Waters Watch

Waters Watch is a ground-floor apartment for four at Windsor Court in St Ives, with two bedrooms and one bathroom - enough space for a couple wanting a spare room or a small family needing separate rooms.

A private garden adds outdoor space, and included parking solves a real problem in central St Ives, where space is limited close to the harbour. Wi-Fi is also provided, and the kitchen has an electric oven and hob, a microwave, a fridge freezer, a dishwasher and a washer/dryer. One well-behaved pet is welcome, and the ground-floor layout avoids stairs, though anyone needing step-free access should check the details with the owners before booking. Changeover falls on a Friday.

St Ives Harbour Beach is 300 metres away. Porthmeor Beach, overlooked by the Tate St Ives gallery, and Porthminster Beach are both 400 metres from the apartment. The harbour and old-town lanes are within easy walking distance too, and St Ives station is close by for branch-line connections. The St Ives guide covers more of the town's beaches and layout.

**Best for:** a couple or small family wanting two bedrooms, a garden, parking and three beaches within 400 metres. **Less good for:** guests needing step-free access or travellers who need more than one bathroom.