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1 Porthmeor Road

Holidays to St Ives are special at this pet-friendly holiday cottage

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Beds 3
Sleep 6
Baths 1
Dog Friendly

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About 1 Porthmeor Road

1 Porthmeor Road is a dog-friendly holiday cottage in St Ives and is only moments from the beautiful beaches of Porthmeor, Porthgwidden, Bamaluz and the Harbour. It is within easy walking distance of the best St Ives restaurants and places to visit with your loved ones. This self-catering cottage in St Ives promises a family or couple the chance to unwind and relax without travelling any great distance from their front door.

This St Ives holiday rental is in the heart of ‘Downalong’, a real hot spot for visitors to St Ives as it is so close to all the beaches, shops, restaurants, cafes and galleries. Holidays at 1 Porthmeor Road means everything is easily to hand whether you want to book surf lessons, have a BBQ dinner on the beach, casual strolls around the shops, while away time by having lunch with a view, catch up culturally by visiting a few museums or galleries or plan boat trips and stand-up paddle boarding in St Ives harbour.

The house is spacious and comfortably accommodates a family of six or two couples staying or provides a romantic retreat for a couple. Shake off the sand from the beach and enter into the large living area with a wood burner (for the chillier winter nights) through into the family-friendly dining and kitchen area. The kitchen is fully-equipped for self-catering in St Ives and your local deli on Norway Square or Fore Street offers plenty of Cornish food goodies to stock up the cupboards. For coffee lovers, there is a Nespresso coffee machine so please bring your stash of favourite coffee pods along with you! There is a separate utility area with a downstairs WC, a back door leads to an enclosed courtyard with a shower to rinse off the day's surf and salty toes and a perfect area for storing surfboards, bikes, wetsuits, buckets and spades! On the first floor, there are two bedrooms with a king-size bed and twin beds and also the family bathroom with a bath, WC and separate shower. The second-floor bedroom has zip and link beds so it can either be configured as a twin bedroom or a super king-size bed with over-roof top views of the sea. Being a dog-friendly holiday cottage, bring along your dog too, they are very welcome (with a few house rules to follow). There is free WiFi and good phone reception at 1 Porthmeor Road. There is a Smart TV and PlayStation PS3 (don't forget to bring along your own games) to keep the whole family entertained. Please note, that there is a travel cot available at the property, all you would need to do is bring your own baby's bedding and linen. Please request use of this if you need it and we will arrange for it to be left out for you.

Your nearest car park is on the Island in St Ives and is a minutes' walk away. Alternatively, the next nearest and large car park is on Barnoon and this is a 5 minute (uphill) walk or the largest car park at the leisure centre is approximately a 15 minute walk away.

Moments from the sandy slipway to Porthmeor Beach, St Ives holidays at 1 Porthmeor Road means you can choose to eat at Porthmeor Beach cafe or The Fishshed all within a few minutes beach walk from the cottage. is also very close to Porthgwidden beach and therefore the restaurant overlooking the beach. St Ives Harbour is a minute's walk away and the train station is a 10-15 minute walk away.

To re-cap, this self-catering home sleeps six and is in the heart of Downalong in St Ives and is pet-friendly and close to all amenities, restaurants, pubs, surf schools, galleries etc yet tucked back to offer peace during the evening and night.

1 Porthmeor Road

Located right in the heart of historic St Ives

From : £498

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Reviews

Simon Wheeley

Nov 23 2021

An ideally situated house for the beach and to go into St Ives itself for pubs and shops. A spacious house with a lovely open plan kitchen / dining room so great if you cooking/entertaining with family / friends. Master bedroom is spacious with lovely super king bed. Added bonus of a small backyard with shower ; handy for coming in off the beach or if you have dogs. 

Ros Dowding

Oct 04 2021

The cottage is very comfortable and well equipped with everything you could possibly need for your holiday. It really felt like a home from home. Just a very short walk to the beach which is perfect for families and surfers to enjoy. We even saw a beautiful seal there one afternoon! The cottage is very close to restaurants and shops in the town. We visited St Nicholas Chapel on the hill which is just a five minute walk away, the views from up there are breathtaking. The cottage has a little courtyard area with outside shower which was really useful. The cottage is a perfect place to relax, unwind and enjoy the best of Cornwall. We hope to return again next year. Billie and Sam at Orange Roofs were very helpful with advice about anything we needed, nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend both Orange Roofs and this cottage.

Nicola Graham

Jul 06 2021

An excellent property for our family, very spacious and everything was to a high specification. The outside space was especially useful and we enjoyed having our morning coffee chatting to passers by on the bench at the front. All the bedrooms were really spacious and the mattresses were just perfect - we all slept really well. Overall a great family home to use for a holiday which is well located for the beach and shops.

