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The Garden House

Dog Friendly St Ives Cottage With Parking And Garden

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Beds 2
Sleep 4
Baths 2
Dog Friendly
Parking

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About The Garden House

The Garden House is a stylish dog-friendly holiday cottage in central St Ives, tucked away just off Fore Street and only a few minutes’ walk from the harbour, beaches, restaurants, galleries and shops. Sleeping up to four guests across two bedrooms, this reverse-level self-catering cottage has two bathrooms, a fully enclosed garden, outdoor shower and allocated parking on Westward Road. With a spacious kitchen and dining area, flexible sleeping arrangements and a peaceful setting close to the heart of town, The Garden House is ideal for couples or small families looking for a relaxing St Ives stay.

Kitchen & Dining

The spacious kitchen is positioned a few steps below the living area and provides a warm, sociable space for self-catering stays.

Integrated appliances include an under-counter fridge, under-counter freezer, washing machine, oven and five-ring gas hob.

A Nespresso coffee machine and milk frother are also provided for easy morning coffees.

The dining table comfortably seats up to six guests, making it a generous space for family meals, board games or relaxed evenings at home.

There is also a leather sofa and television within the kitchen area, creating a second comfortable space to sit and spend time together.

Living

The reverse-level layout places the living room above the bedrooms, where it benefits from plenty of natural light and lovely views towards the garden.

A large sofa provides ample space for four guests to relax, while a Smart TV is available for entertainment.

A Mustard storage cabinet keeps coats and shoes neatly out of sight, helping the room retain its uncluttered and calm feel.

Doors connect the living area with the enclosed garden, making it easy to move between the indoor and outdoor spaces during warmer weather.

Bedrooms

Both bedrooms are located on the lower-ground level.

The principal bedroom has a king-size bed with a Hypnos Flora mattress, built-in wardrobes and useful luggage storage.

Blackout curtains on a silent gliss track help create a restful sleeping environment.

The second bedroom has two three-foot single beds which can be joined together to create a super king-size bed in width. This room also has an open hanging rail, bookshelves, blackout curtains and Hypnos Flora mattresses.

Please let Orange Roofs know your preferred bed configuration when booking.

Bathrooms

The Garden House has two bathrooms.

Just off the kitchen is a wet room with shower, wash basin and WC.

On the lower-ground level, close to both bedrooms, is the family bathroom with a bath, separate shower, wash basin and WC.

Outdoor Space

The fully enclosed garden is one of the highlights of The Garden House.

It combines terraced areas with raised beds and includes a bespoke bench and outdoor dining furniture, making it a lovely place for morning coffee or evening meals.

An outdoor shower is provided for rinsing sandy feet, wetsuits and dogs after days at the beach.

Garden lighting creates a welcoming atmosphere for evenings outside.

Please note that there is no BBQ and no grassed area in the garden.

Dog-Friendly

One well-behaved small to medium adult dog weighing no more than 18kg is welcome at The Garden House.

Guests bringing a dog should provide their own dog bed, towels and throws, and dogs must be well behaved and well mannered within the cottage.

Because the enclosed garden does not have grass, dogs should be taken elsewhere for morning and evening toileting.

Close to Beach

The Garden House is ideally positioned for exploring central St Ives on foot.

Fore Street is only moments away, with its cafés, restaurants, galleries, delis and independent shops, while St Ives Harbour and the beaches are also within a short walk.

Porthmeor Beach is particularly popular for surfing, while the harbourfront provides easy access to boat trips, cafés and waterfront dining.

The location allows guests to enjoy the best of central St Ives while returning to a quieter setting away from the busiest streets.

Parking

One allocated parking space is provided on Westward Road, approximately a ten-minute walk from the house.

Guests can unload luggage closer to the property before moving the car to the allocated space. This can be done either from Fore Street or Barnoon Hill. 

Once parked, the central location means most of St Ives can easily be explored on foot.

Access

The Garden House has a reverse-level layout.

Guests enter from the garden into the living area, with a few steps leading down to the kitchen and dining space.

A further staircase leads down to the lower-ground floor, where both bedrooms and the family bathroom are located.

The property is accessed via Academy Steps and Academy Place, so guests should be comfortable with steps and changes in level.

Please note that there is no stair gate fitted between the living and kitchen levels or the lower-ground bedrooms.

FAQ - Good to Know

  • Sleeps up to 4 guests across 2 bedrooms.
  • 1 king-size bedroom and 1 flexible twin or super king-size bedroom.
  • 2 bathrooms, including 1 wet room and 1 family bathroom.
  • 1 well-behaved small to medium adult dog weighing no more than 18kg is welcome.
  • Fully enclosed garden with outdoor dining, seating and lighting.
  • No grass is provided in the garden, so dogs must be exercised elsewhere for toileting.
  • 1 outdoor shower is provided for rinsing sandy feet, wetsuits and dogs.
  • No BBQ is provided.
  • 1 allocated parking space is provided on Westward Road, approximately a 10-minute walk away.
  • Reverse-level layout with living and kitchen areas above the bedrooms.
  • No travel cot, high chair or stair gate is provided.
  • Bed linen and bathroom towels are provided; guests should bring their own beach towels.
  • Free WiFi is provided throughout your stay.

