4 Draycott Terrace, St Ives welcomes you into a spacious kitchen fitted with everything needed to cater for a full house, from an electric double oven and gas hob to a handy dishwasher and an additional dining table for casual breakfasts. Relax in the adjoining living room, where a beautiful period open fireplace and plenty of comfortable seating gather beneath a Juliet balcony framing glorious views across the bay, while the TV and DVD player promise cosy evenings in. The adjoining dining room, with its generous table and chairs, is perfect for sociable family meals before guests drift through to the kitchen beyond.
Step outside to discover two charming outdoor spots: a small, secluded patio at the front of the basement playroom, ideal for a quiet morning coffee, and a decked area above the kitchen offering sweeping coastal views. Five comfortable bedrooms are arranged across the upper floors, including two king-size rooms, a double, a single and a twin, several enjoying wonderful sea views from beneath the characterful eaves. Private parking for one car is accessed via a narrow lane, with steep steps leading down from the rear of the property.
Picture mornings spent gazing out across St Ives Bay from the Juliet balcony, coffee in hand, before heading down to Porthminster Beach for golden sands and a refreshing dip. Evenings call for table tennis tournaments in the basement playroom, followed by fireside chats beneath flickering firelight. As the sun sets over the harbour, the scent of salt air drifts through the windows, promising another perfect Cornish holiday with those you love most.
4 Draycott Terrace, St Ives sits just moments from the town's artistic heart and glittering harbour, perfectly placed for exploring everything this vibrant fishing town has to offer. The Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, celebrating the extraordinary legacy of the renowned sculptor within her former studio and lush subtropical garden, is just two kilometres away. Jubilee Pool in Penzance (11 km), a striking Art Deco lido with geothermal waters, a children's pool and a café boasts panoramic sea views. Geevor Tin Mine in Pendeen (16 km) offers a fascinating underground journey into Cornwall's rich mining heritage, set within a dramatic World Heritage landscape, while Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm in Penhallow, with its vintage tractor rides, guided tours and array of apple-based treats, is 27 kilometres away.
Venture a little further afield to uncover more of Cornwall's finest family days out. The Lost Gardens of Heligan near Pentewan (48 km) is a magical restoration project filled with enchanting woodland walks, rare plant collections and abundant wildlife. Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay (49 km) is home to captivating underwater tunnels, interactive exhibits and a wealth of marine life, while Camel Creek Family Theme Park in Tredinnick (50 km), with its thrilling rides, animal encounters and lively seasonal events makes for a fun-filled day trip with the whole family.
Closer to home, the former mining town of Hayle, with its miles of golden sand, epic surf and fascinating industrial history, is just five kilometres away, perfect for a leisurely afternoon by the sea. Truro, Cornwall's elegant county capital, lies a 31-kilometre drive away, where you'll find a magnificent cathedral, boutique shopping streets and a bustling calendar of farmers' markets and cultural events, offering a wonderful contrast to the laid-back charm of St Ives.
