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Bay Hill Cottage
Porthminster, St Ives
A stunning view over St Ives Bay from the sitting room area, enjoy relaxing in the recliner chairs with a cold G&T.
Light the woodburner and cosy up watching the waves in the Bay.
The sitting room is the perfect cosy space to snuggle up in the evenings with wine and nibbles.
Sit on the sofa and gaze out at the stunning views of wonderful St Ives.
Enjoy a gin and tonic overlooking the stunning view across St Ives.
Unwind with a good book and cuppa with the harbour backdrop.
The kitchen and dining area are spacious and light, with a contemporary kitchen and a fabulous view!
The kitchen is well-equipped with an ocean blue theme.
The table seats six guests so you can enjoy meals together as a family.
Let the sunshine in and sit and gaze out at the beautiful far-reaching sea views.
The seating area in the kitchen/dining area is the perfect space to relax with a good book.
This open plan space means you can entertain whilst cooking up a storm.
Bedroom 3 has a double bed with modern panelling creating a calming space to rest your head each night.
Enjoy breakfast in the morning with a view you will never forget.
Stylish interiors complete this wonderful bedroom.
Enjoy a good book and a nice cup of tea, overlooking St Ives Harbour and beach.
Bedroom 2 also has a calming colour scheme and offers a relaxing night's sleep.
Enjoy a good book before drifting off to sleep after a busy day rambling the coast path.
Bedroom 1 is located on the first floor and has twin beds perfect for kids.
The nautical decor reflects the close proximity to the beach and ocean.
Crisp white linen awaits you for a dreamy night's slumber.
The family bathroom has a bath or shower to choose from.
Run yourself a relaxing bath and unwind from the stresses of daily life.
The view from Bay Hill Cottage is beautiful encompassing St Ives Harbour, beach, town and vast ocean.
Being only a short walk from Porthminster beach you can spend your days sunbathing in the sand.
The downstairs cloakroom has a basin and WC and perfectly caters for all six guests.
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Bay Hill Cottage is a wonderfully light and welcoming three storey home with fantastic views across St Ives harbour over to Godrevy Lighthouse from the kitchen, sitting room and master bedroom - not forgetting you will have the best views ever from a staircase window! With one parking space directly in front of the cottage, you can simply arrive, unpack and hit the beach without a worry in the world!
Being only a very short walk down to Porthminster beach, you are within easy access of St Ives town with all of its shops, restaurants, galleries and one of the best surfing beaches of West Cornwall.
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Where you'll sleep
Entrance
several steps lead up from the parking to the front door of the cottage into:
Kitchen/dining area
gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, table with seating for six, boot/coat storage area, seating area with two armchairs, sea views, stairs leading to first floor sitting room and bedroom 1.
Downstairs cloakroom
basin, WC.
Bedroom 1
twin beds.
Sitting room
large sofa, two recliner armchairs, Smart TV/DVD, stunning sea views, stairs to second floor bedrooms.
Bedroom 2
double bed.
Family bathroom
bath with shower over, basin and WC.
Bedroom 3
king size bed, dressing table, upholstered accent chair, superb sea views.
Additional information
gas central heating, the stairwell is narrow and has limited headroom, parking space located outside the front of the property suitable for a small/medium sized car. Please note; the hill to the beach is steep and may not be suitable for elderly or people with limited mobility, WiFi, short breaks available.
Our second visit to this lovely comfortable cottage. Beautiful views from the lounge and main bedroom. Furnished to a very high standard and very clean, light and airy.
Mr Nicholson May 2023
Excellent holiday in an excellent property with a view to die for . Will definitely be back
Mr Orr August 2022
Holidays in Porthminster
The gateway to St Ives, Porthminster offers breathtaking scenery and a plethora of activities for all the family to enjoy. Ideally located for a seaside holiday, this picturesque bay boasts a stunning beach with soft golden sands, perfect for year-round relaxation. Experience awe-inspiring sunsets, delicious dining at the renowned Porthminster Beach Café, along with a range of exciting watersports.
Many of our holiday cottages in Porthminster boast magnificent sea views and are mere moments from the soft sands and turquoise waters of the beach. Whilst the vibrant heart of St Ives harbourside is just a short walk away. Porthminster is perfectly placed for an unforgettable family holiday by the sea. Read more about holidays in St Ives here.
Top tip
Indulge in lunch with a view at Porthminster Beach Cafe.
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Stroll along tranquil sands as paddleboarders float by!
Dreamy views from Porthminster beach across to St Ives.
An idyllic spot for trying all manner of watersports, from paddleboarding to kayaking and more.
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What our guests say...
We know how important honest reviews are when it comes to booking your holiday. To help you choose the right property for you, we publish all reviews left by guests who have stayed here in the past, with the few exceptions stated in our Review Guidelines. Please bear in mind that some facilities referred to by past guests in reviews can be removed or changed at any time.
Our second visit to this lovely comfortable cottage. Beautiful views from the lounge and main bedroom. Furnished to a very high standard and very clean, light and airy.
Mr Nicholson Jun 2023
Excellent holiday in an excellent property with a view to die for . Will definitely be back
Mr Orr Aug 2022
Enjoyable holiday at Bay Tree Cottage - fantastic views of the harbour and island area all helped by very good weather.
Mr Nicholson Jun 2022
Our family of 4 had a brilliant holiday at Bay Hill Cottage. The view over St Ives from the living room, master bedroom and kitchen is totally stunning. We sat looking out from the living room in the swivel chairs for hours.
Porthminster beach is a 5 minute walk and the rest of St Ives not far at all. We loved being able to walk into town and got used to the steep hill returning home.
The cottage has everything we needed and more. Spotlessly clean and comfortable.
