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

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In the heart of Downalong, St Ives, Breaking Waves is a charming fisherman’s cottage offering a pet-friendly haven. Step inside and enjoy the open-plan living area with well-equipped kitchen and comfy sofas or head out to explore nearby golden sandy beaches perfect for surfing or rockpool fun.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 651 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly

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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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchen

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

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
Onsite 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 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

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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About the neighborhood

St Ives is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of Carbis Bay Beach and St. Michael's Mount can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out St Ives Harbour. St Ives Museum and St Ives Society of Artists are also worth visiting. Visit our St Ives travel guide
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St Ives, Cornwall

What's nearby

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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Hub
    4 min walk
  • The Rum & Crab Shack
    3 min walk
  • St. Eia
    4 min walk
  • Harbour Gourmet Fish & Chips
    5 min walk
  • The Sloop Inn
    2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

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

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly located?

Situated in St Ives, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of BoatHouse Theatre and St Ives Harbour. Harbour Sand and The Island - Pendinas are just steps away. St Ives Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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

Reviews

Exceptional

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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

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

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 traveler

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