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Downalong holiday cottage rental with beach/lake nearby, internet access, balcony/terrace and walking

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  • Cottage
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • Min stay varies
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.25 km
  • Child friendly
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

From the owner

If you would like to book this cottage and avoid the very high fees added for guests, please scroll down to below the description, it’s one I pay a yearly charge for so guests don’t have to and so it’s much cheaper to book there.

A unique and beautifully designed artist's cottage full of original and interesting features, with an idyllic, sunny and secluded raised garden. It is situated in a quiet lane close to the Barbara Hepworth and Trewyn gardens, and is two minutes stroll from the main shopping street, restaurants, and sandy beaches. It has two good sized bedrooms, comfortably accommodating four people. All of the windows have sea views and there is a sunny conservatory for dining in, and a hand made woodburner for winter evenings.

The sunny garden is both south and west facing. It looks out towards the harbour and is bordered by many beautiful flowers and interesting sub tropical plants. There is a curved, raised deck, also looking down to the harbour, which is a magical place to have breakfast on sunny mornings, or to lie out in the hammock under the tree which grows through it.

The cottage contains original artwork by various artists including the owner who works from one of the Porthmeor studios in St.Ives. Together with her husband who is a carpenter, they lovingly look after the cottage and it's garden themselves.The cottage has been stylishly renovated with a light and airy open plan feel with many sky lights and different levels giving it a distinctive and original feel. The many hand made features include the unusual woodburner and fireplace, hand-made tiled worktops and natural rose coloured slate floor in the kitchen, wooden shutters on the bedroom windows and hand-crafted woodwork throughout.

If you’d like to avoid the high commission charges on this site you can go to one I pay a yearly fee for and so it is free from extra fees for guests and quite a lot cheaper. It’s garden cottage stives (all as one word with the usual British ending)… sorry I’m not allowed to spell it out. There you will also find my contact details incase you’d like to talk to me about any aspect of the cottage before deciding to book.

Thank you, Rachael

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Double Bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 Single Beds
  • 1 Family bathroom

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • Cot available
  • High chair available

Access

  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • High chair available
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system

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Interaction with guest

I live in St Ives so if you need anything at all we are on hand to help. I will sometimes text you and pop by when it suits you after you have settled in to say a quick hello and help with any recommendations or questions you may have.
Garden Cottage, beautiful artists cottage, secluded raised garden & sea views. – Home 340085

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    Garden Cottage, beautiful artists cottage, secluded raised garden & sea views. – Home 340085

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    Things to know

    Check in: 15:00 Check out: 10:00
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    Payment

    This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
    Damage deposit: £200.00

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    Smoking

    No smoking at this property

    House rules

    Changeover day in summer is a Friday and week long bookings only from around Easter or sometimes from April/May through to October. Short breaks available at all other times.

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    About the owner

    Rachael K.
    Average reply time:
    2 hours 33 minutes

    Calendar updated:
    28 Apr 2024

    Years listed:
    11

    Languages spoken: English, French, German
    This Cottage has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and sleeps 4. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 12 Sep 2013. Located in St Ives, it has 14 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate varies from £676 to £1867.
    The Owner has a response rate of 100% and the property’s calendar was last updated on 28 Apr 2024.
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    Reviews

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    C5850WVemmah

    What a find!
    Mar 2022

    This is a most unusual find, the owner lives in St Ives and was so helpful when we asked for anything. I came to stay with my Mum and it was very comfortable, toasty warm underfloor heating and so clo… More 

    Reviewed 13 Mar 2022

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    B4059ZAlucyh

    Beautiful, quirky cottage in perfect location
    May 2021

    We are still wishing we were back in St Ives at this lovely cottage! It was perfect in every way. It is in a quiet location up a little lane but you are in the centre of town within a one minute wal… More 

    Reviewed 12 May 2021

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    671aimeep

    Hidden Gem
    Apr 2021

    A beautiful cottage bursting with personality. Fantastic location and the closest experience you can have to feeling like an authentic St Ives local. The garden is a sun trap and the sea views from th… More 

    Reviewed 9 May 2021

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Relax560133

    Lovely cottage with big garden in fabulous St Ives location
    Aug 2018

    Rachel's beautiful cottage is located just over the road from the Barbara Hepworth museum and a stone's throw from St Ives' shops and beaches. It is charmingly decorated and has an ama… More 

    Reviewed 18 Oct 2019

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    janemK9426TY
    Bursledon, United Kingdom

    Wow, what a find
    May 2018

    I had been trying to book this for several years and was not disappointed. Obviously its very popular so i'm not surprised it books up early as it is a little gem. Rachael couldn't be more… More 

    Reviewed 7 Oct 2019

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    Owner's reply:
    Thank you Jane, that’s such a lovely thing to read. I’m so pleased you loved your stay in the cottage and hope to see you back here in St Ives again, Rachael

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    Review 1-5 of 14

    FAQs

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    How can I retract my booking request?

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    How do I edit my booking?

    You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Rachael (the owner) a message.

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