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By Helicopter - Direct to Tresco

By Helicopter - Direct to Tresco

The fastest way to reach Tresco? Fly direct with Penzance Helicopters - a spectacular 15-minute hop from Cornwall to our island paradise.

Before you Arrive

Before you Arrive

Our pre-arrival checklist - from letting us know your travel plans to ordering your wine and groceries

Tresco Islandshare

Tresco Islandshare

Own a piece of this unique island, with 40 years of holidays on Tresco as more than just a visitor. Discover Islandshares for sale...

Tresco Offers & Breaks

Tresco Offers & Breaks

From seasonal escapes to wellness and creative breaks and last-minute offers, discover our latest offers & breaks on Tresco Island

Eating

Eating

From beachfront dining to our cosy inn, get a taste for island-inspired dining with a Tresco twist

Grocery

Grocery

Place a pre-arrival grocery order and we'll deliver to your accommodation on your arrival

Events & Experiences

Events & Experiences

From the Low Tide Event to live music, Abbey Garden Theatre and more, discover extraordinary events on the Isles of Scilly

Day Trips to Tresco

Day Trips to Tresco

Whether you're coming from elsewhere on Scilly, or further afield in Devon or Cornwall, a day trip to Tresco is the perfect day out

Glen

Hidden among trees on the edge of Old Grimsby, Glen is a peaceful cottage retreat with a secret-garden feel - secluded, sheltered and just moments from the sand.

At A Glance

The Cottage

Approached through its own magnificent garden, with granite walls waiting beyond the greenery, Glen has a lovely sense of being tucked away from the world. Here, your closest neighbours are nature, birdsong and the island cricket field, yet Green Porth is only a few steps away when you feel like sand between your toes.

Inside, Glen is warm, homely and unpretentious, with a comfortable sitting room, log burner and country-style kitchen for easy island living. 

The cottage sleeps six across three bedrooms, with flexible zip-linked beds that can be arranged as superking or twin by prior request, making it well suited to families or friends holidaying together. Two bathrooms, including one ensuite, add space and practicality after beach days and salty adventures.

The location is wonderfully easy. Wander down to Green Porth for a morning swim, follow the shoreline to The Ruin Beach Café for lunch, or call into Hut62 to make the most of the water. Then return through the garden to the quiet of your own tucked-away corner of Tresco.

Secluded without feeling remote, Glen is a gentle, characterful base for those who want nature, the beach and Old Grimsby’s laid-back rhythm all close at hand.

Our Favourite Thing

The secluded location - neighbouring only nature (and the island cricket field) you’ll feel totally cut off from the world.

Property Details

Bedrooms

Master bedroom: Superking*

Second Bedroom: Twin*

Third Bedroom: Twin*

The above details the standard setup for this cottage. * denotes zip-linked beds that can be changed between Superking or Twin by prior request.

Bathrooms

2 bathrooms (1 en suite)

Heating

Log burning stove in lounge, electric wall heaters in all rooms.

Includes

Entry to Tresco Abbey Garden, Sea Garden & Tresco Island Spa facilities, Tresco tennis courts and Golf on St Mary's throughout your stay

Occupation / Vacation

1.00pm / 9.30am

On the Doorstep

The Ruin Beach Cafe and Hut62 are a short walk away, while the silky sands of Green Porth are a stone's throw from the cottage itself.

Facilities

Our cottages are well-equipped with a comprehensive inventory, which includes kitchen appliances and equipment, bathrobes, hair dryers, and an outdoor BBQ with tools. Bathrooms come complete with 100 Acres shampoo, body wash and hand soap.

This property comes equipped with a dishwasher. There is no washing machine at the property, however laundry facilities are available centrally with a small cost payable per load.

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The Location

Hidden amongst its own little copse of trees, you only need venture a few steps from the property to feel sand between your toes - picturesque Green Porth is the nearest beach.

Just along the shoreline foodies will be pleased to discover the Ruin Beach Cafe, while those with a hunger for adventure will want to call in at Hut62 to arrange salty escapades.

Rental Availability

  • 09 Apr - 16 Apr 27
    £2,450.00
  • 23 Apr - 30 Apr 27
    £2,230.00
  • 14 May - 21 May 27
    £2,970.00
  • 02 Jul - 09 Jul 27
    £4,905.00

Stay on Tresco

Winter and festive breaks cannot be booked online; please call us on 01720 422849 or visit our Winter on Tresco page.

Or call +44 (0)1720 422 849