 

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Reviews

Read the latest guest feedback for this property, with up to 60 of the most recent reviews spanning recent years.

The Garden House, St Ives

Aug 22 2026

A perfect house in the heart of St Ives, the garden was perfect for the dog, breakfast in the sunshine & early evening drinks. Although in the heart of St Ives, the house was quiet with no noise disturbance from the main streets. The kitchen is well equipped and all rooms were a good size, it served our family of 4 plus Cavapoo perfectly. I would highly recommend the house and we would definitely re-book when visiting St Ives again.

Jenny

Aug 08 2026

Garden House is a beautiful spacious place tucked away up Academy Place steps. It was bigger than expected, and beautifully styled. It had absolutely everything we needed and made excellent use of the space. The kitchen was very well equipped. The garden, outdoor shower and beach storage cupboard was fantastic too. It was a great place to relax after the bustle of Fore Street in peak season. As other reviewers have said, it wouldn't be suitable for guests with mobility issues, and far from ideal with very young children as there are lots of steps (both to the house, but also inside as almost every room is on a different level so there are a few steps up / down between each room, as well as the main staircase).

Laura May

Jul 25 2026

We had an amazing week at The Garden House and would happily stay again. The house is beautifully presented, surprisingly spacious, and immediately felt like a home away from home. The standout feature for us was the lovely little courtyard. Having an outdoor space to sit with a drink in the evening after a day at the beach or exploring the town made our stay even more enjoyable. It's a small touch that really sets this property apart. The location is excellent - just a few steps from the heart of St Ives, yet tucked away and wonderfully quiet in the evenings. It really gives you the best of both worlds. We couldn't have been happier with our stay and would highly recommend The Garden House to anyone looking for a relaxing and comfortable base in St Ives.

Rob Hughes

Jul 18 2026

Fantastic stay at The Garden House in July for our latest stay in St Ives having stayed in many properties before. Great location right in the centre of town and being so easily accessible to everything. Brilliant to have a lovely outside space in this location and all the rooms were wonderfully appointed, spacious, comfortable and with everything that you need. The parking space is a bonus for St Ives and although a moderate distance away, and you can't get immediately outside of the property, it is doable with a little bit of planning. As a family of three with a dog and lots of gear we managed fine. Communication with several members of the Orange Roofs team was clear, prompt and always helpful.The handy guides made available in the app we're a great help too.

Becki Wallington

Jul 11 2026

What a hidden gem The Garden House was!! - a quiet oasis in a sometimes hectic St Ives. We had a wonderful weeks stay in July and were spoilt both by the weather & the private garden space. A fantastic base for exploring the streets, beaches and the all delights St Ives has to offer - all minutes walk from The Garden House - we will definitely be returning!

Mark Newson

Jun 20 2026

A wonderful house in the perfect location in St Ives. Parking space is very useful, beds and lounge very comfortable. Good size outdoor space. Dog friendly, perfect for our small dog.

Michelle

May 23 2026

Excellent property & very central. The garden area was a perfect escape and very quiet! Would highly recommend!

Jo

Dec 29 2025

Perfect positioned house, as long as you can do the unloading and steps, but once in brilliant!

Ian Adams

Oct 25 2025

Fantastic property in a great location. Excellent facilities in the apartment and has everything you need for the stay.

Wes Boswell

Aug 23 2025

We had a great week back in St Ives. We've booked with Orange Roofs several times and we're always pleased with the service and quality of the homes. The Garden House was lovely. Comfortable beds. Large kitchen and good water pressure in the showers. There is a lot of steps though so might not suit families with older parents or toddlers. The house is really close to the St Ives amenities and some great morning coffee watching the sun rise.

Louise Handsley

Aug 02 2025

Great location (if you can manage steps), and a bonus that it has a parking space nearby. House is super equipped with everything you need and the beds are the comfiest we've ever stayed in! The house is light, bright and has a lovely feel. Orange roofs communication was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Lucy Vane

Jul 19 2025

What a lovely house! This worked perfectly for my partner and I and our two children. Super bright and in excellent condition throughout! We will definitely look to rent it out again if possible when we come back to St Ives in a couple of years. Thank you!

