Upper Seafarer 45 Fore Street

Upper Seafarer is a two-bedroom apartment above St Ives Harbour, accommodating up to six guests across one double room, one twin and a sofa bed for the final two.

Panoramic sea views extend across the harbour and bay, with a balcony and terrace overlooking passing boats. Two bathrooms serve the apartment. Both have a shower over the bath and a WC, and one is en-suite to the double bedroom. Wi-Fi, a dishwasher and washing machine are included, and one dog is welcome, with garden access included too. The apartment is on the second floor, reached by an internal flight of stairs.

Shops, restaurants and galleries line the surrounding streets, so the location works without a car once guests have arrived. St Ives Harbour Beach is 100 metres away, Porthmeor Beach is 200 metres away and Porthminster Beach is 300 metres away. St Ives has four beaches in total, and its artists' colony has drawn painters and sculptors to work in the Atlantic light since the 1880s. The St Ives guide covers the town's beaches, galleries and harbour in more depth.

**Best for:** families or friends prioritising sea views, central St Ives and several beaches on foot. **Less good for:** guests needing step-free access, and six adults who would rather not use a sofa bed.