We absolutely loved the size of this let. My hubby is 6ft 1 and so space is a big factor for us. This, combined with the beautiful decor and view made it one of our most memorable stays and we’ve already booked or next year! I can see people have mentioned the alley access but it’s a tiny pay off to be able to have views like that. We’ve been booking various accommodations in St Ives for two decades now and this is by far the most spacious and dreamy of them all. A great choice of decor and beautiful touches all around. It was also well equipped with a hoover and sweeping brush etc. Thanks so much!

Second time here liked it so much. The Boathouse a great property that gives a wow with those views which makes it a good all year place to stay.

Delightful if expensive apartment, spacious and well equipped, with great views.

The location of the Boathouse Loft on the Wharf in St Ives is spot on - the view from the balcony is fantastic, you could spend all day there just looking at the tides coming in and out and the bustle of the street, the boats, etc. The apartment is well equipped, the washing machine and dishwasher were very useful! The interior design of the apartment is beautiful, and very comfortable. The only downside was the noisy extractor fan on the outside wall from the restaurant below. This did not bother my teenage daughter however who slept in the bedroom where you could hear it and anyway, it was turned off at night and it didn't affect us. Any issues, ASPECT customer service team were extremely responsive and kind. I would definitely stay there again and use ASPECT again. Highly recommend.

Really enjoyed our stay at the boathouse loft. We had amazing harbour views and the property itself was very modern and allowed us to enjoy the busy harbour front from a distance. Would definitely recommend to anyone and we will 100% be returning.

Another wonderful two weeks in this immaculate and beautiful property. Next year already booked and we can hardly wait!

Perfect view over the harbour and a relaxing stay !

Another great stay at the truly amazing Boathouse Loft, a fabulous bright and airy apartment with superb facilities and stunning views across St Ives Harbour - we already have our next stay booked and can't wait...

Location is perfect and the view from the loft onto the harbour is wonderful. The apartment is spacious and we were lucky to have fine weather so had the folding doors open most of the time. Access via the passage is not a problem and is soon forgotten once inside. Noise from the restaurant guests and general hubbub of the central location is also not a problem, and even adds to the experience. Only issue are the fans from the restaurants at the rear, which are on from 8:30am until around 11pm, since these do spoil the peace of the rear bedrooms and make sleeping difficult without earplugs.

This is a Fantastic apartment with Beautiful views, I found it difficult to lea e the balcony as I was enjoying the ever changing vista so much. The Restaurant and street below had a bit of noise & the entrance is in an alley with no parking area, but don't let that put you off, I would book this apartment every year if I could afford it, we loved it that much... I highly recommend it

I have done this several times before so won't repeat previous comments. The fact that we continue to book 2 weeks a year speaks for itself.

We have just returned from an amazing week at the boat house loft. Lovely clean apartment with everything we needed with a high standard finish. Location is fab with the most amazing views. The weather was really nice and sunny all week and we had the balcony doors open most of the time, we didn't have any issues with noise from the restaurant downstairs. The entrance isnt ideal but didnt cause any issues. We enjoyed a beautiful relaxing week. We would definitely recommend and will hopefully book another stay.

Just back from a wonderful week at boathouse loft. Fab location and the flat had everything we needed. I was a bit weary of the back entrance from reading previous reviews of slippiness etc but we had no issues, the restaurant workers kept this clean and tidy.the flat was perfect for us and the views amazing! No noise was heard once the doors were closed. We will certainly be back to stay again.

Another 10/10 holiday in St Ives at the boat House. The staff and correspondence from Aspect Holidays is always first class.

Already looking at another booking

thanks Ed

The Boathouse is a lovely spacious clean apartment suitable for 2 couples as both have good sized bathrooms and spacious living area. Al ot of two beds have one bedroom that feels like second best but they are fairly even ( one has a shower and bath the other a shower) . It is well equipped, clean and tastefully decorated. The washer and dryer came in handy and meant we went back with a case of clean clothes , one less stress for my return to work. Views are amazing so great for out of season breaks. There was a lifeboat launch just outside the window which was great to watch. The was no noise from the Hub below patrons but it was out of season , there is an extractor fan / vent above the bedroom 1 that may affect light sleepers. The handle to the apartment in the alley broke on a Sunday aspects were responsive in arranging repairs so were only locked out for a couple of hours. It is more expensive than other aspects properties but location and facilities do reflect that.

We love Boathouse Loft for its perfect location and high levels of comfort. Thank you so much once again!

