Sea Salt Curls

Even though this home is only five minutes' walk from the golden sands of Cardis Bay, there's a heated swimming pool so you can take a dip without having to leave the address. Running alongside, there are loungers for catching some rays as well as a small outhouse with room for storing surfboards and beach equipment, plus a shower for washing off sand and sea salt from your skin. When the sun begins its final descent, head over to the verandah — a recent extension to the 1930s house — where a large alfresco table, barbecue and outdoor heating will see you through long summer evenings. You might have noticed that we're full of lovely words and we've not even touched upon what's inside the home yet. Rest assured, it's just as impressive as what lies outside. The original large rooms and bay windows add a sense of airy brightness, but a recent renovation has brought a contemporary interior with an especially modern kitchen. As well as the nearby seaside, the South West Coast Path lies four minutes on foot from the front door and Tate St Ives is eleven minutes away in the car.

Home truths:
*Parking for three cars is provided on the gravel drive to the front of the property, but additional parking can be found in Porthrepta Long Stay Car Park which is just a minute's walk from the house
*The pool is available all year round although it's not heated to the full temperature between October and April
*All bedrooms are located on the first floor so it might not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility
*There's no desk but there's a laptop-friendly workspace on the dining table