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Chic Island Retreat

Cornish Isles, Cornwall, United Kingdom

Sleeps: 24 - 50 guests

Unique Features

  • Stunning sea views; on the doorstep of pristine beaches
  • An exclusive island retreat for Christmas, New Year and Weddings
  • An informal and relaxed hideaway in extensive private grounds
  • Local artworks and sculptures

The Property

Exclusive Chic Island Retreat in Cornwall, UK

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This ultimate island escape offers luxury and privacy amidst pristine beauty. Nowhere else in the UK comes this close to the Caribbean – with a balmy climate, sandy beaches and thriving sub-tropical plant life. Step inside a stylish chic interior adorned by sculptures and paintings by local artists, including Barbara Hepworth, Ivon Hitchens, Julian Trevelyan and Richard Pearce.

Inside

  • Style: New England chic meets contemporary Cornwall: All rooms are beautifully furnished in Lloyd loom with Malabar fabrics set against oceanic hues.
  • Bedrooms: 25 luxury bedrooms and suites sleep up to 50 guests. 3 suites have 2 bedrooms (the second bedroom only suitable for x2 children), whilst 11 bedrooms can accommodate children in the ‘lounge’ area on sofa beds. All bedrooms have en-suite facilities and most have sea views and patios.
  • For relaxation: Fling open the patio doors and enjoy the stunning island views and fresh sea air, or chill out in the sauna and jacuzzi.
  • For recreation: On the doorstep lies a stunning sandy beach where you can stroll, swim or simply sit and gawp at the scenery. Alternatively, work up a sweat in the gym.

Outside:

Open the door to extensive grounds boasting lush flora that sprawls seawards. Enjoy gob-smacking sea views from your private balcony (in most rooms), or simply make the most of the outdoor heated pool.

Food and Wine

  • In-house cuisine: Sumptuous bar and restaurant menus consisting of fresh, local produce. Crab, lobster and vegetables are sourced a stone’s throw from the kitchen.
  • Eating out: The Hotel serves up fresh local produce in its award-winning restaurant, or for a café lunch in a lush setting stop at the café in the sub-tropical Abbey Garden. If you fancy a traditional pub atmosphere, good food and local ales head to The Island Inn

Rental Inclusive of:

  • Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Getting there

  • On the map: One of five inhabited islands in a remote archipelago situated 30 miles off the south coast of Cornwall
  • By car: Visitors’ cars are not permitted on the island
  • By ferry: About 2 hours 40 minutes from Penzance
  • By plane: Arrive by helicopter when you fly direct from Penzance, or take the plane from Newquay, Lands End, Bristol or Exeter.

Out and About

  • The Abbey Garden is famous for its abundance of sub-tropical plants
  • Boat trips, fishing, sailing, diving and snorkelling
  • Horse-riding on the beach and a plethora of beautiful coastal walks
  • View paintings and local craftwork at the Gallery
  • Island rambling
  • Par 3 Golf
  • Boules

Pricing

  • From: Dinner B&B from £130 to £230 per person per night for a studio suite Upto: Dinner, B&B from £150 to £300 per person per night for m Emperor Suite
  • Weekend: Exclusive hire is available during the month of February: From 25 rooms & 50 people 2 nights £10,000; additional nights at £4,000 per night inclusive of dinner, bed and breakfast
  • Delegate Rates: Mid week corporate rates based on exclusive use of 100% single occupancy - £4,500 per 24hours, Rate for mix of single and twin occupancy based on exclusive use and maximum of 47 persons - £5950 per 24 hours
  • Xmas: Available Christmas 2008 (Price on application)
  • New Year: Available New Year 2008 (Price on application)
  • Damages Deposit: £1500

Accommodation Details

Exclusive chic island retreat for the ultimate getting away from it all experience

  • Personally Inspected: Yes
  • Single Room Supplements: Delegate Rates inclusive of morning coffee, 2 course lunch, afternoon tea, 3 course dinner, accommodation, breakfast, meeting facilities, all on-island boating and transfers, Abbey Garden entrance
  • Sleeps: 24 - 50 guests
  • Double: 25 luxury bedrooms and suites - all ensuite
  • Facilities: Outdoor pool, sauna and jacuzzi, gym and games room
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Children: Yes
  • Pets: No
  • Evening Meals: Inclusive
  • Disabled Access: Limited
  • Mod Cons: CD/Radio, DVD players and digital satellite TV with 2 premium sports channels
  • Internet & Communications: WiFi Broadband
  • Wedding Venue: Yes - View more details
  • Arrival Time: After 3pm
  • Departure Time: 10.30am

Contact Details

Address:
Chic Island Retreat
Cornish Isles, Cornwall
United Kingdom

Tel: (01637) 881942

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Disclaimer: These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set as a guideline only. They are intended to give a fair description, but should not be relied upon as being a statement of fact. The photographs appearing on this website show only certain parts and aspects of the property at the time when the photographs were taken and it should not be assumed that the property remains precisely as displayed in the photographs. If there are any points of particular importance that need clarifying before you confirm your booking please do not hesitate to ask.

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