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Beautifully renovated townhouse in central St Ives with garden & gated parking

Beautifully renovated townhouse in central St Ives with garden & gated parking

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Beautifully designed contemporary open plan kitchen/diner
Hillside sits atop picturesque Skidden Hill with sea views to Godrevy Lighthouse
Bedroom One: light & airy with en suite rainforest shower
Bedroom One - peaceful and spacious, with full en suite
Breakfast in bed in Bedroom One

Overview of Beautifully renovated townhouse in central St Ives with garden & gated parking

5 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8209 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

St. Ives, ENG
  • Popular LocationSt Ives Harbour3 min walk
  • Popular LocationPorthminster Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationPorthmeor Beach7 min walk
  • AirportPlymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)115 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautifully renovated townhouse in central St Ives with garden & gated parking

Hillside is a beautifully renovated and generously proportioned Victorian townhouse that comfortably sleeps 6 (8 using the sofa bed), located in the very heart of St.Ives. Internally, high ceilings adorn the property which has 3 bedrooms, all of which feature fully lined blackout curtains, with the addition of stylish sustainably sourced teak shutters in Bedrooms One and Two.

The house also boasts 4 bathrooms, 3 of which are en-suite to the 3 double bedrooms and all feature high quality fittings by Italian designers Porcelanosa. As well as 2 separate living areas on the ground and first floor and a stunning large, private rear garden with sun terrace (a real rarity in St. Ives), there is also a private balcony to the bedroom at the top of the property affording wonderful views to the harbour, the Island and Atlantic Ocean.

Conveniently, Hillside also comes with its own private parking space in a gated, private car park directly opposite the house - a rarity in St Ives.

A double entrance leads to a bright and airy hallway featuring polished marble monochrome tiles. Bedroom One, immediately off the hallway, is a beautifully tranquil and spacious room comprising a double bed, large bay window with floor to ceiling double-glazed sash windows and shutters. This leads to an large ensuite bathroom complete with glass-fronted shower.

The adjacent Bedroom Two faces the rear of the house with views over the St. Ives rooftops, provides flexible sleeping accommodation and comprises a double bed, which can be separated to form two single beds if required. This bedroom also has its own en-suite bathroom with a large bath and accompanying shower.

Continuing along the hallway is another bathroom, with a glass-framed rainforest shower. Beyond lies the Garden Room - a gorgeous and peaceful living space affording views over the rear garden and the harbour beyond making it an ideal place to watch TV, read a good book or simply admire the view. A sofa bed enables this room to be utilised as a fourth bedroom if required taking the total number of potential guests to 8.

Upstairs leads to a landing and onto the main living area - the entire floor is open plan with a dining and living space that benefits from dual aspect windows which let the light flow in, but framed by floor to ceiling shutters to afford privacy as needed. The state-of-the- art open plan kitchen-diner seats 8 comfortably and features Siemens appliances throughout, as well as touches such as Dualit kettle and toaster, a wine fridge and Nespresso maker..

The living area features comfy seating and an ultra HDTV with surround sound and Apple TV. Technology at Hillside also includes WiFi and a Sonos wireless sound-system throughout the property.

Back on the landing, which also houses a w/c, a door opens to reveal a spiral staircase that leads up to the top floor and one of the house's best assets - Bedroom Three, in the eaves, with a double bed and en suite bathroom. Externally, a glass balcony can be accessed from the bedroom's glass double doors to afford a spectacular panoramic view of St. Ives harbour, the Island and the ocean beyond.

To the rear is the large fully enclosed garden - a special place and a real rarity in St Ives. Accessed via a spiral staircase from the Garden Room, it features two substantial decked areas with comfortable seating and dining areas - one nearest the house and another at the end of the garden under the pergola with pendant Edison lights, allowing you to enjoy the long summer evenings in the privacy of your own outdoor living space, with an adjacent firebowl. There is ample room to enjoy dining al fresco, with table, chairs and parasol and a Weber Grillmaster BBQ. The garden can also be illuminated with spotlights focused on the 3 palm trees in the central planting areas.

Property manager

Mark & Sophie

Languages

English, French
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Sea view

House Rules

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have children, they love staying at Hillside

Events

No events allowed
No stag or hen parties allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Strictly no dogs

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly no smoking inside the house at any time
Good to know - Hillside is very suitable for children but please ensure they take care on spiral stairs and keep them away from the top floor balcony
We do not accept large same sex groups of adults e.g. stag and hen parties
We reserve the right to decline any instant booking if we do not receive details of who is staying (ie no. of adults, children, friends etc)

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No stag or hen parties allowed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St Ives

Located in St Ives, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Carbis Bay Beach and St. Michael's Mount can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour. Travelling with kids? Consider St Ives Museum and Paradise Park and JungleBarn. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • St Ives Harbour - 3 min walk
  • Porthminster Beach - 3 min walk
  • Porthmeor Beach - 7 min walk
  • Tate St. Ives - 8 min walk
  • Carbis Bay Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • St Ives Station - 5 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Kettle 'N' Wink Bar - 2 min walk
  • Pilchard Press Alehouse - 4 min walk
  • The Hain Line - 2 min walk
  • Scoff Troff Cafe - 3 min walk
  • Balcony Bar & Kitchen - 4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully renovated townhouse in central St Ives with garden & gated parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Beautifully renovated townhouse in central St Ives with garden & gated parking located?

