Charming, full of character, and brimming with thoughtful touches, Old Saltings is a truly special retreat just steps from Porthmeor Beach.
A huge wooden front door keeps it a well-kept secret. Inside, you’ll find wood-panelled walls, hand-crafted furniture, and a vast open-plan living and kitchen area — including the best seat in town for sunsets over the bay. The L-shaped sofa, flexible dining space, and an extra table make it perfect for family meals, quiet afternoons, or fiercely competitive board games.
As evening falls, hand-painted curtains, created by a member of the family, frame each window like its own portrait of St Ives. The light shifts, the beach changes, and if you’re lucky, seals bob in the bay below.
The kitchen is beautifully designed and exceptionally well equipped, with appliances by Miele and Bosch, ready for anything from a simple supper to a long celebratory dinner.
A glass-panelled zen room provides a light-filled, peaceful retreat, ideal for work, creative pursuits, or simply soaking in the view. Fair warning: the scenery can be wonderfully distracting.
With three bedrooms, Old Saltings comfortably sleeps six. The master has an en-suite, the second bedroom is king-size, and the bunk room is perfect for children, who even get their own little dining area in the living space. Bedrooms are calm and deeply comfortable, with high-quality mattresses, crisp cotton linens, generous storage, and excellent lighting, including proper reading lights.
The family bathroom invites you to sink into a deep bath surrounded by Cornish slate, a quiet moment after a salty day on the beach.
Timeless and spectacular in every season, Old Saltings is perfect for couples, families, or friends celebrating something special, a place where memories are made, waves are watched, and sunsets linger a little longer.