Mrs French Apr 2022
This is our second stay at the property. The views are phenomenal. The Cottage is very clean and well equipped. It’s in a lovely location with its own parking spot which is a bonus for St Ives.
Mrs Loades Oct 2021
We enjoyed a wonderful week at Bay Hill Cottage. The situation is tremendous with stunning views of the bay, harbour and town. The cottage is well appointed, comfortable and very clean, beds are very comfortable & cosy. Although there were six of us the cottage felt spacious. We certainly hope to return.
Mrs Smith Jul 2021
Wow amazing views and a beautiful property, very cosy, clean and comfortable. We made good use of the well equipped kitchen and facilities and enjoyed cooking four evening meals whilst staying at Bay Hill. Situated in a great location 10 mins walk to town or 2mins walk to Porthminster Beach but it’s at the top of a steep hill so don’t recommend to anyone with mobility issues. We would highly recommend this property and hope to return again.
Mrs Marshall Jul 2021
Lovely house with amazing views. Exceptionally comfortable and excellent location.
Mrs Tamblyn Jun 2021
Beautiful cottage and location. Fantastic amenities and very clean. Really homely. Outstanding views over porthminster bay, we are missing it already!!
Mr Smith Jun 2021
What a wonderful find Bay Hill Cottage was we have been coming to St Ives for many years and have stayed in so many properties but this one is special it has some of the best views you will ever get from every window, just sitting looking out to them every day was fabulous, Bay Hill Cottage had everything we needed and is so lovely inside it is very tastefully done, it was the perfect place to spend our 35th Wedding Anniversary, we will definitely be back we’ve loved it there so much and had a fantastic week enjoying all it had to offer and being so close to the beach was an added bonus.
Mrs Burrows Apr 2021
Lovely, comfortable and cosy accommodation with amazing views, a wonderful place to relax after days out on the beach and exploring. Only a short walk to the beach and town, great location with the bonus of a parking space. Very well equipped with plenty of storage, we would definitely recommend staying here ??
Mrs Turner Apr 2021
Fantastic cottage, fantastic location, would highly recommend we will definitely be back!
Mrs Arnold Nov 2020
We have just had an enjoyable week staying in this lovely cottage. We had a great week. Lovely views of Porthminster bay, especially from main bedroom: this was a pleasure to wake up to each morning!
Mrs Do Nascimento Nov 2020
Absolutely amazing views from the front windows.....so relaxing to sit and watch the ever changing sea. The accommodation excellent perfect for a family. Lovely big tiled entrance to an amazing kitchen easy to take off sandy shoes and coats before venturing to the living room. Parking space great. Short stroll to Porthminster beach. We had a very relaxing week definitely recharged our batteries.
Mrs Hanson Oct 2020
A well situated Cottage with excellent views over St Ives beaches and bay. It was well equipped, clean, warm and cosy. Lots to do within a very short distance. We will definitely book again.
Mrs Loades Oct 2020
The house was amazing and exactly the same as in the pictures online. The views were truly breathtaking. Sea views from all three floors. The house was furnished beautifully. The owners had supplied towels, tea towels, dishwasher tablets, washing tablets, wipes, kitchen roll and some toilet roll. I would recommend this property without a doubt. There was a second toilet which we didn’t know about which was good as there were 5 of us staying. There was a washIng machine and dishwasher too. Eating out was difficult due to restrictions. You did have to book in places beforehand.
Mrs Meadows Jul 2020
Love St Ives, cottage cosy with the most beautiful views across St Ives and close to the beach and shops. Hope to come back again.
Mrs Bridges Sep 2019
Fantastic views from the property. Plenty of room for a family. Great Location for porthminster beach. Easy walk into St ives. Plenty of things to do when out and about. Would highly recommend this property.
Mr Matthews Jul 2019
A wonderful cottage in a fantastic location. Fantastic views and only a few minutes walk from the beach.
Mrs Whitehouse Nov 2018
We stayed at Bay Hill cottage in St Ives The cottage was clean and had everything that you would need to make your stay special And the view was totally breathtakingly what more can anyone say only we will be back and would definitely recommend staying here .
Mr Holliday Sep 2018
Lovely cottage with stunning views. A wonderful week in St Ives.
Mrs McGahern Aug 2018
Amazing views and location! just as pictured on website.
Dr Matharu Jun 2018
Lovely cottage, great sea view from living room, kitchen and bedroom. Very comfortable and spacious plenty of room for six adults.Favourite cottage so far in St Ives , we will be back.
Mr Mackie Apr 2018
A lovely, bright, comfortable cottage with stunning views down to the harbour.
Ms Lorimer Mar 2018
Very good value for out of season stay for our family of 6.
Mrs Harris Dec 2017
Great view
Mrs Tunnicliffe Aug 2017
Ideal location, only a 10 minute walk into town, stunning views over St Ives bay, parking right outside the property, couldn't have asked for more!
Mr Whitehouse May 2017
After more than 20 years of visiting St Ives, this was the best view we've ever had. The house is very comfortable, homely and spacious, with a well equipped kitchen and a dining room with a view too. Would certainly return to this property in the future.
Ms Marshall Sep 2016
We had a very relaxing holiday,the cottage is in an excelent location with fantastic views over the whole of Porthminster. Our friends were totally blown away with St Ives and the cottage, Fantastic holiday,Look forward to next year.
Mr Bird May 2016
Great little cottage wouldn't hesitate to return
Ms Webster Dec 2015
Excellent views of the surrounding area, ideal layout & flooring to ensure sand & beach mess are minimised to one area close to the entrance rather than carrying through the whole house - important with small children!
Mrs Lewis Aug 2015
What a wonderful time we've had. Very relaxing. Fabulous views from 3 rooms made the stay spectacular!
Mr Adam Dec 2014