Wander down to the beach, stroll into town or head out along the scenic South West Coast Path in St Ives. Sleeping three guests, this one-bedroom, duplex apartment is in an exceptional position for anyone wishing to be close to the beach. Set across the second and third floors of the building beside Porthmeor Beach, it also boasts two balconies, one of which captures sea views.
Make your way up and enter to find an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, where you can relax and gaze out across the bay. This airy, comfortable space has a sofa that can be made up as a bed for one guest and a TV and DVD player for your entertainment. The kitchen area has everything you need to help you prepare delicious homemade meals and there is a table to gather round when you choose to dine indoors. The family bathroom is also at this level, together with a door opening on to one of your balconies. Climb the open-tread staircase up to the floor above to discover your inviting twin bedroom, which has a TV and an en-suite WC. Open the doors in here on warm mornings to step out on to the second balcony. There is parking for one car.
Spend time on Porthmeor Beach, which is known for its surfing and right beside the apartment, or head to Bamaluz, 350 metres away, or Porthminster, 0.5 miles away. Also wander 0.5 miles down to the harbour where you can book boat trips, including cruises on which you might spot seals, dolphins and even whales. Art-lovers will be pleased to discover this apartment is just 350 metres from Tate St Ives and 500 metres from the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden. Follow the South West Coast Path for 1 mile to reach Clodgy Point.