Beach View Apartments in Porthtowan, Cornwall

Beach View Apartments sits directly on the beachfront in Porthtowan, allowing guests to walk to the sand in under two minutes without needing shoes. The property includes a garden with outdoor furniture and a picnic table, plus barbecue facilities for grilling. An outdoor shower is available for rinsing wetsuits and sandy feet after a day on the beach.

The apartment contains two bedrooms, a living room, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and washing machine. Streaming services are available on the television, and a private entrance provides direct access to the garden. The owner stocks the fridge with local milk, scones, jam, and clotted cream upon arrival.

A children's playground sits directly opposite the apartment, less than a minute's walk from the front door. Inside, guests find a PlayStation 3, board games, and DVDs for children and adults, along with a highchair for younger guests. The property also offers bunk beds in one bedroom, making it suitable for families with children.

Porthtowan Beach is a two-minute walk away, and the local fish and chip shop Seasmith's is a few metres from the apartment. Wheal Coates National Trust site lies 5 km from the property, and St Agnes Head National Trust site is 7 km away. Newquay Cornwall Airport is 31 km from the apartment, reachable by car in about 30 minutes.

Guests rate the property highly for its children's playground, fully equipped kitchen, and easy beach access. The allocated on-site parking space is a significant bonus during summer months. Each booking receives a welcome pack of local scones, jam, and clotted cream from the owner.

Location: Beachfront, 2-minute walk to the sand

Rooms: Two-bedroom apartment with bunk beds

Family: Playground opposite, PlayStation 3, board games

Dining: Seasmith's fish and chip shop a few metres away

Parking: One allocated on-site space

Welcome: Local scones, jam, and clotted cream on arrival