If you’re after a little style from your luxury beachside family holiday home, then Secret Beach is ideal.
This chic Cornish escape has been designed to bring all the glamor of the roaring 20’s to life and combine it with everything a modern family desire.
Its stunning retro artistic layout flows throughout offering each living space a unique character with vibrant colours, distinctive artwork and art deco furniture.
Elevated views from the kitchen and living areas remind you of how close you are to the beach, no longer a secret but just a short walk away and less crowded than St Ives beaches.
Natural light floods in through large windows making the living area light and airy throughout.
Offering three bedrooms and two bathrooms this luxury home from home easily sleeps six.
It is pet friendly, so all the family can enjoy a holiday, even four legged members.
A garden and rear decked sun terrace offer outside space to dine alfresco and relax.
Private parking space allows you to leave the car and take the scenic railway into St Ives.
The station, like the beach is only a short walk away.
The award winning Carbis Bay beach has now become popular, we think this holiday home will too, so come and enjoy it before the secret gets out!
Highlights
- Secret Beach is a detached house located in Carbis Bay.
- Children welcome.
- Pet welcome.
- Regret no smoking.
- Dual aspect windows within lounge & kitchen with elevated views towards Carbis Bay.
Entertainment
- Complimentary wireless internet.
- Hepburn MKII Bluetooth & DAB Radio
- Sky TV
- Samsung 55" Smart Television with Blue Ray DVD player to living room.
- Samsung 32" Smart Television with Master Bedroom
For Dogs
- Enclosed rear decked terrace.
For Families
- Complimentary travel cot & high chair are provided
- We request that guests bring their own cot bedding.
- Toddler friendly cutlery, bowls, cups and plates provided.
Access
- The property is set back from Gwel an Mor road where there is a part bricked and tarmacadam drive to the front of the garage with room for parking.
- Beside the garage there is a flight of 13 steps leading to a side entrance.
To the front of property, there is a iron gateway & level path to a flight of 6 granite steps leading to a large & part canopied slate terrace with wrought iron railing, one step up to front door.
- Detailed access statement available on request.
Parking
- Private parking space at the front of the property.
Living Area
Living Area
This classically chic, yet bold room brings all the glamour from the roaring 1920’s era to the 21st century, the furniture flows seamlessly into the space, giving way to a beautiful almost artistic layout, perfectly framed with huge dual aspect windows with elevated sea views.
After a day of exploring the Cornish coastline, head back to your home from home, collapse into the plush sofa with numerous scatter cushions to cosy into, spread your toes in the fluffy rug whilst relaxing in front of the fire or enjoying your favourite film on a large 55” TV with Blue Ray DVD player.
Dining Area
The dining area is perfectly positioned within the open plan living area, boasting 1930’s print artwork, distinctive art deco sideboard with two matching oversized lamps.
A domed pendant light hangs over a grand wooden dining table with mix & match vibrant coloured chairs, comfortably seating six.
Should you decide to venture out for dinner Carbis Bay, St Ives and the surrounding area has a wide choice of quality restaurants, modern and traditional pubs as well as several places to obtain take-away food.
Hallway
Secret Beach has a unique hallway, the space is bright with high gloss grey flooring and beach themed printed artwork.
The moment you enter the hall, you will find a door on the left which leads down a flight of stairs to the utility and garage.
The strong personality of this home truly shines through as you stumble upon a retro built in vanity unit, with its beautifully crafted wood, surrounding an ornate mirror, two hanging vintage lights and two matching emerald green stools under.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Designed with luxury in mind, this impressive kitchen has high gloss eye level units, accompanied with charcoal work surfaces & a chic raspberry pink splash back.
Boasting clean lines, bold colours and elegant finishes, all bathed in natural light from two huge windows stretching across the kitchen with beautiful views.
Enjoy preparing dinner at the island with the most wonderful view and the company of guests sat at the two bar stools.
If you love to cook this well-appointed kitchen offers everything you require and more.
Appliances include; a five-ring gas hob with extractor above, built in fan assisted oven with separate hot plate under, second oven with grill, Russell Hobbs microwave, Beko dishwasher, fridge, Breville kettle & four slice toaster.
