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As featured in The Guardian's '50 best UK holiday cottages', Praaloha is an extraordinary property, boasting its very own heated swimming pool overlooking the Atlantic and jaw-dropping views from almost every room. This stunningly located beach-house is set within private ocean-front gardens and has to be one of the most impressive properties on this coast, ticking all right the boxes for a Cornish escape to remember. Located in the sought after village of Praa Sands, you are a few minutes' stroll from the famous mile-long beach and some of the best surf breaks in the area.
Built for himself by the previous owner who had purchased the private nineteen acre 'Sea Meads' estate, the stunning Praaloha is the jewel in this exclusive enclave consisting of only a handful of private beach houses. Newly refurbished throughout, Praaloha offers five large bedrooms, five bath or shower rooms, two sitting rooms, two kitchens, and a 100m long beach-front garden, giving plenty of room for guests to spread out and enjoy this remarkable home. The private 15m swimming pool and detached pool house and bar make this property even more special and provide the perfect place to relax and take in the views. Head inside the main house and almost every room offers extraordinary sea views, with the main reception room boasting the best of all, with floor to ceiling windows to take in the mesmerising setting, whatever the season. The second ground floor reception room and kitchen make it perfect for large families and groups who want some independence. If you can pull yourself from the house itself, Praa Sands has the Sandbar a laid back beachside pub, a surf school, seasonal beach café and a local shop. If you feel like travelling a little further, the renowned Victoria Inn at Perranuthnoe and the Falmouth Packet an excellent local pub are only a few miles away as well as the top notch restaurants in Porthleven being only a short drive eastwards (advance booking advisable). St Ives and Marazion (which overlooks the iconic St Michaels Mount) are also close by so you will never be short of things to do in this stunning part of Cornwall.
lobby with slate floor and space for coats and shoes, door to main hall with stairs down to ground floor.
WC, basin.
super king size double bed, two armchairs, 42" TV linked to Sky, sea views, en suite with bath, separate shower, WC and basin.
super king size zip and link bed, side sea views, en suite with double walk in shower, WC and basin.
eight seater leather L-shaped sofa plus two integral footstools/seats, glass coffee table, glass dining table and ten chairs, 55" TV with sound bar, Blu-ray/DVD player, full Sky package with sports and movies, floor to ceiling windows with sea views.
large American fridge freezer, wine cooler, double electric oven, dishwasher, induction hob, sea views.
accessed internally or via external stairs up to entrance.
washing machine, tumble dryer, belfast sink.
super king size double bed, sea views, door out to front patio, en suite with bath, separate shower, WC and basin.
fridge/freezer, electric oven and hob, dishwasher, door into porch and then out to pool area.
three two-seater sofas, two armchairs, 50" TV with sound bar, full Sky package with sports and movies, Blu-ray/DVD player, door out to pool area.
super king size zip and link bed, sea views.
WC, basin.
bath, separate shower and basin.
super king size zip and link bed, en suite shower, WC and basin, sea views.
level entry from drive into first floor entrance hall, (garage retained for owner's use), stairs from parking area down to internal enclosed courtyard with door to ground floor entrance hall and out to large beach front lawned gardens with numerous sitting areas and patio leading back round to pool area, 15 metre heated pool, assorted rattan and wooden dining furniture and sunloungers, outside shower, detached pool house with built in drinks bar, shower room, WC and sea views across pool.
The pool is open and heated between Easter and October half term inclusive, BBQ available for guests, unmade lane leads to the parking for up to five cars (vehicles will need to reverse in or out when entering and exiting), cliffside gardens are wire fenced but please ensure when using all outdoor areas and the pool that children are supervised by an adult, all guests must follow at all times the safety recommendations detailed in the property, Independent electric heating. Due to the size of this property and the pool cleaning requirements, the 3pm arrival time is to be strictly adhered to, WiFi.
