ST IVES 8 DAYS - COTTAGE HOTEL

St.Ives is one of Britain's most enigmatic resorts: at once a haven for artists who come to enjoy its magnificent light and seek inspiration in its distance from the hustle and bustle of modern life and at the same time a magnet for large numbers of summer visitors. Despite its popularity, it somehow manages to retain its old-world charm with an enchanting maze of narrow streets and lanes hemmed in by picturesque granite buildings. There are innumerable small craft and antique shops, art galleries, pubs and cafes. Porthmeor Beach provides surf and excitement whilst the quieter beaches at Porthminster and Carbis Bay provide more sheltered bathing. In between are rocky headlands and the delightful harbour, said to have been the place where St.Ia (after whom the resort is named) arrived from Ireland in a coracle. Our hotel is situated in Carbis Bay, with its lovely wooded coves and sandy beach, about two miles from the heart of St.Ives, which is easily accessible by train.Full Day Excursion to Penzance and Land's End
A fascinating excursion takes us south across Cornwall to Marazion for views of St.Michael's Mount before continuing to Penzance, with its busy port, and on to Land's End before returning to Carbis Bay.

Full Day Excursion to the Lizard
We journey south once again - this time to England's most southerly point at the Lizard, visiting the ancient town of Helston, home to the famous Cornish Floral Dance.

Full Day Excursion to Poldark Country and Newquay
Today's journey takes us along the north coast, through the heart of the tin and copper mining country which was the source of Cornwall's wealth and the setting for the famous Poldark novels. We continue on to Cornwall's largest resort with its many beaches and lively atmosphere.Cottage Hotel

Delightfully situated in extensive grounds overlooking Carbis Bay, 300 yards from the beach and two minutes' walk from the railway station linking Carbis Bay to St.Ives (5 minute journey). All 80 rooms are centrally heated and have bath or shower and WC, hair dryer, TV with radio channels, tea/coffee making facilities and intercom. The dining room and lounge both have lovely views of the bay and there is a large ballroom with entertainment most evenings. There are two bars, snooker table and TV lounge. The outdoor swimming pool is heated May-September. Two lifts serve most bedrooms(although entertainment room is only accessible via stairs).
Tel: 01736 795252 A Leisureplex Hotel

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