Golden Sands in St. Ives offers a well-equipped and spacious apartment that many find comfortable and akin to a home away from home. Its prime location is frequently praised, being close to the beach and local amenities. Guests appreciate the secure parking and the modern kitchen appliances.
The apartment generally receives positive remarks for cleanliness, but several guests have noted issues such as a need for a deep clean, damp smells, and outdoor areas not being well-maintained. These issues suggest room for improvement.
The location is consistently lauded for its proximity to the beach and train station, making it an ideal base for exploring the area. The convenience and desirability of the location are clear strengths.
Guests find the apartment comfortable overall, with a cosy feel and modern amenities. However, some have mentioned issues with ventilation, privacy, and noise, which detract from the comfort level for some visitors.
While the apartment is well-equipped, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as problems with tech equipment, non-working TVs in bedrooms, and a dishwasher not cleaning properly. These factors suggest that the facilities could be better maintained.
There are mixed comments regarding the thoughtfulness of the welcome pack provided. Some guests were disappointed with the lack of items such as milk or tea bags upon arrival. As gifts are not consistently mentioned across reviews, it is polite to note that such amenities are not guaranteed.
Set on the seaward facing side of Carbis Bay, at Sands Apartments, this beautiful ground floor, two-bedroom apartment, is close to the beach, scenic railway and cliffside walks to St Ives or Hayle, the perfect base for a romantic retreat or family holiday to the Cornish coast, its contemporary open-plan living space, consisting of a dining, and sitting area, are lit by natural light shining through the floor to ceiling windows, with the dining space enjoying a sea view, a seaside theme with local art on the walls flows throughout, set the mood lighting for the right ambience, relax in either of the two and three seater sofas and enjoy your favourite shows on the television, with the Sky Entertainment package, the dining area takes full advantage of the wonderful sea views through the full length windows, a glass table with four dark grey leather seats are provide, a contemporary kitchen is conveniently located next to the dining area, it’s well-appointed, with soft closures, ample work space, a breakfast bar with two dark grey leather bar stools, great for perching and talking to the designated chef, it’s all you need for a relaxing holiday. The master king size bedroom has a private en-suite with shower room and access to a private courtyard, a second twin room is located off the lounge with a window that looks to the side of the property, both rooms are light and airy and offer plenty of storage space as well as Smart TVs. You will also find a spacious family bathroom with bath and shower-over has been beautifully tiled with sandstone tiles, the perfect place to relax amongst the bubbles after exploring the Cornish coast, an enclosed private courtyard, which can be accessed from the master bedroom, is a little suntrap, a great place for drying off beach gear or enjoying a good book with a glass of wine. There is also a communal landscaped garden is available to guests to enjoy and relax in, it’s only a short walk to the nearest beach, Carbis Bay, this stunning stretch of sand is lapped by crystal clear water, which has been awarded a Blue Flag for its quality, lifeguards watch the beach at peak times making it an ideal place to swim or surf. From the beach you can easily access the South West Coast Path, this circles the Cornish coast and is wonderful for spotting wildlife, take a walk towards St Ives, this beautiful traditional fishing village, has cobbled streets, filled with independent boutiques and restaurants stocked with seafood, caught by local fisherman, its surrounded by glorious sandy beaches and has been an inspiration for artists around the world, many of which are celebrated at the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden. Enjoy a relaxing return to Carbis Bay on the scenic railway, it connects the surrounding area, the journey along the Cornish coast is breath-taking, if you have children they’ll enjoy feeding the animals at Paradise Park in Hayle or screaming on the thrilling rides at Flambards Theme Park near Helston, a day out to Land’s End with a stop off at the nearby Minack Theatre is a must, dramatically set on a cliff edge, this open air stage has to have one of the best backdrops of any theatre. Near Penzance you’ll come across the magical sight of St Michaels Mount, set on its own island, which you can walk out to at low tide, this is one of the historic jewels in Cornwall’s crown, Golden Sands offers a truly wonderful base to enjoy Cornwall’s beach life, with so much more to explore right on its doorstep.
Short drive from St Ives, Carbis Bay is a charming beach resort with miles of sugar-white sand. The beach has a tropical vibe thanks to its turquoise waves and sheltered location, making it ideal for an old-fashioned day at the beach. Ocean Sports Centre is located on beach, so if sunbathing isn't your thing, why not rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard and head out on the ocean. For a truly luxurious experience, why not book yourself a day at the luxurious hotel, which overlooks the beach and has a lovely terrace from where you can sip your cocktails? Carbis Bay is home to a handful of small businesses and eateries, as well as a fish and chip shop and a branch line of the railway. For a day trip full of art galleries and scenic rail travel, head from Carbis Bay to St Ives, where you'll find some of the country's most picturesque stations. Additionally, Hayle, the quayside town, is only a short distance away and is home to a wildlife sanctuary and a golf course for the whole family. Carbis Bay's proximity to the Godrevy Nature Reserve and Penwith Heritage Coast adds a slew of other outdoor and watersports activities, such as coasteering and birdwatching. If you want to take in Cornwall's stunning coastline, then Carbis Bay is a must-visit destination.
Ground-floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin with Smart TV.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Oven, five-ring gas hob, grill, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
TV with Sky Entertainment package, 2 x Smart TVs, iPod dock, Nintendo Wii, and Nintendo Wii games, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Off-road gated parking for 1 car.
Enclosed private courtyard with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.9 miles, beach 0.3 miles.
Note: We request that guests provide their own cot bedding.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 9am
Hannah
Clean and comfortable, perfect for small family.
Ken
Lovely apartment. Some issues with maintenance. Security gate to car park not working. Intercom doesnât seem to work. Dishwasher not cleaning dishes very well. Otherwise perfect.
Ken
Lovely apartment. Some issues with maintenance. Security gate to car park not working. Intercom doesnât seem to work. Dishwasher not cleaning dishes very well. Otherwise perfect.
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