46 Carrack Widden, St Ives is a contemporary first-floor apartment overlooking the golden sands of Porthminster Beach, perfectly suited for couples or small families seeking a coastal retreat. The open-plan living space combines kitchen, dining, and lounge areas, where the well-equipped kitchen features an electric oven, halogen hob, Tassimo coffee machine, and fridge with freezer compartment. A dining table sits comfortably between the kitchen and lounge, while two comfortable leather seats (one doubles as a sofa bed) face the wall-mounted OLED TV with Google Chromecast, framed by a stylish electric fire.
The double bedroom continues the soothing coastal palette, offering ample storage space and its own wall-mounted TV for cosy evenings. A modern bathroom with shower over bath and heated towel rail completes the layout. While there's no private garden, Porthminster Beach is just steps from the door. Private parking for one car is available in the shared car park, and a washing machine sits in the communal laundry room.
Picture waking to views of Godrevy Lighthouse across the azure waters, the same vista that inspired Virginia Woolf's famous novel. Spend sun-drenched days on Porthminster's award-winning sands, perhaps trying your hand at local water sports or simply dipping your toes in the gentle waves. Return to your apartment as the afternoon light softens, settling into the leather seats with a glass of something chilled while the electric fire glows and the sea sparkles beyond the windows.
46 Carrack Widden, St Ives places you at the heart of one of Cornwall's most celebrated coastal towns, with the award-winning sands of Porthminster Beach literally on your doorstep. St Ives Harbour (2 km) draws visitors to its picturesque fishing port, where quaint shops, cafes, and art galleries line the waterfront, whilst boat trips depart regularly for seal-watching expeditions and coastal explorations. Tate St Ives (2 km) occupies a spectacular clifftop position overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, showcasing works by notable Cornish artists alongside displays from the celebrated Tate collection. Polgoon Vineyard in Penzance (11 km) produces award-winning wines, ciders, and juices amid beautiful countryside, offering guided tours, tastings, and a restaurant celebrating local produce. King Edward Mine Museum in Camborne (15 km) brings Cornwall's tin mining heritage vividly to life through guided tours, working demonstrations, and educational exhibits at this award-winning heritage site.
Venture further to discover more of Cornwall's treasures across this stunning county. Lost Gardens of Heligan in Pentewan (48 km) represents one of Britain's most magical garden restorations, where diverse plant collections, wildlife habitats, and enchanting woodland walks create a captivating blend of natural beauty and Victorian history. Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay (53 km) showcases diverse marine life through interactive exhibits and captivating underwater tunnels, offering fascinating encounters with creatures from Cornish waters and tropical seas alike. St Mawes Castle (55 km) stands beautifully preserved on the Roseland Peninsula, its unique clover-leaf design offering panoramic estuary views and engaging historical displays about Tudor coastal defences.
The former mining town of Hayle lies 12 kilometres away, where kilometres of golden sandy beaches meet stunning wildlife reserves and epic surf breaks, all wrapped in fascinating industrial heritage. Meanwhile, Cornwall's cathedral city of Truro is 31 kilometres from the aprtment. Combining elegant Georgian architecture with contemporary shopping, it offers excellent restaurants ranging from Michelin-starred dining to cosy cafes, and regular farmers' markets celebrating the county's exceptional local produce.
