Porthminster
Holiday Cottage in St Ives
Sleeps 4 - Bedrooms 2 - From £329
Property Details
Located a few minutes from the heart of St Ives, Harlequins 11 is a stunning apartment a few minutes from the amazing Porthminster Beach, a blue flag, sandy beach which is more sheltered than Porthmeor beach the other side of St Ives and hence ideal for families. Explore winding, narrow streets filled with beautiful shops, historic buildings and world class galleries, including The Tate Gallery and The Barbara Hepworth Museum. With so much to do in the town and incredible beaches on your doorstep, Harlequins 11 is an opportunity not to be missed for anyone looking for a holiday in St Ives.
Accommodation
Ground Floor: Entrance through into communal stair well, Harlequins 11 is on the 2nd floor.
Second Floor: Entrance hall with doors to: Kitchen diner with fully fitted units, dining table and chairs. Master bedroom, double aspect, with views of the town harbour and also to Gwithiian and Godrevy, 5' bed, chest of drawers and wardrobe. Living room with comfortable sofas, fabulous views, Smart TV, door from living room to family shower room with shower, WC and hand basin. Second bedroom with bunk beds.
Facilities & Services
Heating is via gas central heating throughout. The kitchen has a range of equipment. There is an electric oven and gas hob, a microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge / freezer, dishwasher and washing machine and tumble dryer. The sitting room has a 43" flat-screen digital Smart TV, one with a DVD player. There is an iron & ironing board.
Miscellaneous
Electricity, gas, heating, bed linen & towels are all included but you will need to provide your own beach towels. Unfortunately dogs are not accepted at Porthminster. There is an allocated car parking space in front of the building. Strictly no smoking is allowed. There is a cot and highchair available on request. Unlimited WiFi is available at the property.
General Booking Information
Arrival / Departure is normally a Friday.
Short breaks are available during quieter periods.
£200 pre-authorised to your credit or debit card as a security deposit is required.
Discounts available for couples staying for 7 nights outside the peak season, using one bedroom only.
Property Location
Skidden House at the bottom of Skidden Hill is the oldest working hotel in the town as well as the first hostelry where Guinness was sold in the UK in circa 1760. St Ives and St Columb Major near Newquay are the only two locations left in Cornwall where 'Hurling the Silver Ball' takes place, once one of Cornwall’s most ancient and intriguing customs. St Ives and Carbis Bay have recently been presented with a Silver Gilt as part of the Britain in Bloom campaign, they also boast some amazing north coast beaches.
But the main draw of the town has always been the stunning golden sands and azure blue waters, with glorious views stretching from Godrevy and Gwithian all the way to Hayle.
Porthminster at Harlequins apartments is central for the areas and villages of the west of Cornwall, Land's End, Mousehole, Penzance and St Michaels Mount. Facilities for golf, sailing, course and sea fishing are all available within easy reach. You can take country and coastal walks or visit local country pubs for well-priced meals or shop in the local super stores in St Ives and Penzance. There are a wealth of gardens to explore. The mines at Lelant, Geevor, Bottalack and Poldark are a short drive away. The Minack Theatre and Porthcurno beach are also well worth a visit.
Property Reviews
3.8 out of 5
Harlequin flat
Amazing sea views from both bedroom and living room. Being a more mature couple found the stairs a little tiring, and it was a very steep walk down into St Ives.
From the Owner:
4.2 out of 5
Porthminster
Clean and comfortable apartment with great views. Kitchen has everything you need . 3rd floor so lots of stairs
From the Owner:
4.7 out of 5
Lovely accommodation, just a long way up!
The accommodation itself was great, well-equipped, comfortable, spacious and clean and with fantastic views. We had no problems while we were there so cannot comment on the service from the owners. Coming from a very flat area of Lincolnshire we didn't realise just how hilly St Ives is. It was a steep climb up to the flat and then up to the 2nd floor accessed by stairs (no lift) and for two reasonably fit 50 somethings we found it quite tough. However, this did not spoil our enjoyment of our holiday and I only mention it to let others know if they have any mobility issues. On the couple of occasions we resorted to taxis it was just under AGBP3.
From the Owner:
4.3 out of 5
Harlequi 11
Very nice flat and as it looks in the photos. Patio not very nice for sitting out as mentioned by other reviewers, but we did not require this. 300yards to the beach, probably as the seagulls fly. Property is high up and not for those with walking difficulties. we had an enjoyable and comfortable stay.
From the Owner:
3.5 out of 5
Comment
The outside was off-putting, but once inside it was fine. Could do with rubbish recycling facility, including glass.
From the Owner:
4.3 out of 5
A great short break
This was my first trip to St Ives and I was very happy with the accommodation. It was very comfortable and well had everything that we needed. When we couldn't connect to the wifi it was sorted within 10 minutes after one phone call. I would stay at Harlequin 11 again.
From the Owner:
3.3 out of 5
Harlequins 11
The generally poor condition of the communal area (stairs, patio etc) spoilt this pleasant apartment.
From the Owner:
4.5 out of 5
Fantastic location and views
The apartment was in an ideal location with beautiful views from the living room. Had a great time while we were there walking into the main street most nights for food and drinks in the many restaurants and pubs. The only let downs were that the communal areas were not as well kept as the apartment itself and the parking numbers were not marked as we were told. This did not stop our enjoyment of the place.
From the Owner:
5 out of 5
Great base to explore Cornwall
Clean, comfortable, well equipped place. We loved our stay in St Ives, we visited lots of places and we were always glad to come back to our base for a well deserved rest. Within a very short but hilly walk you find yourself with many shops, pubs, restaurants, galleries etc to choose from. Or you can enjoy a nice walk by the seafront taking in the amazing views and meeting the seals at the end of the pier. Loved it!
From the Owner:
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