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Fisherman's Retreat
St Ives Town
Sit around the table with a glass of wine and some good food and chat into the evening with your nearest and dearest.
Get cosy in the living area and enjoy your favourite film on the smart TV.
There are plenty of places to buy local Cornish produce to enjoy at meal times.
Let the sun shine into your living/dining area while you enjoy your breakfast before wandering into St Ives.
Great for entertaining with its well-equipped kitchen, making dinner parties easy.
Pack a picnic and head down to the beach where you can have hours of fun.
Enjoy the views of the quirky rooftops on the buildings in St Ives, you can even see glimpses of the sea.
Snuggle down for a cosy night's sleep and wake up feeling refreshed and ready for the day.
Wake up in the morning and let the sunlight flood the bedroom.
Get ready for an evening of sampling one of St Ives eateries, with lots of cuisines to choose from you'll be spoilt for choice.
Enjoy your first coffee of the day in bed and plan what adventures you'll go on.
The beach is just a 2-minute walk away so you can jump out of bed and be soaking up the sun in no time.
Fisherman's Retreat is an ideal family holiday, sleeping up to 6 people.
Tuck the little ones into the twin beds after a day spent on the beach.
Take a relaxing shower after a day of exploring.
Take your melas al fresco on the patio.
Located far enough away from town that it is a quiet location but still close enough to enjoy all St Ives has to offer within a few minutes.
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Fisherman's Retreat has just completed a full refurbishment, including new kitchen and bathroom, along with all new furniture ready for the 2024 season. Positioned in a quiet, yet central position In St Ives, this beautifully modernised, four-story Cornish cottage is only a short stroll to the harbour and all the stunning beaches. The light filled, spacious living-dining area makes the cottage ideal for families or a few friends wishing to relax and enjoy time together, with its sociable layout. Upstairs you will find the three comfortably appointed bedrooms, with the master bedroom featuring sea views across the rooftops. Outside, the small but perfectly formed decked courtyard is a delightful spot to enjoy a sun soaked drink. As for beaches you are spoilt for choice with five on offer, the closest being Porthminster, a great option for families. If you fancy a day out why not head further along the coast and explore the quant little villages dotted along the way, many of which offering a delicious, Cornish, cream tea, knowing you have a designated parking space to return home to, with ease.
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Where you'll sleep
Entrance
one small step into the hallway with ten steps leading down to the kitchen via the living area and staircase rising to first floor bedrooms. Living area is at entrance level.
Sitting/dining room
four seater sofa, two seater cuddle chair, Smart TV, dining table with four chairs and a bench seat. Door to utility and staircase leading down to kitchen:
Utility room/cloakroom
WC, basin, washer/dryer
Kitchen
electric hob, electric oven, Krups pod coffee machine. Fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, five steps leading to:
Courtyard
small fully enclosed, decked courtyard with table and four chairs.
Bedroom 1
double bed, open hanging rail.
Bedroom 2
twin beds.
Family shower room
shower, WC, basin. Staircase from landing leading to:
Bedroom 3
king size bed, views across the roof tops towards the sea.
Additional information
Being a traditional cottage the ceilings are low in places, especially in the kitchen, and internal stairways are quite steep and narrow. With the property being set over four floors, this property may not be suitable for those with limited mobility, within a minute's walk, please note there is a natural spring under the property, with a sump pump installed, which on occasion you may hear flushing away water whilst in the kitchen area. Parking is located on Belmont Place, just over a five minute uphill walk from the property, and the space will accommodate one large estate car and the space will require careful manoeuvring into. WiFi, one small dog welcome. , short breaks available.
We had a lovely week at Fisherman's Retreat and enjoyed being so close to the town and an easy walk to cafes and beaches. The house is well equipped and comfortable and worked well for our family of four with plenty of space for everyone, though tall people should take note of the low ceilings warning!
