Above Porthrepta Beach in Carbis Bay, Bay Dream offers a beautifully refurbished haven for couples and families. Unwind in the open plan living space, enjoy meals together in the dining area or relax on your private outside space.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Bay Dream - Free parking, close to beach, pet friendly
Bay Dream is a beautifully refurbished self-contained annexe in Carbis Bay. Fully equipped and ideally positioned, it's the perfect base from which couples and families can explore the coastal towns and beaches of St Ives Bay including Carbis Bay, St Ives, Lelant and Hayle which are all within either a short walk or short drive from the property.
Situated on a quiet residential street above Porthrepta Beach (Carbis Bay), this tastefully styled property has everything you’ll need for a restful and relaxing stay. There’s a lovely open plan living space where you’ll be able to unwind after sun-soaked beachy days, and a dining area for sharing meals or discussing the day’s plans over a coffee or glass of wine. The stunning kitchen comes amply equipped for rustling up home feasts but for guests who prefer dining out, restaurants like La Casita and The Cornish Arms are within minutes of the property.
The gorgeous separate bedroom with comfortable king size bed has its own flat screen TV, and the clean and contemporary bathroom which features a large walk-in shower, has a thoroughly designer-like edge to it as well as top-notch fittings throughout. Crisp white on the walls contrasts the deep blues and black of cabinetry and upholstery to create a superbly stylish space, and together with the quality of the facilities provided as well as its private outside space, makes this property a dream find.
Nearby Carbis Bay Beach is a 15-minute walk or 3 minutes’ drive away and here you’ll discover one of the most beautiful crescents of white sand and turquoise water in all of Cornwall. Spend the day relaxing on the beach, or if you fancy something a little more active, grab a paddle board or kayak from its beach-based surf school and take to the water for your own little adventure. The coast path from here to St Ives showcases some rather spectacular views over the bay, and being an easy 1.9km with very gentle ascents means it’s the perfect way for the whole family to enjoy the fresh sea air and wonderful scenery. For something slightly less energetic, Carbis Bay’s single-track railway on the St Erth line follows the same dramatic path along the coast and offers passengers a unique vantage point of St Ives Bay and beyond.
We ask our guests for a £100 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.
2 pets accepted: 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.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Hiking nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
St Ives is home to this cottage. 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.
St Ives Society of Artists and St Ives Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. Visit our St Ives travel guide
Is Bay Dream - Free parking, close to beach, pet friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Bay Dream - Free parking, close to beach, pet friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bay Dream - Free parking, close to beach, pet friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bay Dream - Free parking, close to beach, pet friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bay Dream - Free parking, close to beach, pet friendly located?
Situated in St Ives, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Carbis Bay Beach and West Cornwall Golf Club. Porthminster Beach and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within 2 miles (3 km). Carbis Bay Station is 10 minutes by foot and Lelant Station is 29 minutes.
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Bay Dream - Free parking, close to beach, pet friendly Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Everything we needed. Good location for all the local beaches & eateries.
Lorraine E.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
2 Apr 2024
Beautiful apartment
We really enjoyed our stay in the lovely comfortable apartment. Perfect location for walking into St Ives.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
20 Oct 2023
Lovely stay in Caribs bay
Highly recommend this property it has everything you could possibly need for a perfect stay. Grant the owner very helpful and full of knowledge places to eat, places of interest etc. we will definitely be back.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
28 Oct 2024
Lovely property
We had a very enjoyable stay at bay dream. Lovely clean and well looked after property. Lovely owners. Excellent location for lovely coastal walks. Nice restaurants locally.
Lovely welcome pack.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
15 Apr 2024
A great little gem
We had a fantastic stay at Bay Dream. The location was perfect, we had a great time exploring all the nearby beaches and towns. Although Carbis Bay beach is beautiful I would recommend a car to get around. Bay Dream was clean, cosy and a nice base to stay. They even allowed our dog ! We would definitely come back and would recommend to our family and friends.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
17 Sept 2023
A little Gem
Fabulous little place , ideal to get around Cornwall , and we did ! Perfect for a couple and a pooch , the hosts were lovely they actually live next door so if need anything, they are not far away not that we did but they offered advice and checked in that all was good .
Everything you would need in Bay Dream , lovely welcome pack too .
Highly recommend and will be back
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
7 Oct 2023
Enjoyable
Hi,we had a lovely stay at Bay Dream. Clean & comfortable. Out of the way of hussle and bussle with good amenities for us & our dog,( a couple of dogs friendly restaurants.Costcustter cross the road, Tesco’s near by, field across the road ideal for dog owners. Nice walk into St Ives or 3 minute train ride to find a lovely quaint town & lovely sandy beaches) it’s was ideal for us, and we are looking forward to returning next year.
Jackie Garry and our dog Beattie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
16 Aug 2023
A Great Place To Stay
The house is very well layed out.We arrived and it was clean and welcoming with everything that you need for a holiday. It is on the main road to St. Ives but you don't hear any road noise. It's perfectly placed to get into St Ives. There are regular buses and you can get there in about 7 minutes. So you don't have to try to park or navigate the very narrow roads in the town. Its a good base to go sight seeing and also has fantastic facilities near by. A great fish and chip shop(be warned massive portions!!!)great pubs and restaurants,we highly recommend Cafe Casita. Great food and atmosphere.There are so many things to be positive about!!! Two small negatives,if you're taking your four legged friend ,the outside space is small but this is far outweighed by the fact that opposite the house there is a park. So that is great for giving your dog his exercise. If he hasn't had enough during the day.Also the walk to the beach from the house is longer than we thought and all down hill. We thought it would be nearer. We would definitely like to stay again.Thank you Grant and Emma.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tracey Evans
8 Dec 2025
Perfect accommodation
Perfect 1 bedroom accommodation, clean, comfortable, next to bus stop and a short walk from train station, couldn’t ask for more!
Superb base to stay and explore the surrounding areas
Jamie B.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
23 June 2025
Nice place
Location is handy for shops, pub and a couple of restaurants. Parking is good and the place great for the two of us. The park just across the street was ideal for walking our dog.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
jessica m.
3 July 2023
Excellent place to stay!
The property was perfect for our stay. Plenty of space and really modern and well kept. The arrival hamper was a really nice touch also. The location was perfect for everything we wanted to explore.
Modern, well appointed and very comfortable accommodation. Great base for exploring the area and dog friendly. Caring, friendly hosts.
Michael W.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Sue H.
30 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Carbis Bay not Bay Dream?
Poor quality mattress and bedding which was disappointing given the cost of the accommodation.
Location details ambiguous: property is on the main road, next to a bus-stop and post box, so lots of stop/start traffic.
A nod to Christmas would have been nice as this was last w/e before Chridtmas.
Well-appointed, but didn't try cooking a meal.