Property Overview:
Nestled in the heart of St Ives, Waves End stands as a testament to the town's rich maritime history. This charming residence, once an esteemed sea captain's abode, offers unrivalled sea views that stretch across St Ives harbour and beyond. With spacious living and dining areas, four boutique bedrooms, three well-appointed bathrooms, and private parking for two cars, Waves End is the epitome of coastal elegance.
Location, Location, Location:
Waves End's brilliant location invites you to embrace the very best of St Ives. Within short strolls, you'll discover six breathtaking beaches, the enchanting historic town with its vibrant shops, galleries, and a myriad of delectable restaurants. Whether you arrive by car or train, you can relish an entire holiday on foot, immersing yourself in the essence of St Ives.
Kitchen and Dining:
The heart of Waves End is the open-plan kitchen, lounge, and dining area, graced with spectacular sea views and a Smart TV for your entertainment. The modern kitchen is impeccably equipped, boasting a fridge, freezer, wine fridge, and more. Gather around the large dining table, with benches and chairs accommodating up to ten guests. A convenient utility room with a washing machine and dryer ensures you have all the comforts of home.
Living Areas:
The main living room, seamlessly integrated into the open-plan space, features a generous corner sofa, a Smart TV, and awe-inspiring, unobstructed views of the harbour. High ceilings and an elegant chandelier add to the ambience, making it the perfect place to unwind. For a more intimate setting, the separate snug sitting room offers additional seating, including a double sofa, single sofa, and a reading chair, all equipped with a large wall-mounted Smart TV.
Bedrooms:
At Waves End, a restful night's sleep is paramount. The master bedroom boasts a super king-sized bed (or two singles) and offers breathtaking sea views. A second king-sized room includes an en-suite for added comfort. The twin bedroom features two full single beds with delightful sea views, while the fourth bedroom offers a zip lock bed for flexible sleeping arrangements. Each bed is of hotel quality, ensuring superior comfort. All double bedrooms come complete with hairdryers and televisions. Additionally, Waves End provides baby-friendly amenities, including a travel cot, high chair, safety gate, baby bath, monitors, and more. Luxury linen is provided to elevate your stay.
Bathrooms:
With a spacious family bathroom featuring a bath, shower-over, double basin, and WC, as well as an en-suite shower room and a downstairs shower room and WC, Waves End ensures convenience and luxury in every corner. Luxury house towels are provided.
Outdoors:
Step into the enchanting walled garden and indulge in the Artesian Spa hot tub. The patio area is perfect for al fresco dining, offering a private oasis to soak in the coastal ambience. A garage provides secure parking and ample space for larger items like surfboards. Rest assured, the hot tub is thoroughly drained, cleaned, and refilled before each new guest's arrival, although it may take a bit of time to reach the perfect temperature on your first night.
Access Statement:
While Waves End offers splendid views, please be aware of the 20 steps leading to the garden and 8 additional steps from the garden to the garage. There are two small steps at both the front and back entrances to the house, ensuring easy access for all guests.
Waves End invites you to immerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of St Ives, with all the comforts of home and more. Your coastal escape begins here.
St Ives: A Must-Visit Destination for Art and Beach Lovers
St Ives, a picturesque seaside town located in Cornwall, UK, has been attracting visitors for decades, thanks to its stunning beaches, subtropical climate, and breathtaking natural beauty. The town has received numerous accolades, including being named the best family holiday destination by Coast magazine and one of the 10 best European beach destinations by TripAdvisor.
Art enthusiasts are particularly drawn to St Ives, which has been a magnet for some of the world’s greatest painters, sculptors, and ceramists for over a century. It all started with J M W Turner and Henry Moore, who first came to St Ives in the mid-1800s. Today, the town is home to numerous galleries and exhibitions, and famous artists can be found here year-round.
St Ives boasts four fabulous beaches, including Porthmeor, Porthgwidden, Harbour Beach, and Porthminster. These beaches have the UK’s mildest climate and offer fantastic surfing opportunities, particularly at Porthminster Beach. Visitors can also enjoy plenty of pavement cafes, ancient pubs, and top-notch eateries serving mouth-watering menus.
In addition to its beaches and art scene, St Ives has a working harbor and is one of Cornwall’s top destinations. The town hosts a September Festival of music and poetry, among other events, and visitors can enjoy a range of activities, such as:
Taking the twenty-minute train ride from St Erth to St Ives, which offers breathtaking views of colorful fishing boats coming into the harbor.
Strolling along the white sand at Porthminster Beach, where visitors can enjoy the dreamy view of Godrevy Lighthouse, which inspired Virginia Woolf’s famous novel “To the Lighthouse.”
Visiting the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden in St Ives, which features sensual sculptures by one of the country’s leading 20th-century artists exhibited in tranquil gardens.
Exploring the heart of old St Ives, known to locals as “Downlong,” behind the 14th-century Sloop Inn on the Wharf and the Harbour Beach, where visitors can delve into the town’s long and varied history at the local museum.
Checking out Tate St Ives, one of only four Tate galleries in the world, which holds hundreds of works produced by the St. Ives School from the late 1800s to the 21st century.
Taking a boat trip from the harbor out to sea to watch the local colony of seals frolicking in the water and sunbathing on the rocks at Seal Island, located 3½ miles (6km) to the West of St Ives.
Spending a family day at the beach building sandcastles, playing in rock pools, or taking a surfing lesson from the local surf school.
In conclusion, St Ives is a must-visit destination for art and beach lovers. Whether you are looking to soak up some sun, explore the town’s rich history, or immerse yourself in the art scene, St Ives has something for everyone.
