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Ocean Blue

(Ref. 1001106)

Praa Sands, Cornwall Show on map

4.8

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • comfortable (16)
  • beach (16)
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  • lovely (12)

34 Customer Reviews

  • "The apartment was fantastic."

    We loved the large open plan design. Everything you could want was provided. Would definitely book again Only small issue was parking. The neighbouring parking slots tended to park too far over making it impossible to use our allocated space on occasions.

    Thank you Anthony for your great response about the apartment. I am in full agreement with you regarding other driver's inability to park properly. the problem seems to be so many large cars these days compared to when the parking bays were marked out initially. I hope you managed, sometimes you just have to park adjacent to the bottom hedge, where there is room fit people to reverse out. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anthony4.7Sep 2024

  • "Beautiful Apartment."

    Home from home. Comfortable clean spacious.

    Reviewed by Jane5.0Aug 2024

  • "Ocean Blue was the perfect base for us in Cornwall."

    It's a wonderfully clean, spacious, and comfortable apartment which has everything you need to make coming home to it each day an absolute joy. Praa Sands is a wonderful place to spend time in itself, but is also wonderfully located to explore Western Cornwall with so many must see destinations, from picturesque towns and villages to amazing beaches, just a few minutes drive away. Contact with everyone involved was always quick, professional, and friendly and the whole experience from start to finish was excellent. I would not hesitate to recommend Ocean Blue on every level - it's a great value for money base in a lovely location. It's highly likely that we'll be returning one day. Thank you Ocean Blue!

    Thank you Martyn for your detailed review. So good to read reviews from guests who live the apartment and understand what a great location Praa Sands is. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Martyn5.0Aug 2024

  • "Property is fantastic just one comment the rugs slip and slide on a wooden floor my wife slipped on rug in lounge and banged her leg but was lucky not to fall we lifted rugs and put out of the way during stay and put back when leaving but would suggest getting rugs or mats with rubber underside so dont slip as could cause bad accident."

    Also light in ensuite [pullcord] kept getting stuck apart from these small issues property is perfect and reasonably priced and beds very comfortable thankyou for a lovely stay

    Reviewed by Kevin5.0Jul 2024

  • "A beautiful property."

    We thoroughly enjoyed it and we're in awe of how well equipped the kitchen is. Hoping to return!

    Reviewed by Jackie5.0Jun 2024

  • "The property was perfect, very clean and well equipped with everything you need."

    The location was great. We had a great time

    So pleased you enjoyed your stay at Ocean Blue. thank you for your review. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Christine5.0Jun 2024

  • "Ideal location."

    Close to the beach and handy local amenities. Apartment was immaculate, cosy and comfortable, and well supplied for anyone's needs. Good communications with the housekeeper and meeting the owner made us feel welcome. Balcony ideal for sitting outside with a seaview and the very welcome tea and biscuits on arrival, We were blessed with glorious sunshine so made plenty of use of use of the outside space. Lovely community feeling here and had long chats with some of the residents. Thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would love to return.

    Thank you for your feedback. You certainly learned the benefits of Pras Sands very quickly. we hope to see you again in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Valerie5.0May 2024

  • "Beautiful apartment with amazing views and very well stocked of everything you would need in a kitchen for self catering … in a peaceful area that is lovely for a quiet break ."

    . highly recommended

    Thank you for your feedback. It is a beautiful apartment. so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lindsay5.0Apr 2024

  • "Had a lovely week, weather was in our favour, apartment was very well equipped, apartment nice and warm, but could not open window at night due to ground floor, would have had a better view if you stayed on the second floor, bed very comfortable."

    Thank you so much for your positive feedback. We always sleep with a window open and had not considered that others may be concerned about security at night. Therefore we have fitted window restrictors to all the windows, to enable them to be left open at night. We also agree the sea view would be more expansive from the top floor, although this apartment is perfect for those with mobility problems, as no risk of lift malfunction. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Andrew4.7Oct 2023

  • "Thank you for a beautiful stay in Praa, a long time favourite for our Family which goes back over 4o years."

