The Pearl | St Ives | Cornwall | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

26 Customer Review(s)

Lynn
October 2023

“We loved our stay at The Pearl.”

What with the lovely furnished and decorated apartment, the view was to die for. Just loved waking up to view of the sea. We had the most wonderful time and wouldn't hesitate in returning.

What with the lovely furnished and decorated apartment, the view was to die for. Just loved waking up to view of the sea. We had the most wonderful time and wouldn't hesitate in returning.

- Lynn, October 2023
Alan September 2023

“Beautiful views from a lovely apartment with everything of st Ives and Carbis bay only a short walk away”

- Alan, September 2023
Carly August 2023

“We had an amazing stay at The Pearl.”

The property was beautifully decorated and furnished, very clean and everything you could possibly want was provided. The view is just stunning and you could just look out all day as it is so mesmerising. The owner has really gone above and beyond with this luxurious property. The extra gifts on arrival are a lovely touch. Would highly recommend and will definitely be returning.

- Carly, August 2023

Thank you for taking your time to leave such lovely feedback, it is much appreciated we are pleased to hear you had an amazing stay and we look forward to welcoming you back again in the future. Kind Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Wenda July 2023

“Absolutely perfect apartment, beautiful decor, very clean and fantastic views of St Ives.”

Easy walk to Porthminster beach ( which is perfect white sand and crystal aqua water) Great for families, can hire kayaks, boards etc at a reasonable price too. Lovely walk downhill into town . Very hilly , so the walk back is a little taxing depending on fitness, but worth it. I've only given a 9 for comfort as the bed and pillows were hard and so our sleep wasn't perfect. Thankyou to the owners for the gifts on arrival, such a nice touch

- Wenda, July 2023

Thank you so much for your wonderful and constructive feedback! We are thrilled to hear you have enjoyed your time at The Pearl and are saddened to hear you have found bed and mattress hard. We note this is very much down to personal preference but want to assure you that your feedback has been taken on board and will get reviewed. We thank you again for your feedback and hope to get the opportunity to welcome you back soon! With Kind Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Sandy July 2023

“Brilliant apart from the hard bed!”

Would stop me coming back which is a real shame as loved the rest.

- Sandy, July 2023

Thank you for your feedback, sorry to hear you found the bed uncomfortable, we appreciate this is down to personal preference however we have passed this onto the owner of The Pearl for their consideration. Property Owner
Mark July 2023

“Fantastic stay, thank you.”

Felt like it was all designed to such high standards and real thought has been put into the usability. Genuinely faultless and would gladly stay again. Incredible views and easy to access/park etc. Very clean, bedding, towels etc were all super comfy. Added bonus was no neighbours underneath or to the sides. Highly recommend.

- Mark, July 2023

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the near future. Best wishes, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Sophie June 2023

“We had another fabulous stay at the Pearl.”

This is our second time and the property is wonderful and has a brilliant location just a few moments from Portminster beach and St Ives. The only reason I haven't given 10/10 is because the beds are so uncomfortable! I really think the owner should be kind to their guests and invest in a decent mattress - it would have been nice to leave feeling more rested than when I arrived!

- Sophie, June 2023
Alison June 2023

“A lovely apartment with the most beautiful views.”

Well equipped and very comfortable. We had a fabulous week and will definitely return in the future - it is definitely worth the 7 hour drive.

- Alison, June 2023

We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your lovely feedback and for taking the time to leave a review, we really appreciate it and hope to get the opportunity to welcome you back soon! Best wishes from the Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Teresa April 2023

“Stunning property in a perfect location, immaculate and beautifully finished.”

The views are spectacular and just a short walk into St Ives, had an amazing stay!!

- Teresa, April 2023

Thank you for your fantastic feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you loved the property & the area! Thank you again and we hope to welcome you back in the future. Kinds Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Karen February 2023

“We had a fabulous stay at The Pearl in St Ives.”

The property was stunning and of the highest possible standards. Everything was wonderful. The views were spectacular. Thank you for a wonderful holiday.

