That famous ‘St. Ives Light’ fills the spacious and airy, open plan living space at Holiday Haunt. With a beautiful pitched ceiling, views across the park and towards St. Ives Bay, and traditionally clad in Cornish blue & White, your beach chalet holiday awaits…
Holiday Haunt is a characterful chalet which sits within Riviere Towans, 40 acres of unspoilt, natural and undulating dunes, which form the backdrop to the stunning stretch of North Cornish Coast running from Hayle Estuary to National Trust Godrevy. Sandunes, Sunsets, Seal spotting and Surf are what makes holidays here at Riviere Towans so special.
Holidays Haunt is perfect for families and couples alike and has two bedrooms (1 double, 1 twin) a shower room and a spacious kitchen, dining & sitting area which looks out towards St Ives Bay. This well equipped kitchen and dining space invites you to take your time, enjoying slow evening meals or morning coffees as you make plans to explore the wild landscapes, hidden coves, quaint fishing villages and world class beaches of West Cornwall.
Bedroom 1 - One double bed, Built in wardrobes.
Bedroom 2 - Large room with two single beds.
Open plan Lounge/kitchen/Diner - Comfy sofa and two armchairs, TV, fridge/freezer, cooker, washing machine, corner alcove dining area with views towards St Ives.
Shower Room - Fitted shower, W.C. basin.
Other features - Iron and ironing board, electric heaters. Travel cot and high chair. No Smoking and No Pets.
A message from Toms: Come and find us in our on site office open 9am-5pm Monday - Saturday and 9am-1pm on Sundays. From maintenance to housekeeping, travel tips and directions, we’re here to help! There is a 24 hour ‘out of hours’ contact number for us too.
The Location:
The holiday park is one of the oldest in the country, with the first chalets constructed in the early 1920s. Now a beautiful site with a vast range of unique, characterful and privately owned accommodation, including beach chalets, bungalows and lodges. Many have stunning sea views and all are within a few minutes walk of the beach.
On the doorstep:
Walk the coastal path at low tide all the way along the beach from Hayle river mouth to the Cliff tops of Godrevy. At Gwithian, towards the end of your walk, you’ll find great food and drinks from cocktails to coffees, ice creams to fresh seafood at the local cafes and restaurants.
For those seeking surf, beginners to experienced surfers and bodyboarders can enjoy doorstep breaks at Hayle River Mouth and Mexico Towans, both within walking distance of the park. Paddle boarding and kayaking on the Estuary, as well as kitesurfing and windsurfing are popular all year round.
Hayle is home to the RSPB Hayle Estuary Reserve, Paradise Park Wildlife Sanctuary, Hayle Lido, ice cream parlours, gift shops, great food (including Cornwall’s best Pasties from Philps), pubs and supermarkets.
Further Afield:
Take the coastal train from Lelant to St. Ives, and visit The Tate & Barbara Hepworth museums. Visit Newlyn Harbour and Fish market for the best in Cornish Fish. Wander around the historical market town of Penzance, taking in the Harbour and Egyptian House or take a day trip to Lands End and coastal walk to Sennen Cove.
Find your way to Knill's Monument and Steeple Woodland Nature reserve, a 40 acre public open space which overlooks St Ives Bay before making your way down to Carbis Bay for fabulous food and drinks on it’s sheltered beach.
Cornwall has always been a favourite of artists, writers and film producers and its rugged coasts and beautiful coves have featured in numerous films and TV series’ most recently, the popular Poldark series. Whether it is a relaxing break or a more action packed holiday you are seeking, Toms Holidays at Riviere Towans is the ideal destination.
Winter stays at Riviere Towans:
Riviere Towans is a great choice for your winter break, but it’s also the period that our owners tend to build and renovate, and when essential land maintenance and roadworks are done. Disruptions and sound may affect neighbouring properties, so please get in touch with us before booking if you are concerned.
The winter season runs from the 1st November until the 1st April OR a week before Good Friday, whichever is earlier.
All the properties we manage are self-contained and self-catering. All the kitchen equipment you will require for your stay is provided in the property. All properties include a microwave, TV, iron and heating to name but a few of the basics. A large number also include washing machines but do check the property particulars above.