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Drop Anchor – Downalong - St Ives – Sleeps 6

Vacation home in St Ives with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels
TV, fireplace
TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6936 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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St Ives, Cornwall
  • Place, Porthmeor Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St Ives Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Porthminster Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St Ives

This vacation home places you next to The Island - Pendinas and Chapel of St Nicholas. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Porthgwidden Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Porthmeor Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St Ives Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tate St. Ives - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Porthminster Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • St Ives Station - 12 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sloop Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Porthmeor Beach Café Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cintra Seafood Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Rum & Crab Shack - ‬4 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.

Drop Anchor – Downalong - St Ives – Sleeps 6

Located in the popular Downalong area, Drop Anchor is a traditional fisherman’s cottage in the heart of St Ives. Sleeping six guests and only a stone’s throw from The Island and both Porthgwidden and Porthmeor beaches, this is the ideal bolthole for your Cornish getaway.

Accessed off Island Road, you will enter the open plan living, dining and kitchen area. With warming coal effect gas fire, two comfy sofas and Smart TV, this living room is the perfect spot for relaxing after a day on the beach.

Moving into the kitchen and dining area, this tastefully decorated space is well appointed and fitted with everything you need to feed the family including gas hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. There is a dining table with seating for six.

From the kitchen area, you will find a charming, shared courtyard area with a bench, ideal for your morning cup of tea.

The comfortable master bedroom is located on the top floor and features a small private balcony, with table and chairs for two, a lovely spot for a romantic glass of wine in the evening. There is also a king-size bed, TV and storage space.

The second and third bedrooms are located on the first floor. The second bedroom offers a king-size bed and en-suite bathroom. The third bedroom has bunk beds.

The spacious family bathroom is located on the first floor offering a bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC.

There is an en-suite shower room off the second bedroom featuring a shower, wash hand basin and WC.

• Wifi Included
• Linen and Towels Provided
• Dog-Friendly – Max One Small Well Behaved Dog. We’d love to welcome your furry friend! Just let us know in advance. Please note a £20.00 charge applies.
• Baby Equipment Provided – Highchair and Travel Cot
• No Parking Provided
• Check in – 5.00pm
• Check out – 10.00am
• Please note, Drop Anchor has feather bedding.
• Access Statement – Drop Anchor can be accessed at either the front or rear of the property. There are two steps to the front door which enters into the living room. There are three steps to the back door which enters into the kitchen. Please note, the holiday home is located over three floors and guests will be required to climb stairs. The stairs to the attic bedroom are steep and narrow.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 936 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

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 23

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

593825

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in St Ives, just steps from Porthmeor Beach and Porthgwidden Beach, and within a short walk of Tate St. Ives. You'll also find St Ives Harbour and Porthminster Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Drop Anchor – Downalong - St Ives – Sleeps 6 a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.

Are there hot tubs at Drop Anchor – Downalong - St Ives – Sleeps 6?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is about 26.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Drop Anchor – Downalong - St Ives – Sleeps 6?

Yes, every accommodation at Drop Anchor – Downalong - St Ives – Sleeps 6 comes with a balcony.

Drop Anchor – Downalong - St Ives – Sleeps 6 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cleo J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning week

Really impressed with location and property
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023