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Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location

Cottage near Porthmeor Beach in St Ives

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Saint Ives, ENG
  • Place, Porthmeor Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St Ives Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Tate St. Ives
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About the area

St Ives

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Porthmeor Beach and Tate St. Ives. Bamaluz Beach and St Ives Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Porthgwidden Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Porthmeor Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Ives Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tate St. Ives - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Porthminster Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • St Ives Station - 12 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rum & Crab Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪St. Eia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bier Huis Grand Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Sloop Inn - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location

This is a beautiful Fishermans Cottage situated in a quiet road in the heart of Downalong. The property is nestled between three fabulous family beaches Porthmeor perfect for a spot of surfing, Porthgwidden which has a lovely safe beach perfect for families and the Harbour Beach with the fabulous backdrop of St Ives . We are a 2 minute walk to the shops and outstanding restaurants, the Tate and the Barbara Hepworth musuem. St Eia's location will provide a fabulous base with which to explore all St Ives has to offer.The cottage has been lovingly restored it has still retained a number of features but with a modern feel. This cottage would provide an excellent base for a family beach holiday nothing is too far because of its location you can pop backwards and forwards very easily and everything is on the flat no carrying surfboards up hills! The property is arranged over 4 floors, with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. There is a modern fully equipped kitchen, dining area with welcome pack on arrival. There is a large comfortable lounge with high ceilings. The third floor has one bedroom with twin beds and a bathroom on that floor. On the top floor there is a double bed with glimpses of the sea and an en-suite, that comprises of a shower toilet and hand basin. The cottage has Wifi access. We have made sure that you have all that you could possibly need, however if you find you need anything further or encounter any problems or issues during your stay, there is a local housekeeper on hand to help you. Entry to the property is by key-safe.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Towels are for the cottage use only and are NOT to be taken to the beach as this will incur a fine.
Rubbish to be separated into general waste and recyclable. Recyclable waste to be put in the clear bag provided. General waste in black bag provided
Both bags to be placed in wheelie bin, outside cottage, before you check out.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location to the airport?

This cottage is 41.5 mi (73-min drive) away from the Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location to the beach?

This cottage is a short 3-minute walk from Porthmeor Beach and 9-minute walk from Porthminster Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location to downtown St Ives?

This cottage is 0.4 mi away from St Ives.

Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From arrival, easy to park outside and drop off bags etc, The Island car Park was within a minutes walk. House was nice and cosy. Beaches were within a couple of minutes walk, so it was ideally located. Host was very good at communicating with us, even arranging a Christmas tree to be in the lounge.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay

Everything was great!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a few weeks staying in this cottage in November. Great communications with the host.House clean and has everything you need. Bit of a trek getting from the ground floor kitchen up to the double room on the top floor but we knew that prior. Very common though with all these cottages in this area.Really close to the beaches and the town.We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely traditional fishing cottage in old part of St Ives, very close to harbour, several beaches. Cottage is quaint, but had everything we needed. Comfortable and attractive and most enjoyable.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house

Great house in great location, beds nice and comfy lovely and clean too. Had a lovely stay in the house and pet friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

We all really enjoyed our stay at this cottage. The beds were very comfortable and we all slept well after our days exploring St Ives. The cottage has everything you possibly need and the location perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The cottage is lovely and ideally situated. We were able to potter about to our hearts’ content and St Ives has so much to offer. Our host answered our queries quickly and fully. Check in was easy. Well appointed with everything we needed. Thank you for a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Fabulous cottage well presented comfortable and right in the centre

We had a great time lovely cottage in a great location we would use this cottage again really homely feel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Lovely cottage, well-equipped, and great location - many thanks 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anja I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint cottage near beaches. Can see a glimpse of sea from upstairs bedroom. Love the location. Could walk everywhere. The house is clean, and styled very cute. No musty smell. There are a lot of stairs so if mobility is an issue then this might not be best choice. My mom and I felt right at home. It was a great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location lovely cottage

Quite a lot of stairs (four rooms on four floors) but nice layout.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lesley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishermans Cottage

Lovely quaint cottage in a perfect location for the beach, shops and restaurants. Our first visit to St Ives but it wont be our last, it really is stunning
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

Beautifully appointed, great location!

We enjoyed a very relaxing winter break at 4 St.Eia. Comfortable warm and a short walk to the town and beaches. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cottage Perfect Location

Great cottage really homely and a very comfortable stay, Owner answered all questions before our stay right away. 5 star rating across the board
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damon E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing as usual

Fantastic property, great location, everything you could want from a relaxing and very special stay in beautiful Saint Ives. Highly recommend this property, would love to stay again for a third time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LYNNE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We love this cottage.

Renting it is very easy.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LYNNE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home

We love this cottage, we've book it for the last 5 years
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

St ives

Lovely property well situated and equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mikayla m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little property, very comfortable and fantastic location

A great little dog friendly property situated with everything you need on the doorstep - beaches, cafes, restaurants, pubs, shops. Very comfortable and clean. The slight issue we had with the toilet and shower was sorted very swiftly with excellent communication with the owner. Will have no hesitation in booking to stay here again - thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic little town house.

Fabulous little town home. Absolutely ideal for a few days in St Ives. So close to the beaches. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely centrally located cottage in St Ives

Beautiful cottage Stayed for an spring long weekend. 4 floors - very clean & well equipped. Good communication with owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LYNNE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

HOME FROM HOME

This property is great near to all amenities... You have a great cleaner of your property, every thing was lovely.. I will be booking again next year if possible.. Thanks A. LM Brecknock and Family
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Simon W.

Fantastic position

We had a great holiday in your cottage, everything we needed was at hand. We especially liked that it was in a quieter part of St Ives but incredibly near to a nice beach. We also liked that fact that it's near to great restaurants and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lorna m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We just wanted a beautiful location quiet and lots of little coffee stops sea front and sister time

Lovely cosy homely cottage. Minutes from the sea front. Everything you’d want and more. Lots of games in premises for a rainy day to!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui B.

Very well appointed comfortable cottage, well positioned for town centre & a long stay carpark

We had a great time in St Ives and the convenient position of the cottage allowed us to come and go as we pleased with no need to use the car . Cottage well equipped and everything we needed was available . Kitchen, bathroom and ensuite newly fitted out . Overall an ideal holiday base .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2016