A Guide to St Ives Beaches: Part 1
When staying in our beautiful self-catering apartments you are absolutely spoilt for choice with some of the most breathtaking beaches in the country. There’s something for everyone, with surfing coves, dog walking spots, and family friendly beaches safe for children. Why not make the most of your holiday by taking in the best beaches we have to offer? Here’s part one of our guide to the St Ives beaches.
Just a stones throw away from The Sail Lofts you will find Porthmeor, one of Cornwall’s most beautiful beaches. This Atlantic facing beach is a surfers paradise. It’s not particularly sheltered on a windy day, so make use of the Sail Loft’s wind breaks. It has all the facilities you could need with the Porthmeor Beach Café serving beautiful food to eat in or takeaway. If you’re interested in dabbling in some water sports Porthmeor also boasts the St Ives Surf School which offers lessons, board hire, kayaking, and coasteering.
Awards: Blue Flag & Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence.
Lifeguard Service: Cover during weekends in April, daily from 5th May to 30th September and weekends in October.
Parking: No Designated Parking.
Dogs: Seasonal ban from Easter to the 1st October.
Toilets: Yes.
Porthminster
Only a 15 minute walk from our holiday cottages this sheltered, family friendly beach has easy access with great facilities. The award winning seafood restaurant, The Porthminster Café, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as having a takeaway service right on the beach, perfect if you forgot to pack a picnic!
Awards: Blue Flag & Trip Advisor Travellers Choice.
Lifeguard Service: Daily from 19 May to 30 September.
Parking: Parking close to the beach (Warning: it fills up quick)
Dogs: Seasonal ban from Easter to the 1st October.
Toilets: Yes.
Porthgwidden
This small, hidden beach is a real Cornish gem. Lying in the nook of the Island this beach is just a few minutes away from our luxury apartments. It’s extremely sheltered, great for kids and has plenty of facilities including beach huts that are available to rent from the council. The wonderful Porthgwidden Café also overlooks the beach with a kiosk for coffee and snacks.
Awards: Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence.
Lifeguard Service: No Lifeguard Cover.
Parking: Parking in the Island car park. (Warning: it fills up quick)
Dogs: Seasonal ban from Easter to the 1st October.
Toilets: Yes.
Beach towels and windbreaks are provided in every apartment and buckets and spades are available from our wet room. If you need directions to any beaches don’t be afraid to ask, we’re here to help. Stay tuned till next week for part two of our St Ives beach guide.
