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Porth House is nestled on Hain Walk a few minutes' walk away from the scenic coastal path which runs between St Ives and Carbis Bay. The property offers incredible 180 degree views of St Ives Bay, Carbis Bay beach, towards Godrevy Lighthouse and beyond, all of which you can enjoy whilst relaxing on the balcony, or on one of the two large outside terrace areas. You are within an easy 15 minute walk of St Ives and Carbis Bay and their two sandy Blue Flag beaches, Porthminster and Carbis Bay beach.
Should you wish to venture out for the day, the private parking space enables you to hop in your car and explore all that Cornwall has to offer. Whether you wish to stay local and leave the car at home, or explore the sights of West Cornwall all in all Porth House is a great base for your family holiday!
external steps lead up to the property with landscaped gardens and a paved terrace area with seating. Entrance hall with stairs to first floor living area and doors to:
double bed, splendid sea views.
twin beds, TV.
double bed, window over rear garden.
bath with shower over, WC, basin.
walk-in shower, WC, basin.
comfortable seating, TV/DVD, dining table and six chairs. Doors to terraced balcony with outdoor furniture and superb views.
electric oven and hob, washing machine, dishwasher, large fridge/freezer.
due to a number of steps up to the property, it may not be suitable to those with limited mobility, parking for one car, reverse level accommodation, garden/patio with outdoor furniture, travel cot, high chair and stair gate provided, BBQ, gas central heating, WiFi, short breaks available.
Lovely property with great views and a lovely 15 minute walk into St. Ives. Clean, welcoming and parking for 2 cars is always welcome on a trip to St. Ives.
Mr Forsyth October 2020
We had a great week at Porth House - the view is outstanding and watching the little train go by is very quaint. The walk down to St Ives is very easy although the walk back up is more challenging. Porth House is in a very peaceful location.
Mrs Cousins August 2020
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We have many apartments overlooking the bay, many of which have parking. However, with the branch line train and bus stations just a couple of minutes’ walk away, Porthminster could be the ideal location for your self-catering holiday, whatever mode of transport you choose to arrive by.
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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.
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Growing in size and popularity, the St Ives Food Festival features top chefs, quality Cornish goods, sandcastle competitions for children and food demonstrations.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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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Lovely property with great views and a lovely 15 minute walk into St. Ives. Clean, welcoming and parking for 2 cars is always welcome on a trip to St. Ives.
Mr Forsyth Oct 2020
We had a great week at Porth House - the view is outstanding and watching the little train go by is very quaint. The walk down to St Ives is very easy although the walk back up is more challenging. Porth House is in a very peaceful location.
Mrs Cousins Sep 2020
Great, quiet location - away from the bustle, but still within easy 10-15 mins walking distance of St Ives. Also very handy for Carbis Bay beach (15 mins walk). Balcony has great views over St Ives Bay, frequent dolphin pod sightings. The front patio area is great for barbecues. The rear elevated decking platform also gives good views over the bay. Really enjoyed our 2 week stay at Porth House.
Mr Elwin Aug 2020
Porth House is spacious, comfortable and contemporary. Best of all though is it’s wonderful location. We loved the various outside seating areas with fantastic coastal views. We appreciated being slightly away from the crowds in St Ives and yet Porth House is only a scenic 5-10 minute stroll to the beautiful Porthminster beach. We felt very lucky to get our last minute reservation.
Mrs Bright Aug 2020
Great company to deal with. Friendly, patient and happy.
Mr Heaton Jul 2020
We had a lovely week in St Ives in a house with stunning views, comfortable furnishings and tasteful decor. Slightly steep walk into town/beach but this made it nice and quiet for enjoying the balcony and watching the wildlife in peace. Would recommend St Ives and Porth House to anyone who doesn;t mind climbing a few steps.
Mrs Barnsley Jul 2020
The house is beautiful. The views, amazing. Having the living area upstairs really makes the most of the amazing view. It is really spacious and yet cosy and comfortable. The steps up to the house were only an issue on arrival, carrying suitcases up, but other than that, not a problem. The beach is lovely and around a 10 minute walk. Having a parking space and also a garage is a real benefit. The perfect place to store body boards, wet suits etc. Collection of keys is really easy, the office is a short drive from the house with plenty of parking. We would definitely recommend.
Mr Dingley Aug 2019
Porth House is a beautifully decorated house in a fantastic secluded location! The views from the living area and glass balcony are fabulous. If you like walking, the coastal path gives convenient access to St Ives and Carbis Bay so you can enjoy a holiday without needing to drive anywhere! We had a thoroughly enjoyable week at Porth House.
Mrs Davies Aug 2019
Excellent accommodation. Better than we hoped for. Views to die for.
Mrs Chambers Jul 2019
Porth House is a spacious property with stunning views regardless of the weather. Ideal, quiet location (the trains are no problem at all) within easy reach of St Ives and Carbis Bay. Read on the terrace or walk the South West Coast Path: Porth House is the perfect base whether you want activities or simply the space to relax and unwind.
Mrs Taylor Jun 2019
Fabulous!
