Chy Lowen

Great accommodation in great location clean but is in need of a few small fix’s Fire in lounge is out of use ( been unable to use for some time) Bath in upstairs bedroom has a tap missing And maybe better instructions on how to use sky tv ( got there in the end )

The house was in generally good condition with some serious oversights that really should have been dealt with some time ago.

We have separately communicated these - with these points rectified, I feel the house will be one of the best in the area

Perfect location, really superb house, hosts had thought of everything.

Beds were sooo comfortable.

We had a lovely stay.

We booked Chy Lowen as it had an enclosed garden for our small dog, parking for our three cars but another car could easily fit. The family room/ kitchen was a nice space and views out of the French doors to the sea and beach was beautiful. The kitchen had every utensil you could think of but no airfryer but I had bought my own. All the bedrooms and bathrooms were of good size with two toilet rolls in each. The house I would recommend to anyone, my family didn't want to leave and go back to their stressful jobs, it was nice for us all to come together. The house is positioned well away from the busy St ives but closer enough a short drive in the car. Tesco was just around the corner. Only negative: A front door mat would be nice. The dust bins didn't get emptied on the day they should have and we did put them out in time, but apart from that we had a nice holiday Thank you.

We had a lovely holiday in this stunning part of Cornwall.

The location of this holiday home is quiet and perfect for exploring.The house is spacious and well appointed. However we felt that the house is in need of a deep clean.This has also been noted by previous guests .We were shocked by the high chairs which were particularly dirty .Some general maintenance needs to be done too - eg one of the sinks was blocked upstairs and the downstairs bath plug didn’t seal properly ,knobs fell off the gas cooker etc This unfortunately detracts from what is fundamentally a high quality holiday home .

Absolutely loved our time at Chy Lowen.

A great stay with family. Very convenient location, 2mins away from a grocery store, 5mins from the beach. Stunning views from the house. Would absolutely visit again!

We have been coming to Carbis Bay for over 20 years Carbis Bay holidays now Sykes.

Chy Lowen was an amazing property very happy. Pleased to say we had a wonderful week and all loved the house. We have actually rebooked for next year !

The property is great, 10 mins from the beach, 40 min coastal walk into St Ives.

We had 3 generations staying all together and it worked well. Our only disappointment was the standard of cleaning and maintenance given the cost of the property and the standard of the property, the cleanliness did not reflect this. There were long dark hairs on the wall of the downstairs main bathroom (we have pictures). There were well established cobwebs on all the skylights and ceiling in the top master bedroom bathroom. There was also a tap head missing there too. We also found a bag of clothes obviously from previous guests, found under the curtain in the dining area. We also found a sock under one of the twin beds. This goes to show a thorough clean wasn't made. Also one of the saucepans leaks at the handle. Although the property worked well for us, given the standard of cleanliness we would probably think twice about booking again.

Lovely house to stay in during our stay in Cornwall.

Beautiful views. Very clean house and everything up to top standard. The decking in the back garden does need fixing as some lifts in places which can cause a fall, the bbq could also do with a deep clean. Neighbours are friendly and helped with any questions we had.

We had a wonderful stay at the Sykes cottage on Cabris bay in Cornwall!

The property was clean, well-maintained, and beautifully presented — exactly as described. It felt like a real home away from home, with all the comforts and thoughtful touches that made our visit extra special. The location was perfect for exploring Cornwall, with easy access to nearby beaches, charming villages, and scenic walks. We especially appreciated how peaceful and quiet the area was — ideal for a relaxing getaway. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a cozy, comfortable base in this stunning part of the country. We’re already looking forward to coming back Thank you Sykes.

Great property in a lovely location.

Everything provided that you could need. Clean and well kept. Good enclosed garden for the dogs.

The house was even better than in the pictures & the location was perfect for speedy access to carbis bay beach by foot - approx 10min walk.

The house itself is beautiful, ample parking on the drive for 3/4 cars at least & the indoor layout loaned itself perfectly to a large group with 2 dogs. Comfortable sofas & beds, with enough dishes & tableware to make eating in a pleasure. Each of the appliances were of top end spec, it really was a proper home from home. The standard of clean was not consistent with high standard of the property itself. It was clear that the floor had not been mopped prior to our arrival as there were stains on each of the bathroom floors which cleaned easily with a cloth and under the furniture in the front room was dirt / detritus from previous guests. The garden was fabulous, as was the decking at the front of the house. We had sun the entire stay, and with the outdoor set up as it was, we enjoyed the sunshine all day with number of outdoor spaces. I don’t know if you’d consider putting sun loungers on the front decking as that area is a real sun trap, and a gate at either the top or bottom of the entrance stairs to the property? When the front patio doors were open, we had to keep a keen eye on our dogs so that they didn’t escape! We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday, this house has been thoughtfully & tastefully decorated and equipped & we would love to book again in the future.

