The property
The sunny character of this stylish ground floor pet friendly apartment and the super south facing terrace provide arriving guests with an instant "holiday" feeling. Positioned in a quiet corner of St Ives, with its own parking, Tides is blissfully close to Porthminster beach and the cobbled streets, shops and galleries of this pretty fishing village. The modern kitchen and bathrooms of this Cornish bolthole are complimented perfectly by a real attention to detail and quality fixtures and fittings.
Highlights
- Tides is located in Gallinas Point apartments in St. Ives and is on the ground floor.
- Children welcome.
- Regret no smoking.
Entertainment
- Complimentary wireless internet.
- Nintendo Wii with selection of games.
- DVD player with selection of DVDs.
- LCD Curved HD Smart Internet television with Freeview, Netflix & Sky including Sports to living area.
- LCD Smart HD television to bedroom one.
- LCD television with Freeview in bedroom two.
- Selection of board games, library of books, O.S. Maps and information on the local area.
For Families
- Complimentary travel cot and high chair available.
- We request that guests' provide their own cot bedding.
Access
- Ramped access is available.
- Detailed access statement available on request.
Parking
- 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.
For Pets
- Accepting one well behaved, medium dog
- Enclosed decked terrace
Living Area
Tides has a spacious open plan living area with comfortable seating for up to four people on the three seater sofa and contemporary leather chair. There is a Curved HD LCD Smart Internet TV with Sky including Sports, Freeview & Netflix, a DVD player, complimentary WiFi and a Nintendo Wii to keep the young and not so young entertained. A selection of books, board games and DVD's are also provided.
A Welcome Guide in the apartment provides a wealth of information about St Ives and West Cornwall. If you feel inspired, why not take a stroll into St Ives and peruse the local art galleries and shops selling local crafts. For the more energetic, a coastal walk to Zennor and a drink in the Tinners Arms is a real treat!
Dining Room
The dining room has table and four chairs, perfect for relaxing and enjoying dining at home.
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 AA rosette awarded Alba, The Seafood Cafe and Onshore Pizza restaurant. Further afield why not visit Jamie Oliver's "Fifteen" at Watergate Bay? Reservations are not required for breakfast, otherwise we suggest booking in advance, as like all of the popular restaurants, they book up fast.
Kitchen
For sociable cooking, the kitchen is open plan to the living area. Guests' will find all the modern gadgets and kitchen implements that you would expect from a premier self catering apartment. Built seamlessly into the high gloss units, there is a microwave, electric hob, oven and dishwasher. Among the other items one is used to having at home, guests' will also find a Bosch Tassimo coffee machine, toaster and kettle on the gleaming work surfaces.
There is a separate utility room off the hallway with a washer/ dryer, ironing board and iron.
Sleeping
Bedroom One with En-suite
Bedroom one is very spacious and boasts a luxurious king size bed with high quality bed linen. You will not want for storage space here, there is plenty available in the generous wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside tables provided. For entertainment, there is a LCD Smart HD TV together with an iPod dock with alarm for those guests' who require one!
Bedroom Two
This room is located close to the main bathroom and has two single beds dressed with sumptuous bed linen. There is also an LCD Freeview TV along with an alarm and an iPod dock for guests' to play their favourite music. A hairdryer is also provided in both rooms.
A cot and high chair are available for our younger guests' we do ask however that you provide your own bedding for the travel cot.
Bathrooms
Bathroom One
Ultra-contemporary in design, the main bathroom of Tides is accessed off the hallway. The large tiles, chrome fittings and Italian style sanitary-ware ooze luxury. There is a WC, wash basin, heated towel rail and bath with overhead shower and screen.
Bathroom Two
The en-suite to bedroom one of Tides is fully tiled, with the latest Italian style sanitary-ware and chrome fittings. Here there is a WC, sink, and shower enclosure with power shower.
Towels are provided for each guest... as you would expect from an apartment of this quality.
Outside
Terrace
The decked terrace at Tides is a perfect sun-trap and benefits from the sun for most of the day. Here guests' will enjoy al fresco dining at any time, whether it be breakfast, lunch or supper. The quality outdoor table and chairs comfortably accommodate up to four people and because the terrace is enclosed it's ideal for a medium dog.
Consider trying your hand at mackerel fishing in St Ives harbour, cook up your very own catch and then eat al fresco. If you prefer dry land, we recommend Newlyn fish market for some locally caught ocean delights.
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.
Lift access 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.