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By Helicopter - Direct to Tresco

By Helicopter - Direct to Tresco

Fly direct to Tresco with Penzance Helicopters - making the flight to the Isles of Scilly as memorable as the destination

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

Tucked away within its own secret garden yet just moments from the beach, Glen makes an apt base for a tranquil island retreat.

At A Glance

  • Location

    East Coast (Old Grimsby)
  • Sleeps

    6 people
  • View

    Country views of the surrounding garden
  • Change Over

    Friday

The Cottage

Approach through the magnificent garden to Glen’s granite walls - inside, you’ll find a homely lounge and country-style kitchen waiting to welcome you.

Glen sleeps six across three bedrooms - sink into the comfiest superking beds after blissful island days.

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

1 x double

2 x twin

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 Sailing School 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 the sailing school next door to arrange salty escapades.

Rental Availability

  • 07 Mar - 14 Mar 25
    £2,080.00
  • 14 Mar - 21 Mar 25
    £2,080.00
  • 28 Mar - 04 Apr 25
    £2,080.00
  • 23 May - 30 May 25
    £3,250.00

Stay on Tresco

Winter and Festive breaks are not always available to book online - for cottage stays or New Inn breaks over the winter months please go to Winter on Tresco or call 01720 422849.

Or call +44 (0)1720 422 849