We had a great stay at Chy Lowen.

Will definitely be back again.

Absolutely stunning house.

The beds were so comfortable. The rooms were lovely and spacious. The back garden was enclosed and well maintained… and the views were spectacular. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Stayed at Chy Lowen several times.

Slightly disappointed this time no welcome pack or toiletries as in previous stays. Property requires maintenance, gas fire not working, broken bath tap in master en-suite, garden chair cushions sodden and mouldy. Loose glass panel on front balcony. Just a general lack of care and attention…

Went for a long weekend with the whole family to celebrate husband’s birthday & we weren’t disappointed.

The house is lovely, had everything we needed & more! Will definitely be back soon

loved the house very comfy perfectly located stunning sea views beds pillows very comfortable only issues were washer door broken and fire not working would defo go back

We were here for second stay.

Lovely house, very modern and clean but could maybe do with a couple of loungers on deck and there was no sky remote so we asked for one. Sorted remote very quickly.

New sofa was a welcome addition.

We didn’t have any tea towels or oven gloves but managed. We found the front downstairs bedroom to be damp and musty smelling, there appears to be black mould around the window. The property is very well placed and we would definitely return as it is ideal for our family.

Had to dust bedroom furniture and dust and debris under furniture.

Needs a deep clean and cleaners need to clean better not just around furniture. Bathrooms grout and silicone need attention and mould on ceiling in one bathroom. A sink was blocked and a shower control leaked which cleaners should of picked up on (was sorted quickly) and maintenance needs to clean gutters as when rained they overflowed. It could be a fantastic house but cleaning and maintenance let it down. Sofa’s are very uncomfortable.

Beautiful house, one of the best we’ve stayed at, breakfast every morning on front deck looking over the bay, will def be back.

(Could maybe do with a couple of loungers on front deck.) lovely neighbour. Immaculate!

Chy Lowen is a wonderful property to stay in, so much that we would like to stay again in 2024.

Some points that we noted were: 1. We found the sofa too soft. It's ok once you're in, but it's not too easy to get out of! (A minor point). 2. Ground floor bathroom. If the window was kept shut for more than a couple of days, then the smell of damp would occur. As we didn't use this bathroom very much, it wasn't an issue for us. Perhaps it would be an issue for larger parties. 3. Oven trays need replacing. 4. Corner unit to access kitchen equipment is not user friendly. 5. A large picture would be nice above the fire. 6. The lamps in the lounge are cheap and nasty. 7. Outside BBQ grill needs to be cleaned / replaced. 8. The 3 steps going up to the lawn made me nervous when wet - slippy. I'm not elderly, I'm 52. A rail may be helpful. The above are minor points and there are many positive things about the property that makes us want to stay again next year.

Chy Lowen could be a beautiful holiday home - it has stunning views and easy access to the beach at Carbis bay - be warned it has a very steep walk back up the hill from the beach to the house which can be slippery if wet.

The house is spacious but tired and needs a general overhaul. We did have issues with cleanliness and the bedrooms were a good size. Bathrooms and the whole house need a thorough clean not a surface clean. We did find chipped plates and cooking pans that needed replacing due to wear and tear and clean (but stained) duvet cover, pillow case and the odd towel - But if these these things are secondary on your list then the house might tick all your boxes. It is a shame, as it could be a stunning property and worth the letting fee - however, there were 4 adults staying and we all felt it was very overpriced for the week and expected much more in the way of being properly presented.

3 of 4 beds uncomfortable.

Washing machine instructions not readable.

The house was a lovely property, however when we arrived we noticed a terrible smell of drains in downstairs front bedroom, on investigation I noticed that the basement under the property was full of stagnant water.

Informed carbis bay holidays who did try and rectify the problem , they had basement pumped out , but the smell remained, making the bedroom unusable, also a large industrial dehumidifier had been placed in the basement that could clearly be heard in the bedroom. Overall the property is very nice with lovely views from upstairs bedrooms , it is showing signs of wear and needs a refresh. We were informed that the house was boxed off for work over the next couple of weeks following our stay. I'm sure once the problem has been resolved then the property will once again be a beautiful property.

