✨ Boutique coastal cottage with private parking and beautifully styled interiors, just a short walk from St Ives’ beaches, galleries and cafés.
Karibu — meaning “welcome” — is a light-filled three-bedroom retreat designed for relaxed coastal living, blending hotel-quality finishes with a calm, contemporary feel.
Pet friendly and thoughtfully equipped, it’s an ideal base for families, couples and longer seaside stays.
This direct price is approximately 15% lower than Airbnb & Booking.com — with no service fees.
Your perfect base for families, couples & longer stays in St Ives.
Why you’ll love staying at Karibu:
✨ Stylish three-storey boutique cottage (sleeps 6)
✨ Premium location: peaceful yet close to everything
✨ Short walk to Porthmeor, Porthgwidden & Porthminster beaches
✨ Private allocated parking
✨ Elegant open-plan living with Smart TV, premium kitchen with wine fridge & dishwasher
✨ Coffee station with Dolce Gusto machine, cafetière & syrups
✨ Light-filled Loft Suite with ensuite & partial sea views
✨ Hotel-quality linen, premium toiletries & welcome basket
✨ Books, board games & beach toys for relaxed downtime and seaside fun
✨ Grocery store and bus stop 100 yards away
✨ Pet-friendly
✨ Full Digital Welcome Guide included
A Day at Karibu — Boutique Coastal Moments:
Start your day with breakfast at the breakfast bar before a stroll to Porthmeor for sand, sea and fresh air. Explore St Ives’ galleries, cafés and harbour, then return for warm showers, a favourite film and a cosy evening at your coastal hideaway.
Ideal For:
✨ Families wanting space, comfort and beach access
✨ Couples seeking a calm yet convenient location
✨ Friends exploring St Ives and wider Cornwall
✨ Longer stays needing easy parking & good access routes
✨ Beach lovers wanting equal access to all main beaches
✨ Guests wanting a peaceful home base close — but not in — the busy centre
The Space:
Karibu offers modern, relaxed, high-end living across three floors. Bright, inviting interiors create a welcoming retreat for guests year-round.
Living Area:
A bright, stylish open-plan space with a breakfast bar and boutique-style fireplace — a warm spot to relax after beach days. Enjoy cosy evenings with the Smart TV and streaming apps.
Kitchen:
A modern, fully equipped kitchen with coffee machine, oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and all cookware needed for easy self-catering.
Bedroom 1: First-floor double — soft décor and natural light.
Bedroom 2: First-floor bunk room — full-size bunks.
Bedroom 3: Loft Suite twin — ensuite and partial sea views.
Travel cot and high chair available upon request. Bedding is not provided for the cot. Parents are responsible for suitability and safe use.
Bathrooms:
Modern shower room on first floor
Ensuite shower room in loft suite
For stays of 8 nights or longer, fresh towels are provided mid-stay. An additional cleaning/linen service can be arranged for a small extra charge.
Location:
Karibu sits in a premium position on the edge of St Ives — close enough to walk to beaches and town, yet perfectly placed for quick access to the A30 and wider Cornwall.
What’s nearby:
✨ Beaches (approx. ½ mile): Porthmeor, Porthminster, Porthgwidden
✨ Essentials: grocery store ~100 yards; bus stop outside
✨ Explore West Cornwall: Zennor, Sennen, Land’s End, Hayle, Gwithian, Godrevy, Newquay
✨Pets are welcome for £10 per night per pet.
✨Private parking for one vehicle is provided in a secure area to the side of the property.
