10 An Garth

Single-level apartment in Hayle, within the town's World Heritage-designated industrial townscape, with lift access from the second floor. One bedroom with a super king-size bed sleeps 2. A Juliet balcony provides light and air without a private outdoor terrace or garden. The long sandy beach of Hayle Towans - part of the wider St Ives Bay shoreline extending from Godrevy Lighthouse in the east to St Ives Head in the west - is 150m from the building's entrance. The apartment is rated 4.5/5 from 12 reviews on HolidayCottages, with category scores of 4/5 across cleanliness, equipment, comfort and location.

Porthkidney Beach is 1.2km along the bay towards St Ives. St Ives itself - with Tate St Ives on the cliff above Porthmeor beach, the Leach Pottery, and Barbara Hepworth's studio now open as a museum - is 5 miles by road. Carbis Bay, a more sheltered option with calmer water than the open Atlantic-facing Hayle Towans, is 3.2km. In the opposite direction, Gwithian Towans has a reliable surf break and a dune system backing the beach. Penzance, with the Jubilee Pool saltwater lido, is around 12 miles. Private parking in a communal car park is included, along with wifi. Dogs are welcome.

Suits couples who want a compact, well-reviewed base within 5 miles of St Ives without paying town-centre prices. Ideal for those planning to explore West Penwith by car - Sennen, Land's End and the Minack Theatre are all reachable in under 40 minutes. Less good for guests who need a garden or outdoor terrace - there is none beyond the Juliet balcony, and the beach is the main outdoor option.