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Puffins

(Ref. 1088541)

St Ives, Cornwall Show on map

4.9

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

Features

  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • great (7)
  • comfortable (7)

14 Customer Reviews

  • "The property was beautiful, clean and comfortable and very welcoming."

    The location was perfect for us and great having a parking space! Sykes failed to mention about the building work going on next door when we booked however we did receive an email from carbis bay holidays just before we arrived informing us of this,

    Thank you so much for choosing Puffins and for the very positive feedback. We love to hear that you thought Puffins was so welcoming. I'm sorry you weren't informed in advance about the building work next door. It has gone on longer than anyone expected or hoped. We hope you will choose Puffins again for a future holiday. Mary (owner) Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kathryn5.0Oct 2024

  • "Lovely apartment with nice views."

    Everything you could need for a self.catering stay and very clean. The walk uphill not suitable for anyone less mobile as its in 3 sections and pretty steep! Would stay again but would bring a fan from home as it could get warm through the night in good weather and there wasn't any breeze or air outside.

    Thank you for your feedback we are pleased to see that you had a good holiday with us. We hope to welcome you back again in the near future. Kind regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner

    Reviewed by May5.0Aug 2024

  • "Lovely property."

    Very well equipped kitchen. Sadly we didn't have enough towels and both hair dryers were not very powerful. Fantastic view and clean throughout. Should really be two bins in the kitchen for rubbish and recycling really. Some signs flat was tired. Still enjoyed our stay. Many thanks.

    Thank you for your review and I'm glad you found the property lovely and clean with fantastic views and clean throughout. I checked with the housekeeping team re provision of towels and they assured me that as usual there were sufficient bath sheets and hand towels provided for your party. Puffins is a self catering apartment not a hotel where guests have the option of daily towel changes if they wish. The hairdryers are well powered. We have not had any negative comments re towels nor the hairdryers in 10 years of running Puffins. There is a waste bin but as the kitchen is relatively small we find guests tend to prefer to take their recycling down to the communal recycling bin daily. To help any other guests reading the reviews, I would add that 3.1 is the lowest feedback score given to Puffins in 10 years and we have consistently been rated at 4.9/5 overall until now. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Vicki3.1Aug 2024

  • "We had a great stay."

    The apartment is modern and comfortable with everything you need. Our stay was the second week in January which was a cold but bright week and the apartment was always cosy. The apartment is up hill but just a 10 minute walk from main shopping and pubs. On arrival there was a welcome pack which was a nice touch. This is the first time I can honestly say that the advertising photos are spot on. Thanks for a great break!

    Thank you for your great feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your winter stay, and hope you will choose Puffins again! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kevin5.0Jan 2024

  • "We so enjoyed our stay, the apartment had everything, parking was a real bonus and we appreciated all the Xmas goodies left for us."

    Big advantage is that everything is close, the Minak theatre, Penzance, Porthleven and Falmouth all super places to visit. In St Ives we eat at Host, Bier Huis,and Porthminster cafe and Kitchen super food and atmosphere. We managed the annual Boxing day run into the sea along with at least 600 others.

    Thank you for this lovely feedback. So glad you enjoyed your Christmas stay. Impressive that you did the Boxing Day Run! Property Owner

    Reviewed by David Anderson5.0Dec 2023

  • "Lovely property with great views, ideal location for the beautiful beaches."

    Very clean and everything we needed at the apartment was there. Very comfortable bed and would highly recommend. Would definitely return again.

    Thank you for your feedback we are glad the property was lovely. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Kindest regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Julie5.0Oct 2023

  • "Amazing place to stay."

    Would love to come back .

    Delighted to hear you enjoyed it! Please do choose Puffins again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Tracey5.0Aug 2023

  • "Lovely flat - very comfortable and well equipped."

    Contemporary furnishing made it feel like a great home for a week.

    We're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your lovely feedback and for taking the time to leave a review, we genuinely appreciate it. Best wishes from the Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Amit5.0May 2023

  • "Very attractive apartment."

