Peninsula Apartment 2

Peninsula Apartment 2 sits on The Terrace in St Ives, one of the town's elevated residential streets, with an enclosed garden and off-road parking - both hard to come by this close to the centre. The apartment sleeps 4 across 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms and changeover on Saturday.

Porthminster Beach is 300m downhill - a south-facing sandy beach sheltered from the prevailing west wind, with a cafe on the sand. The harbour beach is 500m along the front. Porthmeor, the main surf beach on the north side of the headland, is 800m. All three are walkable without a car.

Inside the apartment are a dishwasher, washing machine, and Wi-Fi. No pets accepted. The two bathrooms mean two groups can get ready in parallel, which matters for families with older children.

St Ives has three distinct sides to it. The old town around Fore Street and the Island headland is the most atmospheric, with narrow lanes, fish restaurants, and the Barbara Hepworth Sculpture Garden. The Tate St Ives gallery is on Porthmeor beach. The new town on the hill is quieter. The property sits between the two, giving walking access to both.

Best for couples or families of 4 who want to arrive and stay on foot for the week without moving the car. Less good for dog owners. No parking stress is the main practical win here.