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No.1 St Eia
St Ives, Cornwall
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No.1 St Eia is a beautifully renovated traditional cottage in the historic Downalong area of St Ives just 150m from Porthmeor Beach
3 nights from £755 Book Nowkey features
Within 100m From The Beach
Wi-Fi
Pets Accepted
Woodburner / Open Fire
Patio/balcony
Children Welcome
Freestanding Bath
Family Friendly
Bathtub
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Dishwasher
Outdoor Shower
TV
Refrigerator
Oven
Iron
Overview
The property’s three lovely bedrooms include two king size beds on the second floor and a twin on the top floor, while its two living rooms (a cosy ground floor snug with wood-burner, and spacious lounge with plush seating on the first) offer ample room for relaxation. On the ground floor, the gorgeous kitchen is well kitted-out for home cooking, and the dining area within the space is where guests can spend time sharing meals, playing board games or chatting about the day’s plans.
The Downalong, with its maze of narrow cobblestone streets, granite cottages, and whitewashed stone buildings, serves as the historic fisherman's quarter of the town, and this lovely cottage’s setting just 150 metres from Porthmeor Beach, the harbour and Porthgwidden, means you can be on the sand within a couple of minutes after stepping out the front door.
St Ives, a truly enchanting location on the Cornish coast, is dotted with art galleries and craft studios that feature a variety of works, from hand-blown glass to ceramics and paintings. Numerous excellent restaurants offer freshly prepared local produce, making it a delight for food enthusiasts. On days when the beach isn't an option, you can explore the charming lanes with names like Salubrious Place and Teetotal Street and find beautifully crafted souvenirs. The area's five stunning beaches including Porthminster and Carbis Bay, boast golden sands, clear waters, and wonderful views of St Ives Bay, making it an ideal destination for families or friends seeking the perfect beach holiday.
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Things to know
Check in time: 16:00
Check out time: 10:00
Good Housekeeping Bond or Accidental Damage Waiver
We ask our guests for a £150 Good Housekeeping Bond, pre-authorised against your credit card. This is in case there is any damage to the property during your stay. The money is simply reserved and then released afterward if there is no damage. We will contact you nearer the time of your arrival to arrange this.
Alternatively, a one-off, nonrefundable Accidental Damage Waiver of £30 can be added to your booking to replace the Good Housekeeping Bond and can be added as an extra when processing your booking.
Pets: 2 pets permitted charged at £40 per pet per week
Number of steps: 3 flights of internal stairs
Type of heating: Gas central heating
Linen & Towels: Bed linen is provided for your stay, however, if you require use of the travel cot you will need to bring your own cot linen. Each guest will be supplied with one hand towel and one bath towel for their stay. (If your holiday is longer than 10 days, please contact the Luxury Coastal team to discuss a mid-stay linen change)
Travel cot and highchair: Not available for this property
Wi-Fi: This property offers free Wi-Fi for guests, however, we cannot guarantee the speed and connectivity. Therefore, if you are planning to work during your holiday, we recommend bringing a Wi-Fi dongle.
Smoking: All of our properties are non-smoking and we ask that any party member who smokes, do so off the premises.
Room Information
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Living
*Newly installed carpets throughout
Ground floor
A lovely cosy room with exposed granite walls, two sofas, a Smart TV and a large fireplace and wood-burning stove
*Logs and firelighters supplied for first fire only
First floor
This gorgeous room is furnished with a Smart TV, a large plush corner sofa with matching pouffe, and an armchair -
Kitchen & Dining
Kitchen
The cottage’s street-level front door opens on to the contemporary ground floor kitchen which features a range of large and small appliances which include an induction hob, electric single fan-assisted oven and grill, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, cafetiere, kettle and toaster.