We arrived with apartment not cleaned took till 7 pm and several phone calls even though rang at two and I was assured it would be ready by 4 pm as the put me on hold and spoke to housekeeping Then told when we came back at 4.45 it’s been missed - a human error - ? Really 30 Mins later we had to go out again and was Roughly cleaned when returned and still other peoples food half opened loaf milk crisps left on side Cheap quality bedding and duvets Mould in both showers Entrance stair carpet loose Service area directly outside full of grease and peelings - dangerous Noisy extractor fan from below vibrates floor bed and wardrobes in master Shoddy welcome pack Leaking roof window over kitchen table View is amazing unfortunately that is the only good thing to say Left 2 days early back to my own beautiful home with top quality bedding !

A wonderful holiday flat in the lovely town of St Ives.

The perfect place for a getaway! Brilliant central location without being disturbed by it! Cannot wait to come again !!!

We stayed at Boathouse loft as a special treat for my 40th birthday, it is absolutely beautiful, everything you could ever imagine and more. Amazing views and everything you could need for a home away from home holiday! The location is perfect and we had the best views of the harbour and beyond! Weather was fab for October and we enjoyed being able to sit out on the balcony and watch the world go by! The only downside is the property can only be accessed via the service alley of the restaurants underneath and have to walk past all the bins to get to the back door, this could sometimes become slippy with all the fat and grease from the kitchens below so extra care needed when walking to and from the property! All this aside though once inside it’s completely worth it! Would definitely recommend and will definitely be returning! Thanks Boathouse loft for making my 40th birthday one to remember!

Bright and spacious, very stylishly decorated and spotlessly clean, it really is one of the nicest apartments we’ve ever rented in St Ives. Plenty of comfy, high-quality seating options to enjoy the fabulous view, including large comfortable sofas on which to relax in front of the tv or cosy log burner. Super-comfortable joined-twin>superking bed, which we felt was much better than the somewhat softer king bed in the other room. The one ‘however’ from a more personal apsect, we would have felt more at ease if there were an alternative escape route in the event of fire, appreciate it may be quite a challenge to provide, but may be a real issue for some.

Top Tip (having read a few concerns in previous feedback): When entering, to lock the downstairs door behind you, turn the key back to the lock position before removing and pull door closed using the bar; this will prevent access from the outside, while still allowing you to exit by pushing bar down.

Lovely flat with amazing views far better than shown in the brochure. Well equipped with everything you need for a self catered holiday. Its located above a busy restaurant but that didnt cause us any problems however its accessed from the rear service lane full of industrial bins, the floor is littered with food debris and cigarette butt's from the groups of kitchen staff on breaks. It also became slippery with water puddles of foul smelling fatty water from the nightly kitchen floor wash down. This we could live with however the extraction ducting equipment and motors are attached to the rear wall of the flat which adjoins the bedroom nearest the entrance door. It's so powerful it vibrates the wall and the droning noise renders this bedroom uninhabitable during the hours of 8am-11pm. Such a shame as this is outside the owners control but it needs mentioning as it certainly governed our waking and bedtimes.

Best flat in St Ives in our view !

This property is all about the view, it’s absolutely beautiful, however to get to the property you have to go through the back entrance due to the apartment being right on the sea front, this means going by all the restaurants back doors, there’s food, rubbish and grease on the floor so not a nice sight, but if you can get by that you’ll be ok

We spent a week in April at the Boathouse Loft. On a warm day it was lovely sitting with the doors open watching the action down below and on a couple of cold evenings we lite the fire. The apartment is very central near all the shops and restaurants. It is modern and furnished to a high standard with everything you need. The beds were very comfy.
As mentioned in previous reviews the entrance is down a back alley and it really is not pleasant and very smelly but once upstairs all is fine. Access is up two flights of steep stairs and it is not ideal for the elderly or anyone with walking difficulties.

Amazing holiday in St Ives

Yes good to know upfront about the rear access to the Boathouse which involves a side and rear alleyway with a few bins etc, however climb the 2 x flights of stairs and enter the stunning Boat house and all will be forgotten! The owners have thought of everything to make for the perfect holiday with the best view in St Ives.

We have already booked to come back

Thank you............................ Ed

A spacious airy apartment with a magnificent view. Fantastic location in centre of St Ives. Apartment was very clean and had everything you need.

