Samphire

4.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

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Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

9 Customer Review(s)

Nicky
September 2024

“Really comfortable, modern and well appointed flat.”

Bright and airy when windows are opened. Made the most of the fabulous sunny weather. Bus stops nearby, good bus service and fairly close to town. Close to supermarket, pubs and restaurants. The beach access is a bit steep but manageable and not alot you can do about that except get your trainers on Liked the doors onto the small balcony, open the doors to get fantastic views across the bay. My friend noted that there could be a mirror close to a socket in the smaller twin bedroom. Apart from ...

Bright and airy when windows are opened. Made the most of the fabulous sunny weather. Bus stops nearby, good bus service and fairly close to town. Close to supermarket, pubs and restaurants. The beach access is a bit steep but manageable and not alot you can do about that except get your trainers on Liked the doors onto the small balcony, open the doors to get fantastic views across the bay. My friend noted that there could be a mirror close to a socket in the smaller twin bedroom. Apart from that , no grumbles at all. Parking is easy and very handy. But the driveway is at least 2 metres wide. I was able to drive my car backwards up into the space with ease. This would have been very difficult, actually impossible if I had tried to do this with the 250cm width advertised. Needed to be said as this advertised miss measurement could put potential holiday tenants off. I just looked on google earth before booking to make sure I could take a slightly bigger car. Will book again and recommend to friends in the future.

- Nicky, September 2024

Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback after your stay. We are pleased to see that you had a good holiday with us. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the near future, Kind regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Kirsty August 2024

“Amazing stay we enjoyed our time in this apartment and will be booking again for next year with out a doubt .”

You will not be disappointed

- Kirsty, August 2024

Thank you for your feedback we are please to see that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the near future. Kind regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Stuart August 2024

“Our family of four stayed for a week, and the flat was exactly as advertised.”

It was modern, spacious, and a wonderful place to come back to after a day of exploring. The parking space was a much-appreciated perk, and after a week, my reversing skills had definitely improved. Thank you!

- Stuart, August 2024

Thank you for your feedback, we are pleased to see that you have a wonderful stay. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the near future. Kindest regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Neil July 2024

“Good apartment good value walking distance to beach etc parking to rear can be "tight" for any SUV drivers though”

- Neil, July 2024

Thank you for your feedback we are glad to see that you enjoyed your stay. Hoping you will book with us again in the future. Kind Regards the team at Carbis Bay Holidays. Property Owner
Sarah June 2024

“Very clean and tidy.”

So spacious and well presented. Added extras made it feel special. Surprised at how much room there is. The views and the bedroom balcony are just stunning. We forgot to leave a note but the plug sockets in the cubord where the microwave is didnt work. At first we thought the microwave was faulty but it worked fine on another plug socket. Also the back parking area is just awful. Filled with pallets and junk. We trief to move broken benches and wooden pallets to create a turning circle for the car which was still near on impossible. We resorted to reversing the car from a very busy road up a tight alley way as all the junk made it impossible to turn. If you wasn’t confident to do this I’m not sure where u would park. With a bit of a tidy up and a trip To the tip they could make this area much more parking friendly

- Sarah, June 2024

Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback, we are glad to see that you enjoyed your stay. We shall look into the points you have raised for future improvements. Kind regards, Carbis Bay holidays Team. Property Owner
Leslene May 2024

“Comfortable apartment in a convenient position for public transport and good restaurants.”

We loved our week in Carbis Bay, there was so much do locally. From having a walk to St Ives, a meal at The Bean Inn or taking the Lands End Coaster bus to scenic places. It was a pleasure to return to Samphire apartment after a long day out. Our small car fitted into the parking spot and had room to turn the car around. The only things lacking was a good wine bottle opener and place mats for the table. We were a bit confused about the recycling bins, which bin was for glass, so perhaps this could be made clearer. Would we return to Samphire ? We've already booked to return next year.

- Leslene, May 2024

We are pleased that you you found the apartment to be Comfortable and that you loved your stay. We hope to see you again in the near future. Warm regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
Jennifer April 2024

“We had a lovely time here.”

