Enjoy uninterrupted views of dunes and the coast at Sandy Acres Campsite, a five minute walk to the sandy St Ives Bay. Campers have non electric grass pitches, some small, standard, supersized, or with sea views. For glamping, there are cosy pods too. Watersport lovers will love the onsite surf school personalised to your abilities, and with qualified instructors! You will find a beach cafe, a shop, and a yoga hub for those looking to unwind.
Why choose Sandy Acres Campsite
Ideal for adventure seekers with an onsite surf school tailored to you and access to SW Coast Path
Family and dog friendly coastal camping with sea view pitches and glamping overlooking St Ives Bay!
Great site beach cafe with homemade cakes, lunches, and coffee, a yoga retreat, and handy shop
About the site
A rural 170-acre campsite backed by grassy dunes and overlooking a secluded sandy beach, just ten minutes from Godrevy and Hayle. The site is ideal for explorers, adventure goers, families and couples, with direct access to the South West Coast Path and St Ives Bay. With an onsite surf school personalised to your abilities and taught by qualified instructors, plus a range of private lessons, you're sure to make lasting memories and enjoy an exhilarating time riding the waves. Tents, campervans and smaller motorhomes can choose from non electric grass pitches in small, standard, supersized and beach-view options. Glampers can opt for two-person beach pods, equipped with a king bed or two singles plus bunk beds (bedding provided), a small kitchen area for making tea and coffee, crockery and rechargeable lanterns. Outside is a picnic bench, table and chairs. Family-sized pods are also available, featuring either two singles or a super king bed (bedding provided), a small kitchen area for tea and coffee, a small gas hob, cosy log burner, crockery and rechargeable lanterns. Outside, enjoy a picnic bench, table and chairs. Expect wildlife, a beachside cafe for coffee and treats, a handy shop, and calming yoga sessions held along the sandy shores or in the onsite yoga yurt. Up to three dogs are welcome onsite. Please ensure they are kept on their leads. Raised campfires are welcome. Sorry, campfires are prohibited.
Open from 1 May to 30 September.
There are 31 accommodation options on-site
6 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (Small)
Max 6 people
Non electric grass pitches that are either smaller or on a minimal slope. Suitable for small tents, campervans, and motorhomes.
13 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (Standard)
Max 6 people
Standard non electric grass pitches for tents, campervans, and motorhomes.
4 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (Beach Track)
Max 6 people
Non electric grass pitches closest to the beach, suitable for tents, campervans, and motorhomes.
6 x Non Electric Grass Super Pitches
Max 6 people
Larger non electric grass for tents, campervans, and motorhomes.
Interested in staying at Sandy Acres Campsite?
Unfortunately Sandy Acres Campsite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
*Check-in for glamping is from 4pm. Please check out by 10am on your last day.
*Due to the sensitive nature of the site, open fires/pits, and buckets are prohibited.
*Raised BBQs are allowed here, however, these must be put out once food has been cooked. During periods of extended dry weather, the site may prohibit BBQs.
*Please note, the site does not accommodate 6m bell tents or big motorhomes.
*The super pitches are not larger pitches for multiple tents.
*Group bookings are prohibited unless by prior arrangement.
*Dogs must be kept on their leads at all times.
*When the campsite is at capacity, there have been periods without hot water. This has only happened twice, but it is worth bearing in mind.
*Please be aware that the road leading to the campsite is an unmade track and can get rather bumpy during periods of bad weather.
* Gates are locked at 10pm and reopened at 7am.
*No pre-recorded music or generators at any time.
*There's a noise policy between 10pm-7am.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at Sandy Acres Campsite?
Unfortunately Sandy Acres Campsite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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