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Porthia Cottage is a 19th-century mid-terrace cottage in the heart of Downalong, just minutes from beaches and harbour. Unwind in the open-plan kitchen/dining/sitting room or enjoy panoramic views from Bedroom 3's loft room.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Porthia Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Thoughtfully updated to maintain its charm this 19th century mid-terrace cottage is well situated in the heart of Downalong only 2 minutes' walk from the beaches and harbour and just seconds from the Island. Built across 3 floors and sleeping 6, Porthia Cottage is your home away from home.

Ground Floor
Open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room covering the entire ground floor with windows at both ends.
Kitchen area. Recently refitted with electric cooker, black sink unit, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher. Ample storage and solid oak work surfaces and breakfast bar.
Dining area. Extending dining table and seating for 6.
Sitting room area. Comfortable 2 seat and 3 seat settees and a single armchair. Coffee table, TV/DVD and iPod docking station. Modern flame electric fire.

First Floor
Bedroom 1. Twin beds, built-in combination wardrobe and wash basin.
Bedroom 2. Double bed, pine chest of drawers and built-in hanging cupboard and wash basin.
Bathroom. Cottage bath with electric shower over and folding shower screen, wash basin and WC. Airing cupboard and immersion heater.

Second Floor
Bedroom 3. Loft room with panoramic views of the Island and sea beyond from one side and view over rooftops to Godrevy Beach on the other. Twin beds tucked under low dormer roof and chest of drawers.

Porthia Cottage is accessed at street level in Burrow Road.
Heating is provided by modern, thermostatically controlled electric wall-mounted heaters in each room.

Well-trained dogs are accepted by arrangement.

Please note: scaffolding has been erected at Porthia Cottage for repairs to the roof.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Unit size: 797 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
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
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

Property is also known as

597661

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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our St Ives travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Lovely spot for a drink or meal. We had 2 x full English and 1 vegetarian breakfast. Was very good and reasonably priced. Friendly staff.
    Porthgwidden Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Porthmeor Beach showing a sandy beach and a coastal town as well as a large group of people
    Porthmeor Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tate St. Ives featuring signage and heritage architecture
    Tate St. Ives
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Porthminster Beach featuring a coastal town and a sandy beach
    Porthminster Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St Ives Harbour
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • St. Eia
    4 min walk
  • The Sloop Inn
    2 min walk
  • Porthmeor Beach Café Bar
    5 min walk
  • Harbour Gourmet Fish & Chips
    6 min walk
  • Hub
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Porthia Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Porthia Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Porthia Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Porthia Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of The Island - Pendinas and St Ives Harbour. Chapel of St Nicholas and Porthgwidden Beach are just steps away. St Ives Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Porthia Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional