Flat 2 Seabirds House has the Best Possible Sea Views In St Ives

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 217 sq m

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St Ives, England

Porthmeor Beach
‪2 min walk‬
St Ives Harbour
‪4 min walk‬
Porthminster Beach
‪7 min walk‬
Penzance (PZE-Penzance Heliport)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

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About this property

Seabirds House is a large Edwardian sea-captain's house with a very commanding position overlooking St Ives and the sea in all directions.
Flat 2 is on the first floor at the front of the house and the views are superb - it’s almost unique in St Ives to be able to see both the crashing waves on the Porthmeor surf beach, and the sheltered harbour beach. It's a studio flat with a bed that drops down from the wall in the sitting room - and can be pushed up, complete with the bedding, during the day. There's a separate kitchen (also with a sea view) and a good size bathroom with bath and shower.

Godrevy Terrace is quiet with very little passing traffic - you'll only hear the wind, the seagulls and the sea itself. Yet it's 2 or 3 minutes down the hill to the lively heart of this bustling little holiday town, and equally quick to get to the 3 main beaches. It takes a little longer to walk back up the very steep hill - and Seabirds is not be suitable for anyone with mobility problems. The flat is bright and modern, comfortable and convenient with everything you need for a holiday, but we don't claim to provide "luxury" accommodation and we don't have dishwashers or very posh kitchens so our prices are reasonable.

We also have a two bedroom flat, Flat 4 Seabirds House, which is on a separate listing - 8145290.
And a small separate one bed flat 100 yards away - our Barnoon Flat - listing 8151990. This flat also has a lovely sea view, over gardens to the harbour.

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Mary Brown

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English, French

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 9:30 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking is not permitted

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

St Ives

Located in St Ives, this apartment is near the beach. St Ives Harbour and West Cornwall Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Michael's Mount and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. St Ives Museum and Paradise Park and JungleBarn are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.

St Ives, England

What's nearby

Porthmeor Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Tate St. Ives - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
St Ives Harbour - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Porthminster Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Carbis Bay Beach - 14 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

St Ives Station - 10 min walk
Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Sloop Inn - ‬3 min walk
‪The Rum & Crab Shack - ‬3 min walk
‪Hub - ‬3 min walk
‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬3 min walk
‪Balcony Bar & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Flat 2 Seabirds House has the Best Possible Sea Views In St Ives pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Flat 2 Seabirds House has the Best Possible Sea Views In St Ives?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Flat 2 Seabirds House has the Best Possible Sea Views In St Ives?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Flat 2 Seabirds House has the Best Possible Sea Views In St Ives located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Porthmeor Beach and St Ives Harbour. Barbara Hepworth Museum and Tate St. Ives are just steps away. St Ives Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Keith T.

28 March 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Treat

"Best view in St Ives" is no exaggeration. Unbelievable. You can also see the sea when lying in bed. Lovely kitchen and bathroom. Great shower with fab pressure. Easy check in and out. Close to everything in the town. Great communication and information provided by hostess. Cant wait to stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark F.

28 August 2021

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

Great value fantastic views

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

allan m.

15 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Experience of flat 2, 1 Godrevy Terrace

Flat was generally as expected. However it was not well stocked with glasses e.g wine glasses (2) were extremely small. No glasses if you wished a gin and tonic and cutlery was in short supply. Could have had more plates etc. Access to keys via safety box not easy to open.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Andrew C.

2 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really lovely apartment every we needed. Very Comfortable bed

The apartment view was spectacular. Our first time in St Ives we felt so lucky to have the best view. The only criticism was the blinds they were difficult to open and close and the beautiful sunlight woke us most mornings. We are both shift workers so had hoped to sleep in after 06.00 ! Would love to come back again. Thank you

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Michael C.

25 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best view in St Ives

Had a great stay at the property, wonderful view over St Ives and its beaches, just a few minutes walk downhill and you reach the harbour. Would defiantly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

22 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seabirds house flat 2

Excellent location. Beautiful view. Would love to come again. Need to be fit to handle the steps into town. Very comfortable bed.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

22 October 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seabirds Flat 2

We enjoyed a fabulous week in Seabirds flat 2, the accommodation is well equipped, clean and comfortable and has been mentioned before, must have the best views in St Ives! The owner Mary, is quick to reply with any queries you may have and sends out excellent accommodation information prior to your stay, including the best directions to find the accommodation. Thank you

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Deborah Longley

30 August 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view

This studio apartment is in a great location, close to all the shops and restaurants. There is a long stay car park just behind the property, but I would recommend using the car park provided at the home. The council car park is very busy. The property was clean and very basic, with a pull down bed in the living room. The bed was comfy enough. The area is very hilly so you need to be quite fit to walk up and down the hills . The views from the property are amazing, I could sit at the window all day looking out to sea, listening to the waves. I would definitely choose to stay here again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

31 October 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A good flat

A delightful flat with mesmeric views over St Ives.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maureen James

9 October 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

October birthday retreat

Absolutely loved our stay in Flat 2. I totally agree that it probably has the best views in St Ives. The flat was clean, well equipped and very comfortable . The position was excellent, just five minutes walk from the beaches and great restaurants but far enough away to be quiet and peaceful . The only noise we could hear was the wonderful sound of the waves crashing onto the beach below. Mary responded very quickly to all my questions and the information provided was accurate and useful. My husband and I had a memorable three night break here and can not wait to visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

28 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderfully positioned studio flat with stunning views

This is a perfect base from which to enjoy the sights and sounds of the seaside and to explore St Ives and the surrounding area. The flat is well-appointed and comfortable with plenty of hot water. Most memorable of all are the views in all directions as you eat or relax. We returned feeling truly refreshed and hope to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 April 2019

It was tidy and clean with a fantastic view of St Ives

It was a short 3 night stay in a convenient location approximately 5 minutes from the quay at St Ives. There was a council car park just a 100 yards away, reasonably priced. The flat was clean and tidy on our arrival and the bed was comfortable. We had no occasion to use the cooking facilities as we frequented the local restaurants of which there were many. Some restaurants were undergoing renovation before the seasons really starts but there was still plenty to choose from. Overall a very enjoyable stay with a fantastic view.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Janet L.

