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Surfers Nest - fisherman’s studio close to beaches

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Living area
Private kitchen
Interior
Room
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to St Ives Harbour
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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St Ives, Cornwall
  • Place, Porthmeor Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St Ives Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tate St. Ives
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom area

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Surfers Nest - fisherman’s studio close to beaches

Located on the ground floor of an old fisherman's cottage in the heart of Downalong, Surfers Nest (part of our budget-friendly range) started life as a net store and fish cellar for the cottage above. Only a few minute's level walk to Fore Street, the harbour and beaches. Providing good basic accommodation, this studio is ideal for the solo traveller or couples who want to be in the heart of town.

Kitchen/dining area
Breakfast bar with stools, electric cooker, microwave, fridge, stainless steel sink with a tiled surround and small water heater. Window with roller blind overlooking Teetotal Street.

Sitting room area
Painted granite walls with painted wood panelling below, small 2-seater settee, side-board, electric fire and flat-screen TV.

Bedroom area
Double divan bed, built-in wardrobe, drawers and reading lights. Small, high window with blind.

Shower room A very small room with shower, wash basin with small water heater and WC.

Heating is by electric fires.

Entrance porch and tiny courtyard with clothes line and a bench. 1-2 small/medium size dogs accepted.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11306380
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

St Ives

Located in St Ives, this cottage is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Porthminster Beach and Carbis Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour. Ready for a night out? Consider Acorn Theatre and Gwennap Pit. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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St Ives, Cornwall

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • St Ives Station - 12 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rum & Crab Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪St. Eia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bier Huis Grand Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Sloop Inn - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Surfers Nest - fisherman’s studio close to beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Surfers Nest - fisherman’s studio close to beaches?

As of 28 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surfers Nest - fisherman’s studio close to beaches on 15 October 2026 start from NZ$169, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Surfers Nest - fisherman’s studio close to beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surfers Nest - fisherman’s studio close to beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Surfers Nest - fisherman’s studio close to beaches located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of BoatHouse Theatre, St Ives Harbour and Porthminster Beach. Harbour Sand and Chapel of St Nicholas are just steps away. St Ives Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie H.

Liked: Location
Great location, pet friendly. Some fixtures and fittings a bit dated but overall lovely place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2026
Thank you for your review and for staying at Surfers Nest. We’re really pleased to hear you enjoyed the great location and found it a lovely, pet-friendly place to stay. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the fixtures and fittings, and we’ll make sure this is taken on board as we continue to look at ways to improve the property. We hope to welcome you back to St Ives again in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
this property is in an ideal location, centrally placed for beaches, walks and the town centregreat at anytime of the year and would book again if I'm staying the area
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2025
Thank you, Graeme, for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the fantastic central location of Surfers Nest and that it worked so well for your stay. It’s wonderful to know you’d book again, we’d be very happy to welcome you back anytime.
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8/10 Good

Neil T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a good place to stay just minutes from the town and beaches.Generally very clean.The outer front door needs fixing and a few kitchen items need replacing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2026
Thank you very much for your review, and we’re really pleased to hear you enjoyed the location and found Surfers Nest generally very clean and convenient for the town and beaches. We’re sorry to hear about the issues you mentioned. The outer front door and the kitchen items have been noted, and we have passed your feedback on to the owner so they can be addressed and reviewed as part of ongoing maintenance. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your comments, as it helps us improve for future guests. We hope to welcome you back again in the future.
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6/10 Okay

Shelley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Perfect location in the middle of a perfect line of cottages - just what I was hoping for. But, the ground floor of this terrace was basic, unheated and could do with a refurb. I know from experience that to really update this flat, you would need to throw 75-100k at it to insulate the ceiling (so you didn't have to listen to the 10 o'clock news), update the bathroom (massive sink not needed and tiny shower), simplfy the kitchen (4 hob cooker? who needs them, just a combo oven and one halogen plate) and the dishwasher tablet left with a bin liner? and I'm guessing that it would not be financially viable to spend that money.....So, maybe just have it as clean as possible, install some kind of heating to drive out the damp and try and forewarn guests in the kindest way that it is very basic and lower the price a little. Other people on the course stayed in B&Bs which were cheaper per night.I hate to be the negative one but after 40 years in hospitality its hard not be a little judgmental.There are so many things going for this property but it just needs to be a little cheaper and the listing a bit more realistic.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

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