| STAY Island Wastrel, St Ives Island Wastrel is a magical oasis perched on the shoreline of Porthgwidden beach in the heart of St Ives. Offering a cool, contemporary, luxury retreat with parking for three cars, it provides a magnificent, modern counter alance to the timeless beauty of the Cornish coastline on which it sits. This property accommodates six guests in style and comfort, allowing you to escape, relax and unwind. You can even bring your furry friends. A wonderful hidden gem, Island Wastrel is the perfect mix of indoor chic and outdoor fun. Guests can feel the sun and enjoy a cool breeze in the large private terrace that boasts a luxurious hot tub, a large gas barbeque, dining table and ample soft furnishing. The narrow, cobbled streets of St Ives transport you to the iconic harbour only a few hundred yards away. ere you will find the town’s famous galleries, restaurants and large selection of independent shops. Beach lovers are spoiled for choice as Island Wastrel looks out over Porthgwidden beach, a beautiful sheltered cove. The more adventurous will adore the larger, surf-friendly Blue Flag Porthmeor beach just around the corner. This is the perfect setting to create special memories as the sun sets and the waves gently roll up the beach.
01736 796198 www.escapetostives.co.uk
The Driftwood Spars, St Agnes A historic coastal brewpub just a few hundred yards from Trevaunance Cove, at Driftwood Spars, you can stay in an AA four-star guest room, complete with a gorgeous en-suite bathroom and scintillating sea views. The pub itself offers an excellent selection of locally brewed Cornish ale – some brewed across the road in the team’s ery own rewery – and when it comes to dining, you’ll e treated to a menu filled with local produce, including fresh fish from the near y co e. Start the day right with a hearty Cornish reakfast, ser ed in the pu ’s sea iew dining room. hilst you re there, don’t forget to try the team’s homemade marm ale’ade’ – made from the pu ’s own eer, gently spiced and, uite frankly, delicious! For those who like to explore, Trevaunance Cove is just a few hundred yards away, while Chapel Porth – just three miles away – is well worth the walk, and is the perfect spot to while away an afternoon, particularly when the sun’s shining Later on, you can settle down at The Crib Shack for a pint of Driftwood Spars Brewery Ale, and perhaps a cake or Callestick Farm ice cream – the perfect way to round off an afternoon spent in the great outdoors, before retreating to your room and recharging efore your ne t day’s ad entures.
01872 552428 www.driftwoodspars.co.uk
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