Absolutely fabulous, magical place

The house is beautiful, on the down side when we arrived in the house there was dog mess in the garden, the dryer hadn’t been cleaned out, on the back of the knife set was dirt.

One of the bedroom side lights didn’t work and couldn’t find the right bulb, when looking round the house could do with a really good deep clean, don’t think the cleaning is up to standard off the house. Still beautiful thou.

What a lovely house.

Was worried it may not feel cosy going in December, with the white decor, but it was. Previous comments made me nervous about cleanliness and maybe they have had a deep clean, as it really was fine and I was looking for it! Beds sooooo comfortable and best equipped kitchen in any holiday home we have stayed in. Location is great, but be prepared for some hill walking. Would highly recommend.

We have stayed in various Carbis Bay Holiday properties over the years and always found them to be well equipped, comfortable and spotlessly clean so we booked again for this year.

Chy Lowen is a magnificent property and lots of room for a large family/2-3 families. Overall it is very well equipped as per the listing but, and this may have been because it was towards the end of the season, some items were looking a little tired and there was an assortment of different types of crockery items some of which were chipped. The furniture on the lounge could do with being replaced as the sofas sink in towards the middle/sides when you sit in them. While clean the property didnt seem as clean as we have experienced previously. A definite minus was the bathroom window in bedroom 1 en-suite did not close properly meaning it was draughty and a little noisy. Overall though none of this spoilt our holiday and we would consider booking this house again.

The property is in a lovely position, great for the beach and could be a lovely house.

The cleanliness of the house was not good. Drawers in the bedrooms dirty, needed wiping before unpacking, bathrooms floors looked dirty when we arrived, lots of cobwebs everywhere not just up high, considering it is all supposed to be Covid cleaned I’m not convinced. Neither of the bedside lights in the en-suite bedroom downstairs worked and my Dad went and brought bulbs on the 2nd day. I asked for the 2 single beds to be made as a super king bed which it wasnt. The fan in the en-suite in double bedroom upstairs didn’t work. The double bed downstairs was found to be very uncomfortable and my parents ended up moving beds part way through the week. Also the corner sofa was found to be very uncomfortable too. Such a shame as could be such a lovely property .

This is the third time we have stayed at Chy Lowen.

The property could do with a deep clean and a refresh in places because it is starting to show signs of wear and tear from regular letting. There are too many little things now that start to irritate. There is only so much a cleaner can do in a short space of time on changeover day. Given the price increases you have publishes for 2022, we are unlikely to stay again. At those prices, the property needs to be in 'show home' condition. We will look elsewhere. I'm not a fan of the 'Sykes' brand either.

Beautiful house in stunning location.

Perfectly placed for amenities. We were blessed with beautiful weather so took advantage of the BBQ and lovely garden. Few minor issues: several light bulbs throughout the house were out, master bedroom bathroom window did not close, extraction fan in second bedroom did not work, hifi that was listed was missing ,emergency torch did not work and lack of recycling. Other properties had kerbside recycling so not sure why this property didn’t. We took our recycling home as we could not in good conscious send it to landfill. However, these issues did not impact on our enjoyment of a beautiful house in a fantastic location and would certainly book again

We had a fabulous holiday in Carbis Bay.

Chy Lowen was everything we needed and was very comfortable.

Chylowen is a beautiful house to stay in.

It has everything you could possibly want. Its in a lovely quiet area. Location is great. Views are good. Absolutely love Carbis Bay.

"An enjoyable week spent in excellent well appointed accommodation. Location is good, quite and very clean. Would highly recommend. Thank you"

“Our stay at Chy Lowen was wonderful. The accommodation was excellent, comfortable, clean very bright and airy! All the rooms had a pleasant warmth to them, especially the open plan living room, kitchen, dining room with its fire as an addition, keeping us all warm. Chy Lowen is highly rated and this was all that could let it down. However, despite this minor issue, we would certainly consider staying at Chy Lowen again and indeed book through Carbis Holidays with any future bookings. The booking procedure, website and information on properties is very informative and helpful with honest ratings to help you choose the right property. Payment with prompt e-mail confirmations and subsequent information was professional and easy. “ H.McGarry

“I can't thank you enough for another wonderful Cornish holiday. We just love our time in Cornwall. It is so special & even although we have been many times we still find new adventures & still enjoy all the old haunts!! What makes your company very special to me is your standard of service and staff who are extremely helpful & cheery. Chy Lowen is a stunning, very clean & a well appointed property & we love it as our own! Brilliant to allow our dogs to holiday with us & still keep the high standard which is so important to me. We love coming here every year & god willing we will for many years to come. Thank all your staff involved as you are much appreciated.” N.Cooper