Mrs Sewell Apr 2019
Location was perfect. The balcony a great asset to enjoy the great views. Having the garage parking space is another big bonus and one of the reasons I’d consider booking Porth House again. Although there are quite a few steps from the access road up to the property, this was only a small issue when we arrived in terms of carrying our luggage up to the house. The access road is very quiet and it wouldn’t be a problem to leave the car at the base of the steps to unload the cases etc. For the rest of our stay we didn’t really notice them. The lounge and kitchen area is spacious and bright and the bedrooms are comfortable and clean. Having two bathroom/toilets was a very useful addition. I’d be happy to book Porth House again.
Mr Bull Jan 2019
porth house is a very nice house, it has everything you need for a holiday, the views from the balcony are excellent. very comfortable seating in the lounge and a large tv. beds are a little small for someone that is 6ft like myself. all in all a very nice stay. please be aware that when we stayed at christmas it was very quiet, they are building a new house or flats very close by, so being in the building game i think the next 4 or 5 month's will be a little noisy when sitting on the balcony.
Mr Alexander Jan 2019
Reply from Aspects Holidays
Thank you for your very helpful comments; we would always rather make any guests aware of building works that could impact upon guests experience at a property, so now having this information, we will be keeping a very close eye on this. Having looked into what we can at this stage, it is new properties being built just down the road from Porth House, and though it is not visible from Porth House and the builders do not envisage any disruption, we will continue to go over and inspect this, to monitor for noise that can be heard from the property and if we have any indication that it could cause disruption, we will contact any guests that may be affected. Thank you again for making us aware, and glad to hear about how much you liked this property. Tanya, Customer Services
Porth House exceeded all expectations! Amazing views across the bay which constantly changed colour according to the weather, the clouds and the time of day. We felt like the Railway Children frantically waving from the balcony to the GWR train trundling past. From the balcony we spotted fishing boats early in the morning reeling in their nets and then heading off to the harbour. At night the lights of Carbis Bay twinkled in the distance making the whole experience magical. Our short stay, even in November, was truely breathtaking. We would highly recommend this property to everyone.
Mrs Harris Nov 2018
The balcony at Porth House provides the perfect spot for watching the sunrise and counting the stars...even spotting the occasional dolphin if you are lucky.
Mrs Field Sep 2018
Stunning views from lounge/balcony. Beautifully presented and well equipped 3 bedroomed, two bath/shower roomed property. Three outdoor eating places. 10-15 minutes walk to fabulous beaches. Quiet location with just the local train rattling by from time to time. Opportunity to burn off those cream tea calories with a step aerobic session to your front door. The climb gets easier through the week but it's best to avoid carrying heavy items.
Mrs Ashman Sep 2018
Porth House makes you feel like a millionaire, the views are spectacular, the house is very comfortable and well furnished. The garage parking is a bonus and the use of beach equipment was a welcome find. St ives and the beach is accessible on foot, but be warned the hills are very steep. There are 40 steps up to the property, so only suitable for able bodied people.
Ms Appi Jul 2018
Reply from Aspects Holidays
Thank you for your comments; we are delighted to read how much you enjoyed this property and those beautiful views. To get those great views, there are a number of steps to negotiate, which we agree may not be suitable for those with limited mobility, so whilst we do not include the number of steps on the website, we advise that there are several, and that it may not suit those with limited mobility. We hope that it didn't cause any issue for you and the rest of your party, and if this is something that is an important consideration if returning to the area, please do not hesitate to get in contact so that we can help advise you before booking. We hope to see you back again soon. Tanya, Customer Services
Fantastic spacious, clean and modern property. Amazing view, well worth the climb from Porthminster
Mrs Haywood Jun 2018
Fantastic views over to Gwithian and Godrevy and even had dolphins leading paddleboarders out to sea,Fabulous!
Mrs Bennett Oct 2017
Is better than its photos - wonderful location with amazing views. Plenty of room for everyone to have a quiet space or all get together. Loved it
Mrs Hinkins Sep 2017
A fantastic week in St Ives helped by some good weather! Lovely accommodation in a lovely location, couldn't have been better.
Mrs Walker Sep 2017
Beautiful balcony views over Carbis Bay. Lots of outside sitting areas to enjoy the views.
Mr Dickens Aug 2017
Fantastic sea views.
Mrs Clark Jul 2017
Lovely location . Parking , spacious , peaceful , lovely balcony to relax have meals and drinks , sunbathe while taking in the beautiful views over sea . Delightful
Mr Allen Oct 2016
This is a spacious property which offers the best of both in terms of access to St Ives and coastal walks. The views are stunning. Breakfast on the balcony is a real highlight.
Ms Taylor Aug 2015
Lovely property - clean quiet - good value
Mr Gilham Aug 2015
A well equipped, modern house with great sea views. We enjoyed the stay.
Mr Main Jul 2015
We had a wonderful few days at Porth House. Incredible views and a beautiful and spotlessly clean house.
Mr Richardson Apr 2015
Porth House offers everything it says "on the tin". Fantastic view, easy walking access to St.Ives (only a slight little climb). Well equipped and a very comfortable home - definitely would like to return to Porth House
Mrs Bynion Oct 2014
Very nice house with wonderful views, the owners seem to have thought of everything.
Ms McNamara Oct 2014