the quayside, the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth museum, fantastic beaches, excellent shops, a flourishing community of artists, amazing pubs and restaurants, and much more. It's easy to see why this is the county's finest tourist resort, with its semi-Bohemian lifestyle and romantic ambiance.
Accommodation
First-floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space kitchen, dining area, sitting area and balcony
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer.
Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in the rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Permit parking for 1 car.
Communal lawn.
Balcony with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.4 miles, beach 0.5 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- Porthminster Beach Café
- Anima-Mundi (Formerly Millennium)
- Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden
- Count House Café
- Geevor Tin Mine
- Jackson Foundation
- Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
- Minack Theatre
- Gwynver Beach
- Porthchapel Beach
Reviews (23)
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Ruth
Location was perfect with guaranteed parking and walkable into town and to the train station. Lovely view from the balcony and all the facilities we needed for a week. We would definitely stay here again when we come back to St Ives.
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Erin
G. toilet roll, hand wash, dishwasher tablets). I would prefer these to the chocolates/milk/tea/coffee which are a nice touch but not really needed. The quality of the tea/coffee was also low (we didn't use it during our stay). Apart from that (minor) comment, the apartment was lovely!
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Sally
It was well appointed, clean and comfortable. We loved breakfasting on the balcony enjoying the view. It is quite a steep walk back up to the Lighthouse from the centre of St Ives, which my 89 year old father in law found a bit too much! We were aware of this before booking, and had thought it would be easy for one of us to drive down and pick him up...however the one-way system in St Ives and the traffic made this a bit harder than anticipated. This was a small problem and the views and comfort of the property far outweighed this!