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Its elevated position over St Ives ensures spectacular sea and harbour views are available from this lovely penthouse apartment. Attractive communal gardens and two parking spaces make it ideal for couples and families alike. Hours can be lost just looking down on St Ives and the north Cornish coastline at the ever-changing scenery. A wonderful position to just relax in and ideally placed to explore West Cornwall.
accessed from the seaward side of the building via communal front door into hallway with stairs to second floor and door into the apartment. Hallway with doors to:
two leather sofas, TV/DVD, dining table and chairs, patio doors to balconies overlooking St Ives harbour.
electric oven and hob, fridge with small ice box, views over the town, harbour and Godrevy Lighthouse.
double bed, basin, TV, sofa, sea views.
twin beds.
bath with shower over, WC, basin.
parking for two cars, night storage heaters, communal laundry facilities, communal gardens, Z-bed available (for flexible sleeping arrangements), WiFi, short breaks available.
Smeaton's View is probably in one of the best places in St Ives to get a view, you can see into the harbour and right across the bay. After a busy day in town the balcony is the perfect place to sit with a drink, unwind and watch the world go by.
Mrs Baker September 2020
Smeaton’s View provides amazing family accommodation and the best views of St. Ives that we have seen. We loved our stay and will definitely book again.
Mr Anson 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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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.
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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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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.
Smeaton's View is probably in one of the best places in St Ives to get a view, you can see into the harbour and right across the bay. After a busy day in town the balcony is the perfect place to sit with a drink, unwind and watch the world go by.
Mrs Baker 4 hours ago
Smeaton’s View provides amazing family accommodation and the best views of St. Ives that we have seen. We loved our stay and will definitely book again.
Mr Anson 0 month ago
A great place for a stay in St Ives - especially as it had two parking spaces. Very convenient for the town centre and we had some wonderful panoramic views as we sat on the wicker chairs on the balcony! We were a 15 minute walk away from the Tate on one side and Porthminster Beach on the other. The steep stairs back were manageable by our mixed aged party although we did discover a slightly longer and more gradual ascent which we used more frequently. The beds were very comfortable. You certainly need to heed the 'Mind Your Head' sign as the eaves could take you unawares. Would definitely book again.
Ms Tipping 1 month ago
Beautiful views from main bedroom, kitchen and sitting room. Very therapeutic to sit on the sofa and watch the sea. And a pleasure to look out the kitchen window while washing up!
Mrs Medcalf Feb 2020
Lovely stay over christmas here. Lovely location. Amazing views. Facilities provided were fantastic. Needed a better clean before arrival. That did let it down as the cleaner had not cleaned the sinks or bathroom properly. I cleaned it all myself to get previous peoples hairs up.
Mrs O'neill Dec 2019
Reply from Aspects Holidays
We are very sorry if the standard of cleanliness was not to the usual high level that you would have expected from the properties that we market; we can only apologise if any areas had been missed. Having now received this feedback, we will follow up on this with the cleaner, so thank you for your comments. It's great to hear that you had a lovely Christmas break and enjoyed all of the facilities on offer there. Tanya, Customer Services
Smeaton's View is becoming a second home to us.Don't believe there is a nicer property in the whole of St Ives!
Mrs Wickens Nov 2019
Another great holiday at Smeaton's View, breath taking views, a great place to sit and watch the world go by and the tide come in and out.
Mrs Baker Sep 2019
We had a brilliant two week stay at Smeaton’s View, it is a lovely light and airy apartment with the best view of the bay. Ample parking and plenty of room for everyone. The children loved having the garden to play in whilst we relaxed on the balcony. We walked down into town in a couple of minutes using the steps, although we soon found a quicker and less vertical route!
Mr Shaw Aug 2019
Just had a wonderful week at Smeatons view, spectacular views, made all the steps into the town worth while. Very clean and tidy, would recommend it and would be happy to stay there again next time we are in St Ives.
Mrs Gregory May 2019
A beautifully decorated property with a stunning location. It was difficult to tear ourselves away from the balconies and the views but when we did it was really cosy and welcoming. We hope to return again in warmer weather!
Mrs Wickens May 2019
We had the most fantastic week in Smeaton's View - so good that by Thursday we had been and booked for next year! The views are wonderful, and if you don't want to go anywhere - just sit and look at the view!
Ms Ellington Oct 2018
we didn't need the television with views like that. Rain or shine stupendous sunrises and sunsets what more could we ask for.
Mrs Illingworth Sep 2018
Very nice property with fantastic views of st ives
Mr May Sep 2018
Superb views from this property , spacious and relaxing even for a family of 5 !
Mrs Galbraith Aug 2018
Smeatons view is a beautiful holiday apartment. The views are amazing from all rooms in the property. The property is well equipped and has everything you need for a break away. I have stayed in other property's in st ives and nothing compares to smeatons view. I have stayed there 4 times now and would defiantly like to stay there again in the future. I would certainly recommended this property to family and friends it's wonderful. I should also mention that this property is only a short walk from some great shops, bars and restaurants.
Ms Duke Mar 2018
Amazing views on a clear day of all angles of St Ives.
Mrs Baker Sep 2017
Fantastic views and comfortable flat with two long convenient flights of steps to get you down into the town, in 5 minutes, which are a decreasing challenge as your fitness improves on the way home!
Mr & Mrs Pickering Jul 2017
We enjoyed our short break at Smeatons View. Location was superb for us. Weather was kind and the views were amazing. Would definitely book again.
Mrs Brain Jul 2017
Lovely clean property with stunning views!
Mrs Fraser Oct 2016
It is hard to beat the views from the apartment.
Mrs Baker Sep 2016
Beautiful views
Mrs Tunnicliffe Aug 2016
Smeatons view is an amazing place to stay. My first stay was 3 years ago and I have returned once a year since. The views from the property are out of this world. The property is very clean and well equipped with things you may need on your holiday. The town centre is also very close to smeatons view roughly 10 minutes walk. There are plenty of places to eat and drink in the town centre. Over all my stay at smeatons view has been great and no doubt I will be returning there next year.
Ms Duke Mar 2016
The views are amazing, you are away from all the crowds in the town and the walk back up keeps you fit!
Mrs Baker Sep 2015
We love our stays at Smeaton's View.
Mrs Young Apr 2015