6 Sandy Lane

A first-floor apartment in a small development 100 metres from Carbis Bay beach, sleeping 4 across 2 bedrooms. From £707 per week. The glazed balcony has sea views over the bay, and the apartment sits within the Carbis Bay area of St Ives, where most visitors must use the park-and-ride or pay for daily parking.

Inside, the apartment has a Shaker-style kitchen with dishwasher, underfloor heating throughout, and a double-ended bath in the bathroom. One of 7 apartments in the development, so it has a quieter feel than a standalone holiday let. Parking and washing machine are included; no WiFi at this property.

Carbis Bay station is a few minutes' walk for the scenic branch line into St Ives - a practical option in peak season when town parking fills by 9am. Porthminster Beach is 1.8km along the coast path, and the harbour and galleries of St Ives are reachable in around 15 minutes on foot. The bay itself has a Blue Flag sandy beach with lifeguard cover across the summer season.

Best for couples or families of 4 wanting direct beach access and sea views without needing to drive into St Ives each day. The 10 reviews on Cornwall Hideaways average positively, with the balcony and beach proximity cited most. Less good for those needing WiFi or travelling with dogs.