A dramatic clifftop sanctuary for up to ten guests, with four exquisitely styled bedrooms, sweeping sea views and luxury finishes throughout – perfect for group escapes, special celebrations, or peaceful coastal retreats.
Aurora Skies pairs architectural flair with coastal elegance with its floor-to-ceiling windows, a sculptural spiral staircase, bespoke oak furnishings and rich finishes from leather Chesterfields to curated art combine to create a space that feels at once bold and comforting. Every room is framed by panoramic views of the Atlantic and terraces, balconies and elegant social spaces invite you to live in light, relaxing or entertaining with the sea as your constant backdrop. Just a short stroll from Porthtowan’s golden sands and lively surf, with coastal trails leading to hidden coves, this wonderful holiday home offers such luxury and comfort that you may never want to leave.
Step through the sleek front door into a dramatic foyer where the spiral staircase immediately draws the eye upward, promising wonder at every turn. The architecture flows subtly between levels, inviting movement through light and space.
The main living area is spectacular. Expansive glazing frames endless sea views and sliding doors open onto the terrace so indoor and outdoor living blend effortlessly. Chesterfield sofas, soft lighting, and elegant finishes make it equally inviting for relaxation or gathering.
Off the lounge, the snug doubles as a games room and flexible retreat. It features a comfortable sofa bed, smart TV, a collection of board games, and a desk for those who wish to catch up on work – all in a cosy, private corner.
A high-spec German Nolte kitchen anchors the home, with handcrafted cabinetry, granite surfaces, a sociable breakfast island and state-of-the-art appliances. Meals are shared around a bespoke Dekton dining table, and every moment is elevated by the ocean vista visible through the large windows.
Four bedrooms are designed to be restful havens. Three come with Ercol beds, while one is flexible (zip-and-link) and can be configured to suit your party. Two feature private balconies looking out to sea, and another offers a Juliet balcony. Floor-to-ceiling doors and blackout curtains ensure that views and privacy coexist beautifully.
Three en-suite shower rooms and an additional full bathroom offer luxury fittings, rainfall heads, and elegant tile work. Every bath and shower is designed to feel indulgent, with premium Villeroy & Boch fittings throughout.
The exterior is equally striking. A broad terrace is furnished for lounging and alfresco dining, complete with a Big Green Egg BBQ, hot tub and luxury outdoor furniture. Balconies off several rooms invite you to breathe in the sea air at any hour. A dedicated surf shed stores boards and wetsuits, and parking with an EV charger adds thoughtful convenience.
With its sweeping beaches, rugged moorlands, hidden woodlands, and rolling countryside estates, Cornwall is a superb destination if you want to spend some time bird watching on holiday.
One of the best spots is Hayle Estuary Nature Reserve, managed by the RSPB. This rich wetland habitat attracts a variety of birdlife, including teals, wigeons, and goosanders. While winter offers the highest numbers, spring and early summer also bring migrant waders such as oystercatchers, dunlins, and whimbrels to the tidal pools and marshes.
Marazion Marsh, also managed by the RSPB and overlooking the iconic St Michael’s Mount near Penzance, boasts Cornwall’s largest reedbed. It’s a haven for species like chiffchaffs, Cetti’s warblers, little egrets, and grey herons. Bitterns are regularly recorded here, and birds of prey, including sparrowhawks and buzzards, are often spotted too.
For a variety of songbirds and raptors, head to the Rame Peninsula near Cawsand. This beautiful area of tidal creeks, sandy beaches, and peaceful farmland attracts goldcrests, firecrests, warblers, and buntings. You may also glimpse birds of prey such as hobbies, merlins, peregrine falcons, and, if you’re lucky, the rare hen harrier.
At Stithians Lake, a large reservoir, breeding birds like little grebes, coots, and moorhens are common. Waders such as greenshanks, ruffs, and curlew sandpipers can also be seen foraging along the muddy banks.
Not far from St Ives, St Ives Island, actually a headland between Porthmeor and Porthgwidden beaches, is a top spot for seabird watching, especially in autumn. Huge flocks of skuas, terns, gannets, fulmars, and auks pass by, alongside waders like purple sandpipers, whimbrels, and turnstones.
Finally, no trip to Cornwall would be complete without exploring Bodmin Moor. This dramatic granite moorland, scattered with ancient ruins and rich in wildlife, is especially rewarding in spring and summer, when skylarks, stonechats, wheatears, and sedge warblers arrive to breed. In autumn and winter, the moor plays host to thousands of golden plovers, along with snipes and the more elusive jack snipe.