The apartment was perfectly clean and the views are beautiful. We had a small problem with the lights and the team were excellent in getting this sorted for us. The parking out the back is fine, yes you can’t turn around but we just reversed up - problem solved! We didn’t actually use our car all week as there is plenty of public transport right on the doorstep. Hoping to return in the near future as we love the area and this apartment is perfect for our family.

- Jennifer, April 2024

Thanks for your feedback we are glad you had a lovely time. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the near future. Kindest Regards, Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner
James September 2023

“The property mentioned car parking at the rear with limited access.”

I measured my car and found it was fine to go into the area described however I expected enough room to facilitate a U turn as I’d checked on Google Earth. I did not expect to be confronted with 5 x wheelie bins, an industrial wheelie bin, old pallets, old garden furniture, discarded junk, tv, old smoothing iron, etc. It made turning impossible and reversing out was, to say the least, challenging. I resorted to on street parking where I could find a space. I’m afraid this impacted upon my entire holiday experience. This property is extremely well equipped but the back yard is atrocious.

- James, September 2023

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your recent stay at our property. We genuinely appreciate your input as it helps us understand our guests' experiences and make necessary improvements. We are sincerely sorry to hear about the challenges you faced with the rear parking area and the condition of the backyard. Your feedback highlights areas where we need to focus our attention to ensure a more positive experience for future guests. Regarding the issue with limited space and obstacles in the parking area, we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. We understand the frustration it can cause, especially when it affects the overall enjoyment of your holiday. We will investigate this matter and take steps to address any obstructions to ensure a smoother parking experience. We take your feedback seriously, and we are committed to making the necessary improvements. Once again, we appreciate your feedback, and we hope you give us another opportunity to host you in the future. Property Owner
Chris August 2023

“We loved the Samphire apartment.”

The facilities were great. The description was accurate though some really positives were left out - no mention eg of a dishwasher, Electric blinds not mentioned either in description and we almost didn’t book the apartment because I was concerned there’d be no privacy or screen from the sub etc. As it turned out the blinds were one of the best features. There was a really nice welcome pack in a lovely blue hessian bag and though I wouldn’t book a holiday apt because of a welcome pack it wasn’t mentioned either in description. Personally I love the minimal clean style but a couple of chairs in the main bedroom would be nice as well a chest of drawer in small bedroom. The apartment was perfect for our stay. The walk to Carbis Bay beach was short and lovely. Yes St Ives Road is busy but the description did warn of some traffic noise. We love Carbis Bay beach and now find it nicer than St Ives which has become very busy and almost a victim of its own success. We’ve been to St ives many times and driven through Carbis Bay but never actually stopped. In future Carbis Bay will be our destination. The Uno restaurant was a real gem and Carbis Bay hotel is very nice with the deli a great place to have lunch. The Sandy beach is perfect for families and swimming as it’s quite sheltered compared to other nearby beaches we visited. The whole Carbis Bay area is very clean and well kept so a real pleasure to spend a week here. Thank you

- Chris, August 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback, we are pleased to hear you loved the apartment, we are glad to hear you enjoyed your week here and we hope to welcome you back to Carbis Bay Holidays again in the future. Kind Regards, The Carbis Bay Holidays Team. Property Owner

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Summary

Duplex apartment over first and second floors
Two bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with balcony and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x first-floor twin
First-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer
2 x Smart TVs with Netflix, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available on request
Designated parking for 1 small car
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.4 miles
Note: Check in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Note: This property is on the St Ives Road, traffic noise may be heard
Not: Access to the property is between the exterior wall and the main building wall; this measures 250cm at the narrowest point

The property

Sitting in the heart of Carbis Bay is this contemporary, first-floor duplex apartment with sea views in Cornwall, Samphire.

A great base for touring, the apartment welcomes a family of four to relax on the beach, discover Cornwall's beautiful sights and heritage, and find everything they need for a self-catering stay.

The first floor hosts a light and airy, open-plan living space with a pristine kitchen equipped with an electric oven, induction hob, fridge/freezer, and a washer/dryer to freshen up sandy towels ready for tomorrow.