A comprehensive selection of utensils, crockery, glassware, children’s cutlery and cafeteria is provided, as well as a Hepburn MKII Bluetooth & DAB Radio.
Utility room
The utility room includes a Hotpoint under counter freezer, sink with draining board and laundry facilities including a with a Hotpoint washer/dryer, iron, ironing table, airier, clothes pegs and clothes basket.
Located just off the hallway, down a flight of 15 steps, can also be accessed though the garage at the front of the property.
Sleeping
Master Bedroom
The chic master bedroom is characterized by rich colours, bold geometry patterns, and decadent furnishings throughout.
The room boasts a beautifully dressed king-size bed with wall hanging 32” Samsung smart TV opposite, vintage 1920’s inspired bedside tables, matching teal reading lamps, chest of drawers with retro vanity mirror above & full-length mirror to the side.
Patio doors provide plenty of natural light into the bedroom and is perfectly situated to allow you to relax in the luxurious velvet chair or lie back in bed & drift away to the wonderful garden views or close the creamy privacy blinds for a cosier feel.
Master Bedroom En-suite
The en-suite comprises a modern walk-in shower with rainfall shower overhead, WC, wash basin with mirror above.
An ideally positioned built in wardrobe with hairdryer, hanging space & ample cubbyholes for extra storage.
Bedroom Two
The superking bedroom has a powerful sense of cosmopolitan luxury, with swanky furnishings of the 1920’s, layers of contrasting colours & textiles.
The room boasts double zip & link bed, matching chic bedside tables, matching grey reading lamps, chest of drawers with retro vanity mirror above, walk in wardrobe with clothes hanging space, full-length mirror and comfy chair.
Bedroom Three
The twin bedroom is perfectly situated to the rear of the property & benefits from a flood of natural light from the large window, looking out onto the courtyard.
The art deco inspired décor flows into this vibrant space, carefully chosen layers of fabrics, patterns & striking colours all make up for an old school glamour atmosphere.
The room boasts matching twin beds, a chic bedside table, reading lamp, telephone bench with storage drawer, retro mirror above, full-length vanity mirror and cupboard with clothes hanging space and comfy chair.
Bathrooms
Family Bathroom
The spacious family bathroom is tiled throughout with stylish accent wood details, all bathed in natural light flooding in from the large window with privacy blind.
The deep bath with waterfall mixer tap, offers the perfect place to retreat & enjoy quiet relaxation.
The room also boasts a spacious walk in shower with rainfall shower head enclosed with glass screen, WC, large wash basin with mixer taps, heated chrome towel rail and built in vanity unit, mirror with lighting from above & ample storage below.
En-suite to Master Bedroom
The Master bedroom's private en-suite is tiled throughout and boasts a spacious walk in shower with rainfall shower head enclosed by glass screen, WC, large wash basin with ample under storage, chrome heated towel rail, wall mirror and separate built in wardrobe, excellent for extra hanging space for clothes & shoes.
A selection of luxury towels comprising of bath sheet, bath towel and hand towel are provided for each guests.
Cloak Room
The quirky flamingo themed cloakroom is ideally located next to the family bathroom within the main hall, boasting a low-level WC & small wash basin with mixer tap.
Outside
The outside areas of Secret Beach are perfect for watching the children play, alfresco eating or pre-dinner drinks.
With several areas to choose from, you can also always find a quiet spot to read a book and hopefully soak up the Cornish sun.
Seaward Facing Terrace:
The formal entrance to the property is up a flight of six original granite steps, leading to a part canopied slate terrace with wrought iron railings.
The area has fabulous far reaching views across Carbis Bay & makes for the perfect place to enjoy a cup of tea and absorb the ever-changing colours of the sea and sky.
Garden
The beautiful, tranquil and mature garden seamlessly wraps itself around the front and side of the property, mainly laid to lawn with original Cornish low stone walling planted with a selection of beautifully planted shrubs & flowers.
Please note that the garden area is not securely enclosed as the Sun Trap decked Courtyard is the enclosed area which is described below.
Sun Trap decked Courtyard
The private decked terrace is located to the rear of the property and is a fantastic little sun trap, wonderful for soaking up the Cornish sunshine.
Enclosed by fencing & two secure gates, it can be accessed from the front garden or from a flight of steps beside the kitchen side entrance.
