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Viking - Sandy Acres
Gwithian

£1214 - £3009 per week
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If you are looking for rejuvenation, Viking will calm your spirit and nourish your soul. It’s all about barefoot luxury, where a minimalist Scandinavian style and approach creates an open plan, light-filled living space. With three calming bedrooms and three spacious bathrooms, you won't be short of space in which to relax and unwind. Rinse off sandy toes after an early morning stroll across the beach when your only company will be your four legged friend and the first surfers of the day.

Plentiful with both colour and space, the indoor and outdoor social spaces make Viking great for families or a group of friends to make cherished memories. A 10 minute stroll will find you on the three miles of golden sands at Sandy Acres beach, where a picture is worth a thousand words. It even has its own surf school and yoga classes, these are silent sports, none require an engine and your reward comes in the form of special moments of connection with nature. In particular the lushness that surrounds Sandy Acres seems never ending. Cleverly designed with the environment and its immediate landscape in mind, Viking blends into its surroundings and light pours in through the large bi-fold doors. The wooden decked area is a wonderful spot to sink into the hot tub after a day having fun in the rolling surf or raise your glass to good times, as you watch the last of the days sun slip down behind the sand dunes.

Entrance

via four wooden steps onto deck, front door into hallway, walkthrough to inner hall with cupboard housing a washer/dryer and stairs to first floor with landing leading to bedrooms 2 and 3.

Cloakroom

WC, basin, washer/dryer.

Bedroom 1

zip and link (twin or super king size) beds, TV, en suite with walk-in shower, WC, basin.

Sitting/dining/kitchen area

electric oven and induction hob, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, dining table with six chairs, corner sofa, two chairs, Chromecast, TV, DVD, woodburner and bi-fold doors onto decking.

Bedroom 2

zip and link (twin or super king size) beds, TV, chair, en suite with bath with shower over, WC, basin.

Bedroom 3

super king size bed, chair, TV, bi-fold doors to balcony with table and two chairs, en suite with walk-in rainfall shower, WC, basin.

Outside areas

raised deck with outside furniture, hot tub and BBQ area.

Additional information

Hot tub - please note hot tub water will be changed for each new guest arrival so therefore may take a few hours to come up to temperature. WiFi, dogs must be kept on lead whilst in communal areas, short breaks available.

 
 

Lovely property, very well situated for the beach. Can order a supermarket shop to the door (we did Sainsbury's), which was a bonus, and there is a LIDL nearby as well as other amenities. Viking is in the middle of the group of lodges and the outdoor area is to the front overlooked by everyone else but it still felt secluded enough. People were quiet and respectful and there are wonderful walks on your doorstep. Very high standard of kitchen equipment and great coffee machine, although no chromecast in the living room. Took us a while to get used to the induction hob - hard to use the touch-buttons when you have temporary grease from a fry-up! Showers not that powerful but a good size. Sofa very comfortable - hard to get out of! Bit chilly in main bedroom. Didn't try the wood burner. Parking for two cars to the right of the property. Would recommend.

October 2021

Great Location, Super Beach House that provided all that we were promised and more! Another Top Quality Stay Away with Aspects, Thank you.

September 2021

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Holidays in Gwithian

Gwithian is a beautiful area of Cornwall and is home to the beautiful Gwithian beach, a popular location for beach sports and surfers. This impressive stretch of sand is immensely popular with sand yachts and kite buggies as well as being a real hot spot for surfers of all abilities.

Gwithian is a coastal village situated in a conservation area and close to National Trust areas. Here you will find a friendly local pub, three cafes offering delicious refreshments and a surf academy. Being just a short drive to the harbour and beach towns of St Ives, Penzance, Mousehole, Porthleven and Marazion, self catering holidays in Gwithian make for a fun packed holiday for all!

Did you know...

Gwithian forms part of a 3 mile long beach that stretches from Hayle Estuary to Godrevy!

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Climb the dunes and you’ll be rewarded by stunning views across St Ives bay.

Climb the dunes and you’ll be rewarded by stunning views across St Ives bay.

Pastel blue sky and long grasses set the scene for the perfect day out.

Pastel blue sky and long grasses set the scene for the perfect day out.

Enjoy a walk with the dog along the quiet beach, waves crashing on the shore.

