Porthminster, GOLD Award, spa, gym, pool membership, bay view terrace, parking – Home 277074 Apartment
- 2 bedrooms
- 4 sleeps
- min stay varies
Porthminster, GOLD Award, spa, gym, pool membership, bay view terrace, parking – Home 277074
- Apartment
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 4
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.1 mi
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car not necessary
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
The apartment is perched in Primrose Valley, a seemingly private stretch of Victorian villas that rises above Porthminster Beach to overlook St. Ives harbour and the Atlantic Ocean.
Your rental includes a dedicated parking space and access to the adjacent St. Harbour Hotel Spa for two people through the apartment’s membership. Facilities include: pool with hydro jet, jacuzzi, steam room, dry sauna, gym and sun bathing terrace with loungers. Card can be used by any two guests at a time and offers a 20% discount, food, drinks and treatments at the hotel (for all in the group).
Originally part of a Victorian villa-style hotel, designer Alan McVitty has returned the apartment to its former glory, adding a contemporary twist. With custom furniture and hand-picked feature local pieces (including a massive chandelier from the house of a former mining captain), the interior offers the blend of comfort and style you might expect from the designer behind the interiors of the Queen Mary 2.
Sleeping four, the apartment is well suited to couples, a small group of friends or a family of four who want to enjoy uninterrupted sea views and close proximity to Porthminster Beach and its highly commended Porthminster Café (two minutes on foot).
The Porthminster Beach location is well suited to those who love the buzz of St. Ives but prefer to stay in a tranquil location with sweeping views and outside dining space.
Further details
The apartment is designed to accommodate four guests and has an internal area of 60 square metres (645 square feet) and an external terrace of 11 square metres (120 square feet).
• The Apartment does not accept pets and smoking inside is not permitted.
• Bookings are for seven nights in peak season and a minimum of three nights at others times.
• Weeks run from Saturday 3pm to Saturday 10am.
Further details indoors
Features for your stay:
• Hotel quality beds with a choice of goose down and micro-fibre pillows
• Double-size rain shower in the master bedroom en-suite
• HD TV (32”) with Netflix and YouView
• Surround sound audio system (can link to Spotify via smartphone and Heos app)
• Unlimited fast broadband
• Nespresso machine , dishwasher, washer / dryer, fridge and freezer
• Board games
• Binoculars
• Umbrellas
• Hair dryer
• Ice bucket and wine cooler
• Quality glassware for wine and champagne
• Wedgwood silverware
• Microwave oven with grill
• 'Welcome Pack' of arrival refreshments
• Bookable tennis courts with resident coach
• Ten minute walk to Tregenna Castle golf course (Par 3)
• Spa treatments available at the Primrose Valley Hotel, 20 metres away
Accommodation details:
Front bedroom: Art Nouveau wardrobe and divine 5ft bed. Minimalist en-suite with rain shower, Philippe Starck fittings and low-level Led night-lighting. French door leading directly onto the terrace with ocean and harbour views.
Rear bedroom: Dressing area with Ralph-Lauren style black dresser, 'zip-n-link' beds for flexible accommodation as twin beds or a king-size. Separate bathroom with low-level LED night-lighting, designer sink and dark Italian stone tiling.
Living area: Lounge: two engulfing wing chairs, sofa, reading lamps, antique chandelier, dark wood floors and light linen rug. High-end surround sound TV system with Netflix 32' Dining area: 4 contemporary black chairs at a table with harbour and ocean views. Kitchen area: Fully equipped with washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, electric cooker, fridge and freezer. Black granite counter tops and stainless appliances.
The Apartment has a dedicated parking space right in front. All bed linen and towels are provided. Just bring beach towels. Electricity, gas, water, parking, wireless internet included in the rental cost.
Further details outdoors
Both the main door of the apartment and the front bedroom door open onto the terraces with faces north west toward the harbour and St. Ives bay.
On the terrace there are two wall-mounted outside lights, a dining table, four chairs and an outdoor halogen heater. There is a double power socket on the terrace and the wireless internet signal on the terrace is of a good strength. The parking space is right in front of the apartment at the top of Primrose Valley. There is no through traffic.
