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The Keep

6 Hicks Court, St Ives TR26 1HS, England
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Ranked #4 of 105 St Ives B&B and Inns
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Dublin, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

We stayed at The Keep last week and it was a wonderful choice of accommodation. If all B&B's were like this we wouldn't stay in a hotel again. The two rooms offered are of 5 star standard with beautiful designer bathrooms. It is situated right in the centre of town and yet it is peaceful. Mike and Carol are wonderful... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 via mobile

We have recently spent three nights at The Keep. It was the perfect home away from home. Carol and Mike could not have been more welcoming, they really went out of their way to make our stay more enjoyable. The Keep is situated right in the centre of St Ives and is in walking distance from the main beaches and... More

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Warwick, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Tumbled off the Night Riviera sleeper so arrived at 0830 which was no problem at all. Carol and Mike couldn't have been more welcoming despite arriving in the early morning - in fact our room was already available as it was unoccupied the night before. Room was very comfortable and the whole cosy B&B is furnished and finished to a... More

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Stourbridge, West Midlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We travelled to St Ives to celebrate our fifth wedding anniversary as we got married here in 2008. The Keep was a perfect choice for us in that it offered intimacy and privacy at the same time, as well as a fresh and delicious breakfast, friendly accommodating hosts and an ideal location. What The Keep lacks in views it makes... More

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Bath, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Excellent b+b in the cobbled streets of beautiful st ives. A friendly welcome, amazing breakfasts and beautiful rooms. Price of rooms very reasonable.Recommend this b+b to any couple wanting a relaxing and happy break. The location is ideal and close to the beach and shops. We had a great time. Thanks.

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

a charming b&b tucked away down one of st. ives narrow cobbled streets, just a short walk from the beaches / tate gallery / shops and restaurants. everything you've already read here about the keep is true ! comfortable rooms, delicious breakfasts and charming hosts.. thanks for a lovely stay, simon & martha

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Fantastic weekend trip - Cornwall and St. Ives were perfect. Great location - centre of St Ives. Fabulous B&B. Great breakfast - different each morning with a choice the night before. Wonderful, friendly and accommodating hosts. Carol and Mike were just great. I want to go back! Highly recommend!

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

We stayed at The Keep for a week and had a totally wonderful holiday. We stayed in the Pilchard Press room and it was just delighful. The breakfasts were amazing- we ate far too much! Our friends stayed in the Mermaid room, which they loved. It was great to be able to use the lounge area as well, making us... More

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London, England, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

Carol and Mike make you feel right at home straight away This is such a lovely place, very cosy. I want to buy their bed, it's amazing! Room was just wonderful, perfect for myself and my partner. The shower was bliss Breakfast was lovely and the treat of Banana cake when we returned during the day was a delight. So... More

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Worcester, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

We have stayed at the keep several times and always have loved it. Its so central and Carol and Mike make you very welcome, the rooms are beautifully decorated and the breakfasts are delicious with loads of choice. We would highly recommend it.

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Also Known As:
The Keep St Ives, Cornwall
Address: 6 Hicks Court, St Ives TR26 1HS, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > Cornwall > St Ives
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 105 B&Bs / Inns in St Ives
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
UNIQUE and stunning conversion of 16th-Century Pilchard Palace and Sail Loft. Very central yet quiet - just a minute's walk to The Tate, superb beaches, and the town's many restaurants and shops. This stylish, intimate B&B has two bedrooms (KS beds, luxurious mattresses), underfloor heating and spacious designer en-suite shower rooms. A variety of locally-sourced breakfast choices are served in a private dining area which, similar to a Moroccan Riad, used to be an open courtyard within the main house. ... more   less 

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