Working, surfing and the occasional pint!

We've been exceptionally busy over the last week with several incoming bookings, so apologies for no blog post over the last week or so! 

We had a good run of surf over the last week with some clean conditions most days either on the south or north coast and it seems to have continued into this week for those who are prepared  to search. 

I had a good surf on saturday down at Praa Sands first thing, with some high tide offshore fun, the sun was blazing and it had to be one of the mildest days so far of 2010. The sun continued through the weekend and all the puddles have dried and we seem to be going through a really nice spell. 

A pint at the Trengilly Wartha was due again on Sunday with their infamous Trengilly Gold ale proving a good way to pass the afternoon and catch up with friends.


Its been all happening in St Ives, the streets are getting busier again, the Tate has opened with Dexter Dalwood's new Exhibition, a great attraction for all those thinking of visiting St Ives.
 
We've also been looking at some new items for the apartments, so regulars can expect some subtle changes over the next year or so, very exciting as we are trying really hard to push our standards even higher. 

As usual we have some fantastic deals for late availability and last minute breaks, with these starting to book up quickly as people take advantage of the peace and quiet at this time of year and the surprisingly the good weather!

Surfing and hanging

The Sail Lofts has been busy this week with bookings flying in and a change of scene in some of the apartments. Whilst we are busy changing art, it is nothing compared to the scale of the rehanging at the Tate St Ives as they prepare for the new Dexter Dalwood exhibition opening on the 23rd January. 


New artwork has been added to many of our apartments, with some new pieces of work from Andrew Garner and additional pieces from Sonya Walters a local St Ives artist. Andrews work is very contemporary and his latest works, entitled ‘Passage’, reflect the layers in the stages of life.

It has been a good week of surf too, I've made it into the water a few times and feeling very jealous of those surfing Porthmeor today, 2-3ft and clean with a light offshore! Luckily the swell is going to keep rolling in we should be able to find a wave for a while yet. The winds are going to become a little more tricky, with North Westerlies forecast, possibly some South coast days?

For those who want to fly down to Cornwall for a bargain holiday, AirSouthWest are offering flights at £29, superb value!


We were interested to find out today too that not only are we five star but we have the Gold Award, which means we are at the very top of self catering holidays!

We still have great offers for breaks, so visit our website for more information and to take advantage of up to 50% off.

Its even been chilly in Cornwall!

 













The past week has been a very strange one for Cornwall, for one main reason, we had snow! Not only did we have snow but it lasted for more than a few hours, and even a few days! But enough of that, as all we have heard about for the last week is snow snow snow.....

The phones and emails have been going mad this week, perhaps as others are at home and bored we've been busy helping people arrange their holidays for later in the year. 

So after a rather busy week I was relieved when the weekend came and the surf had arrived. It was a bit colder than usual, with the puddles on the beach frozen and the car park white, but for the 6 of us out there it was well worth it.

St Ives Bakery were my saviors of the day as my pasty was piping hot and defrosted me thoroughly! A pint by an open fire in a pub in St Agnes (St Agnes Hotel) was also a welcome addition to the day, and thanks to the landlord, home made nibbles were handed around.


The surf this week is looking mixed with some potentially good days as a new swell arrives but the winds are looking very variable. So have to watch it closely to make the most of it. 


At The Sail Lofts we have some fantastic deals on last minute breaks for January, with up to 50% off some apartments, see here for more details.

We are also offering 20% off all breaks before the 11th February on all apartments.

For those of you considering getting away during the busy periods this year, i.e. school holidays, we recommend you book early to avoid disappointment as we are filling up very quickly. 

 

Snow in St Ives (just not for very long!)

Firstly, Happy New Year to you all!

West Cornwall saw its first snowfall of the year today! The hill tops were all white, the side roads and gardens of St Ives were white, but its all fading very quickly as the salt air and sun melts it and as the picture shows, its actually quite nice day!

On top of the snow we've also had some fairly stormy seas sweeping into the bay, all in all giving a blustery and wintery feel. A quick walk this morning from the beach to The Sail Lofts was refreshing, but I must admit the warmth of the 'lofts' was more appealing!

St Ives bought the New Year in with style with lots of fancy dress, frolics and celebrations. A quieter week has now entailed, especially for those who are snowed in!

We had our second art showcase on the 2nd January, with Andrew Garner exhibiting some fine pieces of work, which we have now placed into the apartments. Watch this space to find out when the next event will be.

If you are interested in a January or February break then please ring 01736 799 175 for our latest offers.

Fore Street at lunch time today looking very quiet after the hustle and bustle of Christmas.