Sea views don't come more stunning than this!The beautifully presented apartment is ideal for couples looking for spectacular coastal views.The fabulous garden provides direct access onto the coastal path.
Pelagos is situated on the first floor of Chy-an-Kerris on Headland Road.
It boasts panoramic views across Carbis Bay Beach, St Ives Bay and Godrevey Lighthouse.The Victorian house is set in beautiful sub-tropical gardens which have spectacular views.Chy-An-Kerris is the former home of renowned artists Barbara Hepworth and Ben Nicholson.
Hepworth’s world famous sculpture ‘Pelagos’ was created during her time living at Chy-An-Kerris.
A short walk from Pelagos are a number of excellent restaurants including La Casita, Romano’s, Carbis Bay Hotel, and the famous Becks fish and chip take-away/restaurant.
A Costcutter shop sells a wide range of groceries and high quality ‘Cook’ frozen ready meals.
A short walk along Headland Rd takes you to Carbis Bay railway station.Trains run every half hour into St Ives and to St Erth.The 5minute journey into St Ives is perhaps one of the most beautiful in the country.
Living/Dining.
The bright and airy lounge has two comfortable/contemporary sofas affording uninterrupted panoramic views across the bay to both St Ives and Godrevy Lighthouse.The large picture window dominates the room.A glass dining table with two chairs enables guests to enjoy meals whilst looking out to sea.Barbara Hepworth and Ben Nicholson reproductions adorn the walls in keeping with the history of the property.
For entertainment there is a wall mounted 42" HD plasma television with Sky TV including Sky-Sports, and a DVD player.A selection of DVDs, books and games is available for guests.Wireless internet is available throughout the apartment.A range of local ordinance survey maps and guide books are available for guest use.
Kitchen.
The kitchen offers an excellent range of integrated appliances including an oven, touch control hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer.Guest will find ample storage space and stunning granite work tops.Other equipment includes a Sage espresso machine, cafetiere, toaster, a comprehensive range of cooking/dining utensils, a heated clothes dryer, an iron and counter-top ironing board.
Bedroom.
Boutique chic combines with contemporary style in the bedroom at Pelagos.A large fitted wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors provides a wealth of storage space, whilst boudoir style furniture and accessories add a touch of glamour, including dressing table with stool and mirror and bedside tables with reading lamps.A hairdryer and a digital radio are provided.
The comfortable king size bed is made up with high quality white bed linen, scatter cushions and a throw.Under-bed drawers provide additional storage.
This light and airy room has a sliding door which opens onto a south facing suntrap balcony with a patio table and two chairs.
Bathroom.
The bathroom is located next to the bedroom and is fully tiled with a feature Fired Earth mosaic wall.The bathroom features chrome fittings, a WC with soft close seat, basin and steel bath with overhead electric shower and glass screen.The large mirrored cabinet contains a shaver point.The bathroom has under floor heating with touch screen controls, and chrome heated towel rail.Towels are provided for each guest.
Garden and Outside Space.
Pelagos has two balconies.The south facing balcony is a real sun-trap and is accessed from the bedroom.The seaward facing balcony has spectacular coastal views across St Ives Bay and is accessed from the living room.Both balconies have table and chairs, perfect for alfresco dining and enjoying the Cornish sunshine.
The stunning sub-tropical communal gardens on the seaward side of the building have two wooden lounger chairs and a table, perfectly positioned to enjoy superb 180 degree coastal view across to Hayle Towans, Godrevy Lighthouse and St Ives Bay.There is also a set of ‘bistro’ style table and chairs on the patio area overlooking the garden.A gate at the end of the garden provides access directly onto the coastal path.The walk along the coastal into St Ives takes about 45 minutes.
On the south side of the property is a communal decked courtyard area with superior quality garden furniture.
Drying facilities are provided within Pelagos, however a communal external washing line is also available on the seaward side of the property.
Parking.
There are four parking spaces at Chy-An-Kerris, one for each apartment.The spaces are relatively narrow.The space for Pelagos is 89 inches (2.26m) wide, and is between two other spaces.Passengers may find it easier to exit the car before the vehicle is parked.
Access.
Access to Pelagos is on the seaward side of Chy-an-Kerris.From the car park descend a set of external stone steps, walk round the side of the building, into the porch/hallway and up one flight of stairs to the first floor.