Quayside Studio First Floor The Wharf

Situated at the top of the old slipway, this bolt-hole apartment gives couples or solo travellers harbour views and easy access to St Ives. The working harbour and beach are on the doorstep, and narrow streets nearby are lined with gift and craft shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs selling local produce, including freshly landed seafood. The Tate Gallery covers the town's art history, and St Ives' four beaches offer sand and rock pools. St Michael's Mount is a 9-mile drive, and Land's End is 18 miles away. The South West Coast Path passes through the town, and the surf breaks at Gwithian and Godrevy are 9 miles away.

This bright, airy apartment has a first-floor landing shared with the adjoining unit, leading through a lockable door to an open-plan living area with harbour views from both the dining area and the lounge, which has a window seat. The kitchen has modern white units and plenty of worktop space. An electric coal-effect fire sits alongside the TV for cooler nights. Across the shared landing, a lockable door leads to the double bedroom and a tiled en-suite shower room.

There is no outside space at this property.

Best for couples or solo travellers wanting a central, harbour-view base for exploring St Ives on foot. Less good for anyone bringing dogs, which aren't accepted.

Nearby: Porthmeor Beach (200m) and St Ives Harbour Beach (200m). See our St Ives guide for more beaches and walks in the area.