Carbis Beach Apartments, Carbis Bay, St. Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2JL | Property for sale | Savills
170.85 sq m
Excess of £895,000(€1,020,489)

Carbis Beach ApartmentsCarbis Bay, St. Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2JL

  • Sold

Key features

  • Sold in November 2022
  • Three bathrooms, Two en suite, One with sauna
  • Views out across St Ives Bay towards Godrevy Lighthouse, Gwithian Beach & Hayle Bar
  • Tiled balcony with and glass balustrades with panoramic views out over the bay
  • Large Principal Bedroom complete with living area, en suite, sauna and views out over the bay
  • 2021 Visit England and separate AA Five Star Gold award with rare 98% (VE) and 99% (AA) score
  • Successful luxury holiday apartment
  • Reserved parking Space
  • Large storage room and loft

A truly magnificent three bedroom luxury Duplex Penthouse Beachfront apartment in gated development, with views spanning St Ives Bay and Godrevy Lighthouse and reserved parking and balcony.

About this property

  • The property is located within a unique gated development of 27 apartments and two houses and is arguably one of the most luxurious and well equipped of the apartments in this development with close attention to detail having been completely refurbished five years ago by the current owners.

    Serena is a Visit England and AA Five Star (gold award) luxury holiday apartment. All of the rooms with the exception of the rear bedroom and bathrooms boast unrivalled sea and beach views.

    Entry in to the bright hallway of the apartment is from the rear terrace.

    Immediately to the right is the rear double bedroom with built in wardrobes and to the left is the kitchen. The triple aspect kitchen is extremely well equipped with cream high gloss wall and base units with wood effect work surfaces and integrated Bosch appliances to include: - large integrated fridge and separate freezer, double oven, five ring gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble drier. There is an arched serving hatch between the kitchen and living/dining area allowing for sea views.

    The large dual aspect dining/living room is accessed off the hallway and has double doors out on to the balcony.

    The family shower room with steam shower is off the hallway.

    At the end of the hallway is a further double bedroom with “Juliet” balcony, door out onto the main balcony, built-in wardrobes and an en suite bathroom.

    Stairs lead from the centre of the hallway to the open plan 34 feet long principal bedroom complete with living area, kitchenette with an under counter integrated fridge. With vaulted ceilings, three giant Velux® windows provide expansive views across the Bay and allow natural light to flood the room. The large en suite has a free-standing bath, separate shower and a Nordic sauna.

    Flooring throughout the apartment is Amtico Oak effect.


    Gardens & The Exterior

    To the rear of the property is a reserved parking space with communal stairs leading down to a private rear terrace and main entrance. To the front is a spacious balcony leading from the sitting room with a glass balustrade and quite splendid views out over the beach and St Ives Bay.

    Access to the beach is via a communal residents' gravelled pathway which snakes down the hill in front of the apartment block with a security gate at the roadside.


    Agents Notes-

    - No pets allowed
    - Covenants on title, enquire for title and register.
    - Leasehold with share of freehold.
    - Service charge approximately £2,000 per annum.
    - Local planning application pending-
    Website- https://planning.cornwall.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=documents&keyVal=RCCE1QFGLGU00
    Amenities

    Schools

    St Ives has some outstanding schools across all ages. St Ives Infants (Ofsted Outstanding) St Ives Juniors (Ofsted Good) and St Ives Secondary School is the first Secondary school in Cornwall to receive the Ofsted Outstanding classification.

    Supermarket – There is a Tesco Store just about a mile away on the A3047 in the direction of St Ives. There is a nearer convenience store open late on Sunday and a further large Asda supermarket at nearby Hayle.

    Services-

    Mains Water & Drainage
    Gas Fired Central Heating
    BT Broadband and landline
    SKY TV in living room

    Allocated Parking for one car, however other spaces can be rented.

    Viewings
    Strictly by prior appointment with Savills.


    Fixtures & Fittings
    Fixtures and fittings available by separate negotiation.

    IMPORTANT NOTICE

    Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:

    1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.

    2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

    View payable Stamp Duty for this property

A superb coastal apartment, just above the local beach

George HillProperty agent

Local information

  • Cornwall's unique character comes from its historic landscape and some 400 miles of spectacular coastline.
  • This quite stunning apartment occupies a magnificent beach front setting with views out over the golden sand and turquoise sea to St Ives Bay and beyond. Access to St Ives is either by train from the Carbis Bay Station on the scenic St Ives Branch line, which is adjacent to the apartment, or by foot. It is just over a mile away via the South West Coast path.
  • St Ives is home to the landmark Tate St Ives Gallery (built in 1993) and the famous Barbara Hepworth Museum, St Ives is bordered by three beautiful sandy beaches which are repeatedly voted among the best in the British Isles, one particularly for surfing. Set against the colourful backdrop of the working fishing harbour, the turquoise waters of St. Ives have attracted artists since the 19th century due to its renowned clarity of light. The town, with winding cobbled streets, is an all-year tourist destination.
  • The apartment is adjacent to the stunning South West Coast Path and just to the East of Carbis Bay on this path is the magnificent unspoiled beach of Porth Kidney Sands.
  • At nearby Lelant, overlooking the Hayle Estuary there is a spectacular links golf course with views stretching up towards Godrevy Lighthouse. A scenic branch railway line links Carbis Bay and St. Ives with the main London-Penzance line at nearby St. Erth.

Additional information

  • Directions: From the A30 take the A3047 direction St Ives. On entering Carbis Bay take a right turn in to Porthrepta Road, follow the road down the hill and continue over the railway bridge. Take the first left turn and pull up in front of the gates. Press 208 on the key pad on the right hand gate pillar and the Savills representative will open the gates. Apartment 208 is in the third block with numbered parking space to the right of the steps which will be free. The apartment is located down the stairs to the left. At the landing take the left hand door on to the rear terrace where the front door to the apartment is located. St Ives Town Centre, Harbour & Beach 5 minutes by train or it is just over a mile by foot along the South West Coast Path Truro 28 miles - Penzance 9 miles - Newquay Airport 35 miles (all distances are approximate and in miles)
  • EPC Rating: C
  • Tenure: Share of Freehold. Lease Expiry: 01/01/2999 (974 years remaining)
  • Service Charge: TBC
  • Ground Rent: TBC
  • Council Tax Band: TBC