In the heart of Downalong, St Eia's location offers a fabulous base to explore all St Ives has to offer. Unwind in this beautifully renovated Fishermans Cottage with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and comfortable lounge with high ceilings. Enjoy fast WiFi access, a welcome hamper on arrival and modern fully equipped kitchen.
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9.89.8 out of 10
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2 bedroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
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.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
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
Up to 23 kg 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
Smoke-free property
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
Snorkelling 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)
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in St Ives, this cottage is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Carbis Bay Beach and St. Michael's Mount can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour.
St Ives Museum and St Ives Society of Artists are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our St Ives travel guide
Is Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
What time is check-in at Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Fisherman's Cottage, fantastic Downalong location located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Bamaluz Beach and St Ives Harbour. The Island - Pendinas and St Ives Museum are just steps away. St Ives Station is 12 minutes by foot.
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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.
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.
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!
I loved the position of 4 St Eia, so close to the beach for a morning swim and to the School of Painting and yet very peaceful at night. Lovely bedlinen, beautifully clean and I had everything I needed. Not five stars due to one or two niggles during my stay which just needed a bit more maintenance/attention. eg TV, taps and there is a lot of going up and down stairs!
Very good cottage in a perfect location, only slight negative would be that it spans 4 floors so was a bit of a pain going upstairs / downstairs but that’s not really a big issue
Adam D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katherine
10 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was quiet , clean, homely yet modern , very well equipped kitchen, extremely handy location within short wa short walking distance to the beaches pubs restaurants and shops. Excellent hosts and a lovely welcome pack waiting for us. Four floors were fine for us but if you struggle with stairs might be difficult.we will definitely be booking this gorgeous fisherman's cottage again!
andshops..Exxellent
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.
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.
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.
Anne C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
15 Oct 2017
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
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
Lesley T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephen K.
28 Feb 2018
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.
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.
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!