- Karen, February 2023

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you loved the property and your stay! Thank you so much again for your comments and we hope to welcome you back in the future. Kinds Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Geoffrey October 2022

“Very much as described: A quite wonderful apartment.”

We have been to St Ives many times over the years and this was the best accommodation (and most stunning views) we've ever had. A well equipped and comfortable home-from-home.

- Geoffrey, October 2022

Thank you very much for your excellent comments following your recent holiday at The Pearl and we are so pleased that you thought the apartment was wonderful and that you appreciated it’s stunning views down onto the Beach. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, The Carbis bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Bernard October 2022

“Fantastic apartment in what is surely one of the most prominent positions overlooking St Ives Bay.”

The amazing window arrangement, front, back and side allow spectacular views of the town, railway and harbour activity and long ranging views up the coast. Binoculars recommended! The lounge, kitchen and dining areas have a lovely open and homely feel, and are flooded with light. I particularly loved the high angular ceilings on the upper floor. The zip and link superking bed with the comfy topper ensured a sound sleep. A couple of minor issues: I would like to see the parking bays for 7 and 8 marked out, to ensure correct and quicker parking. Also some sections of the wooden floor would benefit from specialist preparation to address the grease marks in the wood grain. After many repeat stays in other Carbis Bay locations, I think this is certainly one of the very best, and will return.

- Bernard, October 2022
Nigel August 2022

“Wow, what an apartment.”

A Cornish luxury break in a British summer. We loved it. Views breathtaking of St Ives harbour & bay and Porthminister beach at its best. Not cheap but you get what you pay for. Facilities all high end and high quality. We would not hesitate recommending or booking again. Access to beach v easy and quick. Access to town v easy and a reserved car park space is awesome. Felt v at home and you will too. Thank you.

- Nigel, August 2022
Sarah Jayne August 2022

“For the price of the stay we would have liked a coffee machine.”

I think there needs to be a small bin in the main bedroom. The chain on the car park was temperamental, and we couldn’t find any bin bags. Apart from that it was a fantastic week and we would stay again.

- Sarah Jayne, August 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback and comments following you stay at The Pearl. We are happy to hear you had a fantastic stay and will be returning. We appreciate your comments and will pass them on. We are looking forward to welcome you back soon! Kind Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Duncan July 2022

“Lovely property with beautiful views over St Ives harbour.”

Perfect location with easy access to the beach (albeit down a very steep road!) and town. We loved the apartment, easy parking, very clean, modern decoration and with everything we needed for a great family holiday. Highly recommended.

- Duncan, July 2022

Dear Mr Percival Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are so pleased to hear you had a great family holiday. The Pearl is perfectly located with beautiful views. We do hope to welcome you back again soon. Best Regards The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Emma July 2022

“The pearl is a beautiful property with amazing views waking up to that view every morning made the holiday for me , It was immaculate with some lovely finishing touches Location was great just a short walk down to the beach and into town .”

We would definitely stay here again . And I would definitely recommend it.

- Emma, July 2022

Thank you so much for your wonderful, positive feedback as it is very important to us! It makes us happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Kind Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Lawrence June 2022

“Amazing property with amazing views, perfect for the train station, beach and a lovely 10-15 minute walk into St Ives.”

Otherwise it's easy to access just after driving through Carbis Bay. The parking space was very useful and allowed us to use the apartment as a base. I really couldn't recommend this place more and we'd love to stay again in the future. I'm just sorry we didn't leave a note in the guest book as we didn't have a pen! :( Thanks!

- Lawrence, June 2022

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you loved the property and your stay! Thank you so much again for your comments and we look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. Kinds Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Kevin June 2022

“The pearl was definitely 5 star accommodation, we will stay here again when we viste St ives again.”

- Kevin, June 2022
Katherine May 2022

“Stunning views from the living room and master bedroom.”

A close walk to Porthmister beach and into St Ives was a real plus as was having a parking space at the property. This meant we didn't need to take the car into St Ives at all. Beds were very confortable and kitchen was very well equipped.

