The property
The Penthouse on Porthminster is a stunning duplex apartment which has been designed to maximise the sea views from all of the principle rooms. Start each memorable day of your holiday by taking in the panoramic vistas of the Cornish Coastline or looking across to the harbour in St Ives. Families and friends are bound to enjoy the relaxing ambiance of this luxury apartment ideally positioned to enjoy all that St Ives has to offer, its restaurants, galleries, shops and beaches.
Highlights
- The Penthouse on Porthminster is located in Gallinas Point apartments in St. Ives, on the top floor.
- Children Welcome.
- Regret no pets. No smoking.
- Sea views from open plan lounge, dining and kitchen area.
Entertainment
- Complimentary wireless internet provided.
- 42" Plasma TV with Sky including Sports & Movies in the living area.
- DVD player with selection of DVDs to lounge.
- 32" LCD TV with HD Freeview to Bedroom one, 22" LCD TV to Bedroom two and Bedroom three.
- Nintendo Wii with games to lounge.
- Ipod docking station.
- Selection of board games, library of books, O.S. Maps and information on the local area.
Access
- Stairs or Lift access is available.
- Video entry phone.
- Detailed access statement available on request.
Parking
- There is with one allocated parking space behind a secure barrier at Gallinas Point.
Living Area
Lounge
The lovely lounge on the first floor of this duplex apartment offers mood lighting and two sofas. For your entertainment there is a 42""Plasma TV with Sky including full Sports and Movie package, DVD player with a selection of DVD's and complimentary Wi-Fi. A Ninetendo Wii with some games is provided for further amusement. The floor to ceiling windows are a special feature of this property with views across to Tregenna and across Porthminster Beach to Godrevy Lighthouse. Velux windows also provide natural light to this spacious room.
Dining Room
The dining room which leads off the designer kitchen, is on the lower floor and has an oak table with seating for six guests, as well as an oak sideboard. Patio doors open from here to a full width south facing balcony to enjoy al fresco dining, the balcony has lovely sea views. The renowned Porthminster Cafe is just a short walk away on the beach, as is a wide choice of quality restaurants in the nearby town.
Kitchen
Kitchen
A stunning SieMatic kitchen benefits from integral microwave, electric hob, oven and dishwasher. With cream soft close units, stunning corian work surfaces, a Neff oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge and freezer, this is bound to suit the aspiring chef. There is a breakfast bar with two stools and the kitchen then adjoins the dining area with access to the balcony. If chef has time to look, there are wonderful views across St Ives Bay from the kitchen.
There is also a separate utility room off the hallway with a washer/dryer, ironing board and iron.
Sleeping
Bedroom One with En-suite
The master bedroom is truly magnificent with a feature floor to ceiling window with views over St Ives town. Located upstairs in this luxury duplex apartment, with a luxurious king size bed dressed with scatter cushions and a throw, bedside tables and reading lights. With plenty of space, there are two tub chairs to relax and perhaps watch the 32" LCD HD Freeview television. There is a wardrobe and further chest of drawers for additional storage.
Bedroom one has an en-suite bathroom with washbasin, WC, romantic walk in double shower enclosure and a heated towel rail.
Bedroom Two
Positioned downstairs, bedroom two also has a double bed and is beautifully presented with bedside tables and reading lamps, fitted wardrobes and a 22" LCD Freeview television for those lazy mornings. Coastal sea views from the windows over St Ives Bay to Godrevy Lighthouse can also be enjoyed.
Bedroom two is conveniently located across the corridor from bathroom two.
Bedroom Three
Located downstairs, this bedroom has twin beds, bedside cabinets and reading lamps, a further chest of drawers and a built in wardrobe. For entertainment there is a 22" LCD Freeview television. The delight of this room is that it has patio doors leading to the balcony and sea views across Porthminster along the Cornish coastline.
Bedroom three has an en-suite bathroom comprising handbasin, WC, shower enclosure and also a heated towel rail.
A selection of sumptious towels are provided per person and all beds are prepared with high quality bed linen and dressed with scatter cushions.
Bathrooms
The Penthouse has three bathrooms, two en-suite to bedrooms one and three and one family bathroom, ideal for families or friends looking for private luxury.
Bathroom One
The en-suite to bedroom one has beautiful Travertine-style tiling throughout, there is double width walk in shower enclosure, WC, wash basin and heated towel rail.
Bathroom Two
The family bathroom has the same superb contemporary style and also has a WC, wash basin, bath with overhead shower, as well as a heated towel rail.
Bathroom Three
The en-suite to bedroom three has a WC, wash basin, shower enclosure and a heated towel rail.
A selection of fluffy towels are provided per person.
Outside
Balcony
The south facing full-width 20' decked balcony has chrome balustrades and is a lovely sun-trap benefitting from stunning views across St Ives Bay. In the evening enjoy the soft glow of the blue tinted uplighters, just the place to enjoy a cocktail before wandering into St Ives Town just 5 minutes away.
About the location
ST IVES
Penzance 6 miles.
One of Cornwall's prettiest harbour towns, St Ives offers narrow streets, tight-packed cottages nestling around the quayside, the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth museum, fabulous beaches, superb shops, a thriving community of artists, great pubs and restaurants and much more. With its semi Bohemian lifestyle and romantic air, it's easy to see why this is the county's premier holiday resort. The surrounding area has much for the visitor to see and do with abundant wildlife, fabulous coastal walks, top quality surfing and the Celtic mysteries of the Land's End Peninsula are all within easy reach. A superb destination!
There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £100 for this property.
Stairs or Lift access is available. Lift access should not be solely relied upon as if not operational due to maintenance / fault you will need to use the stairs.
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.