You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Old Bookshop - cheerful house located in St Ives centre
The Old Bookshop was a former bookshop located on Bedford Road, St Ives. This 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom house oozes character and is located 2 minutes away from St Ives town centre, making it the perfect location for a couples getaway to St Ives.
With shelves full of books, a real log fire and antique tiffany lamps dotted around the property, it really does feel like a home away from home. The outside patio area is fully equipped with a gas barbecue which is free for guests to use.
Property manager
Jemma Scanlon
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
St Ives, England
What's nearby
St Ives Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Porthminster Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Porthmeor Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Tate St. Ives - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Carbis Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
St Ives Station - 7 min walk
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Hub - 3 min walk
The Hain Line - 1 min walk
The Cornish Bakery - 3 min walk
Balcony Bar & Kitchen - 4 min walk
Bier Huis Grand Cafe - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Old Bookshop - cheerful house located in St Ives centre pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Old Bookshop - cheerful house located in St Ives centre?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Old Bookshop - cheerful house located in St Ives centre?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Old Bookshop - cheerful house located in St Ives centre located?
Situated in St Ives, this vacation home is steps from St. Ives Theatre and St Ives Harbour. New Millennium Gallery and Barbara Hepworth Museum are just steps away. St Ives Station is 7 minutes by foot.
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The Old Bookshop - cheerful house located in St Ives centre Reviews
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Very cute place, superb location close to all amenities and very clean, everything thought through thoroghly with great attention to detail, loved it and would definitely return!
Everything about The Old Bookshop was wonderful. The location was close to everything. It was clean and comfortable. Some provisions were provided. The gulls were welcoming. One even tapped on the window to wake me up two mornings.
Everything about The Old Bookshop was perfect. The location was convenient to everything we needed and everywhere we wanted to visit. The cottage was cozy and well appointed, with two extremely comfortable arm chairs to welcome us at the end of a long day. The bed was very comfortable. The bathroom, though small, had a good strong shower. We couldn't have asked for more, and we were very sorry to leave. Thank you, Jemma, for a wonderful stay in St. Ives.
Stayed here for 5 nights. Excellent location, stocked with essentials plus wine, great layout very clean and inviting. Reasonably quiet with 5 min walk to Harbour and all shops and amenities.
Would definitely recommend.
I loved the bookshop! It is such a warm, homey place filled with books. The location is amazing, right in the middle of town. I could not have loved it more.
Jemma was an amazing host. She answered all my questions promptly.
Such a wonderful stay!
Loved our stay! Conveniently located, quiet at night! We had problem with shower head and fixed within an hour! Lovely greeting with wine and scones! Top notch all around! Loved all the books too. Only wish: a top sheet and some blankets. Would highly recommend this rental
Very relaxing and chilled with every possible piece of kitchen equipment at hand. Comfy bed with lovely soft towels. What a welcome pack, we didn’t need to stock up on anything, all the essentials provided. Very thoughtful of the host.
We booked a 3 week stay at The Old Bookshop from 1st to 22nd May 24 and found everything from the location, welcome pack, facilities to be excellent. We only have a few suggestions for improvement.
1. The shower and cubicle is in need of updating as very old fashioned in comparison to rest of bathroom.
2. As there is no dryer a clothes dryer would be useful. I don’t normally do washing on holiday but as we were away for a month in total I needed somewhere to hang washing that wasn’t quite dry.
Apart from the above we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend to anyone.
I absolutely loved everything about this very central St Ives cottage. It’s only a one minute walk to bars, restaurants, beaches. We stayed for a week and really felt at home. Everything works in this cottage. The lounge is homely, comfy armchairs and has an eating/dining area inside and also in the delightful garden. The kitchen is extremely well equipped and the owners left us some fresh milk, orange juice, biscuits and a Cornish cream tea, a bowl of fruit and a bottle of wine, which was extremely welcome. Extra touches were tea, coffee, sugar, cleaning materials, washing up liquid, hand soaps. The owners literally thought of everything you need home from home. The lounge and bedroom have good tvs. The bed was also very comfortable and the bathroom had everything you could need. The cottage was spotless throughout and it was an absolute joy staying there. It’s clear this cottage is very loved. I would definitely stay here again, don’t hesitate to book it.
Het huis is van alle gemakken voorzien en er ontbreekt niets om er ook meerdere weken in te verblijven. Het centrum en de het strand zijn direct om de hoek. Wij hebben een top vakantie gehad. Tip: parkeer de auto bij Trenwith car park.
The old bookshop was a delight to stay in. The pictures didn’t really do it justice on how cute and cosy it is. The Christmas book tree in the window was so brilliant. We had wine, mince pies, fresh bread, butter and milk waiting for us - lovely touch and very much appreciated. It was spotlessly clean. The location was perfect - just a stones throw from the hustle and bustle. The log fire was great a big basket of logs was provided. We loved our stay x
This property is perfect for a couple who want to be near everything St Ives has to offer.
Perfect location, very clean with everything you need to enjoy a stay in St Ives. We would definitely recommend this property and it would be the first place to book again for a visit. It has every amenity plus some very nice touches, thanks Jemma.
A fantastic stay in a charming small home in the very centre of St.Ives!
This is a beautiful traditional home in St.Ives which has an unbelievable location right in the centre of town. The walk to the beach is literally 1-2 minutes and you're moments from the main thorough-fair of shops and cafes. My friend and I stayed for three nights and we loved it. The house was super clean on our arrival and there were some lovely treats too. We'd definitely rebook and stay here again. There's a small courtyard garden at the back, the kitchen is really well equipped and there's a television in the lounge and in the bedroom. The house although traditional has loads of modern touches that made the stay really comfortable and easy. Would go back next month if I could! Thank you Jemma.