Phil

Dec 30 2020

Well furnished property with plenty of space and a very well stocked kitchen. Communication from Orange Roofs was prompt and always helpful. Would definitely recommend!

Nicky

Oct 10 2020

What a lovely cottage 1 Portmeor Road is, very well furnished, very comfy beds, we had an excellent week away with the family. Thank you.

Melanie Snell

Sep 15 2020

Thank you Orange Roofs for your excellent communication throughout. You were extremely thorough in giving us all the information as clearly as possible. Thank you also for the starter pack - milk ( for that much needed cuppa on arrival ) fudge and Prosecco! The house suited all our needs, it was very comfortable and well stocked. It was so convenient for everything - the beaches, the local store, the shops etc. Sadly, we didn't realise that all the restaurants, bars and pubs would be booked for weeks in advance but we compensated by having takeaways on the beach watching the sunset. We have stayed in St.Ives many times but this was by far our best find and we would love to return. Thank you!

F & A

Jul 27 2020

1Porthmeor was perfect for our family, close to the beach and town. The house was clean and very well equipped. Bedding and towels were beautifully clean and the outside shower made coming from the beach so much easier. The team at Orange Roofs were great, helping us to arrange parking, keeping us up to date in relation to Covid 19 restrictions within the town and also making sure we had all the details in relation to check in times etc. The only downside were the seagulls, very noisy, they don't appear to need any sleep!! Looking forward to going back next year.

Kim Dolmor

Jul 30 2020

We stayed in 1 porthmeor Rd cottage for a week . And from booking to leaving we had nothing but great communications with Sam and the team. The cottage was a stone's throw from Porthmeor surfing beach which is a beautiful beach and has fabulous sunsets. Also a couple of minutes walk from the wharf,the town and porthgwidden beach. The cottage was bright spacious and spotlessly clean. And had everything in it we needed for a perfect weeks stay.also great that the dog was also welcome and the bonus of Bamaluz dog beach just a few minutes walk away Thanks Orange Roofs we cannot fault you. Highly recommend you x

Paul Morris

Feb 24 2020

We really liked the location of 1 porthmeor, it was just what we were after, along with the facilities and layout. We were also pleasantly surprised by the care that orangeroofs took to help ensure we continued to have a nice holiday after an unfortunate incident. (which doesn't need to be discussed in this review) Finally we wish the owner well with the planned changes to the top floor, it should enhance an already pleasant property.

Claire

Dec 30 2019

1 Porthmeor Road was an excellent property, very well equipped and cosy. It is in a great location, close to the beach and shops. The property was clean and the heating was on so it was lovely and warm when we arrived. The welcome hamper was much appreciated too. We had a brilliant Chrismas holiday, thank you Orange Roofs! Would highly recommend.

Simon w

Dec 17 2019

The house is perfect in every way,in a great locationWe have been to st ives many times,but this is the first time we have used orange roofs,but definitely won’t be the last,highly recommended.

Juliane Ebert

Jul 22 2019

The house is best equiped and cosy and very close to Porthmeor Beach, which is faboulos for the whole family. Shops and fine resaurants are nearby, the Tate too. My family (my husband, three sons of 14, 12 and 9 and I) enjoyed our stay very much and found everything we needed and more. Support and communication with Sam Shepard was always nice and best prepared. We travelled by train, which was easy and comfortable as well. If we ever return, what I hope, we would love to stay at the same house again.

Jackie

Jun 01 2019

Had a wonderful time in St Ives and it was a good base from which to explore the surrounding area. The house was a comfortable retreat after the joys of negotiating the narrow streets and trying to find a parking spot! (We were warned). Easy walk to beaches,galleries and restaurants. Would certainly stay here again if I get a chance to return to this part of the world.

Kevin Westwood

Mar 30 2019

The house was fantastic in every way . We have used orange roofs on a number of occasions and every time it’s been brilliant no problems. The location was very good for beach and all pubs etc everything was first classs and service well done Sam and Ross Poldark Kevin Westwood

Mike

Mar 01 2019

The property is in a great spot just behind Porthmeor Beach and there is an entrance to the beach around 40 or so paces from the front door. You're also well located for the main part of St Ives (Fore Street) the Harbour and Porthgwidden Beach. The house itself is comfortable and well equipped, it also has a handy outside shower for washing off the sand after long lazy days on the beach (although you have to go through the house to get to the backyard). The yard is enclosed which also provides a great spot for drying wetsuit's and storing surf or body boards etc. Booking with Orange Roofs was really easy and I'd recommend the property and Orange Roofs if you're looking for somewhere to stay in St Ives.

Gill Armstrong

Feb 25 2019

1 Porthmeor Road is a super holiday property. Spacious and nice furnishings. Well equipped with everything you will need on holiday. The location is superb. Seconds away from the fabulous Porthmeor beach and minutes from the harbour, Portgwidden and the town. Our dog loved being able to run straight on to the beach. We were there in February but the house was lovely and warm. The wood burner is great feature although we did not need it as we had fantastic weather. Great restaurants and shops nearby. We had great breakfast and lunch at the Porthmeor beach cafe.

