Greensleeves

Greensleeves is a four-bedroom apartment in St Ives spread over two floors, sleeping 8 with three bathrooms. The living area sits on the upper floor to make use of the sea views; two of the four bedrooms are en suite. Parking for two cars is included - harder to overstate its value in a town where summer parking is routinely full by 9am. The property prices from GBP729 per night via Luxury Coastal.

The kitchen has a dishwasher and washing machine alongside full cooking facilities. The enclosed courtyard has a BBQ with built-in seating for outdoor meals, and a raised terrace provides the elevated sea view. The layout works for two couples, a family group, or friends sharing.

Porthmeor Beach is 0.6km on foot - the Atlantic-facing surf beach below the Tate St Ives gallery. St Ives Harbour Beach is 0.7km the other way, sheltered and calm. Porthminster Beach, with its cafe above the sand, is 0.9km south.

Best for groups of up to 8 wanting a large St Ives base within walking distance of three beaches, with the unusual advantage of off-street parking. Less good for budget travellers - at this price point it is a premium property in a premium location.