Luna Beach - Luxury Carbis Bay Apartment + Parking

One-bedroom apartment in Carbis Bay with a queen bed and sofa bed, sleeping up to four. The private walled courtyard catches the sun for much of the day and has room for patio furniture. Carbis Bay Beach is around 400 metres away, with St Michael's Mount 7.5 miles further along the coast.

Inside, the apartment has a wood burner, dishwasher, washing machine and free WiFi. Dogs are welcome. Parking is limited: one space is allocated to the apartment, with two more available on a first-come, first-served basis, worth checking before a summer visit. Rated 8.7 from 39 Booking.com reviews, with 9.8 for cleanliness and 9.7 for comfort.

Carbis Bay is known for its wide stretch of white sand and clear water, more sheltered than the open coast nearby. The Beach Club and the Carbis Bay Hotel both serve food to non-residents, a short walk from the apartment. Up the hill, a handful of shops and restaurants includes the Gannet Inn. St Ives is reachable by train from Carbis Bay station, or along the coast path in around 20 minutes.

Best for couples or small families wanting beach access with a wood burner for cooler evenings. Less good for groups needing guaranteed parking for more than one car.