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We chose Praaloha to celebrate my parents Golden Wedding anniversary and we couldn’t have asked for a better place. There were 10 of us ranging in age from 4 to 74! The house is beautiful - modern decoration, spacious (2 kitchens and 2 lounges) so plenty of room for us all! Of course we can’t not mention the stunning location and views. The sea views are available throughout most of the rooms which is such a treat and being a 10 minute walk to the beach was perfect. We all agreed we would love to stay here again.
Mrs Franklin August 2018
A truly relaxing place to unwind, with a stunning view. Falling to sleep with the sound of the sea amazing. Spending all day in the pool and dining alfresco. A wonder place to be.
Mrs Bolland August 2018
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Praa Sands (pronounced 'pray' sands), is the perfect place to enjoy a holiday. Great surf and surf hire facilities are on your doorstep along with the coast path and spectacular scenery. Read about surfing in Praa Sands on our blog: Ten of the best surf spots in Cornwall.
Praa Sands’ nine-hole golf course is only minutes away, or for those who prefer a bit of history, Pengersick Castle is a short walk away where there are plenty of stories about the wrecking and smuggling that took place in the bay until the 18th century. Right on the beach is Sandbar, a modern and bright restaurant/bar with magnificent views across the ocean. Read more about Sandbar on our blog.
Just seven miles away from Praa Sands is Penzance, a town with an eclectic mix of art studios, historic buildings, well stocked shops and award-winning restaurants. Visiting Marazion is a must when staying here, as the stunning St Michael's Mount found here is just a short drive away. This mystical tidal island provides the perfect backdrop for a walk along Marazion beach and offers an interesting day out. Helston, six miles away, is an ancient market town and gateway to the Lizard peninsula. Hayle, also six miles away, has a new, easily accessible out of town retail development together with a dramatic golden sandy beach stretching for three miles to Godrevy Lighthouse.
There's also plenty of places to eat out at when self catering in Praa Sands. With a selection a great pubs and restaurants in the area you won't be short of places to try out.
When staying in Praa Sands, you'll benefit from being a stone's throw from Praa Sands beach. Famed for its white sands stretching almost a mile, this family friendly beach is lifeguarded in summer, and a great place to spend a day in the sun.
Holiday cottages in Praa Sands sit between two other desirable beach locations too; Prussia Cove and Mullion Cove. Like Praa, they are unspoilt and perfect for walking, swimming and sunbathing. Praa Sands is also a very short distance from Porthleven, a picturesque fishing village which has excellent restaurants and is known as a world-class location for experienced surfers. Praa Sands was recently featured in our blog post Sandy beaches in West Cornwall.
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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.
15th December - 4th January 2018
The tradition of Tom Bawcock comes from the feast or famine lifestyle of Cornwall. The story goes that it was just before Christmas; there had been no fish for weeks, the boats couldn’t get out into the raging storm, the village was starving. One man, Tom Bawcock, dared to take his boat out of the harbour’s safety. He returned with enough fish to make fish pie for the whole village.
Today, a festival takes place each year to celebrate Tom Bawcock's bravery. During the festival, Star Gazey pies are eaten in memory of this famous event.
23rd December 2018
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.
Sunday 31st December 2018
Find out more about New Year's Eve in St Ives here>
Held on the anniversary of the consecration of the Parish Church of St Eia in 1434 AD, Feast Day offers visitors to witness - and even join in with - some centuries-old traditions. A morning precesison led by the Mayor to bless the Well of St Eia. Following this, the Mayor will 'Hurls the Silver Ball' into a crowd of children who assemble on the beach below. The one who returns the ball to the Guildhall steps by midday receives a silver coin. In the afternoon the Mayor then throw pennies from the balcony of the Guildhall for children to collect.
4th February 2019
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!
19th - 21st April 2019
Growing in size and popularity, the St Ives Food Festival features top chefs, quality Cornish goods, sandcastle competitions for children and food demonstrations.
