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Shopping in St Ives
From books to jewellery to freshly made food, shopping in St Ives is a Cornish tradition thanks to the cobbled streets and independent shops that line them.
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The Porthole
St Ives Town
After wandering the cobbled streets, relax in this charming space with a delicious cream tea.
A unique retreat close to the centre of St Ives, its sought after location makes it easy to explore this magical town.
The views over St Ives iconic rooftops and out to sea are truly stunning.
Though compact, the kitchen is fabulously well-equipped.
Gather around the table to enjoy home-cooked meals with your loved ones.
Bedroom 1 is luxuriously furnished, offering the ultimate in style and comfort.
Soothing colours help you to relax and unwind before bed.
Twin beds are ideal for children or adults.
The sleek bathroom benefits from both a bath and shower.
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The Porthole is a beautiful, two-bedroom duplex apartment close to the centre of St Ives town. Its sought-after location allows you to explore the town on foot with ease, from its five sandy beaches to its bustling shopping streets and many local, family-owned restaurants. There is so much to do nearby with all ages and weathers catered for. The world famous art destinations of Tate St Ives, the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Leach Pottery are all within a ten minute walk of the apartment while the nearby harbour is the perfect place to enjoy a stroll or a Cornish gin, cider or beer while watching the changing tides. It is also the starting point for boat trips along the coast to Seal Island where you might also be lucky enough to spot a dolphin or two. If you fancy an evening in, dine together around the family dining table before heading upstairs to the comfortable, galleried sitting room. Open the large Velux windows for views out across the rooftops to the sea and Godrevy Lighthouse before settling down for a family evening - with board games, and a PlayStation all provided to keep everyone entertained.
The Porthole comes with complimentary allocated parking at St Ives Rugby Club taking away the worry of having to find a parking space in the hustle and bustle of the town and allowing you to spend more of your holiday exploring Cornwall and all it has to offer.
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Where you'll sleep
Entrance
from Royal Square through the communal door, up 20 steps to the apartment door, leading straight into:
Kitchen/dining room
fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, gas hob, electric oven, dining table with four chairs, stairs to first floor sitting room and doors to:
Bathroom
bath with shower over, basin, WC.
Bedroom 1
king bed, TV.
Bedroom 2
twin beds, TV.
Sitting room
two sofas, Smart TV, DVD player, digital radio/CD player.
Additional information
gas central heating, please inform the bookings team if you have any allergies as the sofa back cushions in the sitting room are feather-filled, the sea views are from the Velux windows in the first floor sitting room, WiFi, short breaks available.
On arrival at the Porthole we were absolutely amazed! The whole apartment was immaculate, spotlessly clean and everything we could have needed was provided for us. The layout was excellent with a fantastic mezzanine lounge, spacious bedrooms and a superb kitchen. We lived our week's stay in total luxury and never wanted to leave. The Porthole would have made us our perfect forever home. If only..... !!
Mr Guest February 2024
Great apartment. Easy access to all things in St Ives. A very good choice.
Mr Worth September 2022
Holidays in St Ives Town
St Ives Town is the perfect place for those looking to soak up the atmosphere of a bustling coastal town. Nestled in the heart of St Ives, most of our holiday cottages in St Ives Town are within a short walk of the harbour where you will find an array of fun-filled things to see and do, from building sandcastles to paddling along the shoreline or hopping on a boat trip for an exhilarating sea safari.
Narrow lanes are dotted with boutique shops, artisan bakeries, cafes, bars, and restaurants. Discover picturesque gardens, stunning coastal paths, and art galleries galore, all on your doorstep.
Did you know...
St Ives Town is home to Trewyn Subtropical Gardens, tucked away behind Fore Street?
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Stroll through charming lanes, full of Cornish character.
Discover independent shops and cafes that line cobbled streets.
The best of St Ives is all just a short stroll away.
Harbour beach is the delightful backdrop to St Ives Town.
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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.
On arrival at the Porthole we were absolutely amazed! The whole apartment was immaculate, spotlessly clean and everything we could have needed was provided for us. The layout was excellent with a fantastic mezzanine lounge, spacious bedrooms and a superb kitchen. We lived our week's stay in total luxury and never wanted to leave. The Porthole would have made us our perfect forever home. If only..... !!
Mr Guest Feb 2024
Great apartment. Easy access to all things in St Ives. A very good choice.
Mr Worth Sep 2022
Great apartment, with everything you need and a fabulous location. Might want to take ear plugs if you're a light sleeper, as it was very noisy in the late evenings from rowdy youngsters and from early in the morning with the seagulls (way before sunrise!), delivery and cleaning vehicles. But, we still had a fabulous time, it certainly didn't put us off and we would definitely stay again. Apartment is also called 'Channel View Flats' outside which confused me, but it is located right next door to the estate agents and has a Porthole window funnily enough! :) Mrs Payne Aug 2022
Mrs Payne Sep 2022
The porthole is the best property I’ve stayed in at st ives and would 100% stay there again as it was exactly as it portrayed on the website and more . Highly recommended
Miss Roberts Aug 2022
Fabulous apartment and would definitely recommend. Very modern and clean, and location is great. We stayed here with my 16 year old son and his friend, and there was plenty of room. The living room area is a lovely space, cosy and sociable.
Noise outside is a bit of a problem but to be expected. I have suggested a fan in both bedrooms as we had to keep the windows shut overnight to keep the noise out. It did get a bit hot and stuffy.
Overall a great apartment which I would book again.
Mrs Hester Aug 2022
Reply from Aspects Holidays
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed this beautiful property. The Porthole is situated just a stroll from everything that St Ives has to offer, making it a very popular location for anyone wanting to be so close to it all, and wanting to avoid those dreaded hills! Being so close to all the restaurants, cafes, beaches and just off one of the main roads in St Ives, you can sometimes hear associated noise. Though it is a slow-moving road and once inside, we hope that you agreed, is a lovely relaxing environment to enjoy your break in this beautiful and popular town. Tanya, Customer Services.
One of the best apartments I’ve stayed in st Ives .clean , well equipped In the kitchen, modern ,entertainment package . IE , TV music, play station, wi -fi And sky . Brilliant stay
Mrs Austin Jul 2022
Fabulous apartment with the bonus of parking (separate to the property) but a bonus! Great service all round.
Mrs Laithwaite May 2022