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Rebel's Retreat, near St Ives
Independent pet-friendly review by Four Legged Guests · updated August 2026 · paw rating built from 2 verified guest reviews mentioning pets
Bring your dog if
- You want a whole-property rental - no shared lobbies or corridors to navigate with your dog
- You're basing yourself in Saint Ives / the Other UK and want a pet-friendly anchor for day trips
- The wider guest experience is strong - guests rate this 8.8/10 overall on booking platforms
Worth knowing
- Paw rating is based on 2 reviews - limited sample, treat as directional
- Pet limits: max 2 pets, Dogs listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act are not accepted on the park: Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino and Fila Brasileiro - research-verified; the fee isn't published, so confirm the charge when you book
How this review was built Evidence, sources, refresh cadence
- Evidence: 2 pet-mention guest reviews sourced from major booking platforms - guests who explicitly mentioned travelling with a dog. Each review is screened for pet-relevance, then judged for sentiment to compute the paw rating.
- Not a personal visit. We don't stay at every hotel we cover - we summarise patterns from real guest reviews, paraphrased and never quoted verbatim. Full standard on our editorial policy page.
- Wider context: The property has 21 guest reviews overall across booking platforms, averaging 8.8/10 - the paw rating reflects only the pet-mentioning subset.
- Last refreshed: August 2026. Policies and pricing drift; we re-check on a rolling basis. Confirm specifics with the property at the moment you book.
- How the paw rating works: Full detail on the methodology page, including the three verification gates and known limitations.
Pet policy at a glance
- Dogs must be kept on a lead anywhere on the park.
- There is no charge for registered assistance dogs.
- The park operator charges a dog supplement on accommodation booked through it, 30 pounds per dog for a short break and 50 pounds per dog per week.
- Do not leave your dog unattended for long periods, as temperatures rise quickly inside caravan accommodation.
- Up to 2 dogs per booking.
- On-site pet amenities: designated dog areas in the park facilities.
- Dogs listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act are not accepted on the park: Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino and Fila Brasileiro.
Pet-friendly summary
Rebel's Retreat is a quiet, dog-friendly chalet near St Ives, a relaxed choice for dog owners who want woodland walks on the doorstep and an easy, well-stocked base for exploring west Cornwall. Peaceful and comfortable, with a thoughtful host and a leisure pass thrown in, it makes a simple, value-friendly spot for a coastal break with a dog.
Dog owners are warm about their stays. Guests travelling with dogs particularly like the lovely woodland right on the doorstep, which is ideal for everyday walks, and praise the quiet, pleasant setting. The host supplies everything you need, from clean towels and bedding to a well-equipped kitchen and welcome basics, so you can simply arrive and settle in with the dog.
The location works well for an active dog. As well as the woodland walks from the door, St Ives, its harbour and the area's beaches and coast path are all within easy reach, so there is plenty of variety, and a free leisure pass adds a little extra value to the stay.
As a simple chalet it keeps things practical rather than luxurious. Guests have reported a stay without hot water and an underwhelming shower, both worth raising with the helpful host early. Dogs need to stay on a lead anywhere on the park, and the park operator charges a dog supplement on accommodation booked through it, so check whether that applies to your booking. For dog owners after a peaceful, well-located base near St Ives with woodland walks on tap, Rebel's Retreat earns a solid 4.3 out of 5 paw rating.
Highlights from pet-mentioning reviews
What reviewers travelling with dogs consistently noted about staying here.
- Lovely woodland walks on the doorstep
- Quiet, peaceful setting near St Ives
- Host supplies everything you need
- Free leisure pass included
- Simple chalet, practical not luxurious
About this hotel
Rebel's Retreat is a 3.5-star self-catering chalet in a quiet, wooded setting near St Ives on the west Cornwall coast. Comfortable and well stocked with a thoughtful host and a free leisure pass, it sits within easy reach of St Ives, its harbour and the area's beaches, making a peaceful base for a Cornish break.
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Location
210 Treva Croft, St Ives Holiday Village, Saint Ives, TR26 3HX