“We have just returned from Chy Lowen where we enjoyed a wonderful two week holiday. The property suited our needs perfectly. It was clean, well equipped and comfortable with a 'homely' feel - which was great for our two young granddaughters who settled into their new 'home' really quickly. We loved the views across the bay and the sunny garden gave us space to relax when we fancied a quieter time - we bought a small paddling pool and the girls played happily, splashing, filling buckets and pouring the water out. Carbis Bay has been a favourite annual holiday destination for us since 1980 and we have booked accommodation through Carbis Bay Holidays since 2003. I can honestly say that we have never been disappointed with any property we have stayed in.Thank you to everyone at CBH. We are already looking forward to next year's visits.” J.Symms

"We had a fabulous time!! Chy Lowen exceeded our expectations and I would almost go to say that it was the best rental property I have ever stayed in! The property is spacious, immaculately clean, cosy yet plush and I had the best few nights sleep that ive had in months! The location was great - The service from Carbis Bay Holidays was excellent - I wouldnt hesistate to recommend this property to anyone. Thank you for an unforgettable weekend." S. Hughes

"We really enjoyed our stay at Chy Lowen. It was an excellent property spotlessly clean,we all as a family enjoyed the excellent facilities of the house and spending some quality time together as a family for our sons 30th birthday and enjoying the surrounding area." T. James

"We had a wonderful holiday at Chy Lowen. The accommodation was everything we had been led to expect by your advertising, it was beautifully clean, spacious, and very well equipped. With 5 adults and one baby we had so much space coming home has been a shock! We loved the walk into St Ives, being able to walk meant that we were able to go far more often than we would have done had we to drive there. We discovered the newly opened Cafe (just before you get into Hayle), ' Birdies', I think, on the last morning which was a shame as we were very impressed with it and would have loved to have gone again. We would recommend the cafe to anyone who likes good, home-cooked food with an up to date outlook." L. Trickett

"We had a fantastic time at Chy Lowen and Carbis Bay. The accommodation certainly met our expectations in terms of standards and cleanliness. We were particularly impressed with some of the little touches that we were not expecting.....full Sky Package, complimentary coffee for the machine, welcome goodies, body boards......not to mention a bucket and spade! We were fortunately blessed with fantastic hot sunny weather all week which made it extra special. The views from the house were truly spectacular and we have not stopped talking about the holiday to family and friends since our return." G. Dykes

"Chy Lowen is a beautiful house in a great location. Furnished and equipped to a very high standard with everything you need for a perfect holiday.The welcome gifts were amazing and enjoyed by us all." N. Tuckett

"We had an amazing holiday full of friends and family, Chy Lowen is a perfect family home from home. Blue Bar over at PorthTowan is right on the beach and both child and dog friendly with some great food and wine." S. Lane

"Probably the best view we've ever had of any holiday villa we've stayed at, this includes the south of France, lake district, Devon, Germany etc. Just amazing! The house was very comfortable and had some little touches that we really loved - binoculars, really well equipped kitchen and lots of mugs, so you don't constantly have to wash up. The large fridge freezer was great and made sure we enjoyed the best of the local produce. The beds were all really comfortable and the linen good so we all slept really well. Carbis Bay is a great location, really quiet being residentail but a short walk to St Ives for all the hustle and bustle, perfect. Porthmeor beach cafe - we saw two seals swimming past whilst eating some of the best tapas and fish I've ever had . Magical! The Queens hotel St Ives - we pitched up on a rainy night and had some wonderful food, check out the menu it is just superb. And then to top it of they had an open mic night, a great time for everyone. Godolphin - we went for the bluebells and spent a great time at the property having a tour of the house and enjoying the local arts and crafts at the food and crafts fair.Glendurgan gardens - beautiful and with a great history.Clamoring over the rocks at Godrevy point and again we were joined by a seal for just a few minutes but they were very special moments.We always find Cornwall a special pace but this property made sure we could make the most of out time, even if just walking down to the beach and watching the waves roll in." L. & R. Standon