Washer/dryer, iron, ironing board and vacuum cleaner
A selection of glasses, cutlery, crockery, cookware and utensils is provided
Dining Room
Open plan with the living room it features a table and 6 dining chairs -
Bedrooms
Bedroom One
Situated on the second floor and furnished with a king size bed, bedside tables, bedside lamp, a built-in wardrobe, hanging rail and a mirror
Bedroom Two
This second floor bedroom is furnished with a king size bed as well as bedside lamps, bedside tables, a hanging rail, mirror and small chest of drawers
Bedroom Three
Situated upstairs on the top floor this light-filled room is furnished with twin beds, bedside tables, a mirror and chest of drawers
This room lies at the top of the staircase with no door, however there is a door at the bottom of the staircase so the room can be closed off if need be -
Bathrooms
Bathroom One
Located on the first floor, the family bathroom includes a walk-in shower, wash basin, free-standing tub, WC, mirror and cabinet
Bathroom Two
Located on the second floor this bathroom has a walk-in shower, a hand basin, mirror, cabinet, heated towel rail and WC -
Outside
To the front of the cottage is a small terrace with chairs, as well as on outdoor shower
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Parking
The long stay Island Car Park is two minutes’ walk from the property but please note that this car park is very popular so space availability is limited during the busier months
Information for all council car parks in St Ives can be found here
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Spread the cost of your holiday balance with our flexible payment plan Find out more.
Good Housekeeping Bond or Accidental Damage Waiver
We ask our guests for a £150 Good Housekeeping Bond, pre-authorised against your credit card. This is in case there is any damage to the property during your stay. The money is simply reserved and then released afterward if there is no damage. We will contact you nearer the time of your arrival to arrange this.
Alternatively, a one-off, nonrefundable Accidental Damage Waiver of £30 can be added to your booking to replace the Good Housekeeping Bond and can be added as an extra when processing your booking.
Welcome to St Ives
Thereās something special about holidays in St Ives and we just canāt quite put our fingers on it. It could be the beautiful light thatās attracted artists to the resort for generations, the cobbledĀ streets and coastal viewsā¦or that feeling of being a world away from the hustle and bustle.Ā
More about St Ives
Reviews
Christmas in St Ives
5/5
5/5
Great location in St Ives with a car park only being 100yds away. house was well equipped and very comfortable. Nicely decorated for Christmas which was a lovely touch and much appreciated . Would definitely book again
Ian, 10 Jan 2026
Hi Ian, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the location and found the house comfortable and well equipped. It’s great to know the Christmas decorations added a special touch to your stay. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
Nichola - The Luxury Coastal Team
Great location
4.2/5
4.2/5
This a nicely refurbished property in an excellent location in St Ives. The kitchen/diner is quite small when you consider it is for 6 people. It states it is a dog friendly cottage but once we arrived there is a sign on the stairs to the first floor stating dogs canĀt go any further so they are basically restricted to the ground floor. We were not aware of this restriction and I checked the details and there was no mention of it. That is not dog friendly so we wouldnĀt use this cottage again!
Dominic, 31 Oct 2025
Hi Dominic, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the property’s refurbishment and its location in St Ives. We’re very sorry for the disappointment regarding the dog policy. We understand how important it is for guests to have clear information, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Your comments will help us review the listing details to ensure they accurately reflect any restrictions so future guests are fully informed. We value your honesty and do apologise that this impacted your stay. Thank you again for sharing your experience. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team
Holiday with adult family, grandchild and 2 dogs.
4.7/5
4.7/5
Fabulous large house right in centre of St Ives. There was room for us all to spread out, although as the dogs weren't allowed in the upstairs lounge this wasn't utilised quite as much as we would have liked. We could all nip in and out with several beaches only a few minutes walk away and shops/bars/restaurants just around the corner - it suited our needs perfectly. While the cottage is traditional it has been modernised, having modern kitchen equipment, smart TV's and very comfortable sofas and beds. The 2 bathrooms were really lovely with fantastic showers, light up mirrors and a bath in the larger bathroom. The only downside for us would be some of the low ceilings and narrow stairs (we are all tall people) which caused a few head bangs but this is just the nature and age of the building. Also loved the outside tap and shower for getting the sand off the dogs and any wetsuits etc. We would definitely stay again.
Alison, 19 Jul 2025
Hi Alison, Thank you for leaving a review. We’re thrilled to hear the house suited your group so well and that you enjoyed the central location, being able to pop to the beach or grab a bite nearby really does make all the difference. It’s great to know you found the property spacious and well-equipped, and that the modern touches like the kitchen appliances, smart TVs, and bathrooms added to your comfort. We completely understand the challenge with the low ceilings and narrow stairs, it’s part of the charm (and quirks!) of a traditional St Ives cottage, but we appreciate your understanding. We’re also glad the outdoor tap and shower came in handy for sandy paws and wetsuits Thanks again for your kind words, and we’d love to welcome you back for another stay soon. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team
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