Fantastic accommodation and the best view in St Ives. I've been coming to St Ives for over 35 years (starting off in B&Bs, hotels and then apartments). I've had some great accommodation but this is one of the best. I usually try a new apartment each time (because the self let's are so different, unique and individual) but when I book again I shall see if the Boathouse Loft is available first, I LOVED IT!!!

The Boathouse Loft is probably my favorite property in all of St Ives. It's like flying Business Class...everyone should experience it at least once in their lifetime!

Absolutely beautiful airy apartment with all the comforts of home. Perfect location with wonderful views. Only let down by the access via the service alley.

We had a wonderful 2 week stay at this well-equipped apartment. The views are a constant delight and we have already re-booked for a future holiday.

Great location - loved sitting at the French windows during the day and in the evenings. The sound of the harp busker on the corner nearby in the evenings added to the relaxed atmosphere.

Lovely well equipped apartment with great views

Amazing location, the views are just incredible.

Lovely airey property with great views. Very well equipped.

Fabulous apartment with stunning views very well equipped with everything you need .

We had a great holiday in the Boathouse Loft . Lovely apartment very comfortable spacious and an ice beach feel . Fantastic location great views . A bit noisy above the Hub restaurant but a fair trade off to be in the heart of St Ives . The entry into the apartment isn’t the best via a back alley but again the plus side is the location . Parking is a huge issue park at St Erth train station in the park and ride and get the train in and out . It’s a lovely 15 minute ride with spectacular views . We would definitely book the Boathouse Loft again .

Beautiful property with views out of this world. Very comfortable accommodation with brilliant log burner and good standard of furnishing. Shame about the entrance down a back alley but guess if the property had own parking and driveway then it would be double the price. Would stay again. Great for people watching and sunny balcony for breakfast and lunch. Don’t hesitate to book.

Great place Boathouse Loft. The views are spectacular. 3rd time in this property, and just booked it again for next year. Been to St Ives about 40 times over the past 25 years. I think this is prob the best one we’ve stayed in....

Very nice apartment with soothing colours and incredible view. As other guests pointed it out, the alleyway is a bit of a challenge but once in the apartment, it's all forgiven

Amazing views, amazing luxury apartment. If you don’t mind a somewhat smelly dirty way to the entrance, you will be rewarded with a truly amazing pad with open natural lighting. Will definitely be back.

1st to good , We have just returned from a weeks holiday in St Ives, A regular visit for us as we have been returning 2 to 3 times a year for 20 years. This time staying in the boathouse loft, located above the hub bar and restaurant , the good points about this accommodation are that the living, dining, kitchen and balcony area all have access to a fantastic view across the harbour in St Ives, which is possibly one of the best you could wish for. The apartment itself is beautiful and most of the furnishings are of a high standard , exceptions being the uncomfortable sofas and the uncomfortable bed in the second bedroom with a hard mattress, however these Issues are easily remedied. On the whole a lovely accommodation.

A few issues but only minor

Better locks required on the apartment door as you cannot lock the bottom fire door

As stated the sofas are uncomfortable as is the mattress in the second bedroom

The apartment gets very warm and to open the windows in both bedrooms and bathrooms is quite difficult, being 6 foot even I was at full stretch, standing on the bed to open the window, not a particular practical idea so maybe time for a rethink

Although we are above the hub restaurant and bar and expected noise, we did expect this noise to finish once the bar was closed, however, the noise continued, as what appeared to be both staff and friends partied into the night.

The only other disappointment was the access, although we were aware it was an alleyway before visiting the property, we weren’t quite prepared for how bad it actually was. The alleyway is the back access for many of the restaurants, all with there own rubbish and bins, this meant that you had to pass them all and accept the constant smell as you accessed the apartment. This really was something that we didn’t think would bother us and that we were aware of but in fact the access was so bad at times this did spoil the apartment for us.

My sympathies are with the owners for this because they do advise you and there is nothing really they can do, however the hub it’s self has access via a fire door on the first level and this could potentially be a joint access for visiting guests just a suggestion as I’m not sure if that’s practical or possible

Have to say as lovely as the apartment is, and even with the fantastic 2nd to non-location and views, we unfortunately would not stay again because of the access, However if you can live with the alley it is a beautiful apartment

Lovely apartment with great views. High standard of furnishings and appliances. Will book again!

Gorgeous apartment with amazing views and great location.

Fantastic apartment in a fantastic location! Everything you need for a lovely stay in St Ives. We stay in St Ives a couple of times a year and this is certainly one of our best stays yet. Would highly recommend.

