Surfsounds is a lovely south-facing apartment overlooking the beach, which is in sun for most of the day. It has two bedrooms sleeping 4, plus a bed settee, fully fitted kitchen / living / dining room with patio doors opening on to a veranda overlooking the beach…. perfect for watching the Atlantic sunset.

• Free dedicated parking space nearby
• Bed linen supplied (bring towels)
• Free internet access in the apartment
• Well behaved pets allowed
• TV, DVD, radio/CD, hairdryer
• Cots/high chairs available on request

Porthtowan in Cornwall (located between Newquay and St Ives) is a small unspoilt village nestling into cliffs, with a fabulous sandy beach, which is a surfers paradise. Local surf school, ‘Blue Bar’ on the beach and the Unicorn pub both serving good food, local shops and post office. Lovely walks along the coastal path to heritage sites.

The Large Sandy Beach at Porthtowan is perfect for all the family and is patrolled by lifeguards throughout the summer season. For the kids there are rock pools to explore whilst for the energetic Porthtowan is one of Cornwall's renowned surfing beaches. Dogs are welcome on the beach during off season months, but there are plenty of cliff walks for them in the summer.

For days out the towns of Newquay, Padstow (with Rick Stein's restuarant), Penzance, Lands End, Falmouth and St Austell are all within a short distance with Dartmoor National Park and the English Riviera slightly further on.

On your doorstep you will find:

Blue flag beach is only 50 metres away, with lifeguards in summer. Cornish Coastal path only a few metres. Blue Bar and Restaurant only 50 metres away - known for its local food. Local pub 100m metres. Shops and post office in the village. Cycling trails nearby.

Slightly further afield are:

2 golf courses within 4 miles. Cornish Cyder Farm - 5 miles. Holywell Bay Fun Park - 8 miles. Tate St Ives - 12 miles. Blue Reef Aquarium, Newquay - 14 miles. Flambards Village Theme Park - 14 miles. 5 National Trust Properties within 16 miles. Eden Project - 45 minutes.

In addition to the above attractions, the area steeped in history of tin mining. Wheel Coates Engine house is a stroll along the coast path. The coastal paths start on either side of the beach (so not far too walk to start your walk) with breathtaking views.