26 February 2019

Fantastic views of St Ives. Comfortable flat for 2. Very steep climb up from seafront!

Fantastic views of St Ives from flat 2, worth the steep climb up from the seafront! Comfortable flat for 2. Would recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anne W.

14 November 2017

The best views in St Ives

The property was clean and simply furnished with everything we needed provided. We were a little puzzled initially by the fold-up bed which was neatly incorporated in the storage unit! However once we had found it, we discovered it was quite comfortable and we loved sitting up in it in the morning watching the sun come up over the bay. The views from the large bay window were fantastic which was the main reason why we selected the property in the first place.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

paul s.

22 October 2017

fantastic

Great room very comfy the views are amazing will definitely be back

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

26 June 2017

Perfect for us!

Fabulous view, short walk to harbor; the apartment tidy, the bed comfy and THE VIEW!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sue c.

1 June 2017

Stunning view!

The flat was clean and comfy, everything as described. The view of St Ives was amazing! Very handy for all the art, beaches and restaurants. We had a wonderful break, thankyou- we will be back!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher E.

7 March 2017

An amazing little place

This apt (apt2)has everything you need for a relaxing holiday in St Ives. The views are breathtaking, probably the best in StIves as you can see from Porthmeor right around to the harbour, and beyond to Porthminster. Although compact, it feels surprisingly spacious, because of the huge bay window. Not suitable if you don't like hills!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mark T.

31 January 2017

Great view for two

Wonderful views of the sea. Enjoyed being here in the winter. 5 minutes walk to the harbour.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

miller a.

30 September 2016

surprisingly spacious with fab views

love staying in flat 2 seabirds and enjoying the amazing views - more time to gaze at st ives even when resting after walks can still enjoy the wonderful views . watching the sunsets and sunrises in bed is such a treat. This is our third stay here - it is a great location just a few minutes from town yet very quiet. surf beach also easy to get to from the flat which my other half appreciated.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rachael S.

20 August 2016

Clean, compact apartment with amazing views of the sea!!

Clean, compact apartment right in the heart of St Ives! It's in the perfect location for exploring all the fabulous beaches, shops and restaurants that St Ives has to offer...it is situated at the top of a hill, so those with mobility problems may struggle...but the climb up there is worth it as the panoramic views of the harbour and the sea from the living area are amazing!! We had a great week away and would definitely return for future holidays :-)

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

12 June 2016

Lovely flat, great views

I stayed in flat 2 for 3 nights. It was absolutely lovely, really great stunning views of both the beach and the harbour. Very good location, within 2/3 min walk of the shops in the village, and a 2 min walk to the beach. I'd definitely stay here again and would recommend it to everyone.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karren W., London

11 June 2016

Had everything we needed- short walk down to town with steps up of course but wonderful stay.

A fantastic roomy studio with incredible views.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

25 January 2015

Best view in St ives

Have stayed in seabirds flats many times now and you can't beat the views. St Ives is a beautiful quaint Cornish harbour town with lots to do We had an amazing stay here and our flat was clean, well equipped and managed perfectly - 5 stars!! We even got engaged!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

miller a.

1 November 2014

our stay in flat 2 seabirds house

we have just come back from our week at seabirds. we chose flat 2 for its sea views and it did not disappoint - they are totally stunning. you can see two beaches and the town spread out in front of you. It was great for steve as he could check out the surfing conditions before even leaving the flat! as a bit of an artist I would also say this flat is perfect to do some sketching from the window (great if the weather isn't favourable for sitting outside for too long. the location is minutes from town and its variety of galleries, restaurants and cafes. gluten free is well catered for with cream teas, ice cream cones and pasties all available gluten free. the flat is very well designed with a storage wall that conceals bed and pull out table tops - this is so clever as it makes this studio flat feels very spacious and not at all like we expected for two person accommodation. we booked the garage and although a bit tight squeeze is fine for a small car - it was well worth having as parking is a challenge if you don't have a dedicated space. we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and have already booked for next year ann and steve

About the host

Hosted by Mary Brown

Hello! We are Mary and Henry Brown, the owners.
We live in London and have a wonderful team of people in St Ives who help us to take care of Barnoon and Seabirds House. Henry looks after any issues with the building, and I manage the bookings. I really enjoy the contact with our guests - many regulars feel like friends even when all the contact has been by email.
Apart from St Ives and family, our main interest is sailing - in a dinghy on the Thames and a bigger boat on the sea.

Why they chose this property

In 1998 we bought a little flat in Barnoon Terrace, having fallen in love with St Ives, and the view. We let it as well as using it ourselves from the start.
Then we saw another property just up the hill which was in a very sorry state indeed. We bought it and had the inside completely rebuilt, turning the original 7 flatlets into the 5 lovely flats of Seabirds House, taking full advantage of the position. We have now passed flats 1,3 and 5 on to new owners, who will be continuing to let them out for holidays. I can put you in touch , if you are looking to return to one of these flats.
The position of both Seabirds House and the Barnoon Flat is great - less than 5 minutes down to Porthmeor beach or the harbour, or the shops and restaurants of the pretty little town. St Ives is lively all year round.

What makes this property unique

The superb view. Easy access (but steep) to town, beaches, everything.

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