Enjoy a walk with the dog along the quiet beach, waves crashing on the shore.

Kids will love playing on the large sandy beach and splashing in the shallow water.

Kids will love playing on the large sandy beach and splashing in the shallow water.

Large and spacious, there’s plenty of room to play beach games at Gwithian.

Large and spacious, there’s plenty of room to play beach games at Gwithian.

Dogs will love running along the beach and up the dunes.

Dogs will love running along the beach and up the dunes.

Explore the dunes, you’ll find a different route every day!

Explore the dunes, you’ll find a different route every day!

Head to Gwithian in the evening for the chance to experience one of the most breathtaking sunsets in Cornwall.

Head to Gwithian in the evening for the chance to experience one of the most breathtaking sunsets in Cornwall.

Paddleboarders will be spoilt with stunning locations like this in Gwithian!

Paddleboarders will be spoilt with stunning locations like this in Gwithian!

Surfers head down to the beach to catch some waves at one of Cornwall’s surfing hotspots.

Surfers head down to the beach to catch some waves at one of Cornwall’s surfing hotspots.

Experience the pure joy on their faces as the kids (and grown-ups) play in the sand.

Experience the pure joy on their faces as the kids (and grown-ups) play in the sand.

Things to do in Gwithian

Surfing

With great surf all year round, it's no wonder it's a popular surf spot with both locals and visitors. Perfect for beginners and advanced surfers, Gwithian is an ideal place to learn and progress. With a local Surf school operating from here, first timers will be up and riding in no time. 

Beaches

Gwithian Towans, Hayle Towans and Godrevy offer three miles of golden sands and the most dramatic coastline stretching across to St Ives Bay. At low tide, with such a vast amount of sand, there is plenty of room for everyone – even horses getting their daily exercise. There are large areas of rock pools and intriguing caves which are great for kids to explore. Visit in the evening and you may be treated to a stunning sunset. Read more about Gwithian Towans and other beaches in the area on our blog. It's also worth visiting the rugged cliffs at Hell's Mouth, which is just a 5 minute drive away, where you can park your car for free and enjoy a delicious cream tea in the cafe.

Foraging

Foraging is popular in Cornwall, and Gwithian Towans offers an ideal place to give it a go. Foraging lessons are available, during which you'll discover everything from how to make seaweed crisps, to picking edible flowers. It's certain to be a fun day out for the whole family. Check out our blog post on Wild Food Walks in Cornwall to find out more.

St Gothian Nature Reserve

What was once a commercial sand quarry, this site has since been declared as a nature reserve. The habitat has been improved with the addition of a large pool and other smaller pools which have been fenced off, creating a safe place for wildfowl and waders. Perfect for bird watching. Dog walkers are asked to keep dogs on a lead so as to not disturb the wildlife.

Walking

From Gwithian, you can walk the South West Coast Path all the way to St Ives, and experience some beautiful scenery along the way. Pass through Hayle and Lelant before finally arriving at St Ives Harbour. The walk takes approximately 6 hours so be sure to bring supplies!

Things to do

A day out with Go eBike Hire

We were recently lucky enough to be invited to try out Go eBike Hire’s new electric bike hire. Our friends at Global Boarders have started hiring eBikes from their base in Gwithian, at Sunset Surf Café and we couldn’t be more excited for them!

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Events

St Ives September Festival

Now becoming a sellout event, this festival keeps attracting more and more visitors who come to enjoy a wide range of acts, including music, theatre, poetry and visual arts.

11th - 25th September 2021

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St Ives Food & Drink Festival

Growing in size and popularity, the St Ives Food Festival features top chefs, quality Cornish goods, sandcastle competitions for children and food demonstrations.

17th - 19th September 2021

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St Ives Shanty Shout Weekend

Featuring more than 20 sea shanty groups and with sailor and pirate themed fancy dress, this year's event will be raising money for Cornwall Air Ambulance and its New Heli Appeal. It'll take place in various pubs and venues in St Ives.

19th - 20th November 2021

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Mousehole Christmas Lights

Possibly the most well-known and popular Christmas Lights in the county, Moushole combines stunning displays against the backdrop of their gorgeous Cornish fishing harbour to bring real festive magic to all who visit at this special time of year. Read More >

TBC December 2021

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Montol Festival

Each year, the people of Penzance celebrate the Winter solstace with a festival of Cornish tradition, torch processions, and dancing through the streets. It's a truly womderful celebration. 