Ali Wilde

Nov 04 2018

From the moment we arrived at 1 Porthmeor Road we felt at home. Beautifully decorated, comfortable and fitted to a high modern standard, we had everything we needed for a week away from it all. Perfect location near Porthmeor Beach we literally slung the wetsuits on and hit the beach- the outside tap was very useful for a post surf session hose down and the outside area great for drying off the suits (with a warm outside shower!). We could amble into the harbour area and we were central for everything. The little touches of detail were also nice to receive- there was a bottle of Prosecco waiting, some lovely tea and coffee, dishwasher tabs, toilets rolls, cloths, etc. that meant we didn't need to dash out immediately to buy things. We could ease into our holiday and unwind. The information provided to us during the booking was invaluable and the attention to detail through this entire experience was fabulous- I can't rate this company enough. We will definitely be back and it's no surpirse No.1 Porthmeor is already booked for next October half term!

Jess Caulfield

Sep 27 2018

Stayed here for long weekend to celebrated my Fathers birthday. The house was in such a great condition literally 5 minutes from the harbour with all the shops and 30 seconds from Porthmeor beach. The house was perfect with open plan downstairs which was great for all the family to be sociable. Fantastic outside space with outdoor shower which was great to store surf boards. We brought our little one( 1 years old) and were provided a great high chair and travel cot so very useful!! Look forward to booking the place again.

Anna Catt

Sep 09 2018

A great property. This is second year we have stayed here and I have already booked for next year. It was lovely and clean on arrival Which we all appreciated as some places aren’t. So well equipped with dish washer and tumble dryer both making it an easy holiday and essential when you have soggy clothes or towels from beach or rain! Great that the outdoor shower is now hot too. Only real quibble is the carving knife is too blunt to deal with st ives bakery bread ! Thanks.

Breda Curtin

Jul 15 2018

We had the best holidays ever staying at this house. It’s a stone throw to the beach and we , with our four kids (14, 12, 10 & 5) had a brilliant week with Porthmeor beach as our playground. The house was immaculately clean when we arrived and it had absolutely everything we needed for a self catering holiday. I’d say it was the best equipped house we ever stay in. The TV and WIFI was super for down time especially after busy beach days. Highly recommend this property and hopefully when we will return to St Ives, this house will be available.

Josie

Jun 22 2018

Fantastic spot. Ideal for the town and dog walking on the island. Our second visit and would love to come again. We love Porth gwidden cafe so we could not have found a better location

Sandi Bowser

Mar 03 2018

Great cottage & great location, we shall definitely be back. Perfect cottage for 4 adults, 2 children & the dog. Rooms are very big and beds comfortable. One of the best cottages we have stayed in for comfort, space & location. There is plenty of space in all the bedrooms for a travel cot. Service from Orange Roofs was great start to finish. Needed to contact Sam a few times due to pipes freezing (it was a very cold & snowy week). She was great at keeping us updated and super helpful, can’t recommend them enough.

Jo

Sep 29 2017

Absolutely loved this cottage. In the twenty years we have been visiting St Ives two or three times a year, this is the nicest we have stayed in. Loved the location, the decor, the convenience of parking and the town. Ideal for dog walking. And proper beds, I have frequently gone home with back ache after staying for a week in some of the properties. Amazing weather all week!!

Becky

Oct 08 2017

Really lovely cottage. I echo everything the previous reviewer said. Location for Porthmeor Beach is fantastic, especially when you have a super-excited spaniel with you! You are also only a couple of moments away from the harbour and town so you get the best of everything. The cottage is lovely, really well designed clean and has everything you need. Our party consisted of four adults, a toddler and a dog and we had more than enough space, it would easily accommodate six adults comfortably. We have visited St Ives many times and will definitely be staying here again.

Richard

Oct 22 2017

A FANTASTIC cottage in the heart of St Ives. Very clean on arrival and easy to keep clean and sand free from our dog. The beach is 30 seconds away. Great little courtyard for pets or smokers. The beds are really comfy and the bedrooms spacious. Bathroom beautiful and downstairs, the kitchen is stunning, We have been been coming to Cornwall for a long time and know it well but never in St Ives. The cottage is a real GEM and will be back next year.

Allice

Dec 19 2017

Gorgeous kid and dog friendly house, great location by the beach and harbour but tucked away. Lovely fittings, bedding and attention to detail - plenty of space as well. We went for a pre-Christmas break and it was warm and cosy in the house with empty beaches and plenty of sunshine and welcoming pubs and cafes. Even parking was fine! Brilliant service from Orange Roofs. Will return next winter.
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