    Ocean Blue was presented as advertised with a wonderful array of creature comforts and every appliance required to become a MasterChef. It was very clean (Thank you Rhona), very comfortable and convenient to the world class beach. We were also blessed with great weather to make the setting even more enjoyable. Small point, surprised that there were no power points for shavers or tooth brushes- or none that we found. Key safe refused to open to code on departure but we coped. In sum, an idyllic stay and we probably will return ere long.

    Thank you for your feedback, we will look into the socket in the bathroom. There are adaptors in the drawer in lounge. Not sure why the ke key safe suddenly did not work, salty sea air ?sure Not sure why the key safe have you a problem Property Owner

    Reviewed by David5.0May 2023

  • "Rhona very helpful,"

    Thank you for your feedback. So good to know people appreciate how helpful Rhona is. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Norman5.0May 2023

  • "Would recommend a return."

    It was a fabulous place to stay. And a terrific spot. Easy system re booking/ correspondence/aftercare. Great bed linen and very comfortable beds. We noticed a small leak behind the basin in the large bathroom Overall…… ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Thank you for your review. Sorry to hear about the leak, we will get it repaired immediately, thank you for letting us know. We hope to see you back again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Denis5.0Apr 2023

  • "Clean, comfortable,spacious and warm in changeable spring weather."

    Well stocked kitchen nicely set out. Thanks.

    Thank you for review, it is a lovely warm apartment when Cornwall is inclement in the shoulder seasons. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Pamela5.0Apr 2023

  • "Pro’s: ideal position, near beach."

    Roomy patio to sit and sea watch. Bed v.comfortable. Well equipped kitchen(. Perhaps a bit too much, definately a cooks kitchen). Comfortable temperature. All on one level. Near Penzance and Helston for shopping. Cons: minute en suite, couldnt use. No extractor in bathroom for steam, smells etc, had to leave door permanently wedged open. Opening windows in bedroom were side window only, so not too safe to leave open all night as on groun d floor, but had to,as so stuffy. No welcome pack, just small milk, bottle wine. Literature in prop states “tea, coffee, milk, sugar and bread. J cloth, sponge washing up liquid ( no washing up bowl), dishwasher tablets, roll bin liners. There is also a complimentary welcome pack of Cornish produce and bottle of wine for you to enjoy” One other irritation: no cupboard space left in kitchen cupboards for groceries, tins etc????? All full of stuff. In all , a bit disappointing, as it would have been perfect for less able bodied people, as all on one level, but the bathroom shower was over a very difficult to get in bath. I have the bruises to show for it after manoeuvring around taps! Arthritic legs don't bend or go climbing very well, this is where the walk in en suite was going to be more useful to us, but is was incredibly tiny. The rooms were all roomy, so we could not understand this tiny shower, which at best would possibly accommodate a child! I must say this was our first Sykes property rental, and Ill probably never hear the end of the missing wellcome pack and Cornish cream tea, from my other half as he was told before we went from regular renters of yours that there would be cream tea waiting!

    Thank you so much for your well-considered and lengthy review. I am glad to hear that you found the beds comfortable and the location suitable. I would just like to respond to some of the misunderstandings. Firstly, we do not advertise a cream tea and have never provided cream tea as part of the welcome pack, especially as there is wonderful café about 200 yards around the corner who do an excellent, authentic Cornish cream tea. I do understand that the bathrooms are not set up for people with disabilities, the architect constructed the second shower room in the main bedroom to maximise space in what is a two bedroomed apartment. The second shower room is probably more valuable to families with young children. Our housekeeper, provides her contact number and is always on hand to deal with any enquiries you may have had during your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Glen3.8Oct 2022

  • "A lovely apartment, extremely comfortable and well equipped, and within a couple of minutes walk from the beach."

    Highly recommended. We would definitely come back.

    Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0Sep 2022

  • "Very comfortable and well appointed property, which was only a short stroll to the beach."

    Praa Sands is also close to a number of lovely beaches and we now know where to go in future when we return to Cornwall.

    Reviewed by Jeremy5.0Sep 2022

  • "Great location, a lovely modern apartment, very close to the beach."

    A perfect base an active holiday.

    Reviewed by Steve4.7Aug 2022

  • "Well positioned property close to a great family beach."

