One of the most popular destinations in Cornwall, England, St Ives has something for everyone. From galleries to beautiful beaches and historical walks, this seaside town is the perfect getaway for couples and families. You can attend surf schools, go on exciting boating trips, and walk on cliff tops. The adventures won’t stop. It’s a cultural haven for vacationers everywhere. If you want a place to stay here, you should consider booking a fully furnished yurt. When you stay at such a place, you will receive all the modern conveniences and an authentic experience of the place. Check out our top recommendations for yurts near St Ives, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. The Sail House at Pengelly Retreat (from USD 158)
The Sail House is one of two yurts in the peaceful gardens of Pengelly Retreat. Guests can enjoy the convenience of an ensuite accommodation, underfloor heating, and a log burner. If you are a nature lover, you will enjoy the sight of the lake and abundant greenery.
The first basket of logs used is provided free of charge but you can purchase more from the store onsite. Guests can use the boardwalk at the entrance of the house, which leads to the sundeck.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
beautiful bathroom and underfloor heatingthe bathroom yurt with double bath is fabulousthe bed is extremely comfortablewe loved waking up and having our breakfast over the lakeCleanliness:
it's very cosy and sweet clean and with a small kitchen that is really usefulHost:
thank you so much to our hosts for their amazing hospitality :)ruth and jim are wonderful hostsruth and jim were great hosts and really helpfulruth and jim are lovely hostsyou'll love the yurt and ruth and the family are so accommodating and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is bang in the middle of cornwall providing easy access to everywhereperfect location for a unique stay in cornwallperfect accommodation in a beautiful locationit’s such a beautiful locationwonderful location fantastic yurt with everything you could need for a glamping break
2. Private riverside yurt
This rustic riverside yurt is located in private woodland. Whether you are on a romantic getaway or a family trip, it’s the perfect base from where you can explore South Cornwall. Guests have the entire site to themselves, replete with a good WiFi connection. You have the choice to disable it if you wish to unplug and revel in the natural surroundings. A fully equipped outdoor kitchen is available for guest use.
Troon, England, United Kingdom
30.25 km (18.8 mi) from The Minack TheatreSuperhost
Accommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
extremely clean and emma was very friendly and helpfulHost:
outstanding lovely space with superb care taken by the host over every single detailemma and john are fantastic hosts and were always available for questions help or advicefantastic hosts comfortable beds lovely sounds of the riveremma was a great host very helpful especially with things to do around the areaemma was warm welcoming and informativeRead more reviewsLocation:
it is in a great location for exploring both country and coasthad a lovely break away & the location & accommodation was magical for our childrenif you want to experience your very own little corner of rural paradise this is the place to stayif you want peace and quiet this is the place to stay
3. Lower Vorvas Yurts (from USD 76)
If you are looking for a base from which to explore Cornwall, consider booking your stay at Lower Vorvas Yurts. It places you right in the middle of spectacular views and the natural Cornish world. The yurt is furnished with a double bed, a log burner, and a dressing table. Pillows and a duvet are provided, but guests should bring their own sheets and linens. Shower and toilet facilities with hot running water are accessible onsite.
Top guest reviews
Host:
thank you james and janice for answering all my questions and being fab hostsamazing accommodation very clean great location and james was an excellent host would definitely recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
and i enjoyed watching and hearing the horses in the field close by
4. Kewni (from USD 95)
Kewni yurt is located in Cornwall’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Guests are provided with a comfortable double bed, an ensuite bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchenette. In addition, a sheltered private lake is available solely for guest use. The yurt has twinkling fairy lights, which you can dim if you want to create a romantic atmosphere. You can also relax on the private deck and breathe the cool, fresh air.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very spacious and well equipped with all the amenities needed for a comfortable staythe lake was incredible with steps down into it like a poolthe en-suite being a very welcome addition with a great hot showerCleanliness:
beautiful yurt very clean lovely and cozythe yurt itself was very clean warmly decorated and had a great bathroomthe yurt was very clean and extremely charmingthe yurt was well-maintained and felt clean and cozythe yurt was really clean and there was cream tea waiting for us on our arrivalHost:
alan & julie were great hostsalan and julie were great hoststhank you being the perfect hostsalan & julie are great hoststhey were both friendly warm and made us feel at homeRead more reviewsLocation:
a lovely location a beautiful romantic place to staygreat stay excellent location to explore cornwallthe bed is really comfortable and the location is lovelythe location is very peaceful with some fabulous dog friendly walks for a real get-away-from-it-all breakstunning farm location with lake walking paths country side views and cows right at your yurts doorstep
5. Badgers Hollow Yurt (from USD 113)
This yurt is located on the cliffs of West Cornwall, between Prussia Cove and Perranuthnoe. It is a part of the Beare’s Den campsite, and its small size only adds to its charm. Inside the property, you will find a double bed, a day bed, and a spare single bed that accommodates up to four adults. Animal lovers and families will be pleased to know that there are three children-friendly dogs on the site.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
great area and the campsite is small friendly and cleanshared showers and toilets where fine (new and clean)the yurt was clean spacious fully equipped and in a great locationHost:
adam and bibba were great hosts the site has a really great chilled vibe would definitely go backmagical place & great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
we will definitely stay again perfect locationbeautiful setting 5-10 walk to the beachluxurious ‘glamping’ close to coastal path and short walk to lovely quiet sandy beacha great site brilliant yurt fab location all with updated 2020 facilitieswhat a stunning place to stay
6. Peaceful and well-equipped yurt
This wonderful yurt is located in St Hilary, Penzance. It is approximately 10 mi (16.1 km) from the scenic town of St Ives. The yurt is set on its own private grounds with an adventure playground for children. This pet-friendly yurt has a double bed and two single beds. You are welcome to explore the surrounding fields and woods via the guided footpaths. The yurt is also near many beautiful beaches and towns.
