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Place guide3 min readUpdated 10 Sept 2026

By the Down The Cove editorial team

Avoca Holiday Homes

is a pair of four-star self-catering apartments, Hoopers and An Tigeen, on St Mary's in the Isles of Scilly. Each offers comfortable ground-floor accommodation for two, just a short walk from the town centre, beaches and stunning coastal paths.

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Quick notes for your visit

Place to stay

Plan your visit

A simple guide to the feel of the place, how to arrive, and what to keep in mind before you go.

Avoca Holiday Homes works best as a base for small, unhurried coastal moments: a beach walk, a harbour visit, and time together without over-planning.

Best forA softer base for exploring: less rush, more time for beaches, harbours and local food.

Family stays, slow weekends, coastal exploring and simple Cornish breaks.

Getting thereParking, arrival and the practical first steps.

Check the final approach, parking arrangements and arrival window before travelling through narrow coastal roads.

What to look forA calmer way to plan with children or visitors.

Good for families who want a settled base rather than trying to fit too much into one day.

Before you goThe small checks that make the day easier.

Pack for mixed weather and plan a few easy coastal options nearby so the trip still feels good if the forecast turns.

The full guide

Read straight through, or use the planning notes above to shape an easier coastal day.

'Hoopers' and 'An Tigeen' - two lovely apartments on St Mary's, Isles of Scilly - 28 miles southwest of Lands End. St Mary's is the largest of the group of 100 or so islands that make up the Scilly Isles (only 5 of them are inhabited).

Situated just 5 minutes walk from the town centre, and 2 minutes from stunning coastal walks and beaches.

Both apartments are 4 star rated and provide ground floor accommodation for 2 people each. Each apartment has zip and link double beds allowing any configuration.

Relax and unwind in the comfortably furnished apartments where every effort is made so that you can enjoy the beautiful island paradise.

The tariff includes electricity so no nasty meters to feed, all linen and towels (not beach), fresh fruit, flowers and a bottle of wine on your arrival.

The apartments are available all year, so if you're unable to experience a Scillonian summer, why not enjoy the early spring flowers or crystal clear autumn colours instead?

If your hobby is painting or photography or just an appreciation of natural beauty, peace and quiet, then these apartments are for you.

For more information about prices and availability please call Declan on 01720 423183

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Common questions

What does Avoca Holiday Homes offer?
Avoca Holiday Homes offers two four-star self-catering apartments, Hoopers and An Tigeen. Each provides ground-floor accommodation for two people, with zip and link double beds allowing any configuration.
Where are the Avoca Holiday Homes apartments?
They are on St Mary's, the largest of the Isles of Scilly, around 28 miles southwest of Land's End. They sit just five minutes' walk from the town centre and two minutes from coastal walks and beaches.
What is included in the Avoca Holiday Homes tariff?
The tariff includes electricity, so there are no meters to feed, along with all linen and towels (not beach towels), plus fresh fruit, flowers and a bottle of wine on arrival. The apartments are available all year.

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