    The property was very clean and very well equipped - briefing documentation was clear and excellent. Good area to dry clothes and wetsuits etc and a nice balcony to sit on, and eat in the evening. We had a great week and this property was the icing on the cake.

    Thank you for your comments and so pleased you had a good holiday. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Brendan5.0Aug 2022

  • "Ocean blue was a wonderful apartment ideally situated for touring the area or relaxing on the beach."

    It was very comfortable and spotlessly clean

    Thank you for your feedback, delighted you were pleased and Rhonna appreciates your comments regarding her housekeeping. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jan5.0Jun 2022

  • "Excellent location if you enjoy the beach."

    Reviewed by Ronald5.0Jun 2022

  • "Excellent property that is beautifully furnished in a fabulous location"

    Thank you, it is great to hear that visitors enjoy Ocean Blue as much as we do. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lindsay5.0Apr 2022

  • "We took our two grandchildren away for Easter we didn’t like the holiday we LOVED it!"

    Everything about the apartment was good and very clean, beautiful flowers, welcome bottle of cava. Excellent Communication with Rona. Very well equipped kitchen, comfy beds, good bathrooms, nice patio. The owners thought of everything and more, chairs for the beach, wind breaker even a cool box. Very short walk to beach , beautiful coastal walks. Frequent buses.

    Thank you for taking o much time to explain what you enjoyed at Ocean Blue. So glad you had such a great holiday and hope to see you again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Bonita5.0Apr 2022

  • "What a great place to stay!"

    Good location, very close to the beach and within easy reach of most places. Apartment is wonderfully stocked with everything you need. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to others.

    Thank you for your response and we hope you do stay in Ocean Blue again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Maria4.7Apr 2022

  • "We had a great holiday at this lovely apartment lovely sea view from the lounge & terrace furnishings are to a very high standard we had everything we needed for our stay,Bed was so comfortable we had great nights sleep."

    Well equipped kitchen with everything you would need for a large family. Washing machine & dryer came in handy as we had some wet weather so could wash dry our clothes. We were made so welcome by Rhonda and Tony fresh flowers wine milk tea coffee ready for our arrival much appreciated.we stayed for two weeks Rhona came our second week with fresh towels tea towels for us. Our apartment was immaculately clean we would like to thank Rhona and Tony for looking after us...we would definitely stay in this apartment again when in Praa Sands..

    Thank you for this feedback, it is always so good to hear how well Rhona and Tony do. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Patricia5.0Oct 2021

  • "We were impressed by the quality and amount of the kitchen equipment."

    We liked being able to wash and dry wet suites outside. Lots of space and hooks. Fresh flowers is a lovely idea.

    Reviewed by Jackie5.0Sep 2021

  • "We are a family of 4 and have had a fabulous week staying at Ocean Blue in Praa Sands."

    The location of the property is fantastic and the amenities were spot on with everything you could possibly need. I’d highly recommend and would return for another stay

    Reviewed by Alison5.0Aug 2021

  • "Great location close to beach and coast path Very clean, comfortable, spacious ..."

    Great location close to beach and coast path Very clean, comfortable, spacious apartment with everything you could possibly need would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone

    Reviewed by Janis5.0May 2021

  • "The apartment was spotless, to be honest it's the best equipped rental I've ever ..."

    The apartment was spotless, to be honest it's the best equipped rental I've ever been to, very high standard of fittings & catering facilities, all apart from a rather dubious tin opener

    Reviewed by Sonia5.0May 2021

  • "Had a fabulous time in praa sands which is a place that is in my heart after years of holidaying down there as a child."

    Ocean Blue has lovely views of the beach even though it’s on the ground floor. The patio/decking bit at the front is lovely for sitting out on when weather is good and it’s close to lots of other beaches and coves nearby. We will definitely be back

    Reviewed by Lindsay5.0Apr 2021

  • "This apartment was absolutely great."

    Really close to the beach, very spacious, yet warm and cosy and extremely well-appointed - it had everything. Rhona could not have been more helpful. A splendid stay - we will definitely be back.

    Reviewed by Clare5.0Oct 2020

  • "We were very impressed with the  modern and  spacious  flat which  was immaculately clean."

