Snaptrip says
Clearwater is a well-regarded property in St Ives, praised for its comfort, location, and well-equipped facilities. Guests appreciate the proximity to beaches and town, the inclusion of a parking space, and the thoughtful touches from the owners. While there are some minor cleanliness and maintenance issues, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests planning to return.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Most guests found Clearwater to be clean and well-maintained, though a few noted issues with dust, mould, and general upkeep. The majority of comments, however, reflect satisfaction with the property's cleanliness, suggesting these incidents are exceptions.
The location is highly praised for being close to Porthminster Beach and St Ives town centre, offering a balance of convenience and tranquillity. The availability of a parking space is frequently mentioned as a significant benefit.
Guests consistently describe the furniture and beds as comfortable, contributing to a pleasant stay. Some minor comments about hard pillows and heating issues are noted, but overall, the property is regarded as very comfortable.
The property is commended for its well-stocked kitchen and good facilities. Some guests experienced issues with heating and hot water, but these seem to be isolated incidents rather than widespread problems.
While guests frequently mention and appreciate welcome gifts, there is not enough information to determine if these are a standard offering for all stays. Therefore, it is politely noted that such gestures, while appreciated, may not be guaranteed.
About this property
Conveniently located in the centre of St Ives, at Gallinas Point, this two-bedroom, ground floor apartment, Clearwater, benefits from a private enclosed terrace, a short stroll from the harbour, St Ives scenic railway and the stunning Porthminster Beach. Sleeping four plus an infant, and welcoming dogs, it’s the ideal base for a romantic escape or a holiday for all the family, including four-legged members. Whether cooking, dining or relaxing, the clever open-plan design of the living area allows you to easily socialise with all your guests, the whole space is bathed in natural light, through sliding patio doors, which leads out to a private enclosed terrace, a calming feeling flows throughout with a neutral palette and artwork of the local area, relax in the leather chair or two-seater sofa, set the mood lighting and enjoy the entertainment on the large Smart television, including Freeview. The open-plan kitchen and dining area is within the living area, a solid oak and glass table has seating for four, perfect for entertaining and socialising with the designated chef, the contemporary kitchen is well-appointed with high gloss units and beautiful walnut work tops, it offers everything you need for your stay, a separate utility room off the hallway houses a washer/dryer. Choose from two well-presented bedrooms, the master king-size room with a private en-suite and enclosed shower or the twin room, conveniently located next to the family bathroom, both rooms are beautiful with crisp cotton bed linen and offer plenty of storage space. A family bathroom with a bath and shower over, is adjacent to the bedrooms, enjoy a long relaxing soak after a busy day on the beach. A forward-facing enclosed decked terrace, accessed via the living area, is a superb spot to enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner and Cornwall’s healthy outdoor lifestyle, it’s a great spot for the dog too, a table and chairs seating up to four people are provided, so sit back and relax to a slower pace of life. Dining out in St Ives is a pleasure with a variety of restaurants and a working harbour ensuring a fresh supply of sea food daily, the nearest beach Porthminster is a stunning stretch of golden sand and offers sea view dining in a restaurant or beach café, St Ives is surrounded by sandy beaches and it’s pretty cobbled streets are filled with unique independent shops and art galleries full of local art, the town has inspired many famous artists some of their work can be enjoyed at the Tate St Ives and the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden. Many families enjoy walks with their dogs and the South West Coast Path, accessed nearby, heads towards the year-round dog friendly Porthkidney Beach, some beaches have dog restrictions as they have been awarded Blue Flag status due their crystal-clear waters, these are fabulous for swimming and surfing, including Carbis Bay Beach, which is reached either by walking or on the breath-taking scenic railway. For an unforgettable day out head to the Eden Project for a walk above the rainforest canopy, or discover the beauty of Cornwall’s lost garden at Heligan, both are near St Austell, discovering the filming locations of the TV series Doc Martin or Poldark can be fun with hidden caves, quaint harbours and historical tin mines to find, or for a little romance catch a show with the Atlantic ocean as your backdrop and the stage set on the edge of a Cornish cliff, at the Minack, near Land’s End or watching the majestic sight of the sun setting over St Michael’s mount, a castle on its own island near Penzance. This aptly named holiday apartment offers a calming effect, just like the crystal-clear waters of the Cornish coast enjoyed just a few steps away from its door. For an idyllic stay in Cornwall, look no further than Clearwater.
In addition to the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth Museum, St Ives is known for its small streets, tightly packed cottages nestled around the quayside, fantastic beaches, excellent shopping and a lively community of artists, as well as fine pubs and restaurants. Because of its romantic ambiance and semi-Bohemian vibe, this is the county's top vacation destination. There is a lot to see and do in the immediate vicinity, including a plethora of animals, beautiful coastal walks, world-class surfing, and the ancient Celtic mysteries of the Land's End Peninsula. A wonderful place to visit!
Accommodation
Ground-floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with LCD TV with Freeview, DVD player, Bluetooth speaker and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with LCD TV with Freeview, DVD player and Bluetooth speaker.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
Smart TV with Freeview, TV with DVD, DVD player with selection of DVDs, Bluetooth speaker, Nintendo Wii with selection of games, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair provided.
Off-road barrier parking for 1 car.
South-facing enclosed decked terrace with furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.4 miles, beach 0.3 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: Please bring your own bedding for use of the cot
Nearby points of interest
- Porthminster Beach Café
- Anima-Mundi (Formerly Millennium)
- Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden
- Count House Café
- Geevor Tin Mine
- Jackson Foundation
- Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
- Minack Theatre
- Gwynver Beach
- Porthchapel Beach
Reviews (48)
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Jude
The owners keep on top of the maintenance, Carolyn & her team keep it very clean. Once again had a lovely holiday in St Ives at Clearwater. Many thanks to the owners & to Carolyn.
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Nick
Only points to note are that although we easily found the dos and donâts book about the property which was helpful we could not find the book for clients comments that was mentioned or any collections of leaflets and advice about local amenities walks restaurants etc which would have been helpful. I would also advise that the en suite shower seems to have a small plumbing issue thatâs needs attending with water leaking where the shower hose joins the valve . Also the toilet in there stuck on fill once so maybe that needs some attention too. But a lovely flat with good facilities and highly recommended
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Zoe
The location was great, the flat was great, parking superb, super comfy beds and quality bedding. The layout and the flooring made it very easy to keep clean. However we thought it needs a bit of a refresh. Paintwork is a bit tired, radiators dusty and rusty in places. Coffee machine leaks. Freezer needs defrosting. One glass was cracked and others chipped, some crockery was scratched and chipped and everything was rammed into the cupboards. Towels were poor quality. We think the property needs to up its game to warrant the cost of the rental. Just a few simple updates and upgrades and weâd be regular users happy to pay to stay here frequently.