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The Old Bookshop - cheerful house located in St Ives centre

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Interior
Private kitchen
Dining
Interior
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
St Ives, England
  • St Ives Harbour
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Porthminster Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Porthmeor Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Penzance (PZE-Penzance Heliport)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site 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

About the area

St Ives

St Ives is home to this holiday home. St Ives Harbour and West Cornwall Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Michael's Mount and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. St Ives Museum and Paradise Park and JungleBarn are also worth visiting.
Map
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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Old Bookshop - cheerful house located in St Ives centre located?

Situated in St Ives, this holiday home is steps away 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.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Gem
We had a wonderful stay here for a long weekend. Great location, quiet and cosy! We will certainly stay again longer next time. Great host! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place!
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hasse A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walking around St ives
Everything was very satisfying it felt like at home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a couple minor problems that were resolved quickly and efficiently by our hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect accommodation!
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 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Tillsonburg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frederick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorable trip
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
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little gem in the heart of st Ives
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extended stay
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.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bookshop Cottage
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Remi d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortabel huis in sfeervolle stad
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.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynsey s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cosy couples Christmas getaway
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
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jemma Scanlon

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Meet Jemma, the owner and director of Eve Lettings. Jemma is passionate about providing her guests with the best possible experience whilst staying in Cornwall. She believes that every guest deserves a tailored and personal service to make their stay bespoke for them.

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