    There is a good view of the sea from the large and sunny terrace, which had the benefit of being partially covered and with a stretch of wall which would give shade or shelter if required. The beds are very comfortable, and  there is enough equipment to cater for a large banquet. We received  welcome gifts of  flowers, biscuits, fudge, milk and Prosecco which is always a good start. A lot of thought had also gone into providing a folder with plenty of information about the flat, and the local area.  On our second day I sent a text with a query and the manager replied immediately so excellent service.Only negative comment is that the en suite is quite cramped but not an issue since there is a spacious bathroom.

    Reviewed by Sandra5.0Sep 2020

  • "Winter quilt on bed in main bedroom made sleeping uncomfortable."

    Location superb.

    Reviewed by Stephen3.1Aug 2020

  • "The apartment is beautifully furnished, spotlesly clean and surprisingly homely."

    It was spacious, with quality furnishings and furniture. The kitchen is a heaven for a cook as it has every possible tool needed as well as an eclectic range of artistic tableware.

    Reviewed by Justyna4.4Aug 2020

  • "Impeccably clean, very comfortable and well equipped apartment close to a wonderful long sandy beach, not too busy at all."

    Thank you for a lovely stay, 10/10!

    Reviewed by D5.0Aug 2020

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Summary

  • All-ground-floor
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC and 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size upon request)
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Utility
  • Geothermal heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, coffee machine, TV with Netflix, speaker and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Off-road parking for one car
  • Patio with furniture
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles

The property

Found in the charming coastal village of Praa Sands, this endearing all-ground-floor apartment is in a desirable location for those seeking a coastal adventure.

Offering a stylish, contemporary interior, the perfect base to retreat to after a day of exploration, this apartment property is perfect for your family retreat to Cornwall.

Enter via the rear of the property and into the hallway where you can kick off your boots and get to exploring your superb surroundings.

In the open-plan living space you will find a plush corner sofa to sink into settled beneath the wonderful handmade lights, designed by a local artist, these fantastic features tie in with the charm of the room to bring you and bright and airy spot to spend quality time together.

Enjoy preparing a warming home-cooked meal in the kitchen area, home to a good selection of appliances to assist you in rustling up any kind of cuisine you feel like.

The kitchen area benefits from a breakfast bar too, making a great spot spend your mornings with a cup of tea in hand, or enjoy more formal dining occasions amongst the dining table in the room, also making a great area for board games!

When it’s time to rest, you’ll find two bedrooms consisting of a king-size with an en-suite shower room and a twin with zip/link features, a marvellous layout for small families or couples to catch up on their rest.

In the summer months, be sure to make the most of the private patio area, with seating to recline into with a chilled beverage in hand as you relax into your evening amongst the fresh coastal breeze.

Take in the fabulous views of the popular Praa Sands beach, where you can enjoy an early morning dip before planning your day.

Both adrenaline and leisure seekers will be at ease in this seaside home, so choose your adventure, whether its surfing in the turquoise waters, rambling along the coastal path taking in the breath-taking views, exploring nearby Pengersick Castle or relaxing with a crab sandwich or cream tea, there really is no need to venture far.

Ocean Blue promises each and every guest a delightful escape.

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About the location

PRAA SANDS

Marazion 4.5 miles ; Helston 6 miles ; Porthleven 5 miles

The village of Praa Sands sits on the south coast in between Helston and Marazion. Praa Sands is known for its mile-long sandy beach and excellent surfing conditions. There is a bar/restaurant overlooking the beach – the perfect spot for lunch with a view or sunset drinks. Praa Sands is also home to a Golf and Country Club, from where the most wonderful sea vista can be enjoyed whilst you play. Just inland from the beach is Pengersick Castle, the tower of which dates back to the 16th century. It is said that Pengersick is haunted, and that the ghost of a monk has been seen wandering the grounds! The house at Pengersick is rumoured to be the birth place of John Carter, the self styled King of Prussia and a tunnel which leads from the house to the beach was apparently once used by smugglers. There are supermarkets and other retail stores in Penzance (8 miles) and Helston (6 miles).