Boundys House | St Ives | Lelant Saltings Sta | Cornwall

Customer rating

3.9★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

33 Customer Review(s)

Laura
August 2026

“Its a lovely cottage overall, great size for larger family groups and has very comfy beds however the road is quite noisy, if you are a light sleeper this might be an issue, it is also a shame if trying to enjoy the beautiful garden.”

It is a very old property, in need of some maintenance certainly externally so it if you are looking for sleek lines and perfection this is not the place for you but we did like the quirkiness of it. It also has some very low ceiling areas so not ideal if you are taller. Overall it was very well appointed and had everything we needed.

It is a very old property, in need of some maintenance certainly externally so it if you are looking for sleek lines and perfection this is not the place for you but we did like the quirkiness of it. It also has some very low ceiling areas so not ideal if you are taller. Overall it was very well appointed and had everything we needed.

- Laura, August 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the cottage overall and appreciated its spacious layout, comfortable beds, character, and excellent facilities. As the property is a Grade II listed building, double glazing is not an option as any alterations must preserve its historic character. We appreciate your comments regarding the road noise; however, this is a feature of the property's location and not something the owner is able to change. The cottage's age and original features are part of its charm and character. We have shared your comments regarding the exterior with the owner and would also note that the lower ceiling heights in certain areas are highlighted within the property listing to help guests make an informed choice before booking. Thank you again for your balanced and helpful feedback. We're delighted that the cottage was well equipped and had everything you needed for your stay. Property Owner
Emma June 2026

“Lovely well appointed house but needs a bit of a face lift in terms of decoration”

- Emma, June 2026
Mark June 2026

“Great place to stay for a holiday in cornwall good value”

- Mark, June 2026
Neil September 2025

“Great location, well equipped, super garden, dog friendly property.”

- Neil, September 2025
Dawn August 2025

“This is a wonderful cottage - with every thing we needed Home from home Had a brilliant week on st Ives Thank you”

- Dawn, August 2025
Sue July 2024

“Accept it’s an old property and aren’t fazed by cob webs etc , however on a noisy road - need secondary glazing didn’t sleep and ended up sleeping in the back bedroom in single beds!”

Sofa & carpets need steam cleaning Annoying cars from neighbours parking on pavement meant it was tricky to enter / exit the property. If there more than one car staying at the property might be a challenge. Garden was lovely, if you could get over the constant traffic noise. Birdies Cafe well worth a visit & Badger & Water Mill pub nice , Old Quay Inn very friendly with great views.

- Sue, July 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We're really glad you appreciated the charm of the garden and enjoyed visiting local gems like Birdies Café, the Badger & Water Mill pub, and the Old Quay Inn — they truly are special spots in the area! We completely understand that being on a main road can be a challenge for light sleepers, and we appreciate your suggestion regarding secondary glazing — it's something we will take into consideration. We have also taken note of your comments about the sofa, carpets, and parking situation. Cleanliness and convenience are top priorities for us, which is why we have since changed our cleaners your insights have helped us identify where we can do better. We're grateful you chose to stay with us and hope that, despite the issues, you were able to enjoy some of the unique character and beauty the property and surrounding area have to offer. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us enhance the experience for future guests. Property Owner
David July 2024

“I asked several times before travelling down as to whether there was a iron and ironing board in the house as i had a family event to attend.”

Also, as the listing mentioned a pond but didn't show any images i asked if it was covered or safe with dogs about. I heard nothing back on either of these points. There was an iron and an ironing board but the board didn't have a cover. As for the pond, really think the word pond is stretching it. It was a large puddle in a stone. My dog liked to drink from it though which i discouraged him from obviously. The garden itself was lovely and well kept. Spent many a chilled hour. It has sun all day and really is a treat for this part of Cornwall. The house was like visiting your grandparents house. It had a real family owned feel, and was generally fine. There are lots of spiders but that didn't bother us. Really think though that a double bed rather than two singles in the backroom away from traffic noise would be an idea. There was dirty linen in a bag in the bathroom, and might have brought back some creepy crawlies with us but not sure if that came from the house. I loved the kitchen feel, and liked the way you could open up the door to the garden. Equipment wise it was all fine, feel the TV could do with an upgrade. All in all at the right price we would return!

