neighbouring areas
| Bodmin | Helston | Padstow | St. Columb |
| Bude | Launceston | Penzance | Truro |
| Camborne | Liskeard | St. Austell | Wadebridge |
| Falmouth | Looe | St. Agnes | |
| Fowey | Newquay | St Austell |
St. Ives is set on the shores of St. Ives Bay, facing the Atlantic Ocean, and is considered to be one of the most colourful and attractive towns in Cornwall. Numerous granite cottages, small cobbled streets and narrow alleyways all surround a sheltered harbour. St. Ives is predominantly a tourist destination, but life also centres on the harbour where fishing boats bring in their daily catch. Retirees often search for property for sale in St. Ives, because of the mild climate, warmed by the Gulf Stream and almost frost-free winters. People who have relocated to St. Ives say it is a great place to live, not just because of the beaches and beautiful setting, but also because it has a real sense of community. St. Ives property is highly sought after, and many properties around the harbour area are in demand as buy to let investments.
Amenities for properties in St. Ives
The busy town centre and surrounding area has a wide variety of shops and amenities including a library, two internet cafés, two post offices, branches of the major banks, a leisure centre and a local hospital. There are in excess of five estate agents in St. Ives, all of whom will be able to assist you in your search for the right property. During recent years St. Ives has become a popular destination for people who enjoy fine cuisine, with many restaurants specialising in locally caught seafood. Families searching for houses for sale in St. Ives will discover it is a good place for children, with plenty to do, good schools and a safe environment. As well as its tradition of fishing, St. Ives is world famous as an art centre. The Tate St. Ives, part of the Tate Gallery in London, was opened in 1993 and is considered to be the flagship of Cornish art.
Transport for St. Ives
By road, St. Ives is accessible via the M5 and M6 (south bound) and subsequently the A30 and A38. By rail, train services operate from Penzance to St. Ives on a branch line.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in St. Ives, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas and search for property for sale in Penzance, Newquay and Padstow.