Ms Zandstra August 2025
Another wonderful holiday in St Ives. First time staying at Fisherman’s Retreat and it was by far the best house we have stayed in. Perfect location and house was spotless with everything we needed, we could have moved in!
Miss Perry June 2025
Holidays in St Ives Town
St Ives Town is the perfect place for those looking to soak up the atmosphere of a bustling coastal town. Nestled in the heart of St Ives, most of our holiday cottages in St Ives Town are within a short walk of the harbour where you will find an array of fun-filled things to see and do, from building sandcastles to paddling along the shoreline or hopping on a boat trip for an exhilarating sea safari.
Narrow lanes are dotted with boutique shops, artisan bakeries, cafes, bars, and restaurants. Discover picturesque gardens, stunning coastal paths, and art galleries galore, all on your doorstep.
Did you know...
St Ives Town is home to Trewyn Subtropical Gardens, tucked away behind Fore Street?
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Stroll through charming lanes, full of Cornish character.
Discover independent shops and cafes that line cobbled streets.
The best of St Ives is all just a short stroll away.
Harbour beach is the delightful backdrop to St Ives Town.
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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.
A wonderful cottage to stay for a visit to StIves but be prepared for a steep walk to the parking space which would not fit an estate car very well. The streets are narrow and quaint so park outside and offload before going to parking space. Easy to find with the instructions. Great shower which is always a bonus. Only a few minutes to walk to the harbour, shops, restaurants and beaches. The cottage is beautiful with a sea view from the attic room. Kitchen is in the basement with a low headroom meaning a few bangs to the head! Lots of stairs so maybe not suited to some people. All in all though a gem of a cottage and a fantastic home for your holiday.
Mrs Jones Sep 2025
Reply from Aspects Holidays
So nice to read you found the cottage to be a little gem and it sounds like you had a good time there. Parking in St Ives is always at a premium, but having a guaranteed space to come back to is always a bonus and thank you for the tip about unloading. Some of the older properties in the town do have lower ceilings and beams than maybe we are used to in modern houses but always trying to be open and honest on the website, would hope all was as you had expected. You do have a bit of an uphill walk to get back to the property at the end of the day, after a day exploring the beaches or the many unique shops, cafes, restaurants, and galleries, but it's one way you can work off all the pasties, ice creams and cream teas that just must be tested out while here! (... and remember, this side of the Tamar, it's always jam first). We do hope we will see you again in the not-too-distant future. All best wishes, the Customer Services Team
We had a lovely week at Fisherman's Retreat and enjoyed being so close to the town and an easy walk to cafes and beaches. The house is well equipped and comfortable and worked well for our family of four with plenty of space for everyone, though tall people should take note of the low ceilings warning!
Ms Zandstra Sep 2025
Another wonderful holiday in St Ives. First time staying at Fisherman’s Retreat and it was by far the best house we have stayed in. Perfect location and house was spotless with everything we needed, we could have moved in!
Miss Perry Jun 2025
Excellent property with secure parking. Very well equipped and lovely welcome pack on arrival. The harbour, shops and bars very close by. Fantastic holiday.
Mrs Pidduck May 2025
A good location, with easy walking access for town, the beaches & the station, great for families.
Ms Harvey Apr 2025
We just returned from a week booking at Fisherman's Retreat. It is a very spacious and lovely decorated property with comfortable furniture within, it is a bonus to have 2x toilets and a lovely large walk in modern shower. The car park space in a secure garage just around the corner is very convenient. We will definitely return to Fisherman's Retreat and would highly recommend it.
Ms Hayward Mar 2025
Last minute booking at half term. Very nice property with free parking which is a big bonus in St Ives. Very convenient quick access to shops in town.
Mr Murnieks Nov 2024
Fisherman's Retreat is a lovely place to stay in St Ives. The property is really nicely decorated, and the layout is just perfect. The location is also great, on a small street which is really quiet, but the property is close to everything you need it to be! I would definitely recommend this to anyone without hesitation.
Mrs Lancashire Sep 2024