Guests say
Guests generally appreciate the Samphire apartment for its cleanliness, stunning views, and convenient location with good public transport links. The modern and spacious interiors are well-received, and the proximity to Carbis Bay and local restaurants adds to the appeal. While parking challenges are noted, the overall experience is positive, with several guests planning return visits.
Reviews consistently mention the apartment being 'perfectly clean', 'tidy', and 'well presented', indicating high standards of cleanliness that contribute positively to the guests' experiences.
The location is praised for its proximity to Carbis Bay, St. Ives, and public transport, making it a convenient base for exploring the area. The scenic views and local amenities are also appreciated, although some guests mention traffic noise.
The apartment is described as comfortable, with a special mention of electric blinds and a balcony. Suggestions for additional furniture indicate room for improvement, but overall, guests find the apartment to be a pleasant place to stay.
Facilities like a dishwasher and electric blinds are positively highlighted, though not initially mentioned in the description. Maintenance issues with parking and electrical sockets are concerns, suggesting some areas need attention.
Guests are pleasantly surprised by the welcome pack, which adds a thoughtful touch to their arrival. However, as gifts are not guaranteed and not all reviews mention them, the score reflects this uncertainty.
About this property
Sitting in the heart of Carbis Bay is this contemporary, first-floor duplex apartment with sea views in Cornwall, Samphire. A great base for touring, the apartment welcomes a family of four to relax on the beach, discover Cornwall's beautiful sights and heritage, and find everything they need for a self-catering stay. The first floor hosts a light and airy, open-plan living space with a pristine kitchen equipped with an electric oven, induction hob, fridge/freezer, and a washer/dryer to freshen up sandy towels ready for tomorrow. Set the dining table for four ready to catch up with your loved ones over dinner, followed by a relaxing seat in the sitting area. The bay window frames lovely sea views all the way to Godrevy Lighthouse; simply enjoy the view or select a film on Netflix. Completing the first floor is a contemporary bathroom with a bath, shower over, and heated towel rail, along with the first of two bedrooms, a beautifully appointed twin with plenty of storage space. Head up to the second floor where you'll find a spacious king-size with storage, Smart TV with Netflix, a balcony to catch the sunrise in the mornings, and an en-suite shower room for extra privacy. When it's time to venture out, Carbis Bay has plenty of shops and eateries to choose from such as La Casita for Spanish delicacies, The Bean Inn for vegetarian and vegan dishes, and the Carbis Bay Hotel Beach Club Restaurant to dine right on the beach. Carbis Bay Beach is a popular spot for watersports, sunbathing in the golden sands, and is idyllically tucked into a cove for plenty of shelter. Head further along the coast to the Bohemian town of St Ives where the Barbara Hepworth Museum, Tate St Ives, and cobbled streets lined with independent shops are sure to please, whilst surfers and swimmers will love the town's sandy beaches, or perhaps you'd prefer a coastal trek along the cliffs? The port town of Hayle is also close by with plenty for the whole family to enjoy, including Paradise Park and JungleBarn Cornwall and Hayle's unspoilt sandy beach, or find more rock pools to explore and waves to surf at Upton Towans Beach. Be sure to wander the coastal path to Godrevy Point, look out for wildlife along the cliffs of Godrevy nature reserve, and see the 19th-century Lighthouse! Further afield, you'll find Marazion, home to the unique St Michael's Mount, and the bustling town of Penzance with plenty to see along its picturesque promenade. Book your next family holiday in Cornwall at Samphire for a memorable escape by the sea.
Just a short drive from iconic St Ives, the seaside village of Carbis Bay is best-known for its beautiful stretch of pure white sand. With turquoise waters and sheltered conditions, the beach feels almost subtropical and is the perfect spot for a good old-fashioned day by the sea. The beach is also home to the Ocean Sports Centre, so if sunbathing is not really your thing, why not hire a kayak or SUP and get out on the water instead. Or why not treat yourself to a Spa day at the delightful hotel which overlooks the beach and has a fabulous terrace where cocktails can be enjoyed in the Cornish sunshine? Carbis Bay has a small range of local shops and restaurants as well as a fish & chip takeaway and railway branch line. The train journey from Carbis Bay into St Ives is perhaps one of the most beautiful in the country; St Ives additionally makes for a great day out, with plenty of galleries to explore. The quayside town of Hayle also isn't far and is home to activities for the all the family, including a golf and a wildlife sanctuary. The Godrevy Nature Reserve and Penwith Heritage Coast are also within easy reach from Carbis Bay, providing outdoors and watersports plans with even more activities to partake in, including coasteering and birdwatching. Carbis Bay is truly a wonderful holiday location for those wanting to experience Cornwall's breathtaking coastline.
Accommodation
Duplex apartment over first and second floors.
Two bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with balcony and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x first-floor twin.
First-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer.
2 x Smart TVs with Netflix, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Designated parking for 1 small car.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.4 miles.
Note: Check in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: This property is on the St Ives Road, traffic noise may be heard.
Not: Access to the property is between the exterior wall and the main building wall; this measures 250cm at the narrowest point
Nearby points of interest
- Porthminster Beach Café
- Anima-Mundi (Formerly Millennium)
- Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden
- Count House Café
- Geevor Tin Mine
- Jackson Foundation
- Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
- Minack Theatre
- Gwynver Beach
- Porthchapel Beach
Reviews (9)
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Nicky
Bright and airy when windows are opened. Made the most of the fabulous sunny weather. Bus stops nearby, good bus service and fairly close to town. Close to supermarket, pubs and restaurants. The beach access is a bit steep but manageable and not alot you can do about that except get your trainers on Liked the doors onto the small balcony, open the doors to get fantastic views across the bay. My friend noted that there could be a mirror close to a socket in the smaller twin bedroom. Apart from that , no grumbles at all. Parking is easy and very handy. But the driveway is at least 2 metres wide. I was able to drive my car backwards up into the space with ease. This would have been very difficult, actually impossible if I had tried to do this with the 250cm width advertised. Needed to be said as this advertised miss measurement could put potential holiday tenants off. I just looked on google earth before booking to make sure I could take a slightly bigger car. Will book again and recommend to friends in the future.
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Stuart
It was modern, spacious, and a wonderful place to come back to after a day of exploring. The parking space was a much-appreciated perk, and after a week, my reversing skills had definitely improved. Thank you!
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Kirsty
You will not be disappointed