The Point

ID: S371113

  • Bedrooms 2
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets No

Guests say

The Point in St Ives is a well-regarded holiday rental with modern apartments praised for their cleanliness, prime location near the town centre and beach, and secure parking. Guests appreciate the high-quality build and the convenience of on-site amenities. While some minor maintenance issues and suggestions for improvement are noted, the overall experience is positive, with many guests planning to return.

Most guests found the apartment spotless, indicating high standards of cleanliness. However, a few mentioned an ant problem, which slightly affects the score.

The location is highly praised for its proximity to the town centre, beach, and restaurants, with secure parking adding to the convenience. The hillside position may not suit everyone.

Guests find the apartments comfortable, with quality furnishings and a well-appointed layout. Some feedback suggests the outdoor seating could be improved for enhanced comfort.

Facilities are generally well-received, with good kitchen appliances and on-site parking. Some guests noted maintenance issues and a lack of certain amenities like Netflix, which affects the score.

Guests mention welcome packs with treats upon arrival, which is a thoughtful touch. It should be noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.

About this property

Ideally located in the centre of St Ives, at Gallinas Point, this two-bedroom, ground floor apartment, enjoys a seaward facing terrace, with views of the ocean, just a short walk from St Ives scenic railway, traditional harbour, shops and the stunning Porthminster Beach.

Sleeping four plus an infant, it’s the ideal base for a romantic escape or family looking to holiday in the heart of St Ives.

The open plan living area consist of a kitchen and sitting area, themed in neutral colours, and styled with local artwork and bathed in natural light from the patio doors, it’s a welcoming space to relax, cosy up on either the leather two-seater sofa or two freestanding armchairs chairs with footstools, and enjoy the entertainment on the large television with full Sky package, including cinema and sport, or step outside onto the decked patio with a glass of wine watching the ocean.

A beautifully set separate dining room, conveniently placed off the kitchen, offers a table and four chairs to dine in style.

The contemporary open plan kitchen blends seamlessly into the living area, so those preparing meals won’t feel left out, its well-appointed with cream gloss units and spacious worktops, it has everything required for your holiday, a separate utility room off the hallway houses a washer/dryer.

Choose from two comfortable bedrooms, a double or twin room, the first has a private en-suite with enclosed shower, the twin room is conveniently located adjacent to the family bathroom, each is well presented with beautifully dressed beds and offer plenty of storage space.

A family bathroom with a bath and shower over, is next to the second bedroom, run a bath and enjoy a relaxing soak and time to yourself, after a busy beach day.

To enjoy Cornwall’s healthy outdoor lifestyle, slide open the living areas patio doors and step onto the decked terrace, it stretches the full length of the apartment, south facing so is bathed in sun most of the day, furnished with two bistro tables and four chairs for dining alfresco or drinks watching the everchanging colours of the ocean.

A short stroll and you’ll reach the golden shores of the nearest beach, Porthminster, its lifeguarded at peak times, so perfect for swimming or water sports, book a table at the award winning Porthminster Beach café for a wonderful evening out or choose from St Ives plethora of restaurants and cafes, these are spread around a picturesque working fishing harbour, where local catches of fresh sea food arrives daily to serve the restaurants, its pretty cobbled streets are dotted with independent shops and art galleries featuring local artist, see how the town has inspired many famous artists by visiting the Tate St Ives and the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden.

To combine a little countryside with the beach lifestyle, venture out along The South West Coast Path, full of flora and fauna and a wonderful place to spot wildlife, maybe a seal or dolphins if you’re lucky, it follows the cliffs around the Cornish coast, accessed locally, you can head towards Zenor or Carbis Bay and Hayle in the other direction, Carbis Bay Beach is a slice of paradise with azure waters lapping its golden sands, for a relaxing return journey, jump aboard the scenic railway, it runs beside the beaches with sea views all the way.

Cornwall has many glorious gardens to explore including Trebah, a sub-tropical paradise with a stunning coastal backdrop, near Falmouth and the Eden Projects rainforest with its exciting canopy walkway, near St Austell, it’s hidden coves, quaint harbours and historic tin mines feature on many TV shows, like Poldark and Doc Martin, why not see if you can spot the filming locations used, if you have little ones they’ll love Newquay Zoo or feeding the animals at Paradise Park in Hayle.

With so much on its doorstep to explore, and the shops, harbour and beaches within walking distance, this coastal escape offers an idyllic base for a holiday to St Ives.

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!

Accommodation

Ground Floor apartment.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin, and WC, 1x twin.

Family bathroom with bath and shower-over, wash basin, heated towel rail, and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen and sitting area, dining area, south facing decked terrace

Gas central heating.

Oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, washer/dryer, dishwasher.

TV with Sky including Sports to lounge, Wi-Fi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair provided; we request that guests provide their own cot bedding.

Off-road barrier parking for one car.

South facing decked terrace, outside furniture including table and chairs.

Sorry no pets, no smoking.

Shops, beaches, and pubs within a short walk

Reviews (35)

  • Sue

    Walkable into town, bus or taxi easily available to come back uphill.

  • Debra

    . as the pictures show spotless and the secure parking space for The Point apartment is flat, which is a bonus

  • Lucy

    will be returning there again indeed.

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