- David, July 2024

Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We're really pleased to hear that you enjoyed the garden and found it to be a relaxing space to unwind—it's lovely to know it brought you some peaceful moments during your stay. We're also glad the kitchen and overall family-owned feel of the house added to your experience, and that you'd consider returning at the right price! We sincerely apologize for the lack of communication regarding your questions before arrival. That’s not the experience we aim to provide, and we’ll be reviewing our messaging process to ensure guests receive timely and complete responses going forward. Thank you for pointing out the issue with the ironing board cover and the description of the pond—we’ll be updating our listing to better reflect reality and avoid any confusion. Your suggestions about the bedroom setup and TV upgrade are very helpful, and we’ll certainly take them into consideration as we continue to improve the space. We also appreciate your note about the linen and will be addressing this with our cleaning team to ensure everything is spotless and welcoming for future guests. Thanks again for your thoughtful comments - We’d love to welcome you back in the future! Property Owner
Gordon September 2023

“Review of Boundys House Whilst we appreciate that the building is listed we felt that the state of some of the facilities and the cleanliness left a lot to be desired.”

The huge crack in the kitchen sink is surely a hygiene issue as is the lack of grouting between the tiles in both the bathroom and the toilet. The entrance porch had that many cobwebs that it looked like it not been cleaned in a while. The level of dust (and in some cases dead flies) on the sash windows told a similar story. The top of the cooker hood had a layer of grease on it – when you consider how often guests use the cooker (the guest book is full of comments about guests eating out) this cannot have been cleaned for a long time. This lack of attention to maintenance and cleaning shows something of a disrespect to guests.

- Gordon, September 2023

Thanks so much for your honest feedback—we really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that some parts of the house didn’t meet your expectations. While Boundys House is a listed building with lots of character, we absolutely agree that cleanliness and upkeep should never be compromised. The issues you mentioned, like the cracked sink, missing grout, and cobwebs, are things we have looked into. Thanks again for your feedback, and we hope you’ll consider giving us another try in the future. Property Owner
Lee September 2023

“Shower fixings broken, sofa dirty and musty smell throughout the house.”

Very difficult to ventilate the house and dead flies, wasps and spiders webs around windows so needs a thorough clean. Train station close but one/two trains a day so pretty pointless. Location good in general but the car access is difficult due to parked vehicles blocking visibility. Probably wouldn’t stay again due to the above.

- Lee, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet expectations, and we truly appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention. We're already working on improvements, to ensure a more comfortable stay for future guests. We're glad you found the location generally good, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back with a much-improved experience. Property Owner
Colin June 2023

“A comfortable and well equipped cottage.”

The large secure garden was excellent for a lively 1 year old labrador! An very welcome bus service to St Ives and other places. Thank you very much for the welcome pack of goodies, much appreciated.

- Colin, June 2023
Neil March 2023

“We are a multiple Boundy's house user and it always reaches and exceeds our expectations”

- Neil, March 2023
Sarah August 2022

“Lovely house but not very clean Road is very busy and especially when there is a van parked out the front permanently which makes it hard to see could cause a nasty accident !”

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- Sarah, August 2022

Thank you for your feedback. In response to your comment, we have recently changed our cleaning company and therefore the cleanliness issue will now be resolved. Property Owner
Neil June 2022

“Excellent - A lovely surprise on our arrival as a thank you for booking Boundy's ( Our 6th or 7th time !”

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- Neil, June 2022
Joanne May 2022

“We enjoyed our stay in Boundys House and will be rebooking to stay again!”

Our dogs loved the garden, and it was lovely to be able to enjoy meals outside and the facilities are very comfortable which is just what you need for a relaxing stay! It is a character house, but we did feel that cleanliness could be improved as there was lots of cobwebs on surfaces such as fireplaces, cupboards and ceilings. We did have a car blocking our driveway on one day and reading the comments by a previous occupant where they were continually blocked in or out, it may be worth the owner putting a notice on the gates that they are in constant use as this does seem to be an ongoing issue.

- Joanne, May 2022
Carol April 2022

“Although the cottage was in a good location the road it was on was extremely busy.”

People parked vans outside the windows each day and night therefore could not open the blinds as there was no privacy. The vans being parked there also made it difficult to see when driving off the driveway onto the busy main road. Not very clean, used cotton wool pad in the wardrobe. Cobwebs through out the cottage (I appreciate that it is an old building but a quick check would of rectified this) Kitchen window would not open. Dishwasher had been left on and we walked into suds all over the kitchen floor so we had to mop the floor before we could bring anything in from the car. It's a pretty, quirky cottage that just needs tweaking and better detail to cleaning. I wouldn't stay there again due to the lack of privacy and the the busy road that's not to say that I wouldn't recommend it as it does have a lovely garden at the rear and the location is good.

