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Golva

Carbis Bay, Cornwall (Ref. 1073942)

4.9

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  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Sky TV
  • Broadband / WiFi

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32 Customer Review(s)

  • Alan

    “Having visited Golva some 8 years or so ago we were pleasantly surprised at the still pristine presentation of the property.”

    Clean, comfortable, warm and everything needed for a good stay. a few downsides compared to our last visit: no 'meet and greet' on arrival; no welcoming cream tea; broadband performance reminiscent of the 1990s. If, like our last visit, I had been visiting to work I would have had to seek alternative accommodation on day 2. I know broadband is not a guaranteed offering but 2Mb/s download speeds are just not credible in this day and age.

    Clean, comfortable, warm and everything needed for a good stay. a few downsides compared to our last visit: no 'meet and greet' on arrival; no welcoming cream tea; broadband performance reminiscent of the 1990s. If, like our last visit, I had been visiting to work I would have had to seek alternative accommodation on day 2. I know broadband is not a guaranteed offering but 2Mb/s download speeds are just not credible in this day and age.

    - Alan, February 2024

Summary

  • First-floor apartment
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower-over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher
  • Smart TV with sound bar and Full Sky Package including Sports & Movies, BT Sport to lounge, TV, Blu-Ray DVD player with selection of DVDs, CD/MP3 player with Bluetooth, Portable Bluetooth speaker, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Seaward facing communal terrace with furniture
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.5 miles, beach 0.3 miles
  • Note: Check-in at 4.00pm, check-out by 10.00am

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The property

Taking its name from the Cornish word for ‘lookout', guests won't be surprised that the coastal views from Golva span eastwards from St. Ives and westwards to Godrevy Lighthouse. Many an hour can be whiled away watching boats pass by on the glistening waters using the binoculars provided. This superb attention to detail makes this first floor apartment a fabulous home from home for those seeking a Cornish getaway. Highlights - Golva is located in Compass Point apartments in Carbis Bay and is on the first floor. - Children aged 6 and over welcome. - Regret no pets. No smoking. - Sea views from the living area master bedroom. Entertainment - Complimentay wireless internet. - Blu-Ray DVD player with selection of DVDs. - CD/MP3 player with bluetooth. - Portable bluetooth speaker in both bedrooms. - Smart TV with Full Sky Package including Sports & Movies and also Bt Sport in the living area and LCD TV in the master bedroom. - Sound Bar to Smart TV in living room. - Binoculars. - Selection of board games, library of books, O.S. Maps and information on the local area. Access - Access to the apartment is down one level via 22 steps. - Detailed access statement available on request. Parking - An allocated parking space is provided, with additional visitor bays available on a first come first served basis. Living Area Lounge Area Golva has a spacious fully carpeted lounge with a large bay window that affords spectacular views across St Ives Bay, from St Ives in one direction to Godrevy Lighthouse and beyond in the other. There is a smart television with full Sky package including Movies and Sport, sound bar, a Blu-Ray DVD player, Nintendo Wii and a CD/MP3/iPod Hi-Fi system. There are two settees providing comfortable seating for guests to relax and enjoy the wonderful panoramic views, also binoculars for spotting dolphins and other activity in the Bay. "Golva" translates to "Lookout" in Cornish. You will also find in the lounge sideboard a "Welcome Guide" which is packed with information on what there is to do in the surrounding area, pub and restaurant guides, a selection of games, books, CD's and DVD's as well as local O.S. maps and map case and walking guides for the more energetic. Golva has a spacious hallway that allows access to all the other areas. There is a secure entry system, coat rack, shoe rack, walking poles for the energetic and umbrellas for those unfortunate rainy days. Dining Area There is comfortable seating at the dining table for four with views out across the bay. You are rather spoilt for choice with the number of quality restaurants nearby; some do offer a takeaway service or alternatively, buy some local produce and prepare your meal at home and enjoy the comfort of your apartment. Kitchen Golva benefits from a modern fitted kitchen with NEFF built in appliances, including an electric circotherm cooker, gas hob, tall fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and full sized dishwasher. There is a waste disposal unit and microwave as well as everything else you would expect from an apartment of this quality. The kitchen window overlooks the well maintained courtyard area of Compass Point. Sleeping Bedroom One with En-suite The fully carpeted master bedroom has a large wardrobe, bedside cabinets, a chest of drawers and a dressing table with mirror above, providing plenty of storage space. You can watch television on the 19" LCD Freeview TV with DVD player. From the comfort of your king size bed, you have the same spectacular views as the lounge so it is a pleasure to wake up in the morning, draw back the curtains and gaze across Carbis Bay beach to St Ives. A radio alarm with an Ipod interface is provided so you can listen to your music or even wake up to it if you want to. Bedroom Two The second bedroom of Golva is fitted with twin beds, large wardrobe, bedside cabinet, a chest of drawers, mirror and stool and a radio alarm complete with an Ipod interface. Although not enjoying the views, this quiet room has a Juliet balcony and will ensure you sleep well. All bed linen and towels (face flannel, hand towel, bath towel and bath sheet per person) plus a hairdryer are provided. Bathrooms Bathroom One The main family bathroom of Golva has a wash basin, WC, bath with shower overhead, heated towel rail and modern bathroom fittings. A perfect place to take a long soak after a hard day on the beach. Bathroom Two The en-suite to the master bedroom of Golva has a shower, wash basin, WC, heated towel rail and shaving point. High quality bath sheet, bath towel, hand towel and flannels are provided for each guest. Outside Communal Terrace There is a communal terrace for guests' to enjoy the views.

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Ground Floor

Compass Point

Compass Point is a prestigious development of purpose-built luxury apartments, situated in a prime position on the seaward side of Carbis Bay, with the majority of properties offering stunning views of the sea and surrounding coastline.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

CARBIS BAY

St Ives 2 miles ; Hayle 3.5 miles ; Penzance 8.5 miles

Just a short drive from iconic St Ives, the seaside village of Carbis Bay is best-known for its beautiful stretch of pure white sand. With turquoise waters and sheltered conditions, the beach feels almost subtropical and is the perfect spot for a good old-fashioned day by the sea. The beach is also home to the Ocean Sports Centre, so if sunbathing is not really your thing, why not hire a kayak or SUP and get out on the water instead. Or why not treat yourself to a Spa day at the delightful hotel which overlooks the beach and has a fabulous terrace where cocktails can be enjoyed in the Cornish sunshine? Carbis Bay has a small range of local shops and restaurants as well as a fish & chip takeaway and railway branch line. The train journey from Carbis Bay into St Ives is perhaps one of the most beautiful in the country; St Ives additionally makes for a great day out, with plenty of galleries to explore. The quayside town of Hayle also isn't far and is home to activities for the all the family, including a golf and a wildlife sanctuary. The Godrevy Nature Reserve and Penwith Heritage Coast are also within easy reach from Carbis Bay, providing outdoors and watersports plans with even more activities to partake in, including coasteering and birdwatching. Carbis Bay is truly a wonderful holiday location for those wanting to experience Cornwall's breathtaking coastline.

There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £100 for this property. Access to the apartment is down one level via 22 steps
Children over 6 welcome.

SKY TV: The owner is pleased to be able to provide this property with Sky TV, please check the description for the Sky package provided. Please note that the PIN to the Sky box cannot be provided. Therefore there may be viewing restrictions applied during the day as per Ofcom regulations e.g. Watershed limitations. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Last minute
  • Christmas