    Amazingly well-equipped kitchen, comfortable sitting area and comfortable bed. Thoughtful touches by owner – great selection of DVDs! Good views of the sea over the garden and tree tops – well placed for weather watching – everything from rainbows to lightning! Quiet and well located for walking into the town, coastal walks or driving out to the surrounding area. We really enjoyed our stay. We have mentioned a couple of practical issues to the agents but they did not spoil our visit. Note to agents: The key/lock to the main door of the building is a real struggle to use – it can take several minutes to open the door – the door is often left open by residents because of this. The kitchen tap is very stiff to use and the whole tap unit swivels as you attempt to turn on the tap. The basin in the main bathroom is very slow to empty.

    Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you loved the property and your stay! Thank you also for your constructive points that have been passed onto the revalent department to look into. 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

    Reviewed by Virginia4.7Oct 2022

  • "Lovely stay, clean apartment and very comfortable beds."

    Thank you for the great feedback. So pleased you liked the apartment. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Suzanne5.0Oct 2022

  • "Great stay."

    Apartment met all needs and was clean and well equipped. Only slight concern we had were the spaces between decking boards on the balcony that could be dangerous for users eg hot liquid or sharp object from above.

    Dear Mrs McNab, thank you for taking the time to leave Feedback following your recent holiday at Puffins and we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed a great stay. Thank you for advising us of your concerns regarding the decking boards on the balcony, your concerns have not previously been raised by any guests in the time the property has been a holiday let, but we will pass these to the Management Company that look after the apartments for their attention. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future. Kind regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Catherine5.0Jun 2022

  • "Something to keep the balcony door open would have been helpful."

    Otherwise, we had a fantastic stay in an excellent apartment. The welcome bag and flowers were a lovely touch and made us feel welcome. Would definitely stay again.

    Glad you enjoyed your stay and holiday in the area, and we would love to welcome you again! I will pop a heavy door stop in when I'm next in the apartment. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Andrew5.0May 2022

  • "A gorgeous flat and great location."

    Puffins has everything you could possibly want.

    Reviewed by Adam5.0Apr 2022

  • "We enjoyed our stay at Puffins."

    It is very well equipped and comfortable and lovely to have a sea view and interesting art on the walls.

    Many thanks for your kind review! So glad you enjoyed your stay. We agree the sea view is lovely and are pleased that you found the art interesting. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Tessa5.0Mar 2022

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This property is part of the Carbis Bay Holidays collection.
Escape to a luxury holiday cottage nudging the Cornish coast. Carbis Bay Holidays collection of stylish self-catering accommodation ranges from penthouse apartments overlooking the white-sand beaches of St Ives, to designer country homes a pebble’s throw from the coast.

Summary

  • First-floor apartment
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request)
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with balcony
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, iron, ironing board, clothes airer, cafetiere
  • TV, DVD player, WiFi and a selection of books and DVDs
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Permit parking for 1 car available
  • Balcony with furniture and communal gardens with lawn
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop, pub and beach 0.5 miles
  • Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am

The property

Nestled in the coastal town of St Ives in Cornwall, is this contemporary, two-bedroom first-floor apartment, Puffins.

Boasting a superb location just moments away from Porthminster Beach and offering stunning views from its very own private balcony, Puffins makes for a wonderful dwelling for couples or a family of four who are looking to escape to Cornwall.

Park up in the convenient off-road parking space, before unloading your bags and taking in your stunning surrounding of Belyars Croft.

Stunning oak flooring will welcome you into the open-plan living area, boasting a well-equipped kitchen, beautifully-appointed with granite worktops and glossy white units, where you can look forward to rustling up flavourful meals for your guests with the help of the high-quality crockery and glassware, electric oven, induction hob, microwave and handy dishwasher, ensuring time isn’t wasted doing chores!

Settle down to tuck in to a delicious meal at the dining table for four or take advantage of the warm weather and dine alfresco on the private balcony as you savour the sea views.

As the evening grows darker, retreat to the plush sofa where you can kick-back and watch your favourite series on the large flat screen TV.

