Blue Horizon

An enticing, one-bedroom apartment in the Ayr area of St Ives, this holiday home is an ideal bolthole for couples eager to explore this corner of West Cornwall. Sleeping two guests, the comfortable property sits on the ground floor and benefits from access to shared lawned gardens. From here, wander 0.5 miles to Porthmeor Beach to swim, surf and picnic on the sand. Afterwards, spend time at Tate St Ives, which overlooks the beach. Wander the independent shops and other galleries of the town and indulge in the broad array of eateries there is on offer. Venture out on walks along the South West Coast Path and plan trips to the long sandy beach at Mexico Towans, 7.5 miles away.

Enter this cosy property to find a pleasant, open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner where the two of you can spend quality time together when you are not out and about. Its open-plan nature means you can still enjoy each other’s company when preparing meals that you can enjoy at the table or breakfast bar. At the far end of the room, patio doors open out to the shared garden space. The property is completed with a comfortable king-size room with mirrored wardrobe and a shower room with large cubicle.

Outside, you can enjoy the sunshine in the shared gardens, where you can catch a glimpse of the sea in the distance.

Nearby: Porthmeor Beach (600m) and St Ives Harbour Beach (700m). See our St Ives guide for more beaches and walks in the area.

**Best for:** a couple on a short romantic break, given the property sleeps only two and puts Porthmeor Beach and the town's galleries within half a mile. **Less good for:** guests wanting to bring a dog or self-cater for a longer stay, since dogs are not accepted and the kitchen has no dishwasher or washing machine.