This family-friendly St Ives holiday home is located near the beach, just steps away from Harbour Sand and St Ives Harbour. Porthminster Beach and St. Ives Theatre are also within 5 minutes. St Ives Station is only a 5-minute walk and Carbis Bay Station is 30 minutes.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Jakub P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and accommodation
Very happy with the property and no issues during the stay, owner responsive to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

mark wardle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
st ives stay
Great property very well located in the centre of town and walking distance to beaches. Property well set out and everything you need for a stay including a bottle of prosecco and clotted cream scones on arrival. Great to have a parking space and outdoor seating area. Mark and property managers were very helpful during our stay, will definitely like to stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect holiday house
Wonderful second week at Hillside. Having warm and sunny weather we were able to enjoy the lovely outside area and bbq, and beautiful Porthminster beach which is just five minutes away. Getting a mid stay clean was much appreciated. A big thank you to the lady who carried out that job fantastically.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

5/5 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house
We had a fantastic first week at Hillside. It easily accommodated our large group and being able to sit out in the lovely garden was a big plus. The house had everything we needed for cooking/beach etc and having parking just over the road made it so much easier. Location great as well. Far enough away from the crowds but just a short walk to the shops/restaurants and front. If we came back to St Ives we would definitely stay at Hillcrest again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

5/5 Excellent

Kristien C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house in the very centre of St Yves
The house is ideally located in the centre of St Yves, only a stone throw from the harbour and beach and close to all the (coffee)shops and other amenities St Yves has to offer. It is spacious and welcoming and we spent a wonderful time in the area, soaking in the fresh air and sunshine just after lockdown eased. We will be back!

About the host

Hosted by Mark & Sophie

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Mark's love affair with St Ives began as a child thanks to family connections to Cornwall and he's been going back there ever since. He took Sophie there on holiday after they got married in 2015, and she loved it so much that they ended up leaving with the keys to Hillside in their pocket! Until they move to St Ives full time, they are happy to share their dream home with couples, families and groups of friends through VRBO. Please do get in touch if you have any questions at all. More photos on Instagram @hillsidestives

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Hillside the moment the door opened and we saw the fantastic long hallway with polished marble monochrome flooring. We spent ages looking for 'the one' and this is definitely it.

There's something special about Victorian houses and this one really is a unique proposition in central St. Ives. It feels like a home from home and our guests thus far seem to agree. Come and experience it for yourself.

We love the feeling of light and space that Hillside affords - much like the town itself. Throughout the house feels sophisticated, contemporary and very comfortable. On every floor you'll find interesting features and places to relax.

The large garden at Hillside is also a rarity in the town, with 2 decked areas ideal for sunbathing and enjoying a BBQ. The garden was completely transformed by local designers and in early 2017 to give it a real a 'wow' factor.

We love our iconic St Ives street, Skidden Hill and no wonder we get people stopping outside and taking photos! From its elevated position overlooking Godrevy Lighthouse to the middle distance, Hillside is tucked in next to St. Ia church. You'll find everything you need under a minute's walk away - from a post office to pasties. A short walk in the other direction brings you to the gorgeous Westcott Quay from where you can take a level stroll to the stunning Porthminster Beach.

Mark’s top St Ives tip: Visit The Tate and the Hepworth Museum. Don't be afraid to explore galleries - there's something to suit all tastes and budgets. We can recommend where to buy great local art - we know the best galleries, their owners and artists.

Sophie’s top St Ives tip: December is one of my favourite months in St Ives – there's so much going on! Christmas markets, ghost walks, festive restaurant menus, the Lantern Parade and so much more. It tends to be dry and crisp too, making it perfect for coastal walks followed by a cosy pub lunch and ending the evening with a Hillside bath.

What makes this property unique

They say: "One of our favourite rooms is the Garden Room - a ground floor living room and an ideal place for adults or children to enjoy a movie, to read or simply to enjoy the views out towards the harbour beyond. The Garden Room also has a sofa bed which can, if necessary, be converted to make the Garden Room another bedroom (with a bathroom directly next door) and bring the total number of guests to 8".

They also say: "We love the top floor of the house and the bedroom in the eaves. Accessed by a spiral staircase, there's also an ensuite bathroom. Outside is one of Hillside's best assets - a stunning glass balcony which affords views over the town, harbour and the ocean beyond. A wonderful place for morning coffee or a sundowner!".

Sophie says: "I feel the ratio of bedrooms to bathrooms is important in a home. Hillside has 4 bathrooms and a w/c. All 3 bedrooms have their own high quality ensuite bathrooms with Italian Porcelanosa baths, showers and sanitary ware".

Mark says: "The parking space in a gated car park right across the street from Hillside makes getting in and out of town very easy - unfortunately, parking in St.Ives during summer can be a bit of a lottery, so to have our own space so close to the house removes that worry. After a long drive it's really great to know that you've got a space when you arrive, not on the other side of town, but dead opposite where you'll stay - it really is that easy".

Languages:

English, French
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