Set the dining table for four ready to catch up with your loved ones over dinner, followed by a relaxing seat in the sitting area.

The bay window frames lovely sea views all the way to Godrevy Lighthouse; simply enjoy the view or select a film on Netflix.

Completing the first floor is a contemporary bathroom with a bath, shower over, and heated towel rail, along with the first of two bedrooms, a beautifully appointed twin with plenty of storage space.

Head up to the second floor where you'll find a spacious king-size with storage, Smart TV with Netflix, a balcony to catch the sunrise in the mornings, and an en-suite shower room for extra privacy.

When it's time to venture out, Carbis Bay has plenty of shops and eateries to choose from such as La Casita for Spanish delicacies, The Bean Inn for vegetarian and vegan dishes, and the Carbis Bay Hotel Beach Club Restaurant to dine right on the beach.

Carbis Bay Beach is a popular spot for watersports, sunbathing in the golden sands, and is idyllically tucked into a cove for plenty of shelter.

Head further along the coast to the Bohemian town of St Ives where the Barbara Hepworth Museum, Tate St Ives, and cobbled streets lined with independent shops are sure to please, whilst surfers and swimmers will love the town's sandy beaches, or perhaps you'd prefer a coastal trek along the cliffs?

The port town of Hayle is also close by with plenty for the whole family to enjoy, including Paradise Park and JungleBarn Cornwall and Hayle's unspoilt sandy beach, or find more rock pools to explore and waves to surf at Upton Towans Beach.

Be sure to wander the coastal path to Godrevy Point, look out for wildlife along the cliffs of Godrevy nature reserve, and see the 19th-century Lighthouse!

Further afield, you'll find Marazion, home to the unique St Michael's Mount, and the bustling town of Penzance with plenty to see along its picturesque promenade.

Book your next family holiday in Cornwall at Samphire for a memorable escape by the sea.

Carbis Bay

Carbis Bay is the perfect destination for those that want paradise beach life a pebble’s throw from the heart of St Ives’ art, culture and foodie hub. With its palm-fringed sandy beach, water sports, ocean-side spa and sea view dining options.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

CARBIS BAY

St Ives 2 miles ; Hayle 3.5 miles ; Penzance 8.5 miles

Just a short drive from iconic St Ives, the seaside village of Carbis Bay is best-known for its beautiful stretch of pure white sand. With turquoise waters and sheltered conditions, the beach feels almost subtropical and is the perfect spot for a good old-fashioned day by the sea. The beach is also home to the Ocean Sports Centre, so if sunbathing is not really your thing, why not hire a kayak or SUP and get out on the water instead. Or why not treat yourself to a Spa day at the delightful hotel which overlooks the beach and has a fabulous terrace where cocktails can be enjoyed in the Cornish sunshine? Carbis Bay has a small range of local shops and restaurants as well as a fish & chip takeaway and railway branch line. The train journey from Carbis Bay into St Ives is perhaps one of the most beautiful in the country; St Ives additionally makes for a great day out, with plenty of galleries to explore. The quayside town of Hayle also isn't far and is home to activities for the all the family, including a golf and a wildlife sanctuary. The Godrevy Nature Reserve and Penwith Heritage Coast are also within easy reach from Carbis Bay, providing outdoors and watersports plans with even more activities to partake in, including coasteering and birdwatching. Carbis Bay is truly a wonderful holiday location for those wanting to experience Cornwall's breathtaking coastline.

The Good Housekeeping Bond for this property is £150.

There is one allocated parking space with this property this is positioned towards the rear of the main building. Please note that you will need to travel up the drive and pass between the exterior wall and the main building wall to access the parking space. This is 250cm measurement at the narrowest point.

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Please supervise children at all times when using the balcony.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Really comfortable, modern and well appointed flat.”

“Amazing stay we enjoyed our time in this apartment and will be booking again for next year with out a doubt .”

“Our family of four stayed for a week, and the flat was exactly as advertised.”

“Good apartment good value walking distance to beach etc parking to rear can be "tight" for any SUV drivers though”

“Very clean and tidy.”

“Comfortable apartment in a convenient position for public transport and good restaurants.”

“We had a lovely time here.”