About this property
Resting right on Bamaluz Beach, Mermaid 2 is in one of the most sought-after spots in St Ives, but this home’s appeal is more than its exceptional position.
Light-filled, laid back and utterly gorgeous, the cottage’s interiors have superb sea views on show from every angle. A mix of decorative porcelain tiles and oak floorboards gives an authentic beach house feel, while carefully chosen soft furnishings, wall art and occasional pieces add to its comfort and character. The living area’s seating is positioned to make the most of the outlook. Two sets of French doors in front of a long Juliet balcony are perfectly designed to be opened on summer days, or to offer the perfect vantage for watching winter storms roll in from the Atlantic.
Open to the sitting room, a gorgeous kitchen has all guests need for effortless entertaining, with a dining area alongside for pre-beach breakfasts or suppers after a day on the coast. The cottage has two beautiful bedrooms, including a lovely lower-ground-floor master bedroom with exposed beams and a fabulous window seat. Off the landing on this floor is the secret doorway leading outside to the spiral wrought-iron staircase that descends to the beach, where turquoise water tempts sea swims and soft sand invites sunbathing and relaxation.
For coastal escapes with excellent beaches, food and shopping, St Ives is a dream, and this holiday home rests mere metres from it all. Bamaluz Beach is quieter than the town’s bigger beaches and allows dogs all year round. The Harbour is literally a stone’s throw from the front door, while Fore Street’s restaurants, delis, bakeries and galleries are no more than a five-minute walk. Neighbouring Porthgwidden Beach is three minutes on foot, and Porthmeor Beach and Café, along with the Tate St Ives, is around six minutes.
Mermaids 2 shares a building with Mermaids 3 above. Both have their own entrances and are completely separate when booked individually. For larger guest parties of up to 10, a door in the living room can be unlocked and opened up to combine both properties into one large coastal home.
This property has level access from the street and is set over 2 floors with the living, kitchen, dining area, a bedroom and a family bathroom on the ground floor, and the en-suite master bedroom on the lower ground
Access to the beach is via a steep spiral staircase from the lower ground floor to the rocks. Children and dogs will need to be supervised
Living Room
Open plan with the kitchen and dining area, the living room has superb sea views through two sets of French doors which open onto a long Juliet balcony. Furnished with two sofas, an armchair, footstool, side tables and a sideboard, the room also has a Smart TV with Freeview and a Bluetooth speaker
Kitchen
Open to the living and dining space, the kitchen is equipped with an electric oven and integrated grill, induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Smaller appliances include a Nespresso pod coffee machine, kettle and toaster, while an iron, ironing board and vacuum cleaner are also provided
Dining Area
Positioned alongside the kitchen and sitting room, the dining area seats four guests and takes in wonderful sea views across the bay
Bedroom One
Located on the lower ground floor, Bedroom One has exceptional up-close sea views. Furnished with a king-size bed, bedside tables and lamps, a standalone wardrobe, mirror and hairdryer, the deep window reveal creates a wonderful place to sit and watch the water below. The room also has an en-suite bathroom and access to the beach
Bedroom Two
Situated on the ground floor, Bedroom Two is furnished with a king-size bed, bedside tables and lamps, a standalone wardrobe, mirror and hairdryer. This room has a Smart TV with Freeview
Bathroom One
The ground-floor family bathroom is fitted with a bath, shower, hand basin, WC, heated towel rail, cabinet and mirror
Bathroom Two
En-suite to Bedroom One this spacious bathroom has a large shower, hand basin, heated towel rail, pedestal cabinet and LED mirror
Outside
One of the property's most remarkable features is its connection to the beach. A wrought iron spiral staircase descends from the lower ground floor to the rocks below. Please note that the steps are steep and may get slippery in the wet. The final section does not have a handrail
Parking
The long stay Island Car Park is a 3-minute’ walk from the property but please note that this car park is very popular so space availability is limited during the busier months
St Ives Council Car Parks