1 Seabirds House, St Ives is an elegant ground-floor apartment nestled within a grand house in the heart of Cornwall's most enchanting coastal town. The delightful kitchen boasts everything needed to cater for your group, featuring an electric hob and oven, fridge with ice box, slimline dishwasher, and microwave. Step into the welcoming lounge / diner, where picture windows frame far-reaching sea views and comfortable sofas invite relaxation around a Smart TV. A dining table seats up to four guests, whilst easy chairs positioned by the windows ensure you can savour those magnificent vistas from inside.
Venture outside through the kitchen door to discover the fabulous terrace, elevated yet accessible on the same level, where glorious sea views and outdoor furniture create the perfect spot for alfresco dining. Choose from two wonderful bedrooms: a zip-and-link super-king that converts to twin beds upon request, complete with its own study area, and a charming double room. Freshen up in the delightful shower room featuring a walk-in shower, illuminated mirror, and heated towel rail for ultimate comfort.
Imagine waking to the gentle sounds of St Ives drifting through your windows, brewing morning coffee whilst planning your day's coastal adventures. Picture yourself unwinding on your private terrace as evening falls, glass of wine in hand, watching the sea change colours whilst the artistic town comes alive below you.
1 Seabirds House, St Ives places you perfectly to explore this creative coastal haven and beyond. The Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden (0.1 km) showcases the renowned artist's works in her preserved studio and enchanting outdoor sculptures. The historic St Michael's Mount in Marazion (11 km) offers castle tours and causeway walks across this legendary tidal island with its subtropical gardens. Jubilee Pool in Penzance (11 km) provides a unique saltwater lido experience with geothermal pools and panoramic coastal views, whilst Poldark Mine in Trenear (19 km) takes you underground to discover Cornwall's rich mining heritage.
Further afield, the Lost Gardens of Heligan (48 km) enchant visitors with their magical restoration story, featuring Victorian gardens, exotic jungle areas, and the famous Mud Maid sculpture hidden amongst ancient woodlands. St Austell offers both the historic St Austell Brewery (51 km) with award-winning Tribute and Proper Job beers, guided tours, and traditional Cornish pasty tastings, alongside the vibrant Market House (51 km) – a beautifully restored Victorian building hosting independent shops, creative businesses, regular markets, and year-round cultural activities including live music and artisan food events.
The picturesque riverside town of Falmouth is a 31-kilometre drive away and beckons with its magnificent coastal fortresses, including the impressive Pendennis Castle with panoramic harbour views, plus exhilarating zip wire adventures soaring above the treetops. The town's bustling harbour hosts tall ships and maritime festivals, whilst its award-winning beaches offer excellent water sports. Meanwhile, Camborne (13 km) reveals its fascinating industrial heritage as one of the world's richest mining towns, where visitors can explore the UNESCO World Heritage mining landscape, discover the legendary stories of Cornish miners, and visit preserved engine houses that once powered this remarkable tin and copper mining region.