St. Ives tennis club's ocean-facing tennis courts are located in front and below the apartment and can be booked for a nominal fee on-line (google "St. Ives Tennis Club"). There is a communal court yard garden behind the apartment with a drying line.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds - 2 Attached (ensuites)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Shared indoor pool
- Jacuzzi or hot tub
- Patio
- Balcony or terrace
- Sea view
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Sauna
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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100% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least two weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Alan H.
- Average reply time:
- 3 hours 6 minutes
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 09 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 11
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French, Spanish
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 21 reviews
Excellent
21 reviews
- Excellent
- 19
- Very Good
- 2
- Average
- 0
- Poor
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- Terrible
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“Perfect flat for beach lovers”
We are part of the many who travel to St Ives via rail, walk everywhere, and spend most of our time at the beach. Except for the one hill in front of the apartment, it's an easy walk to get arou… More
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“Stylish apartment in great location.”
The perfect apartment for a break in St Ives . Minutes from Porthminster beach and a stroll into the town centre so once you’ve parked you do not need a car. Also complimentary use of the pool and gym at a nearby hotel . 2 very modern bathrooms and comfortable beds .
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“Excellent position”
Well equipped compact apartment. Position is a perfect combination of view, parking, and beach access at the quieter end of the resort, within easy distance of everything that St Ives offers. Communic… More
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“Delightful apartment”
Booked this apartment at very short notice, as our main holiday had been cancelled. Booking was easy, and owner was so helpful. Arrived a few days later - short walk from St Ives railway station. Beware, however, the final approach is steep, but worth it upon arrival. The apartment was delightful and the view amazing. The coffee, tea, milk and biscuits were much appreciated. Whilst we could explore, we found the town of St Ives to be lovely, and definitely recommend Portminster Beach Cafe. Our time in St Ives was very relaxing, albeit partly dictated by the national, and indeed global, situation. It was a most comfortable apartment in which to be 'confined'. The owners had thought of pretty much everything we needed there. Hope you enjoy your stay.
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“Wonderful”
We could not fault The Apartment in any way. Beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean and has all of the utensils you would want in the well eqipped kitchen. The owner has thought about all of the thi… More
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“Must stay”
We have just returned from a 3 night stay at this apartment. We can't decide what the best part is: the location, views or perfectly clean spacious apartment. It is a short stroll in to the shops… More
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“Ideal location”
An enjoyable stay in The Apartment. Comfortable and clean, the bathrooms are lovely, particularly the shower in the en suite. We ate out mostly so didn’t use the kitchen equipment very much, t… More
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Response from the owner TV update: the TV was limited to on-demand for a short period. Since this review, the TV has a full-function YouView box (live TV, on-damand catch-up players) with NETFLIX subscription for guests to enjoy Dolby plus surround sound. Kitchen: the kitchen is indeed compact in terms of work surface but everything is there. It sounds like the wine glasses have been moved to a higher shelf. We'll get those repositioned. There is a little fold-up steps for reaching the top shelves in the kitchen unit where occasional-use items are stored.
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“Fabulous place with a fabulous view”
The apartment was in a fantastic position, overlooking Porthminster beach and St Ives harbour. Everything was spotlessley clean and the owner had left complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits. It was a … More
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“Very comfortable.”
Beautifully furnished, well appointed. We felt right at home here. Wi-Fi was great. Hubby enjoyed the sports on telly. Ideally situated for short walk along pathway into the town. The view from the ve… More
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“Comfortable flat”
The Apartment suited us perfectly. The location was excellent for walking into St Ives yet also very quiet. The dedicated parking space is a major asset in St Ives and being within a few minutes&rsquo… More
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Response from the owner It’s true, the TV system is a bit complicated. I’ll be simplifying it in June 2018.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Alan (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Alan (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Alan (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Alan the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Alan (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Alan (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Alan (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Alan (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Alan (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Alan (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Alan (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Alan (the owner) a message.
If Alan (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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