Mermaid Cottage, Carbis Bay - Parking, pet friendly, enclosed garden

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An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs, a table set with plates, glasses, a bottle of wine, and a loaf of bread.
A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, white cabinets, and a view into the adjacent dining room.
A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a window with blinds.
A bedroom with a bed, a painting of a coastal town, two windows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with star-patterned curtains.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a fireplace, and large windows.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Carbis Bay Beach
Sleeps 84 bedrooms4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Carbis Bay, Cornwall
  • Place, Carbis Bay Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Porthminster Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, West Cornwall Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #4

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Mermaid Cottage, Carbis Bay - Parking, pet friendly, enclosed garden

Set on Headland Road and equipped to offer guests with everything they could need to be completely comfortable during their stay, Mermaid Cottage includes a kitchen/dining area with a lovely big table for converging round after a day spent down at the beach. The cosy living room with its sofas and TV is great for chilling out in the evenings, and there's more than enough space for everyone to get comfy with a movie or their favourite show. Outside, the garden which lies to the back of the house, has an outdoor dining suite for fresh air feasts, and plenty of grass for a game of boule or badminton. There’s also a delightful balcony off one of the bedrooms which has sea views and is perfect for a bit of relaxation in the sunshine, cup of coffee or glass of fizz in hand.

The home’s four bedrooms lie upstairs on the first floor and include two super kings (with the option of converting to twins), a bunk room which is ideally suited to children, and a room with a double sofa bed which accesses the balcony. There’s also a family bathroom on this floor with bath and shower over, while a separate cloakroom can be found off the hall on the ground floor.

Just 3 minutes’ walk from the SW Coast Path, those who enjoy scenic strolls will love how easy it is to Hawkes Point where the views over the bay are stunning. Porthkidney Sands lies close by and offers the wild tranquility and beauty of a mile-long beach which is backed by sand dunes. Of course, Carbis Bay Beach is the place to be if you’re into watersports and sunbathing. With its turquoise water, fine white sand and beach-based surf centre it’s an idyllic place for days out. You’ll also discover a clutch of first-class restaurants right by the sea, and for a shopping or culture fix as well as more dining options, the iconic town of St Ives is easily reached by car or train.

For guest’s safety, Mermaid Cottage has a motion sensor Ring Doorbell, which records guests and visitors when approaching the front door.

Pets: 1 pet allowed. Please advise the Luxury Coastal team directly if you would like us to host your pet after completing your booking. A charge of £40 per pet per stay/week will be applicable and required before your stay. We will arrange and invoice with you directly upon booking confirmation.

Good Housekeeping Bond
We ask our guests for a £200 good housekeeping bond, which is pre-authorised against your card. This is in case there is any damage to the property during your stay. The money is simply reserved and then released afterwards if there is no claim. We will contact you nearer the time of your arrival to arrange this.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11326487
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

St Ives

Located in St Ives, this cottage is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Carbis Bay Beach and St. Michael's Mount can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour. Saint Ives Leisure Centre and St Ives Society of Artists are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Carbis Bay, Cornwall

What's nearby

  • Carbis Bay Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Porthminster Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • St Ives Harbour - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • West Cornwall Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Porth Kidney Sands - 14 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Carbis Bay Station - 6 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mine Brewing Taproom - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Gannet Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Casita - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Walters On The Beach - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mermaid Cottage, Carbis Bay - Parking, pet friendly, enclosed garden pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mermaid Cottage, Carbis Bay - Parking, pet friendly, enclosed garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid Cottage, Carbis Bay - Parking, pet friendly, enclosed garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid Cottage, Carbis Bay - Parking, pet friendly, enclosed garden?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid Cottage, Carbis Bay - Parking, pet friendly, enclosed garden located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Carbis Bay Beach, West Cornwall Golf Club and Porth Kidney Sands. Porthminster Beach and New Millennium Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km). Carbis Bay Station is 6 minutes by foot and St Ives Station is 29 minutes.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Richard R.

Fantastic Location

Nice little cottage in a great location. Ideal for leaving your car and exploring Carbis bay & St Ives. Perfect for dog owners as there is a dog friendly beach within 1 mile.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2023
Hello Richard, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so glad that you think the cottage was in a great location and enjoyed exploring Carbis Bay and St Ives. We would love to welcome you back in the future. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Excellent location

A spacious 4 bedroomed holiday home in an excellent location. Close to the beach and you can get the train to St Ives very close by. The kitchen was well equipped and living room relaxing. The garden wasn’t suitable for children and needs some TLC.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay in Carbis Bay