- Carol, April 2022
Vivienne June 2021

“Cottage was gorgeous, garden beautiful and our dog loved it.”

Location brilliant and local restaurants were lively. Upstairs windows didn't open and it got very hot and be very aware of the busy road outside the cottage with younger children and dogs.

- Vivienne, June 2021

Thank you for taking the time to complete your feedback which we have discussed with the owner. Repairs to the windows are scheduled over the winter, due to the property being a listed building the windows are bespoke and crafted workmen have been difficult to source during covid. The listing mentions that the property is situated on the main road and of course care is needed with younger children and dogs. We are really pleased to hear you enjoyed Boundys House. Property Owner
Phil June 2021

“Advertised as separate WC in bathroom but it did not exist .”

Windows at the back did not open and the back bedroom was airless because of this . Hot tap over bath wobbles . Electric shower light flashes even after we changed the bulb . Rusty ill fitting front gates that one of our party cut herself on . The garden was really lovely and we were able to make good use of it and very safe for the dogs .

- Phil, June 2021

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback We do have a window on order to be handmade in line with the building regulations. Full size fans are provided in all the bedrooms. Electrician aware of flashing shower light, and has indicated it is not a hazard. Pleased you enjoyed the garden. Property Owner
Sally May 2021

“Lovely cottage a real home from home.”

Very comfortable beds ,nice hot shower. Well equipped kitchen and nice dining room and comfortable lounge. Lovely large garden all enclosed and gated. Lelant is very accessible on public transport to St Ives 15 min bus journey 2 min walk to bus stop or train station. Nice restaurant walking distance called The Old Forge excellent food very popular. Parking for 2 cars but very busy road and cars tend to be going faster than 30 limit when your trying to reverse. Despite this we did feel lucky to be staying in the cottage in such a very popular area after the easing of the lockdown and did very much enjoy our holiday .

- Sally, May 2021
John October 2020

“Good location with 4 eating venues within walking distance, easy public transport into St Ives (cheaper than parking) Beautiful cottage and garden.”

We would go back.

- John, October 2020
Lisa September 2020

“Fabulous cottage.”

So quirky just up our street. Immaculate clean. Road noise was noticable from the front bedrooms but I would say it is a listed building so is hard to replace windows The garden was great for the dogs and us. Loved the cottage feel with great beams etc. Host extremely helpful. loved loved loved the kitchen. Fantastic beaches all a short drive away. Highly RECOMMENDED

- Lisa, September 2020
Joan September 2020

“The cottage is in a great location, near St.”

Ives, St. Michael's Mount, Penzance, Sennen and Lands End. Lower Lelant has some lovely pubs and restaurants with some beautiful properties around them and some great coastal walks. The cottage itself was clean and it was like home from home, everything was available, particularly when it came to cooking. The garden was a great size for the dog also. Definitely recommend the cottage and the area... Thank you :-)

- Joan, September 2020
Debbie August 2020

“Nice property Lovely enclosed garden”

- Debbie, August 2020
David August 2020

“Excellent house in general.”

Very safe and brilliant garden. The only drawback was that the upstairs window in bedroom and bathroom did not open. Spacious and well equipped. Single toilet facility at times awkward for the amount of people staying. I really enjoyed my stay at the house.

- David, August 2020
Tony July 2019

“The cottage just needs double or triple glazing in both front bedrooms has traffic wakes you up very early.”

Also neighbours need to stop parking in front of the lounge window. if both things were sorted we would stop again

- Tony, July 2019
jennifer June 2019

“The cottage was perfect for our needs.”

The secure garden was fantastic for our puppy. Pub within walking distance was supherb and dog friendly with an outstanding menu and foods to suit every taste. We will be back next year as there was so much an offer we only go half way things on our list.

- jennifer, June 2019
Prue May 2019

“Boundys House was wonderful even though on a very busy main road.”

