Choice Cottages is a family business, specialising in Self Catering Accommodation in Devon since 2002. Choice Cottages have built a large portfolio since its establishment, with hundreds of quality Holiday Cottages. At Choice, we pride ourselves in our efficient approachable manner and the very best levels of service to both visitors and owners alike. Our passionate team members have in-depth knowledge of our holiday cottages, the local area, and events in the West Country. To support our knowledgeable staff, we invest in the very best website availability searches & online booking systems, while maintaining a friendly 1-2-1 telephone service

Upper Loft is a cosy retreat in the heart of St Ives, perfect for couples or friends. Just a short walk from the harbour, beaches, and lively town centre, it’s an ideal base for exploring the Cornish coastline. Accessed via an external staircase, the property features a spacious rooftop terrace before leading into a stylish and comfortable interior. The modern kitchen includes a fridge/freezer, oven, hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, and washing machine. A spacious counter with bar stools makes it great for casual dining. With nearby bakeries, delicatessens, and seafood markets, you’ll have plenty of fresh local food options. After a day out, relax in the inviting living area with a comfortable sofa, window seat, and Smart TV with streaming services as terrestrial signal is limited. An HDMI cable is provided for laptop connectivity. Note: A stairgate cannot be fitted, so the property may not be suitable for very young children. Upstairs, the loft-style bedroom offers a double bed, bedside tables, reading lights, a fold-out single sofa bed (supplement for linen hire of this bed), storage, and skylights with blackout blinds. Fresh linen and towels are provided. The sleek shower room has a power shower, WC, hand basin, heated towel rail, and mirror—modern and thoughtfully designed for comfort. A highlight of Upper Loft is its private rooftop terrace, perfect for morning coffee, al fresco dining, or evening drinks. It includes a table, chairs, and a BBQ. Dog-friendly stays are welcome for a supplement, with beaches and coastal walks nearby. There’s a loading bay for unloading luggage, with several public car parks a short walk away, including Barnoon, Island, Park Avenue, and Station. Whether you’re here for the beaches, culture, or food, Upper Loft offers a stylish, central, and comfortable getaway. Book now and experience the best of St Ives!

Cornwall's beaches are renowned as unrivalled in Britain for their excellent surfing, beauty, variety and family-friendly. Towns such as St Ives, Perranporth, Polzeath and Newquay are to name only a few. Some of the most beautiful are tiny coves that dot the coastline like Coverack and Porthcurno (home of the famous outdoor Minack Theatre). Otherwise known as the Cornish Riviera, visit the beautiful St Austell Bay, where you will find beautiful sandy beaches between the charming fishing village of Mevagissey and the upmarket riverside town of Fowey (known for its literary connections including Daphne du Maurier). The north coast has one of the tourist's favourite, St Ives Bay, a fantastic stretch of five golden sand beaches reaching to Hayle, with it's estuary (a great place for bird-watching) and beyond. Popular with surfers, families and with all-year round pet-friendly beaches, this is prime beach holiday territory. Enchanting fishing villages and harbours; Looe, Port Isaac (home of Doc Martin and The Fisherman's Friends), Portreath and Mousehole (see the extraordinary Christmas light display every December) to name a few. It's not just the villages that have something to offer those sightseeing. Cornwall's towns and cities are rich in history and attractions, Experience the charm of traditional sea shanties and tales of years gone by. Visit Padstow with its picturesque harbour and Rick Stien restaurants, Falmouth - a working port and charming shopping town, don't miss the fabulous tall ships display. Spend a day shopping in Truro or the old market town of Penzance (known also for St Michael's Mount and the gateway to the Isles of Scilly with the stunning subtropical islands of st Mary's and Tresco to name a few being just being a ferry ride away). For something a little different, book a visit to The Lost Gardens of Heligan, The Eden Project, Trelissick and Trebah to name a few. St Ives: A Must-Visit Destination for Art and Beach Lovers St Ives,...