Mermaid Cottage was a lovely home - ideal for our group of ladies and so close to the beach (we spent every day on the beach) Versatile as all rooms bar the sofa bed could be spilt into singles. Great size kitchen and dining table meant we had fun evening meals together. Would recommend for.a by group of friends or a family. Great communication and def would book.again.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct, 2023
Hi Kirstin, Thank you for leaving a review on your recent stay with us. We are so delighted to hear Mermaid Cottage was a lovely home for your stay with friends! We do hope to welcome you to stay with us again. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

A very enjoyable Easter break in a lovely home

We absolutely loved staying in Mermaid Cottage. The house was absolutely spotless including the fridge, dishwasher etc... I could see that the cleaner had been meticulous. The location is perfect with just a few minutes stroll from Carbis bay beach in one direction and Porthkidney beach in the other. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed and the lounge was very comfortable and relaxing. The beds were really comfortable and the whole cottage had really good storage. We will definitely look to stay again in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2025
Hello, Thank you so much for leaving a lovely review. We are glad to hear that you loved staying in Mermaid Cottage and that the house was spotless. The location Really is great and we are so pleased to hear you got to enjoy the beaches. We will pass on your feedback to the owners and we do hope to welcome you to stay with us again in the future. Best Wishes, The luxury Coastal Team.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Home perfect location

We stayed at Mermaid Cottage in October and were blessed with lovely weather. This meant we could take advantage of all the places we wanted to visit that were either in walking distance, a short train ride or a drive within 1 hour. The South West Coastal path is a few minutes walk from the door step and the train station a 10 minute walk and only a 4 minutes ride to St Ives. The house is a warm and welcoming home, with a lovely kitchen with a large table perfect for families to share meals and a sheltered and private garden. The living room has a big comfy sofa and the bedrooms have insanely comfortable beds. The front bedroom has a view of the sea, beaches and coastline. It really was a lovely home to spend our Cornwall break and we wouldn't hesitate in returning for another holiday. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec, 2023
Hi David, Thank you for leaving a review on your recent stay at Mermaid Cottage. We are so delighted to hear you had a wonderful stay and enjoyed how close the walks were! We do hope to welcome you to stay with us again in the future. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Graham L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location

Lovely break away, property was clean inside and lovely location. Couple of things. Garden had not been checked as very deceased rat on lawn, been there a long time and was disgusting to have to bag up after dog had found it. Someone elses full poo bags also out there. Couple of bulbs missing with no replacements and also we couldnt get on freesat no connection available. Owner also has blocked gutter above front door, large amounts of water cascading down.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan, 2024
Hi Graham, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased to hear you had a lovely break away, all your points have been passed onto the owner and property manager. We do apologise and we do hope to welcome you to stay with Luxury Coastal again in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team
Verified review

6/10 Okay

jenny P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Average. Will not return.

Property felt unloved and photos made it look a lot better than it was. Garden very unkept, lawn not cut. Door handles falling off. No welcome pack or any instructions for the house. I would not return to this property. Felt over charged for what it was.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2024
Hi Jenny, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us. We are truly sorry to hear that the property did not meet your expectations and felt unloved during your visit. Unfortunately, the gardener had to delay the scheduled maintenance due to bad weather, and we apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused. Additionally, we regret that the door handle issue was not identified before your stay; however, it has since been repaired. We are also in the process of adding a welcome pack to the property, and we apologise that it was not available during your stay. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us improve our services. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for a more enjoyable experience. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Ruth M.

A good place for a winter break

We spent an enjoyable week in Mermaid Cottage. The house was warm, even though we had horizontal hail on a couple of days. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was well-equipped. It is also very well located for walking and access by train to St. Ives - lots to see and do! However, there are a number of things to note. There is no door from the hall into the kitchen / dining room, so it is impossible to shut a dog in that room at night. There is a stair gate but that is broken. Luckily, our dog is trained not to go upstairs, but there was nothing physical to stop it doing so. Also, the house description shows a rug in the living room which is no longer in the house. I’m sure that a rug would make the room a little cosier. There is only one sofa, although the description states two sofas. Finally, we were expecting Freeview on the televisions as in the house description, but, after checking with the housekeeper, it doesn’t work. We could only watch on iplayer etc and our own Netflix subscription. All these issues could be easily resolved and the house would be even better!
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec, 2025
Hello, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your week at Mermaid Cottage and that the house felt warm and welcoming, even in some very dramatic Cornish weather! It’s great to know the beds were comfortable, the kitchen well?equipped, and that the location worked perfectly for your walks and trips into St Ives. We also really appreciate you highlighting the areas that could be improved. Your comments are helpful and all will be looked into with the owners and property managers. We’re glad that you still had an enjoyable stay, and we hope to welcome you back to an even better Mermaid Cottage in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team

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