Title: Driftwood, Carbis Bay - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Driftwood, Carbis Bay - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76630000/76628900/76628829/739b7167.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76630000/76628900/76628829/6dccdc7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76630000/76628900/76628829/c550141c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76630000/76628900/76628829/973def42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76630000/76628900/76628829/6a040758.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a quiet street on the outskirts of Carbis Bay, Driftwood offers the perfect retreat for families and couples. Three double bedrooms provide ample space while a spacious conservatory invites relaxation; enjoy home-cooked meals in the large kitchen and gather around the dining table. With C Spa nearby, indulge in its incredible sea views, pool and facilities. 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Driftwood, Carbis Bay - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms With its world class Blue Flag beach, fantastic restaurants and proximity to St Ives, it’s no wonder holidays in Carbis Bay are something rather special. White sands, subtropical surroundings and safe swimming make it a perfect place for both couples and families to enjoy, and with so many fun, water-based activities on offer, days can be as energetic or as laid-back as you fancy. Set on a quiet street on the outskirts of town, this three-bedroom bungalow is perfectly suited to family holidays on the north Cornish coast, with both Carbis Bay Beach and Porthkidney Sands being just a short distance away. Three double bedrooms (including a master ensuite) provide ample space for 6 guests, while a large sitting room and a spacious conservatory mean there’s plenty of room to unwind in. Attractive furnishings and bright bedrooms create a welcoming atmosphere, while an established private garden to the back of the house is just the place for relaxing and entertaining in the sunshine. With its range of appliances, cookware and utensils, whisking up freshly prepared meals in the home’s big kitchen is a breeze, and guests can gather around the dining table for mealtimes together before challenging each other to a game of cards or a board game. Being so closely positioned to the towns of Hayle and St Ives means there’s plenty to see and do in the area, with the beauty being that both can be reached either on foot or via a short train trip on the scenic St Erth line. The town’s award-winning C Spa with its wonderful pool, incredible sea views and on-site facilities is open to the public, so for visitors looking to treat themselves to a touch of indulgence there’s no better place for it. Good Housekeeping Bond We ask our guests for a £150 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. 1 pet 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 Please note that Driftwood is situated in a residential area, as a result, guests will need to be respectful of noise levels. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - CD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 595594 ## About the area St Ives is home to this holiday home. 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. Ready for a night out? Consider Acorn Theatre and Gwennap Pit. [Visit our St Ives travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Ives.dx182650) [View more Holiday homes in St Ives](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Ives-Private-Holiday-Homes.d182650-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.19122%2C-5.46522&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1N_n7E-oeYD6-xOk281YzKLylOY=) Carbis Bay, Cornwall ### What's nearby - Carbis Bay Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Porthminster Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - St Ives Harbour - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles - Porthmeor Beach - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles - Tate St. Ives - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles ### Getting around - Carbis Bay Station - 12 min walk - Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 55 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Porthminster Beach Café - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Lodge at Balnoon - ‬5 min drive - ‪Porthminster Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪Bier Huis Grand Cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪Lula - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Driftwood, Carbis Bay - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Driftwood, Carbis Bay - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Driftwood, Carbis Bay - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Driftwood, Carbis Bay - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located? > Situated in St Ives, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Carbis Bay Beach, West Cornwall Golf Club and Porthminster Beach. Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Porth Kidney Sands are also within 2 miles (3 km). Carbis Bay Station is 12 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Driftwood, Carbis Bay - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 12 May 2025 #### 2nd year of making memories We stayed at Driftwood last year. Again this year. Aunt and cousins. We had a great time, irs like home . ### 4/10 Poor #### Phill B. 6 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy Photos look better than property is now, bit overgrown, missing outdoor furniture. Plenty of room inside the house virtually each room good size. Just needs more attention to detail. ##### Phill B. Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### dawn S., North Devon 22 Mar 2024 #### Driftwood We had a fantastic stay at the holiday bungalow. Would definitely go again. Comfortable bungalow, great location. We had a fantastic stay at the holiday bungalow. Would definitely go again. ##### dawn S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holger L. 14 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay on a beautifull location We enjoyed it very much, to stay in Carbis Bay in the Driftwood. It is the perfect base to explore the south-west of Cornwall such as Lands End, St. Ives, Mousehole, Tintagle etc. The Beach of Carbis Bay is beautifull with a nice hikes along the coast. You can reach it without using your car. The House is nice, well equipped and clean. Perfect! ##### Holger L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane C. 28 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just wonderful! Perfect for what we needed. 4 of us oldies going to a wedding event in Carbis Bay. Comfortable, spacious, light, airy, everything we needed. Good Wi-Fi, well fitted out kitchen, wonderful showers in the modern bathrooms. Off road parking in quiet residential area. Great taxi service in the local area (ACE Cabs) Couldn’t fault it! ##### Jane C. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tamitha S. 5 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Stay Our family enjoyed our one week holiday staying at this home! It was great location to all we wanted to see and do in Cornwall, as well as being a clean home with great features. We made use of the kitchen every morning and evening, cooking our own meals (and a table that fits 6!). Everything we needed for cooking was provided. Traveling with small children, we also made use of the washer and clothes rack. We also liked there was two living/family spaces including the conservator, which is great when parents need a break from the kids. This home is in a great neighborhood and we felt very safe with lots of room for parking. ##### Tamitha S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Charlie A. 17 Oct 2024 #### 2 weeks stay near Carbis Bay Perfect location and walking distance to Carbis Bay and short drive to St Ives. Overall house was nice. Layout was good and lots of space. Kitchen was fully equipped but no tea, coffee or sugar provided. We’ve stayed at several luxury coastal holidays over the years but this one lacked the luxury part. The TVs are outdated and weren’t SMART TVs. So it made chilling in the evening mundane with just terrestrial channels to watch. We wouldn’t normally complain but if you’re looking for something luxury this needs a little work before that’s possible. ##### Charlie A. ### 8/10 Good #### Ian W. 4 Nov 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Lovely Property Rental The property has great kerb appeal. Once inside the area is very spacious. However there were a number of faults with property particularly the cleanliness. The kitchen surfaces were all greasy and I had to clean them thoroughly before they could be used. The bathroom in the en-suite was unclean. There was a live creature in the corner of the floor coving which at first just looked like dirt but it moved when I tried to clean the area. The shower cubicle had surface mould on the tiles which again just need a thorough clean. The recess area in this room also had a pair of old contact lenses on it which implied that this had not been cleaned at all. The kitchen knives were not suitable or fit for purpose. They were so blunt and could not cut raw meat at all. The cutlery for daily uses is a mismatch. Also the dishes that were in the cupboard 3 out of the number had great big chips in them as did the side plates. The large tumbler type glasses in the cupboard also had chips in them. The coffee machine was unusable as smelt of stale milk. This did not make any difference to our stay but it just needs highlighting as this can be easily rectified. It makes having to pay the housekeeping bond ha4d to comprehend when the property was left in such a poor state of cleanliness. However would we stay here again then the answer would be yes as the location is ideal. the owner of this property needs to address these issues to make this place as attractive a# the description. ##### Ian W. 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