St Ives
Cornwall
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Porth Enys self-catering holiday cottage, St Ives, Cornwall, is a Grade II listed, Georgian, terraced family cottage. 180 years old, the cottage retains many original features, is extremely comfortable, full of character, and has a light, airy, and very friendly atmosphere in which to enjoy your St Ives holiday. There is on-site parking for up to three cars. The cottage is situated on the The Terrace. Access to the town centre takes literally just a few seconds, and does not involve any serious hill climbing.
All St. Ives' marvellous beaches are within easy walking distance. Porthminster family beach is the closest, being just below the railway station, whilst Porthmeor surfing beach is but a short walk across the town. The harbour, with it's many colourful boats and constant activity, is only a few minutes away. St. Ives' railway and bus stations are both close to hand making the cottage an ideal base for a walking holiday. Since the town centre is so close, all the restaurants, pubs, shops, etc., are very convenient to your holiday cottage. The Tate Gallery, and the Barbara Hepworth and Town Museums are only a little further away, as is the leisure suite and swimming pool. Views of the whole of St. Ives Bay, and elevated views over the whole of the harbour, can also be had by walking 50 yards to the Malakoff. This is a great spot to watch any of the firework displays held in the harbour.
St Ives is a great centre from which to explore West Cornwall. 40 minutes in the car will take you to Lands End past Zennor, Cape Cornwall and Botallack where part of the 1970s and 2015 series of Poldark were filmed. The Lizard can be reached in about the same time and you can explore the beaches - Poldhu Cove, Kynance Cove, or Dollar(another Poldark 2015 location) and Church Coves at Gunwalloe - or the villages such as Coverack, Helford, Porthallow, or Cadgwith. A little longer in the car will get you to Port Isaac, the home of Doc Martin, or to the Eden Project. There are a number of National Trust properties and other attractions to visit - Trerice and Godolphin Houses, Glendurgan, and Tregwainton Gardens, Trelissick, and Flambards with attractions for all ages.
