St. Ives :: Gallinas Point :: Kara
Taking its name from the Cornish word for "love", Kara boasts secure parking and is just minutes from St Ives' picturesque harbour, Porthminster beach and the renowned Porthminster Beach Café. A stunning first floor apartment, the striking interior has been furnished with the latest in entertainment and superb attention to detail. Holidaying here, guests' will find a wealth of activities to fill their days and a wide choice of golden sandy beaches and quality restaurants nearby.
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Kitchen
The kitchen is open plan and beautifully finished with 'Neff' appliances to re-affirm the high quality of this accommodation. Built seamlessly into the graphite units, there is a microwave, electric hob, oven and dishwasher. Guests' will find all the modern gadgets and kitchen implements that one would expect from a high specification self catering apartment, including as one would expect: a coffee machine, toaster and kettle.
There is a separate utility room off the hallway with a washer/dryer, ironing board and iron.
Living Area
Living Area
An upholstered red leather suite and black design chair and stool nicely contrast the neutral theme of the décor in the living area which is open plan to the kitchen. There is a 42" LCD TV with Sky HD, a DVD player, Bose iPod dock and XBox 360 to keep all the family entertained, whatever the weather. A selection of books, board games and DVD's are also available
A welcome manual in the apartment provides a wealth of information about St. Ives and West Cornwall. A favourite suggestion for the energetic is to explore the southwest coastal path. This stretches in both directions from St. Ives, taking in the rugged coastline westwards to Zennor and the super sandy coves of Carbis Bay and Porthkidney Sands towards Hayle. Here a pint of Tribute at The Badger is a must!
Dining Room
The separate dining room comfortably seats four people for you to enjoy the wonderful dishes that an inspired cook can create with local produce and fresh fish harvested from the sea.
If you prefer to dine out, then the acclaimed Porthminster Cafe is just a short walk away. One of the best beach cafés in Cornwall, and a favourite of our guests,' this is not to be missed. Right on the beach, you have to try it to believe it. Other recommended eateries in St. Ives are the Seafood Cafe, St Andrew's Bistro, Blas Burgerworks and The AA rosette awarded Alba on the harbour front. Further afield why not try a leisurely breakfast at Godrevy Cafe in Gwithian or Jamie Oliver's "Fifteen" at Watergate Bay?
Sleeping
Bedroom One with En-suite
Bedroom one of Kara is beautifully furnished and has a luxurious king size bed, large wardrobe, two bedside tables with lamps and a chest of drawers. Guests' will have plenty of storage space for their stay in this self-catering home from home.
This bedroom has a fabulous en-suite with the latest sanitary-ware, heated towel rail and walk-in shower. High quality bed linen is provided and a cot and high chair are provided for younger guests. We do ask that you provide your own bedding for the travel cot.
Bedroom Two
Bedroom two is located close to the main bathroom and is fitted with twin beds, a bedside table, wardrobes and drawers providing plenty of storage for guests visiting at any time of the year. With a high definition 19" LCD TV with DVD player, guests' may be tempted to stay in bed and relax. As an added bonus Sky channels are available in this room, having been linked through from the living area.
Outside
The huge glass doors from the living area open onto a delightful decked balcony furnished with two bistro tables and four chairs. Here, guests' can enjoy a morning breakfast, leisurely lunch or an evening tipple while basking in the sun, or watching the sunset over the Bay. Being first floor, the balcony provides an excellent vantage point from which to take in the wonderful views and ever changing colours of this coastal scene.
Guests' are provided with one allocated parking space behind secure gates. You may find that you choose not to use your car during your stay as there is just so much to see and do within walking distance of this luxury apartment. It is in such a great location - Porthminster Beach is just five minutes walk away and there are further beaches, shops and art galleries within striking distance.
Bathrooms
Bathroom One
The main bathroom is adjacent to bedroom two off the hallway. This room exudes contemporary pizazz with stunning black tiles, white Italian-style sanitary-ware and sleek chrome fittings. There is a WC, sink, bath with overhead shower and screen, and a chrome ladder towel rail. This fabulous bathroom will enable you to relax and enjoy the luxury you desire, especially after a long, hot sunny day on the beach or springtime walk along the cliff.
Bathroom Two
The en-suite to bedroom one is also fully tiled with those same beautiful black tiles. The sanitary-ware is white Italian-style and the fittings are again in chrome. There is a WC, sink, and shower enclosure with power shower.
A selection of luxurious towels is provided for each guest.
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Carbis Bay
With it's golden sands and turquoise sea, Carbis Bay is recognised as one of the most beautiful bays in the world. It is often selected as the perfect base for those wanting to relax and getaway from it all but with the convenience of being just minutes away from the hustle and bustle of St. Ives. With its Blue Flag accredited beach, Carbis Bay is a popular choice for a luxury self-catering holiday with many of our special escapes boasting dramatic sea views.