- Katherine, May 2022

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us your wonderful feedback. We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back in the near future. Kind Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Hamilton April 2022

“The property was spotlessly clean.”

The add for the pearl did not do justice to the spectacular view. There was lovely touches to welcome us to ‘The Pearl’ which also was our 30th wedding anniversary (pearl). Our holiday was really nice thanks to how well the accommodation was located and we even had the weather.

- Hamilton, April 2022

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. The views and location are stunning and we are so pleased to hear you had the weather too! Happy Anniversary from all at Carbis Bay Holidays. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Best Regards The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Gina April 2022

“The Pearl was just as described.”

The views from the living area and master bedroom are spectacular. Very much a home from home, everything is provided for a very comfortable stay. Just minutes to both Porthminster beach and into St Ives town, St Ives other beaches also accessible on foot, we barely used our car, other than for a day out to Porthleven. The parking space very much appreciated, its so difficult to find a property with parking in St Ives. We also enjoyed a costal walk to Carbis Bay, only half an hour from the property. A wonderful week, many thanks!

- Gina, April 2022

Dear Mrs Austin, Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased to hear you had a wonderful week. The Pearl and its views are spectacular! Best Regards The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Ben April 2022

“Absolutely stunning location, we thoroughly enjoyed staying at the apartment which was within just a few mins walk of the town centre and beaches.”

Facilities were top quality and very comfortable. Would highly recommend!

- Ben, April 2022

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are so pleased you thoroughly enjoyed your stay. Best Regards The Carbis Bay Holidays Team Property Owner
Angela October 2021

“Please provide recycling facilities/collection.”

It’s confusing when some of the other properties have access to this. Otherwise comfortable property with great facilities and incredible position!

- Angela, October 2021
Clare September 2021

“The Pearl is a lovely apartment with stunning views over Porthminster beach and St Ives.”

The apartment is very clean, spacious and well equipped. St Ives is within walking distance. Like another reviewer, we also found the bed quite uncomfortable. It could do with a mattress topper and some thicker pillows. That being said to wake up to the view made it more bearable. We would recommend and hope to come back to St Ives soon.

- Clare, September 2021

Dear Ms McDuff, Firstly, thank you for taking the time to complete feedback request regarding your recent stay at The Pearl. Its lovely to hear you had an enjoyable holiday and you would recommend. The Pearl is in a brilliant location; not far to stroll into St Ives or down the Porthminster beach, and then the ease of being able to explore the rest of Cornwall. We look forward to inviting you back in the near future, Kind Regards, Owner Relations Team, Carbis Bay Holidays Property Owner
Lorna August 2021

“Great holiday in a very well positioned apartment.”

The views from the apartment are fantastic!! The apartment is very spacious and we really enjoyed our stay. We do feel though that come improvements could be made. Firstly a comfy bed! the apparent ‘king size’ bed was smaller than expected ( feet hanging out the end) and very hard and lumpy so we didn’t sleep as well as we could have. Also there’s no where to hang and dry wetsuits, this would be hugely beneficial given the location, and we felt the storage cupboard upstairs could make a good drying room. The bin in the kitchen is rubbish and needs replacing, and lack of recycling was also very disappointing. We did had a fabulous holiday and would love to come back (if the bed was changed) but looking at the prices for next year and how they’ve hiked up, I don’t think we will!

- Lorna, August 2021

Dear Ms Flanagan, Firstly, thank you for taking the time to complete feedback request. Its lovely to hear you had an enjoyable holiday. Please be assured we will note the points you have raised and action accordingly. In regard to the prices, there has been a huge demand for stay-cations this year and for 2022, which has increased prices in line with other letting agencies throughout the country. Prices also vary in line with the way school holiday weeks fall, and are also subject to annual price reviews. We would like to reassure you that the prices for 2022 are all monitored very closely and priced with seasonal variance and demand to establish the right balance. We look forward to inviting you back in the near future, Kind Regards, Owner Relations Team, Carbis Bay Holidays Property Owner
David June 2021

“The location is excellent with a very short walk to the beach and only 5 minute walk into town.”

