Carbis Bay · Cornwall
Tintin Cottage
“Charming former tin miner’s cottage moments from Carbis Bay beach”
From £435 / week
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At a Glance
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1 bedroom, sleeps 2 (+ infant)
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Characterful former tin miner cottage
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Private parking for 1 car, roughly 200m away
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A 5-minute walk to Carbis Bay beach via path
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Elevated outside terrace area
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A six-minute walk to Carbis Bay train station
About the cottage
About Tintin Cottage
The aptly named Tintin Cottage is a former tin miner’s home in enviable Carbis Bay, just a mile from St Ives.
Small but perfectly formed, this semi-detached cottage makes for an idyllic Cornish getaway. Sleeping two and full of charm, from the traditional stone finish to the wooden beams and cosy log burner, it’s perfectly set up for a romantic break on the coast.
As you enter the property, you’ll be greeted with its traditional features. There’s a welcoming living room with a sofa and window seat, a fireplace with woodburning stove, and a TV, plus a foldaway wooden table and chairs, for convenience. Adjacent is the separate kitchen, with gorgeous exposed stonework. While it’s compact, there’s everything you need to rustle up a Cornish feast with a gas hob, electric oven, microwave, and fridge.
Upstairs, the bedroom is just as appealing, there’s a double bed, charming fireplace (for decorative purposes), TV and plenty of storage. The shower room is equipped with a freestanding shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail.
Outside you’ll discover a property highlight. Follow some stone steps, to take you to a secluded elevated terrace space which has two levels, both of which gets drenched with Cornish sun and are surrounded by luscious greenery to provide a sheltered hideaway. Wherever you choose to enjoy your Cornish breakfast or evening tipple, both decked spots come with garden furniture for you to kick back and relax.
Located on a traffic-free lane, it’s worth noting that there’s no vehicle access to Tintin cottage. There is however a private parking space which is a steep 200m walk away.
You’re a five-minute walk from the award-winning Carbis Bay beach, which can be conveniently reached from a path directly from the cottage. The location here is fantastic as you’re also just over a mile from hotspot St Ives, with its restaurants, bars, beaches, galleries and more. Your romantic Carbis Bay break awaits…
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Facilities
High-quality bed linen and towels are provided at all of Cornish Secrets properties.
Where a cot is supplied, guests are kindly asked to bring their own cot bedding.
- Living/dining room with sofa, window seat, Samsung TV, Bluetooth speaker and wood-burner. There’s a foldaway wooden dining table and two chairs.
- Separate kitchen with gas hob, electric oven, microwave and undercounter fridge, plus kettle and toaster.
- Travel cot and highchair can be requested.
- One bedroom with double bed, TV, decorative open fire and plenty of storage.
- Shower-room with shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail.
- Elevated decked terrace with two levels, both have bistro sets.
- Private parking space a short but steep walk away (200m).
- Please note guests will need to walk via a few slopes to access the cottage.
Location
Carbis Bay, Cornwall
Out & about
Close to Tintin Cottage
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Carbis Bay Beach
Beach0.2 miles · 4 min walk
A sheltered arc of pale sand with remarkably calm water — one of the quieter alternatives to busy St Ives beaches.
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Carbis Bay
Village0.4 miles · 3 min drive · 8 min walk
The village itself has a relaxed, unhurried feel — good for a gentle wander before or after the beach.
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The Gannet Inn
Food & drink0 miles · 1 min walk
A bar and restaurant with a hearty menu, there's a games room and Sky Sports channels.
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Moomaid By The Lake
Food & drink0.9 miles · 8 min drive · 18 min walk
Moomaid's lakeside outpost serves their celebrated Cornish ice cream in a genuinely peaceful setting.
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Porthkidney Sands
Beach1.1 miles · 6 min drive · 22 min walk
A long, wild stretch of sand backed by dunes — far less visited than St Ives, and all the better for it.
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Harbour Beach
Beach1.4 miles · 15 min drive · 28 min walk
St Ives Harbour Beach sits right in the heart of town, with the working harbour and its boats adding real atmosphere.
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St Ives
Town1.3 miles · 13 min drive · 26 min walk
The harbour, galleries and cobbled lanes of St Ives — the town centre with its shops and restaurants.
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MOR by Tom Sellers
Food & drink0.3 miles · 6 min walk
A five-star sea-view restaurant at Carbis Bay Estate, led by Michelin-starred chef Tom Sellers.
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Local knowledge
Want the full lowdown on Carbis Bay? Our concierge knows it inside out.
About Carbis Bay
Your corner of Cornwall.
When holidaying in Carbis Bay look no further than Carbis Bay Beach. The proud recipient of a Blue Flag award, meaning it is a super-clean beach. Perfect for families with young children, the water is just right for swimming, and usually free of surfers/body boarders. If you prefer to sunbathe and relax, the spotlessly clean beach is around a mile long. With a beautifully clear sea, this fine beach is quiet; wonderful, too, for a sunset walk.
If a spa day is up your street, try the Carbis Bay Hotel’s C Bay Spa, which also has some fantastic eateries if you need to refuel for lunch, or perhaps looking for a romantic dinner out.
Situated two miles from St Ives along the coast path, it’s a wonderful stroll. Or you can hop on the St Ives Bay line at Carbis Bay for a short but pretty train ride. For beach lovers, there are plenty to choose from… Porthmeor Beach, Porthgwidden Beach, Godrevy, Porthkidney Beach to name but a few. Families and couples will enjoy relaxing on the sand or playing in the water. St Ives Surf School offers sessions for surfing, kayaking, paddleboarding and coasteering. All great fun! If you prefer to stay a little drier though, St Ives Boat Trips run sea-life safaris to see the local dolphins and seals!
One of St Ives most well-known attractions is the Tate St Ives, which is one of only four Tate galleries in the UK and is a haven for lovers of modern art. Artists praise St Ives for its beautiful light and it has inspired many pieces.
The cobbled streets of St Ives are home to many shops, galleries and cafes and most businesses are small independents or artisans. Check out Cornwall Soapbox for handmade soaps and aromatherapy products made in Cornwall!
When visiting St Ives, there are many bars, restaurants and cafes to choose from. Porthminster Kitchen regularly receives great reviews and has a strong focus on fresh local food or head to Blas Burgerworks for a tasty handcrafted burger using ingredients sourced from the area.
St Ives sits at the bottom of the A30, so if you are looking to explore more of the Cornwall coast, then this is a great base and you can book ferries for day trips to the Scilly Isles from Penzance (only a 20 minute drive away).
Our editor’s blog on St Ives shares her favourite ways to spend your time in the jewel in Cornwall’s crown. Read more, here.
Pricing & Availability
Tintin Cottage is available weekly from a Friday.
Other arrival dates and short breaks may also be available out of peak time.
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Good to know
- Booking fee £35 non-refundable
- Refundable damage deposit £200
The damage deposit is held for the stay and returned within two weeks of departure, subject to deductions for any damage. All bookings are subject to our Terms & Conditions.
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In their own words
This was absolutely everything we’d been hoping for… a small cottage with a clean, modernised yet characterful interior, within walking distance of a quiet, beautiful beach. The walk down to Carbis Bay through the little valley was such a highlight every morning, and the coastal paths in both directions offered so many sights and walking routes. We don’t drive, but found walking to the supermarket and pub 10 minutes away very convenient.
Ideal for the beach and easy walks into Carbis Bay.
This is the second time we have used Cornish Secrets (St Ives last year) and we will definitely be booking again with you in the future - keep up the great work!
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