Sea Glass

Sea Glass is a 2-bedroom apartment at Carbis Bay, positioned on the clifftop with direct access down to the beach below. The apartment sleeps 4 across 2 bathrooms and holds a 5-star rating from 61 verified reviews on Sykes. A sea-facing terrace gives open views across St Ives Bay - the kind of outlook that's rare at this price point on the west Cornwall coast.

Inside, the apartment has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and includes a dishwasher, parking, and wifi. The layout is practical for two couples or a family of four, and the private garden adds outdoor space beyond the terrace.

Carbis Bay beach - a 500-metre arc of pale north-facing sand with Blue Flag status - is directly below the cottage. St Ives is 2km along the South West Coast Path, or one stop on the St Ives Bay branch line from Carbis Bay halt. Porthminster Beach, with its cafe and calmer water, is 2km in the same direction. The Carbis Bay Hotel spa is a short walk along the headland. Changeover is Saturday.

Best for couples or small families who want a well-reviewed clifftop base with straightforward beach access and St Ives within walking distance. Less good for those wanting a dog-friendly property - dogs are not accepted here.