Thanks

- David, June 2021

Dear Mr Smith, Thank you for taking the time to submit your feedback regarding your stay at The Pearl. Its lovely to hear you had an enjoyable stay. We look forward to inviting you back in the near future, Kind Regards, Owner Relations Team, Carbis Bay Holidays Property Owner

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Summary

Duplex beach front apartment, over two floors, Two bedroom: 1 x king, 1 x twin, 1 x Family bathroom with enclosed shower, wash basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x WC with wash basin, Open-plan living space with kitchen/diner and sitting area.
Gas central heating
Oven, 4 ring ceramic hob, combi microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer dishwasher, TV to lounge, TV to master bedroom, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair provided; we request that guests provide their own cot bedding, Off-road parking for one car, Sorry no pets, no smoking
Shops, beaches, and pubs within a short walk.

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The Pearl, as the name suggests, offers something rather unique and priceless which comes apparent as you step into the living area of this duplex luxury apartment. To fully appreciate this natural beauty, open the glass doors of the Juliet balcony and breathe in the fresh Cornish air and wonder at the most amazing picture-postcard view. Take a seat on the comfy sofa with a glass of wine and celebrate a breathtaking Cornish vista stretching from Porthminster Beach to St Ives Harbour and out towards the island. It's so stunning you may want to spend your holiday right here, but you'll be delighted to hear a similar view is available from the Master Bedroom too. Comfortably sleeping four, in two bedrooms this luxury holiday home is ideal for a small family or a romantic couples escape to the Cornish coast. Its location is perfect too, with the town, restaurants and beach all within a short stroll and the St Ives branch line close by to explore Cornwall further by train and without the hassle of a car. Highlights - The Pearl is a duplex luxury sea view apartment in the St Eia development in St Ives. - Children welcome - Regret no pets. No smoking. - Stunning harbour and sea views from the living area and master bedroom. Entertainment - Complimentary Super-fast broadband. - 43" Sony TV to living area. - 32" Sony TV to master bedroom. - Selection of board games, library of books, O.S. Maps and information on the local area. Access - Access to the apartment is via fifteen steps to the front door. - Detailed access statement available on request. Parking - There is an allocated private parking space for one car. For Famlies - Complimentary travel cot and high chair available. - We request that guests' provide their own cot bedding. Living Area This beautifully stylish space is framed by two floor to ceiling glass doors, which open out to a Juliet balcony and a picture-postcard Cornish seaside view. This wonderful vista stretches from Porthminster Beach to St Ive's harbour and right out to the Island. Light floods in through these doors and a side bay window making the space light and airy and the outdoor theme follows though inside with seaside style artwork, shell themed wallpaper and a wonderful shell shaped mirror. Relax into the comfy sofa, large enough to seat five, and perfectly positioned to enjoy the views or enjoy a film on the large screen TV. A circular wooden coffee table and stylish reading lamp have also been provided to help you set the mood to chill out and lose yourself in a good book. Dining Area Part of the open plan living space, the dining area is located to the rear of the property. Two bay windows allow natural light to flood the space making it a light and comfortable area to dine in style. A wooden dining table with chairs to comfortably seats six and a stylish glass bowl as a centrepiece provides an idyllic setting to enjoy family meals together or to entertain friends. Entrance Hallway To benefit from the sea views the entrance to the apartment is reached via fifteen steps. A hallway with two hanging pegs for outdoor coats and a tray for shoes are a nice welcome. Kitchen The open plan kitchen and dining area are towards the rear of the apartment. Designed with beautiful German Nolte kitchen units and top of the range Meile appliances, this spacious area provides you with everything and more for your holiday. Featuring an integral Meile oven and combination microwave oven, 4 ring ceramic hob, extractor fan, fridge-freezer, dishwasher and washerdryer. A Quooker tap and Blanco sink continue the high spec found in this stylish space and the owners have provided a selection of all the crockery, glassware and utensils you need in your luxurious home by the sea. Utility Cupboard For your convenience, an iron, ironing board and clothes airier are stored in a separate utility cupboard. It is located on the first floor between the bedrooms. Sleeping Master Bedroom The master bedroom is located on the first floor offering stunning sea, beach and harbour views. Nothing tops waking up in the morning to the beauty of watching the ocean splashing onto the beach below. The calming seaside setting outside continues to flow inside with natural light streaming in through the large glass windows, leaving a bright comfortable and relaxing feel to the room. A luxurious king-sized bed offers a peaceful night's sleep. A comfy chair and a desk to write out your postcards are both styled with contemporary reading lamps, to set the mood desired. A double wardrobe provides plenty of space for your holiday outfits. A full-length mirror and one above the desk and a hairdryer are all provided, perfect for getting ready for a night out. Lie back and watch the ocean or enjoy relaxing watching a film in bed on the 32" Sony TV. Bedroom Two Bedroom two is also located on the first floor but to the rear of the property. This relaxing room benefits from views of the golf course through a large glass window in the centre of the room. This window allows natural light to flow in making the room bright and airy. Set as a twin as standard, the two single beds can be made into a Superking zip and link bed on request. A double wardrobe, two bedside tables with contemporary reading lights and a desk with a mirror above are also provided. There's even a comfy chair to relax in and enjoy your favourite book. There is timber heated flooring throughout this luxury apartment so your toes should be toasty all year. Bathrooms Family Bathroom The family bathroom is on the first floor and conveniently situated between the bedrooms. Tiled throughout the wet areas, it features a large overhead rainfall with handheld shower, glass enclosure, bath, WC, large washbasin with under storage space, chrome heated towel rail, mirror and shaver point. WC A WC is located conveniently on the ground floor in the hallway. It comprises of a WC and small washbasin, mirror and shaver point. This property can be booked in conjunction with The Oyster - Ref 1073877 which is located just across the communal hall.