This is a beautiful apartment. The photos do not do it justice. It is incredibly spacious. Rooms are set off a long corridor which leads into an open plan living area with panoramic views of the harbour. Everything looks brand new and has been finished to a very high standard. We would not hesitate to come back here or recommend it to our friends. The weather was bad the week we stayed but it was such a lovely place to be stuck in and all of the restaurants are within a 5 minute (max) walk. Aspects were very quick at responding to messages as well. All in all a great experience!

Very nice property. Well equipped and located

Gorgeous apartment - outstanding views would highly recommend

The location of the Boathouse is just perfect and those views were absolutely gorgeous! We struggled to leave the apartment each day!! It really has spoilt us to stay anywhere else now!! Fantastic week hopefully will be back again one day!

Lovely apartment right in the heart of it all. Not good for those who struggle with stairs

This has to be one of the best holiday flats in St Ives. Lovely flat overlooking the harbour and sea. You get a 'Royal Box' view of any lifeboat practice drills on the slipway and the Hub Bar and Restaurant below is great too. Check out the "Pilchard Press" micro-pub just along the wharf if you like beer, wine and cosy chat! Can't wait to return, which I hope is soon. ENJOY.

Great property, high end.

I stayed in the boathouse loft for the week of my wedding in St.Ives. It took my breath away from the moment I stepped in and provided the sort of luxury retreat that you dream of for your wedding. Spacious yet homely, comfortable and clean, with views that will fill the hearts of anyone who loves St.Ives.

The boathouse Loft in my option is in the best position in St Ives, to wake up each day to that view is incredible. Even if you don't have the best of weather during your stay you can sit and relax looking out to see. The beds and bathrooms are lovely. The apartment is accessed via a service alleyway which is not very pretty but once you are up the stairs the view takes your breath away. Hub box below the apartment is amazing, they even made up food for us and give us a call when it was ready to collect at the back door! The roaming car parking from the council is well worth getting.

Apart from the issue I’ve mentioned the apartment has great location and views too die for.

You have to see past the entrance of this property to fully appreciate how wonderful it is inside.

Stunning apartment, beautifully decorated with the most amazing views over the harbour. Right in the middle of St Ives, we loved it here.

An incredibly light and spacious apartment with breathtaking views. Fantastic for taking in the hustle and bustle of beautiful St Ives from a private and luxurious space.

Beautiful loft conversion....stunning views of the harbour....superb location for walks...pubs and restaraunts...love St Ives cant wait to book again for next year

This is the 4th time we have stayed at the boathouse loft, and each time we fall in love with it and find it very hard to leave! By far the best location and the best view. We will be back in 2018! Thank you for making it wonderful! The Cream tea on arrival after a long journey from London was very much appreciated !

Booked a week after stumbling across the Aspects site online and the view sold it for us!!

It is top end price but you get top end quality, location and view!! Can't rate this apartment highly enough nor the overall service that was provided by the Aspects staff!

VERY IMPRESSED & will return to St Ives again at some point as we love it there!

Lovely apartment which we look forward to revisiting

Fantastic location and a great luxury accommodation to stay in. It can get very noisey in the late evenings.

Beautiful, spacious apartment with a fantastic feel inside and outstanding views.

Probably the most beautiful view we have seen from an apartment window (and we've seen a few) Absolutely stunning!! Lovely, extremely comfortable decor and furnishings. Location fabulous , town restaurants and beaches on the doorstep, spoilt us for anywhere else!! Thank you for the privilege!!

Amazing property we are already looking for when we can book it again!

WOW - amazing apartment, amazing views /location - will definitely stay again

Holiday was absolutely perfect, me and my girlfriend loved it, she was brought to tears when we had to leave because she didn't want to go home. It was all set up lovely and considerate to our needs. We will be coming back. It is a beautiful place.

The view from this apartment certainly has the wow factor! What is more, the generous space in the living room really does make the most of its perfect outlook.

Best view in St. Ives. Spotless accommodation. Close to shops, restaurants and Lifeboat Station. Very quiet in the evenings. Brilliant!

Fantastic property with a very high standard of cleanliness, decor and comfort. The view takes your breath away! The panoramic windows/doors/balcony offers an outstanding view of St Ives from every aspect. We loved every minute and will be back again. Will be highly recommended by us.

A beautifully appointed property in a fabulous location at the heart of St Ives, where you can sit for hours on end, admiring the views, watching the world go by and the tide come in and out.