21st December 2021

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Tom Bawcock's Eve, Mousehole

Every year, the people of Mousehole celebrate the bravery of Tom Bawcock. Years ago, when the boats couldn't get out in the storms, the villages had no fish to eat. Tom dared to take his boat out and returned with enough fish to make a Star Gazey fish pie for the whole village.

23rd December 2021

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New Year's Eve in St Ives

Spend New Year's Eve in St Ives for an unforgettable evening at the largest fancy dress party in the county. Ring in the New Year with an unbeatable fireworks display by the sea. 

31st December 2021

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St Ives Feast Day

Feast Day offers visitors the chance to witness, and even join in with, a centuries-old tradition. The Mayor 'Hurls the Silver Ball' into the crowd on the beach below. The one who returns the ball to the Guildhall steps by midday receives a silver coin. 

TBC February 2022

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Porthleven Food & Music Festival

The small Cornish fishing village of Porthleven hosts its annual Food & Music Festival every April and encorporates street performers, a range of local produce, Samba dancing, theatre, beer marquees, hip-hop dancers, fireworks, Cornish singing & much, much mmore...the list is endless!

TBC 2021

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Camborne Trevithick Day

Join in the celebrations at this community led festival. The annual event celebrates the engineering and mining history of the Camborne area, and is dedicated to Richard Trevithick, pioneer of high pressure steam power & inventor of Road and Railway Locomotives.

TBC 2022

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Golowan Festival - Penzance

Golowan Festival is an annual arts event that celebrates local culture and community. This year's events have been toned down, however, elements of the festival will still go ahead to celebrate midsummer. 

 June 2022

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Penzance Literary Festival

Popular with visitors and locals alike, this exciting festival celebrates everything literary, including spoken, written, recited and sung word. Take part in the reading and writing discussions and activities and enjoy the many performances.

6th - 9th July 2022

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St Ives Bay Helicopter Tours

For two weeks only, Adventure 001, supporters of Cornwall Air Ambulance, will be bringing their helicopter experiences to St Ives! Book your flight online and take in the incredible views across St Ives bay and beyond!

July and August 2022

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St Ives Lifeboat Day

A fun packed day hosted by the RNLI lifeboat Station. See the lifeboats on display and in action on the water with demonstrations featuring one of the HM Coastguard helicpoters!

TBC Summer 2022

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What our guests say...

We know how important honest reviews are when it comes to booking your holiday. To help you choose the right property for you, we publish all reviews left by guests who have stayed here in the past, with the few exceptions stated in our Review Guidelines. Please bear in mind that some facilities referred to by past guests in reviews can be removed or changed at any time.

Lovely property, very well situated for the beach. Can order a supermarket shop to the door (we did Sainsbury's), which was a bonus, and there is a LIDL nearby as well as other amenities. Viking is in the middle of the group of lodges and the outdoor area is to the front overlooked by everyone else but it still felt secluded enough. People were quiet and respectful and there are wonderful walks on your doorstep. Very high standard of kitchen equipment and great coffee machine, although no chromecast in the living room. Took us a while to get used to the induction hob - hard to use the touch-buttons when you have temporary grease from a fry-up! Showers not that powerful but a good size. Sofa very comfortable - hard to get out of! Bit chilly in main bedroom. Didn't try the wood burner. Parking for two cars to the right of the property. Would recommend.

Great Location, Super Beach House that provided all that we were promised and more! Another Top Quality Stay Away with Aspects, Thank you.

Luxury lodge in an ideal location!

Great locations, beautiful house, spacious and modern. Great decking area and hot tub !

Viking is a stunning property with the latest tech and well equipped kitchen suitable for cooking and entertaining a family group. Bedrooms are spacious well decorated and very comfortable. The outdoor deck and hot tub was a real plus and checked cleaned each day by the site team. A short walk to the beach and lots of great walks on your doorstep albeit the location is a little remote and a car is needed for shopping and exploring.

Viking exceeded our expectations. More beautiful than in the pictures. We have never stayed in a house which is as well equipped as this property. Really good quality equipment. Lovely hot tub maintained daily. We would recommend without hesitation.

 
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