Placerville offers stunning views across the bay and has been recently renovated.

Placerville offers wide-sky views across the bay and has been recently refurbished to create a welcoming base on Riviere Towans Holiday Park, Hayle. Light, bright and thoughtfully arranged, Placerville sleeps up to three guests across two bedrooms and sits moments from three miles of golden sand and a beautiful stretch of the South West Coast Path—ideal for exploring St Ives Bay and beyond.

A sociable living/kitchen/dining space opens through French doors to a sunny deck, inviting unhurried breakfasts and relaxed evenings outside. The updated kitchen is well equipped for easy self-catering, while the double and single bedrooms provide comfortable places to unwind after coastal adventures. A well-presented shower room completes the interior. With space for two cars directly outside and a private deck positioned to make the most of the setting, Placerville keeps holiday living wonderfully simple.
Living/Kitchen/Dining – TV, sofa, two easy chairs and dining table with chairs; French doors open to the deck. Kitchen – Newly refurbished with electric hob and oven, fridge with small freezer section, microwave and fitted cupboards. Bedroom 1 – Double bed, chest of drawers and hanging space. Bedroom 2 – Single bed with hanging space and shelving. Shower Room – Shower cubicle, wash basin and WC. Parking – Space for two cars on the grass directly outside the chalet.
Outside

Deck accessed via French doors—great for morning coffee, open-air lunches and evening sunsets—plus far-reaching bay views.

A Message from Toms

Come and find us in our on-site office open 09:00–17:00 Monday–Saturday and 09:00–13:00 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. Today it's a beautiful site with a wide range of unique, quirky 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 along the beach from the Hayle river mouth to the cliff tops of Godrevy and the surf break at Gwithian, where you'll find great food and drinks from cocktails to coffees, ice-creams and fresh seafood at local cafés and restaurants.

For those seeking surf, beginners to experienced surfers and bodyboarders can enjoy doorstep breaks at Hayle Rivermouth and Mexico Towans, both within walking distance of the park. Paddleboarding and kayaking on the estuary, as well as kitesurfing and windsurfing, are popular 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 Tate and the Barbara Hepworth Museum. Call in at Newlyn Harbour and the fish market for the best in Cornish fish. Wander the historic market town of Penzance, taking in the harbour and the Egyptian House, or head to Land's End and the coastal walk to Sennen Cove. Seek out Knill's Monument and Steeple Woodland Nature Reserve, a 40-acre public open space overlooking St Ives Bay, before making your way down to Carbis Bay for fabulous food, drinks and its sheltered beach. Cornwall's rugged coasts and beautiful coves have inspired artists, writers and filmmakers and feature in numerous films and TV series, including the popular Poldark series.

A Year-Round Destination

Whether you're after a laid-back beach break, family adventures or a romantic coastal escape, Toms Holidays at Riviere Towans is the ideal base.

Winter Stays

The winter season runs from 1 November until 1 April (or the week before Good Friday, whichever comes first). Crisp coastal walks and cosy evenings make this a lovely time to visit.

Property Essentials

All our holiday homes are self-contained and self-catering, with well equipped kitchens, TVs, heating and plenty of home comforts. Many also include washing machines. Check the property details above to see the exact facilities available.