It had masses of space downstairs and a lovely garden. Beds were very comfortable. What was missing was inability to open windows (apart from the front bedroom which I occupied, and the toilet) as they seem to have been painted over. I always have to sleep with the window open so I could achieve that but the bathroom and other two bedrooms had sealed windows. The kitchen was very well equipped and there was plenty of crockery and cutlery and everything essential for cooking. We arrived by train so were using public transport to get around and it was so easy for us with the bus stops just yards from the house. We did find it a bit strange that only one toilet roll was supplied for 3 of us for 1 week! Clearly not anywhere near enough. I had requested ahead of our visit for a hairdryer and was told that it would be taken out of the locked area for me, and indeed it was there on arrival.

- Prue, May 2019
Tina May 2019

“We had a fantastic holiday the cottage was amazing very comfortable, all you needed to bring was your yourself and clothes.”

The garden was ideal for the dogs safe and secure. We will definitely be back next year.

- Tina, May 2019
Angela October 2018

“We found the cottage so cosy and comfortable and just as we required.”

The children loved their room and our room was very spacious, clean and comfortable. My daughter felt the same with her room. We loved the welcome tray, and the dog especially loved his biscuit and blanket, and the large garden. The cleanliness was exemplary and we tried to leave it as clean as we found it. All the home comforts were met and we look forward to returning next year.

- Angela, October 2018
Paul September 2018

“Very nice cottage , will book again but a little more attention to cleaning required i.”

E. cobwebs in windows and doorways and windows very dirty could not see through them when sun shining this was my only complaint though so in all very good and had a great time regards paul thornewell

- Paul, September 2018
Chris August 2018

“The house was very well equipped, with everything you would need.”

Brilliant position near St Ives and very importantly near the railway station, which we made a lot of use of. Also the 2 parking spaces were invaluable. The shower was brilliant !! A nice lot of room with different rooms to choose from. Bedrooms nice and big with ample space. However i feel it would be prudent to add to the listing that the head height in some of the house goes down to about 5' 6 inches and at its max 6 foot ish, therefore anybody taller than that, i.e. myself at 6' 3, would find themselves ducking when moving around the house and a feeling of being a little hemmed in. Secondly the decor could do with updating and there is evidence of water staining quite extensively in the dining room ceiling. The garden could have done with a tidy up. Having said that we enjoyed our holiday in Cornwall but probably wouldn't return to that particular property.

- Chris, August 2018
Linda July 2018

“We all had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend Boundy's House, but be careful of small height doors and the beam going up the stairs.”

I was fine being a shorty lol. A lovely property with everything you would possibly need to hand. Regards Linda Stubbs

- Linda, July 2018
Rod June 2018

“Not being able to leave the dog alone was a problem.”

Because of the heatwave he couldn’t be left in the car either . Didn’t like cars being parked outside the lounge window and blocking the light.

- Rod, June 2018
Derek June 2018

“Cottage very clean, spacious and well provisioned.”

Ideal location for bus and train. Some negative points: 1. Info says parking for three cars - this is very optimistic; only one car fits inside gates, another behind, but that’s it. It would need to be three very, very small cars! Parking outside cottage tends to be used by other drivers. 2. Only one toilet in very small room with a cistern that takes a very long time to refil - would be very frustrating with six people staying. 3. Cottage is right on busy and noisy road and other people tend to park their cars outside windows, blocking light. Despite above however, we enjoyed our stay and would consider booking again.

- Derek, June 2018

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x double, 1 x twin
Kitchen with slate floor and ornamental fireplace
Sitting room one with large inglenook and open fire, sitting room two double-aspect comfy sofas and chaise longue
Dining room
Bathroom with bath, shower over basin
Separate WC and basin.
Central heating with open fire
Microwave, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available on request
Off road parking for three cars
Enclosed garden
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, Sorry no smoking
Note: this cottage has quirky features due to its age and so there are low beams in the living room and some doorways may be a little shorter than average, the stairs are also a little steeper than average and have ropes to hold on to rather than banisters.

The property

3 miles from St Ives, on the main road leading to Lelant (pretty village, sandy beach), a beautifully restored, Grade II listed, semi-detached cottage, once a shop with parts originating from the 18th cent..

Large and lovely enclosed garden (table/chairs) with lawn, mature shrubs and trees, a small pond (netted) and plenty of space for surfboards/bicycles/kayaks. Inside, lots of character with beams and low lintels (lowest 5'8").

Gates to porch (space for boots/shoes/coats).