10th - 12th May 2019
Golowan Festival is an annual community arts event that celebrates local culture and the social and natural environment. 'Mazey Day' takes place on the Saturday of the festival and guarantees to be a very colourful affair!
23rd - 28th June 2019
For two weeks only, Adventure 001, supporters of Cornwall Air Ambulance, will be bringing their helicopter experiences to St Ives! Choose from a 6 minute flight from £35 to a 30 minute flight from £96 and take in the incredible views across St Ives bay and beyond!
Dates TBC August 2019
Enjoy a weekend of live music, local food and drink, food demonstrations, crafts and local goods stalls and much more! Don't miss out!
Dates TBC August 2019
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!
August 2019
Newlyn Fish Festival is the biggest and best of its kind in the UK. Taste some of the finest seafood on offer and enjoy cookery demonstrations, live music and arts and crafts. Local fishmongers take part in the The Cornish fishmonger of the year competition and the popular 'Fishy Trail' is perfect to keep the kids entertained.
TBC August 2019
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.
14th - 28th September 2019
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.
Dates TBC
We love hearing about our guests’ experiences, and 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.
We chose Praaloha to celebrate my parents Golden Wedding anniversary and we couldn’t have asked for a better place. There were 10 of us ranging in age from 4 to 74! The house is beautiful - modern decoration, spacious (2 kitchens and 2 lounges) so plenty of room for us all! Of course we can’t not mention the stunning location and views. The sea views are available throughout most of the rooms which is such a treat and being a 10 minute walk to the beach was perfect. We all agreed we would love to stay here again.
Mrs Franklin August 2018
A truly relaxing place to unwind, with a stunning view. Falling to sleep with the sound of the sea amazing. Spending all day in the pool and dining alfresco. A wonder place to be.
Mrs Bolland August 2018
Wonderful property - you really can't beat the location as there are stunning beach and water views throughout. Outdoor pool was excellent, with a great swimming room attached and readily stocked with inflatables! Our kids loved playing in the large garden, and we could sit and keep an eye on them whilst enjoying the view and a glass of wine! We would also thoroughly recommend the SandBar pub at the nearby beach - excellent food and very welcoming. Definitely met our expectations, and we would hope to return again one day!
Mr Yates July 2018
Fantastic week in Cornwall, in a fantastic house. Surpassed expectations in all areas - so much room for all 10 of us to get lost in. The outside and pool areas were great for BBQs and Al fresco dining, and the ocean views 24/7 were hard beat anywhere in the world I reckon. Will definitely be back in a few years. Thank you Aspects, and please pass our thanks on to the owners for sharing their wonderful property with us.
Mr Barbour May 2018
Dramatic ocean views
Mrs Page September 2017
Just needs a little more care and it would be the best of the best .will definitely book with you again
Mrs Divall August 2017
Reply from Aspects Holidays
We will be in touch to find out what your thoughts were on what needed more care, so that we can pass this on to the owner and their housekeeper. Thank you for your review and we hope that you liked it there. Tanya, Customer Services
We stayed in this property with our extended family to celebrate my father's 80th birthday. We wanted something really special and this certainly didn't disappoint, a very high standard of accommodation ( especially the master bedroom) and views to die for!!! It was simply amazing and we would certainly book this property again. Thankyou.
Mrs Baxter July 2017
We chose Praaloha for our family holiday this year because of its size to suit our family's needs, the fact that it was dog friendly, its unique position having stunning views, access to a sandy beach plus a heated pool. We were not disappointed if anything the photos don't do it justice. We hope to return soon.
Mrs Powlson June 2017
You can't call Praaloha a cottage. It is so much more than that. A luxurious house with spectacular views. I doubt we'll ever stay anywhere as beautiful as that again. Because we were there in the hottest week in twenty years, we really didn't see much of Cornwall. We had everything we needed right there. Paradise. Xx
Mrs O'brien June 2017
Beutilful house and location
Mrs O'Grady October 2016