Vitamin Sea is the ideal base for families wishing to stay within the heart of St Ives town. Set across three floors, this two bedroom property, with open plan sitting room and kitchen, is spacious whilst still having that cosy cottage feel, which is frequently sought after in St Ives. The top bedroom has a beautiful feature window, where you can sit back, relax and even enjoy some sea views. A few steps from your front door will bring you out onto the harbour front, where you will be spoilt with a choice of enough bars, restaurants and shops to keep you entertained all week!
For those hoping to try something new, watersports equipment can be hired on Porthmeor Beach, which is a five minute walk away and daily boat trips run from the harbour in the warmer months.
sofa, armchair, bench seat, TV/DVD, electric stove, electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, Nespresso machine, washing machine, breakfast bar with four stools.
twin beds.
shower, WC, basin.
double bed, TV, full length feature window with sea views.
electric heating. WiFi, short breaks available.
Great location for everything in St Ives, easy to walk to. Lovely cottage, very well equipped would definitely come back.
Ms Charlesworth May 2019
Great location for all local amenities, galleries, shops, pubs and restaurants but lovely and quiet at the same time. Excellent cottage for New Year festivities.
Mrs Price December 2018
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Situated between Porthmeor Beach and the harbour, where fishermen still land a daily catch, holiday cottages in this area are ideally situated for those guests who want to stay right in the heart of the town within seconds of all St Ives has to offer. The cottages, most of which still retain much of their original character and features, have been updated to accommodate modern day living and offer a home from home whilst giving a true feeling of the real St Ives. Read about Holidays in St Ives.
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For two weeks only, Adventure 001, supporters of Cornwall Air Ambulance, will be bringing their helicopter experiences to St Ives! Choose from a 6 minute flight from £35 to a 30 minute flight from £96 and take in the incredible views across St Ives bay and beyond!
Dates TBC August 2019
A fun packed day hosted by the RNLI lifeboat Station. See the lifeboats on display and in action on the water with demonstrations featuring one of the HM Coastguard helicpoters!
August 2019
Now becoming a sellout event, this festival keeps attracting more and more visitors who come to enjoy a wide range of acts, including music, theatre, poetry and visual arts.
14th - 28th September 2019
Spend New Year's Eve in St Ives for an unforgettable evening at the largest fancy dress party in the county. Ring in the New Year with an unbeatable fireworks display by the sea.
31st December 2019
Find out more about New Year's Eve in St Ives here>
Held on the anniversary of the consecration of the Parish Church of St Eia in 1434 AD, Feast Day offers visitors to witness - and even join in with - some centuries-old traditions. A morning precesison led by the Mayor to bless the Well of St Eia. Following this, the Mayor will 'Hurls the Silver Ball' into a crowd of children who assemble on the beach below. The one who returns the ball to the Guildhall steps by midday receives a silver coin. In the afternoon the Mayor then throw pennies from the balcony of the Guildhall for children to collect.
4th February 2020
Growing in size and popularity, the St Ives Food Festival features top chefs, quality Cornish goods, sandcastle competitions for children and food demonstrations.
10th - 12th May 2020
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Great location for everything in St Ives, easy to walk to. Lovely cottage, very well equipped would definitely come back.
Ms Charlesworth May 2019
Great location for all local amenities, galleries, shops, pubs and restaurants but lovely and quiet at the same time. Excellent cottage for New Year festivities.
Mrs Price December 2018
Fantastic location, very comfortable cottage with lots of added extras to make for a lovely holiday.
Mrs Griffiths August 2018