Door and 2 steps down into airy kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, fridge-freezer, gas cooker) with slate floor and ornamental fireplace.

Cosy sitting room with large inglenook (open fire) and window seat.

Big, smart double-aspect living room with TV/DVD, sofas and chaise longue.

Dining room.

Steep stairs (rope rail, stairgate) up to three bedrooms up a step from landing - a large double (5' bed), another double, and, up 2 more steps, a twin; bathroom (suite, shower over bath); loo.

A wonderfully spacious cottage in a popular area of west Cornwall, on an excellent bus route or easy to catch the lovely coastal train to St Ives. St Ives: popular, attractive old harbour fishing town, surrounded by four superb beaches.

Narrow, cobbled streets, splendid Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth’s studios.

Leisure centre (indoor pool).

On the railway.

Superb cliff/headland walks to Zennor (good pub), and beyond.

Golf, 2 miles; Penzance, 9; Land’s End, 16.

Carbis Bay,1½ miles.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

ST IVES

Penzance 6 miles.

One of Cornwall's prettiest harbour towns, St Ives offers narrow streets, tight-packed cottages nestling around the quayside, the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth museum, fabulous beaches, superb shops, a thriving community of artists, great pubs and restaurants and much more. With its semi Bohemian lifestyle and romantic air, it's easy to see why this is the county's premier holiday resort. The surrounding area has much for the visitor to see and do with abundant wildlife, fabulous coastal walks, top quality surfing and the Celtic mysteries of the Land's End Peninsula are all within easy reach. A superb destination!

Note: this cottage has quirky features due to its age and so there are low beams in the living room and some doorways may be a little shorter than average, the stairs is also a little steeper than average and have ropes to hold on to rather than banisters.

Please Note: There is a 3 night minimum stay.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Its a lovely cottage overall, great size for larger family groups and has very comfy beds however the road is quite noisy, if you are a light sleeper this might be an issue, it is also a shame if trying to enjoy the beautiful garden.”

“Lovely well appointed house but needs a bit of a face lift in terms of decoration”

“Great place to stay for a holiday in cornwall good value”

“Great location, well equipped, super garden, dog friendly property.”

“This is a wonderful cottage - with every thing we needed Home from home Had a brilliant week on st Ives Thank you”

“Accept it’s an old property and aren’t fazed by cob webs etc , however on a noisy road - need secondary glazing didn’t sleep and ended up sleeping in the back bedroom in single beds!”

“I asked several times before travelling down as to whether there was a iron and ironing board in the house as i had a family event to attend.”

“Review of Boundys House Whilst we appreciate that the building is listed we felt that the state of some of the facilities and the cleanliness left a lot to be desired.”

“Shower fixings broken, sofa dirty and musty smell throughout the house.”

“A comfortable and well equipped cottage.”

“We are a multiple Boundy's house user and it always reaches and exceeds our expectations”

“Lovely house but not very clean Road is very busy and especially when there is a van parked out the front permanently which makes it hard to see could cause a nasty accident !”

“Excellent - A lovely surprise on our arrival as a thank you for booking Boundy's ( Our 6th or 7th time !”

“We enjoyed our stay in Boundys House and will be rebooking to stay again!”

“Although the cottage was in a good location the road it was on was extremely busy.”

“Cottage was gorgeous, garden beautiful and our dog loved it.”

“Advertised as separate WC in bathroom but it did not exist .”

“Lovely cottage a real home from home.”

“Good location with 4 eating venues within walking distance, easy public transport into St Ives (cheaper than parking) Beautiful cottage and garden.”

“Fabulous cottage.”

“The cottage is in a great location, near St.”

“Nice property Lovely enclosed garden”

“Excellent house in general.”

“The cottage just needs double or triple glazing in both front bedrooms has traffic wakes you up very early.”

“The cottage was perfect for our needs.”

“Boundys House was wonderful even though on a very busy main road.”

“We had a fantastic holiday the cottage was amazing very comfortable, all you needed to bring was your yourself and clothes.”

“We found the cottage so cosy and comfortable and just as we required.”

“Very nice cottage , will book again but a little more attention to cleaning required i.”

“The house was very well equipped, with everything you would need.”

“We all had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend Boundy's House, but be careful of small height doors and the beam going up the stairs.”

“Not being able to leave the dog alone was a problem.”

“Cottage very clean, spacious and well provisioned.”

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About the location

ST IVES