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Ground Floor

St Eia

St Eia is located above Porthminster Beach with panoramic views of St Ives and beyond with onsite parking for one car per property.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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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!

There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £250 for this property.

Access to the apartment is via fifteen steps to the front door.
The second bedroom is fitted with two single beds as standard, which can be arranged as a super-king size upon request.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We loved our stay at The Pearl.”

“Beautiful views from a lovely apartment with everything of st Ives and Carbis bay only a short walk away”

“We had an amazing stay at The Pearl.”

“Absolutely perfect apartment, beautiful decor, very clean and fantastic views of St Ives.”

“Brilliant apart from the hard bed!”

“Fantastic stay, thank you.”

“We had another fabulous stay at the Pearl.”

“A lovely apartment with the most beautiful views.”

“Stunning property in a perfect location, immaculate and beautifully finished.”

“We had a fabulous stay at The Pearl in St Ives.”

“Very much as described: A quite wonderful apartment.”

“Fantastic apartment in what is surely one of the most prominent positions overlooking St Ives Bay.”

“Wow, what an apartment.”

“For the price of the stay we would have liked a coffee machine.”

“Lovely property with beautiful views over St Ives harbour.”

“The pearl is a beautiful property with amazing views waking up to that view every morning made the holiday for me , It was immaculate with some lovely finishing touches Location was great just a short walk down to the beach and into town .”

“Amazing property with amazing views, perfect for the train station, beach and a lovely 10-15 minute walk into St Ives.”

“The pearl was definitely 5 star accommodation, we will stay here again when we viste St ives again.”

“Stunning views from the living room and master bedroom.”

“The property was spotlessly clean.”

“The Pearl was just as described.”

“Absolutely stunning location, we thoroughly enjoyed staying at the apartment which was within just a few mins walk of the town centre and beaches.”

“Please provide recycling facilities/collection.”

“The Pearl is a lovely apartment with stunning views over Porthminster beach and St Ives.”

“Great holiday in a very well positioned apartment.”

“The location is excellent with a very short walk to the beach and only 5 minute walk into town.”