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Bay Dream

Bay Dream

4.9
out of 5
Ratings from 14 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.9
Comfort
4.7
Condition
4.9
Location
4.8
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.9


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.

Great location

Review submitted on Sun, 22 Mar 2026
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We had a lovely stay at Bay Dream, check in was easy & there was a nice welcome gift from the owner!
The place was clean & exactly as described, the location is great, Carbis Bay Beach & the train station are within walking distance.
St Ives is a lovely coastal walk away with plenty to see & some great places to eat & have a drink,in the opposite direction we walked to Lelant where we had a nice lunch at The Badger Inn.
We had our dog with us & there’s a nice park right opposite for early morning or last thing at night walks.
The convenience shop is close by & a Tesco superstore is a short drive away too.


Lou from Plymouth stayed at Bay Dream for 6 nights in March 2026


Perfect accommodation

Review submitted on Mon, 08 Dec 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Perfect 1 bedroom accommodation, clean, comfortable, next to bus stop and a short walk from train station, couldn’t ask for more!

tracey from Ash Vale stayed at Bay Dream for 4 nights in November 2025


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied 106 days ago
Hi Tracey, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so pleased to hear that you found Bay Dream clean, comfortable, and perfectly located near transport links. It’s great to know everything met your expectations and made your stay easy and enjoyable. We’d love to welcome you back anytime, please don’t hesitate to reach out when you’re planning your next visit! Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team

Nice place

Review submitted on Mon, 23 Jun 2025
4.5
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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.

William from Cheadle stayed at Bay Dream for 7 nights in May 2025


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied 274 days ago
Hi William, Thank you for leaving a review. We are so pleased to hear the location was handy for shops, pub and restaurants and that the place was great for the two of you. We do hope to welcome you to stay with us again in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team

Lovely property

Review submitted on Mon, 28 Oct 2024
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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.


Peter from Swindon stayed at Bay Dream for 5 nights in October 2024


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Peter, Thank you so much for your review! We’re delighted to hear that you had an enjoyable stay at Bay Dream. It’s great to know that you found the property clean and well-maintained, and that you appreciated the efforts of our lovely owners. We’re also glad you enjoyed the coastal walks and the local restaurants. We hope to welcome you back soon for another delightful stay! Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team

Great place to stay.

Review submitted on Wed, 17 Jul 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We primarily chose Bay Dream for its location and the fact that it is dog friendly.
Spotlessly clean and with friendly helpful owners next door we had no complaints.
It’s well equipped and has a small but secure yard at the back which was useful having a dog. An added bonus for us was having a small park which was literally just across the road. With a couple of dog poo bins it proved very useful.
We’ll certainly stay at Bay Dream again.


Anthony from Grays stayed at Bay Dream for 7 nights in June 2024


James - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Anthony, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so pleased to hear that you had a lovely stay and your dog did too! We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Best wishes, James

Wonderful relaxing stay

Review submitted on Sun, 26 May 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bay dream. 2 adults and our fur baby. The property is immaculately clean. It has everything you could need for a short break. Only minor disappointment was no washing machine but as it was only the two of us it wasn’t a major issue. It is a steep climb up from the beach so be prepared for a hike! Amazing walks along the south coast path. For info the beach to the right of Carbis bay ( along the costal path) is dog friendly all year round. There is a decent sized shop just across the road for essentials. Train to St Ives takes 3 minutes and is only £2 return! Would thoroughly recommend and be happy to return.

Kirstie from Swindon stayed at Bay Dream for 6 nights in May 2024


James Lund replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Kirstie, Thank you so much for your review regarding your stay at Bay Dream. We're delighted to hear that you had a lovely time and that everything lived up to your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best wishes, James - The Luxury Coastal Team

A great little gem

Review submitted on Sun, 14 Apr 2024
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
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.

Keely from Oldbury stayed at Bay Dream for 7 nights in March 2024


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Keely, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so delighted to hear you had a fantastic stay and enjoyed exploring the local area. We do hope to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team

Beautiful apartment

Review submitted on Mon, 01 Apr 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay in the lovely comfortable apartment. Perfect location for walking into St Ives.

Sherran from Peterborough stayed at Bay Dream for 7 nights in March 2024


Emma - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Sherran, Thank you for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed your time at Bay Dream and its location. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team

Bay Dream

Review submitted on Fri, 24 Nov 2023
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a great few days here. Has everything you need for a comfortable stay. There was a welcome pack on arrival and the place was spotlessly clean. Carbis Bay beach is less than 15 minute walk away. Buses run regularly from just outside the property. Plenty of places to eat locally and a great fish and chip shop too! There is a park opposite that we could take the dog onto. It does sit within the owners property but there is ample room for parking. It is on a main road but this didn’t disturb us at all as the property is well insulated. Owner really helpful too.

Carrie from Rowley Regis stayed at Bay Dream for 4 nights in November 2023


Fionnuala-Luxury Coastal replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Carrie, thank you so much for your review. We are so happy you enjoyed the property. We do hope to welcome you back soon. Best wishes, the Luxury Coastal team

Lovely stay in Caribs bay

Review submitted on Fri, 20 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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.

Joy from Kidderminster stayed at Bay Dream for 7 nights in September 2023


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Joy, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on your recent stay with us. We are so delighted to hear you had a lovely stay at Bay Dream and the property had everything you needed! We can't wait to welcome you to stay with us again! Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team

Enjoyable

Review submitted on Fri, 06 Oct 2023
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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


Garry from COALVILLE stayed at Bay Dream for 5 nights in September 2023


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Garry, Thank you for leaving a review on your recent stay with us. We are so pleased to hear you had a lovely stay at Bay Dream and it had good amenities for you both and your dog! We do hope to welcome you to stay with us again in the future. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team

A little Gem

Review submitted on Sun, 17 Sep 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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


Gill from Nottingham stayed at Bay Dream for 7 nights in September 2023


Fionnuala- Luxury Coastal replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Gill, thank you so much for your review. We are just delighted that you had a perfect stay with us, we do hope to welcome you back soon. Best wishes, the Luxury Coastal team.

A Great Place To Stay

Review submitted on Tue, 15 Aug 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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.

Malcolm from WILLENHALL stayed at Bay Dream for 7 nights in July 2023


Fionnuala-Luxury Coastal replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Malcolm, thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review. We are so happy to hear all about your stay and how much you liked Bay Dream. Grant and Emma will be delighted to read your kind words. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.

Excellent place to stay!

Review submitted on Mon, 19 Jun 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
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.

Jessica from York stayed at Bay Dream for 6 nights in June 2023


Katie - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Jessica, Thankyou for taking the time to make a review on your stay at Bay Dream. We are so glad to hear you had a perfect stay, with plenty of space. Its also nice to hear the location was perfect for everything you wanted to explore and you liked your arrival hamper. We look forward to welcoming you back to one of our properties again in the future. Kind Regards Luxury Coastal