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Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly

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Dining
Floor plan
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 651 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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

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About the area

St Ives

At this cottage you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Porthmeor Beach and St Ives Harbour. .Accommodation features a washing machine, 2 bathrooms and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available.

What's nearby

  • Porthgwidden Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Porthmeor Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Ives Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tate St. Ives - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Porthminster Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • St Ives Station - 11 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rum & Crab Shack - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪St. Eia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bier Huis Grand Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Sloop Inn - ‬2 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.

Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly

Breaking Waves is a traditional fisherman’s cottage arranged over three floors, nestled in a quiet corner of Downalong in St Ives. Beautifully presented and welcoming to dogs, this inviting retreat is just a short walk from the sandy shores of Porthmeor and Porthgwidden beach - perfect for surfing, swimming or family days exploring rock pools. The town’s well-known galleries, eateries, cafés and independent shops are all within easy reach, making it an ideal getaway whatever the season.

Inside, the ground floor opens into a sociable living, dining, and kitchen area. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern conveniences, including a dishwasher, fridge with freezer compartment, electric hob and oven, microwave, washing machine and a Krups coffee machine designed for Nespresso pods. The comfortable living space has a Smart TV and a dining table that can be extended to accommodate up to six guests.

Upstairs, the second-floor main bedroom offers a charming, vaulted ceiling, a double bed, TV and its own ensuite shower room with wash hand basin and WC. On the first floor, there is a second double bedroom with a handy walk-in wardrobe, as well as the family bathroom, which includes a shower over the bath, heated towel rail, wash hand basin and WC. The third bedroom, also located on the upper level, features another vaulted ceiling and is furnished with a single bed and pull-out trundle, providing flexible sleeping options.

To the front of the cottage, a wooden bench creates a lovely spot to enjoy a morning coffee or relax with a drink after a day discovering all that St Ives has to offer.

Gas Central Heating

Three well behaved dogs are welcome – A £20.00 charge per dog per week applies. Please note that dogs must not be left in the holiday home unattended or allowed on any furniture

No Parking

Wifi Included

Linen and Towels Provided

Check in – 5.00pm

Check out – 10.00am

Please note, the log burner/fireplace is for decoration only

Access Statement – There are no steps to the front door of Breaking Waves. However, please note that there is one small step down into the property directly after the front door

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 549 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

  • Pets are welcome
  • 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
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. No on-site parking is available. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Breaking Waves Downalong St Ives Sleeps Six Pet Friendly
Breaking Waves Downalong St Ives Sleeps Six – Pet Friendly
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly?

Yep, Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly is a short 2-minute walk from Porthmeor Beach.

Does Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly?

No, Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in the middle of Downalong so great location
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent

Very clean and comfy, well equipped and close to centre, nearby car park
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025