St. Hilary, Penzance, United Kingdom
19.64 km (12.3 mi) from The Minack TheatreAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
perfect because there have everything especially wi-if and heaterHost:
brian is a super nice hostan enchanting spot and charming hostslovely place with great hosts my daughter loved feeding the chickens and the fishRead more reviewsLocation:
space is awesome and very unique in a great locationgreat places to see at 10 min drivethe location is perfect to explore prussia cove praa sands and st michaels mounta busy but beautiful beach day without the hassle of driving along the narrow streets and limited parkingwe'd definitely recommend this place for any family wanting a unique cornwall "camping" experience
7. Millbrook Cottage Yurt (from USD 139)
This Mongolian yurt is built on its own platform and is the perfect choice for guests who want an off-grid experience. You can access the space through its own bridge built over a stream. Things like a firepit and wood will enable you to really connect with nature. There’s also a beautiful outdoor heated shower in the composting toilet near the yurt.
Bedding is included for the double bed but you’ll need to bring your own duvet if you want to use the futon mattress for an additional guest.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the gas heater was so effectivewe loved the outside kitchen area built around a tree & found it well equippedthere is a nice picnic table (covered) to sit on for mealsbeautiful tranquil setting and cosy comfortable yurtwe enjoyed having a fire and the outdoor shower was a great experience and roasty warmCleanliness:
outdoor shower — best experience it was clean modern and hot 2the yurt had everything we needed clean tidy and warm and was great to relax indry compost toilet — it didn't stink 3the yurt is charming clean and comfortablethe yurt is spacious clean and colourfulHost:
lovely hosts and all essentials providedfantastic yurt and vicki was a great hostlovely host lovely setting quirky and funfantastic hosts really friendly and helpfulvicki was a lovely host and made us feel very welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was beautifullocation was great for exploring cornwallthe location is great with lots of attractions nearby and vicki welcomed us with a much needed cuppalocation great for exploring cornwall beacheswe would highly recommend this stay to close friends
8. Sycamore Yurt
If you desire to spend your time in a quiet location near the coast path and the beach, this yurt is a perfect choice. You won’t feel an absence of company here because of the presence of four other yurts and two bell tents on site. The host offers bedding for up to four guests, and shared bathroom facilities for all. Each yurt comes fully equipped with an electric kettle, an outdoor table, cutlery, and crockery.
Cornwall, United Kingdom
37.1 km (23.1 mi) from The Minack TheatreAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we slept comfortably on the futon beds with our sleeping bags and enjoyed the peaceful quiet surroundingsthe bed was especially comfortable the amenities available cover everything you needour stay was cosy and very comfortable a great one-night getaway somewhere fun and differentplenty of space inside impressed to find electricity very comfortable bed and the decor was really sweetCleanliness:
highly recommend clean and well organisedeasy to find and very clean and tidygreat stay in janes yurt clean and tidy and great communication throughout would recommendvery clean everything we needed would definitely stay againincredibly clean and such snug yurts you’d wouldn’t want for anythingHost:
jane was a very good host very helpful and quick at respondingjust a pleasant experience thanks to jane the hostjane was kind and helpful and our stay was nothing short of magicalRead more reviewsLocation:
really comfy bed the location is really fabulousit's an amazing location with some of the most interesting and dramatic coastline to explore close bygreat location with a short walk to the coastal path and a beautiful sandy baynice field and yurts peaceful location comfortable staynice quite site good location for exploring
A unique experience
Without a doubt, an item to tick off your Cornish bucket list should be staying in a yurt and getting that off-grid experience. Apart from having Cornish cream tea and popping down to the coastline for the breathtaking views, staying in a yurt near St Ives will give you a unique experience.
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