Donna Jackson

Jul 12 2025

Superb house -clean -high standard of furniture & equipment- spacious for 4 adults -outside space great-central location -would definitely return

Steve Taylor

Jun 28 2025

Lovely property very clean and great location. Perhaps air conditioning would be beneficial. As the property has glazed roof and doors the sunshine made the accommodation very hot even with the fan you kindly provided. Kind regards Steve Taylor

Newson

Jun 21 2025

A wonderful property in a great location. Ideal place to get to the beaches, shops and pubs. The outdoor shower is ideal to get sand off and it is a lovely area to sit. We received a lovely welcome pack of goodies. The beds were very comfortable. Very clean with everything we needed. The bedrooms are downstairs which helped keep them cool on hot days. Highly recommend.

Julie

May 31 2025

Lovely house, peaceful location just off main shopping street with the bonus of a small outdoor garden space. Our second stay. For anyone with mobility issues the steps up to property could be an issue. The only negative is there is a small area of disused land next to entrance gate which has rubbish dumped on it and an eye sore as you walk to the property.

MANAGEMENT COMMENT: Orange Roofs and the owner of The Garden House are in the process of getting the waste removed despite asking the owner of the land multiple times to get it removed unsuccessfully. 

 

Janet Fitton

May 24 2025

This house is beautiful with a lovely decked outside space. Very comfortable lounge with smart TV. There are two modern bathrooms and a large well stocked family kitchen with goodies on arrival. Great location 1 min away from the beach front and all amenities. Parking space nearby a bonus. Orange Roofs have great communications, are very polite, helpful and on hand should the need arise. Would definitely return to this property.

Gareth Evans

Mar 28 2025

The Garden House is a beautiful property in a quiet but very central location. It was spotlessly clean on our arrival and the welcome pack was gratefully received. We will definitely be using Orange Roofs again.

Jane

Mar 08 2025

The Garden House was perfect in every way. Extremely clean and modern, the location was fantastic and the added bonus of parking and a garden. Would love to stay again and would definitely recommend Orange Roofs.

Elizabeth Barker

Dec 28 2024

Wonderful House, immaculately clean, tucked away but so close to everything. Lovely welcome hamper. Comfy beds. Lovely outdoor space. We would definitely stay again and I would highly recommend the house! There were a lot of steps both to the property and within, this added to its charm, but just be aware if you need to consider access for anyone staying there.

Carolyn Davies

Sep 21 2024

Fantastic stay at the Garden House. We loved the location and the added gem of a private outside seating area. Orange Roofs are an excellent company.

Catherine Nolan

Sep 14 2024

Susan Price

Jul 20 2024

We had a wonderful holiday at The Garden House. Although situated off the busy Fore Street, the house and garden was a haven of peace and quiet. The house was very comfortable and the kitchen was spacious and had had everything needed. Bathrooms were lovely. The bedrooms were tastefully decorated and beds very comfortable. The passageway off Fore Street to enter the property is quite steep and has quite a few steps. We managed by getting a taxi from Fore Street to take our luggage to and from the property but even so we had to carry it up and down the steep passageway. This may prove very difficult for elderly or disabled guests. The car parking space at the Rugby club was a bonus.

Angela Campbell

Jul 06 2024

We absolutely loved our stay at The Garden House. We have been coming to St Ives for many years so know the place well and have stayed in lots of properties.

This property in particular is the most spacious we've ever stayed in, right in the heart of St Ives. It was perfect for our family of four, with two teenage boys and small dog.

The added addition of the garden was wonderful, it contributed to the overall relaxing atmosphere of the house.

The house itself is tucked away off of Fore St, and is an oasis of calm and tranquility. It's situated in a fantastic, traffic free location but very close to everything. The upstairs of the house is flooded with light, and the decor is neutral and pretty. The bedrooms are located downstairs which makes the rooms very quiet and perfect for sleeping in.
The Garden House is a gem.

Also wanted to add that the staff at Orange Roofs are exceptional. We had to change our original booking and they were fantastic to deal with. I had complete confidence in them all the way through.
They work to high standards at all times.

David Foster

Jun 23 2024

What a wonderful house. A true gem, hidden in plain sight. A very spacious house perfectly positioned. We throughly enjoyed our stay and will be back, hopefully very soon.

Viki and James

Jun 09 2024

We recently had the pleasure of staying at The Garden House in St Ives, and it was an experience that went beyond all our expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were delighted by the charm that this lovely house has. While being both spacious and perfectly located it is yards away from Fore Street. The Garden House offers a serene retreat that feels like a slice of paradise in a busy St Ives. We visited early June and the town was vibrant. The attention to detail in the decor is wonderful, blending modern homely comforts with a touch of classic elegance. The bedrooms are spacious, immaculately clean, with thoughtful touches that made us feel right at home. The bed was incredibly comfortable, giving us both restful nights sleep after our active days exploring the St Ives cobblestone streets, vibrant art scene, and breathtaking coastal views.

What can we say?! The Garden House is a hidden gem that offers an exceptional blend of comfort, convenience and calm. Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, a peaceful retreat, or a classic family holiday, this charming holiday home is the perfect choice. We left with hearts full of wonderful memories and a strong desire to return. Highly recommended!

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