Guests say
Sanctuary Bay is a well-received holiday cottage in Carbis Bay, praised for its comfort, location, and thoughtful touches. Guests appreciate the proximity to the beach and train station, the dog-friendly amenities, and the quality of furnishings. While some guests mention issues with cleanliness and maintenance, the overall sentiment is positive, with many looking forward to returning.
Cleanliness received mixed reviews. Some guests found the property spotless, while others noted areas that required a deeper clean or had issues with dust and dog hairs. The presence of mould was mentioned, suggesting room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its convenience to the beach, train station, and St Ives. The steep hill to the beach was a concern for some with mobility issues, but overall, the location is considered excellent.
Guests find the property comfortable, with modern furnishings and spacious rooms. Some guests suggested improvements such as blackout blinds or curtains in the bedrooms to enhance sleep quality.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and good quality fittings. However, some guests reported maintenance issues such as problems with locks, showers, and kitchen appliances that need attention.
Guests often mention and appreciate the thoughtful touches like mini toiletries, cookies, and chocolates. While these gifts are warmly received, it's important to note that such extras are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.
About this property
Perfectly positioned on the seaward side of Carbis Bay, just of Headland Road, this beautiful two-bedroom pet friendly house is close to Carbis Bay Beach, with its turquoise award winning blue flag waters, perfect for families to swim safely or couples to stroll along as the sun sets. The living area comprises of an open plan kitchen, living and dining space, it’s well lit by natural light which floods in through a large window, a nautical theme flows throughout the space with beautiful artwork of St Ives, there is comfortable seating with two sofas and a leather chair, these are ideally placed to enjoy the entertainment provided on the television, with Sky package including Cinema and Sport. An open plan dining space, is perfect for the family to get together, a wooden table and chairs with seating for four is provided, it is conveniently positioned next to the open plan contemporary kitchen, a well-appointed and spacious area to create your family meals. The master king -size bedroom has an en-site shower and a private balcony, thanks to the privacy glass the balcony is a great spot to enjoy an alfresco breakfast, the views stretch across Carbis Bay town and the Steeple Woods, there is no need to pack light either, this relaxing room has a large glass fronted wardrobe allowing plenty of storage space for your holiday outfits. A second room is fitted with twin beds, this front facing room is located on the ground floor, conveniently next to the family bathroom, with a bath and shower over, this bedroom is light and airy with natural light from two windows, styled with Cornish beach artwork offering a relaxing feeling to this wonderful space. To the rear an enclosed courtyard, ideal for dogs and safe for children, is accessed from the kitchen, a table and chairs are provided so you can enjoy the pleasure of Cornwall’s healthy outdoor lifestyle and dine alfresco. Sanctuary bay is ideally positioned to access the South West Coastal Footpath to the dog friendly Porthkidney Sands, surfing at Hawkes Point, or the short walk along Headland Road to the Carbis Bay beach, this seclude bay is perfect for trying water sports, from here the coastal path continues across the cliffs to the Cornish fishing village of St Ives, a nearby scenic railway connects to St Ives and it’s surrounding area too for a more relaxing way to travel. St Ives is well renowned for its art and is home The Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, this traditional Cornish fishing village is where you’ll find plenty of restaurants featuring freshly caught sea food, wonderful cafes to sit and take in the views with a coffee, more beautiful beaches and cobbled streets with individual unique shops to explore. Further afield Lands End is a must visit along with the stunning nearby cliffside Minack Theatre, treat yourself to a night of open air performance, the backdrop is just breath-taking, if you love historic landmarks St Michaels Mount near Penzance will leave you mesmerized, maybe you prefer glorious gardens like the Eden Project or the Lost Garden of Heligan near St Austell to explore. One things for sure you’ll find the perfect sanctuary to relax in this delightful holiday home.
The beachfront community of Carbis Bay, which is only a short drive from famous St. Ives, is well-known for its stunning stretch of fine, white sand. The beach feels almost subtropical with its turquoise seas and protected surroundings, making it the ideal location for a traditional day by the sea. If sunbathing is not really your thing, why not rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard (SUP) and venture out on the water instead? The Ocean Sports Centre is located on the beach. Or why not treat yourself to a spa day at the charming hotel that has a gorgeous patio where you can sip cocktails while enjoying the Cornish sunlight and views out onto the beach? Along with a takeout serving fish and chips and a railway branch line, Carbis Bay features a limited selection of neighbourhood stores and eateries. One of the most picturesque train rides in the nation takes passengers from Carbis Bay to St. Ives; St. Ives itself is a wonderful day trip destination with a variety of art galleries to see. There are family-friendly activities nearby, including golf and a wildlife sanctuary, in the quayside town of Hayle. Easily accessible from Carbis Bay, the Godrevy Nature Reserve and Penwith Heritage Coast offer even more opportunities for outdoor and watersports enthusiasts to engage in activities like coasteering and birdwatching. For anyone looking to explore Cornwall's stunning coastline, Carbis Bay is undoubtedly a fantastic vacation destination.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with balcony, Freeview TV with DVD player, and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor twin with Freeview TV and DVD player.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee machine.
TV featuring Sky Q Entertainment package including movies, sport, and kids, 2 x Freeview TV with DVD player, a selection of DVDs, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair provided; we request that guests provide their own cot bedding.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed rear courtyard, outside furniture including table and chairs.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.6 miles, beach 0.3 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Nearby points of interest
- Porthminster Beach Café
- Gwynver Beach
- Porthchapel Beach
- Porthgwarra Beach
- Nanjizal Beach
- Land's End
- Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
- Minack Theatre
Reviews (44)
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Janice
A lovely comfortable property in a very convenient location. Only a short walk to the beach and coast path to St Ives. We were pleased to see new blackout blinds in upstairs bedroom which helped to reduce early morning light. Broadband is also greatly improved from previous visit. Disappointed that there was no welcome pack or complementary toiletries and beach bag as in previous years. Also no folder with info about local doctors, shops, WiFi code, information about rubbish and recycling collection, which was confusing with 3 binsHowever this didnât affect our stay and adults and dog thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
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Steven
This was around 10pm, so persisted and eventually opened the door. Previous reviews has also mentioned this. We reported to Sykes, who said someone come and resolve thatâs day or the next. No one turned up for the rest of our stay, so do not know if it was resolved. Fortunately the second set of keys seemed to work and ok. Also, the refuse collection refused to collect the bin, as the bill has not been paid, so account was on stop. Lovely house, but the key issue needs to be sorted.
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Karl
Superficial cleanliness is good however parts of the kitchen requires deep clean Locks on entrance doors need attention one set of keys will only open with some difficulty