Any similarity to tradition ends once you step over the threshold of Penmeneth, an inspired transformation of an old double fronted detached cottage has taken place.
Imaginative renovation has evolved the interior into a superior designer home that is very individual.
The first floor living room where pine floorboards, panelled walls and lofty apex ceilings with sturdy timber trusses create a stylishly open and spacious aspect.
Fashionable furnishings, pictures by a well-known St Ives artist and interesting artefacts perfectly complement the room.
The adjoining kitchen is beautifully fitted with hand-crafted units, and a separate reading room has access to a lovely patioed balcony.
Downstairs the bedrooms are tasteful and comfortable, and children will adore the crows nest play den that is a novel feature of their room.
A luxurious bathroom with a lavish bath, tiled walk-in shower and twin basins completes the accommodation on this floor.
The garden to the rear is an asset to this property.
It is secluded and planted lavishly with Tuscan palms, fig trees and any number of sub tropical plants and is ideal for evening barbecues.
On reaching the second terrace you will be rewarded by wonderful views of St Michael's Mount and beyond.
Only a 2 minute walk from the beach, shops, galleries, cafes and pubs, a memorable holiday is guaranteed.
There is a car parking space available 50m away from Penmeneth.