Wash away the day with a refreshing shower or indulgent soak in the bath before wrapping up in a high-quality towel and retiring to one of two well-presented bedrooms, with the choice between a super-king-size with en-suite shower room and a twin, each well-presented with crisp white linen, venetian blinds and curtains, twin bedside tables and lamps and ample storage to unpack your belongings, both with a zip/link ensuring flexible sleeping arrangements for all parties.

Awake from a leisurely slumber and serve your guests morning coffee before exploring the beautifully maintained subtropical communal gardens.

Head into the town centre, where you will find an excellent selection of pubs and restaurants, all serving tasty meals prepared with fresh and local produce, as well as well-stocked convenience stores for stocking up on ingredients to create culinary delights in the comfort of Puffins.

Nearby, you will find The Leach Pottery, where you can tour pottery exhibits, take a class and produce your own souvenir or peruse the gift shop.

For the art connoisseurs in your party, be sure to check out the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Gardens as well as the renowned Tate gallery which features both local and international art works.

For a memorable day, why not head to the family-friendly beach of Porthminster, where you can build sandcastles with the little ones, paddle the clear waters or simply sit back and catch the suns rays.

If you can tear yourself away, the popular town of Penzance is easily accessible, here you will find a picturesque promenade and harbour, the excellent Penlee House Gallery & Museum, the lush park of Penlee with its open-air theatre and the 15-acre Trewidden Gardens, along with a ferry terminal which offers trips over to the stunning Isle of Scilly, certainly one not to be missed!

For a memorable day trip, why not head down to the Penwith Heritage Coast, where you will discover the famous Land’s End Attraction which featured in the recent film The Last Bus.

However you choose to spend your time in Cornwall, be sure to choose Puffins as your home away from home.

Belyars Croft

Belyars Croft Apartments are perfectly located within the award winning seaside town of St Ives, Cornwall. Ideally positioned within a 7 minute walk of the town's picturesque harbour.

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!

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Please note that the artwork displayed throughout the property may be changed in Spring/Summer 2022.

The Good Housekeeping Fund for Puffins is £100.

Please note some complimentary toiletries are not currently provided at Puffins for sustainability reasons to avoid unnecessary use of plastic

Building Work Notice
There is currently building work underway at Carrick Lodge which is located adjacent to the Belyars Croft development to renovate the existing building and add an extension. Carrick Lodge is accessed by vehicle via the shared driveway accessed via Belyars Croft’s parking area. The remaining building work is expected to continue throughout 2025 and these works are projected to take place at the front/south side of the building which is the furthest point of the building away from Belyars Croft. During this time associated activity and noises may be experienced, with workmen and vehicles also being on site. Please note, the views from your apartment will not be affected.

Cordyline Croft Render Works
External render works are underway at Cordyline Croft which is located behind the Belyars Croft development. The works are expected to continue through to February 2025. During this time, associated activity and noises may be experienced. Please note, with the Cordyline Croft development being situated behind Belyars Croft, the views from your apartment will not be affected.

Please note, despite these works taking place, the noise disruption has been kept to a minimum and is rarely noticed.

**Soffit Replacement November 2024**
Please note, soffit replacement will be undertaken at the Belyars Croft Apartment development starting from Monday 4th November 2024. These works are projected to take up to three weeks (weather dependant). Associated noises will be heard and scaffolding and workmen on site during this time. As the works are weather dependant, they may run over the two week projected timeframe so please feel free to contact Carbis Bay Holidays on 01736 630015 for any queries regarding this.


The owner has opted to provide one set of keys however there is a key safe that can be used to store the keys when you leave the apartment if required.

Parking for Puffins is located to the rear of the building in an un-allocated parking space. Please note, the car park is strictly monitored. On arrival you will find a Parking Permit left for you on a Bulldog Clip in the hallway, please ensure this is displayed on your vehicle dashboard AT ALL TIMES as penalties are applied for all vehicles with no Permit clearly displayed.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Last minute
  • Christmas