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Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard

Cottage near St Ives Harbour in St Ives

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A coastal view from a building with stone walls and a tiled roof, overlooking turquoise sea and surfers.
A view through a window of a narrow street with buildings on either side and a clear blue sky.
A dining area with a table set for breakfast, a staircase, and a wall with decorative items.
A cozy room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window.
A neatly made bed with white linens and a blue patterned bedspread, a dark blue headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a white dresser with a mirror, and a blue door in the background.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroom474 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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St Ives, Cornwall
  • Place, Porthmeor Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St Ives Harbour
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tate St. Ives
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St Ives

In St Ives .At this cottage, you'll be steps from The Island - Pendinas and St Ives Society of Artists. Porthmeor Beach and Chapel of St Nicholas are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Porthmeor Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Porthgwidden Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St Ives Harbour - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tate St. Ives - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Porthminster Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • St Ives Station - 12 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mine Brewing Taproom - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Rum & Crab Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Sloop Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cintra Seafood Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hub - ‬5 min walk

About this property

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

Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard

Seconds away from the famous and sandy Porthmeor Beach, Puffin Cottage is a classic characterful fisherman’s cottage nestled in the heart of Downalong, St Ives. This traditional cottage radiates Cornish charm, is spread across three floors and boasts lovely sea views. Take a step through the narrow-cobbled streets of Downalong and transport yourself to the golden beaches of St Ives, visit the world-renowned Tate Gallery and dine at the many independent restaurants. Puffin Cottage is the perfect base to immerse yourself in that laid back Cornish culture.

The open plan living dining area has seating for four. Why not open the stable door and allow the salty air to surround you or peacefully watch the world go by as other holidaymakers explore this historical town? Looking for some entertainment? Switch on the TV or cosy up with a book. On the ground floor is a well-equipped kitchen, with all you could need to cook up a storm. There is an oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and coffee machine. In addition, there is a bijoux breakfast nook with two chairs situated in the corner.

Puffin Cottage has two bedrooms. The master bedroom has wonderful flexibility and offers a king size bed that can be split to make two single beds on request. There is also hanging space for clothes. The playful second bedroom, has a bunk bed perfect for children. There is also a window seat, ideal to soak up those sea views. The family bathroom has a bathtub with a waterfall showerhead, wash hand basin and WC.

There is a small courtyard outside the front of the house overlooking the iconic Porthmeor Road. Take a seat on the bright and cheerful outside furniture and enjoy a cup of coffee or cocktail in the warmer months.

Gas Central Heating

We Do Not Accept Pets

No Parking

Wifi Included

Linen and Towels Provided

Check in – 5.00pm

Check out – 10.00am

Puffin Cottage is a traditional cottage and the stairs inside may not be suitable for some guests. Please always supervise children near stairs.
Access Statement – Puffin Cottage is accessed via two small steps leading to a stone path followed by a further two steps to the front door.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 474 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

  • No pets allowed

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard to the airport?

This cottage is 40 mi (63-min drive) away from the Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard to the beach?

This cottage is a short 1-minute walk from Porthmeor Beach and 2-minute walk from Porthgwidden Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Puffin Cottage, Downalong – Sleeps 4 – Courtyard to downtown St Ives?

This cottage is 0.3 mi away from St Ives.

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