"We had a great time at Chy Lowen, Carbis Bay and St Ives. The weather wasn't great but it really didn't matter as we still found plenty to keep ourselves occupied.The property was extremely comfortable and well equipped and was of the quality and standard that we expect to receive via Carbis bay holidays. The property was clean, light and airy and contained everything we needed and more. We also ordered food via food4myholiday which was a blessing as when we arrived as it meant we had all of the basic supplies needed and some little luxuries to enjoy after a long journey. The complementary scones were great too - a lovely touch." J. Roberts

"We had a fabulous time in Chy Lowen at Carbis Bay, and would highly recommend the property to others. Having the en-suite baths was great, and the open feel of the kitchen and living area suited us well. We were very comfortable with six adults and a child, and the proximity of Tesco was convenient for anything we might have forgotten! The online booking process was easy, the accommodation was to a very high standard, and the property cleanliness were all superb. We enjoyed the walk down to Carbis Bay beach, and the walk through the Tregenna Castle Estate. We also visited Lands End, had a nice trip to the National Seal Sanctuary in Gweek and caught dinner one night in Padstow. All in all, a great holiday!" H.Hughes

"Thankyou we had a fabulous week and couldn't of wished for better weather for the time of year, fantastic meals at the Porthminster beach cafe restuarant, as was the breakfasts at the Porthmeor Beach cafe both served beautiful food at reasonable prices. We also loved the surf and beaches at Porthmeor and Perranporth and found the St. Eval go-carting and zip wiring on the same site very good as well." G. Pain

"We had the perfect relaxing holiday at Chy Lowen; didn't use the car once! The level of light in the house is so uplifting even on a dull day the environment gives you a real holiday feel. The kitchen was very well equipped, the outdoor space was excellent. We really appreciated the quality throughout the house We visited the Firehouse, and a great lunch at the Porthminster Beach Cafe!" A. McGuire

"We really enjoyed our week in Carbis Bay. Chy Lowen was beautiful, home from home and had everything we could wish for. We liked the open plan living area and the fact that all the bedrooms had a bathroom. It was in a lovely location with wonderful sea views. Very convenient to join the coastal path and walk the very scenic route in to St Ives or down to Carbis Bay beach. The nearest footpath to do this is just down the road in Parc Owles. All the beaches around here are lovely, Porthkidney is just round from Carbis Bay Beach where dogs can go all year round, although they can go on Carbis Bay beach before 8 a.m. and after 7 p.m. Lots of nice restaurants but we would highly recommend having a meal at Porthminster Beach Cafe and we also had a nice meal at The Captain’s Table which is upstairs in The Sloop Inn. It’s a nice walk in to St Ives in the evening and easy to get a taxi back to the house if too late to walk back. We had a wonderful week with lots of walking and look forward to coming back again soon." J. Davies

"We stayed at Chy Lowen, the standard of the property was excellent. It was very clean when we arrived and had everything that we needed. The views were stunning and the bedrooms lovely." Anon.

"Chy Lowen was beautiful. It was one of the best equipped houses we have stayed in and was in a good location, the nearby walks are stunning." C. Crittenden

"We attended Carbis Bay for my son's wedding, on arrival at Chy Lowen it is a lovely property with stunning views. The property was well located within an easy walk to St Ives but far enough for a peaceful stay. The property was very clean and had everything we required for our stay. The Cream tea that was left for us was a welcome treat. On our second day, Michelle our housekeeper delivered a new ironing board as she was aware we were attending a wedding, even though we had not mentioned this. This was a great help as I did not realise how many shirts required ironing. I would definitely book through Carbis Holidays again and thank you for our lovely stay in Cornwall." Rose-Marie Lovett

Lovely House, Great Holiday

"We stayed at Chy Lowen for 1 week in August 2019. We chose the house due to its number of bedrooms and bathrooms and location. Overall, we were delighted with our stay. The house has great views, very well equipped, good sized bedrooms and lovely open plan living area. The road is very quiet. Carbis Bay Holidays made the booking process straight forward and the key handover well organised."<br/>Jonathan Carlton-Gray

We had a great stay, thank you.

House was just what we wanted and even a covid New Year was a great night!

Had a lovely stay, beautiful house so comfortable and very well equipped or enjoyed plenty of walking sightseeing

Beautiful accommodation with fantastic views – a very relaxed holiday, so will be booking again :)

Beautiful house and views.

Comfy bed, good garden, clean and exactly what you want. Will come again!

Beautiful views, comfy beds, great garden – lovely house.

We have had a great week! Thank you Chy Lowen x

Had a great family holiday, fantastic views and house.

The walk up from the beach was certainly a workout. LOVED OUR HOLIDAY.