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King Size Bed, Bedside Table, Lamps, Sea View-Good Day Sunshine
Living Room, Sofas, Electric Log Effect Fire-Good Day Sunshine
Seating Area, Sea Views-Good Day Sunshine
Childrens Room, Twin Beds, Bedside Tables, Bedside Lamps-Good Day Sunshine
Town and Sea Views

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Children's Room

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Cottage by the Sea, Wi-Fi, Pets Accepted

This delightful fishermans cottage perches high above the town of St Ives and offers families a quaint and comfortable retreat in one of Cornwall's most sought-after holiday destinations.

Set over three floors, Good Day Sunshine is a lovely little hideaway. On the ground floor is an open plan living room with an electric log-effect wood-burner, and a kitchen which has an AGA and small dining area. Upstairs on the first floor, there's a gorgeous double bedroom with a king size bed and sea views, as well as a family bathroom with freestanding tub and shower over. Children have their own lovely space to enjoy in the bedroom at the top of the cottage under the eaves, and there are more sea views over St Ives Bay from its main window.

Famous for its picturesque harbour, iconic Tate St Ives art gallery, terrific restaurants and independent shopping, St Ives is a dream location for family getaways. A bustling atmosphere during the summer months and a laid-back vibe out of season make it the perfect place for a getaway at any time of the year.

Close to the cottage are the Trewyn Sub Tropical Gardens and The Barbara Hepworth studio and garden, both great for days out with the family, as well as the many wonderful beaches in the area including Porthmeor and Porthminster. If you'd like to surf while on holiday St Ives Surf School (based on Porthmeor) offers wetsuit and board hire as well as surf lessons. The nearby Porthminster Beach is a good all-rounder for the whole family and there's also a wonderful beach café there where you'll be able to enjoy a cold drink and watch the waves roll in.

1 pet accepted: Please advise the Luxury Coastal team directly if you would like us to host your pet after completing your booking. A charge of £40 per pet per stay/week will be applicable and required before your stay. We will arrange and invoice with you directly upon booking confirmation.

*This property is accessed via 30 steps so may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
**Please note that parents of young children should be aware that the upstairs children's bedroom leads directly off the staircase, with no landing or door

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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage by the Sea, Wi-Fi, Pets Accepted pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage by the Sea, Wi-Fi, Pets Accepted?

As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage by the Sea, Wi-Fi, Pets Accepted on 14 May 2026 start from NZ$399, 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 Cottage by the Sea, Wi-Fi, Pets Accepted?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage by the Sea, Wi-Fi, Pets Accepted?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage by the Sea, Wi-Fi, Pets Accepted located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of St. Ives Theatre, Porthminster Beach and St Ives Harbour. Barbara Hepworth Museum and Harbour Sand are also within 10 minutes. St Ives Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kate I.

Great stay

This house suited me perfectly, I was travelling alone and it was perfectly positioned for very easy walking access around St Ives, to the galleries and near the station as travelled by train.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2024
Hi Kate, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay in St Ives and look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Phillipa L.

A relaxing week in St Ives

A chilled and cultural week in St Ives accompanied by comfortable accommodation, fine wine, tasty food and beautiful sunsets. What more can you want?
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2023
Hello Phillipa, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased you had a chilled and cultural week in St Ives and enjoyed the accommodation. We would absolutely love for you to return in the future. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location for a cosy stay

Location was brilliant and the house was perfect for our stay. It had everything we needed for our holiday and great that it was dog friendly. It would have been nice to use the top floor beds for our friend who joined us, but the owner will only allow children in this room. I’d also mention it needed some simple DIY : touchups to freshen it up a little. Thanks for a lovely stay overall!
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2025
Hi Tara, Thankyou for taking time to leave a review. We are delighted to hear that you found the location and Good Day Sunshine perfect for your stay! We appreciate your feedback and will follow this up. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday

Wow,it was wonderful..the steps were a workout,the view was stunning,Loved the layout of the cottage,easily to get to town,and nearby locations via train at st Ives.restaurants were amazing..thanks for the great weather..and bluest ocean,Highly recommend this good day sunshine cottage,what a brilliant way to describe this cottage as the sun poured in every morning.thank You!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2025
Hi Karen,Thankyou for taking time to leave such kind words. We are delighted to hear that you had a lovely stay away for your birthday at Good Day Sunshine! The location really is so stunning, topped of with the beautiful weather is a bonus. We hope to see you again in the future and hope you had a lovely birthday. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Got my steps in !

Nice property. Replete with all facilities for a family holiday. Clean and well maintained. Attic and living room got a little cold but settled down after a couple of nights of heating.Slightly difficult to access as in a narrow by lane with 30 steps leading to property. Nearest car park about . 5 miles away. Would maybe book something easier to access with kids next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2025
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased to hear the property was nice, clean and well maintained. We are sorry to hear the steps were difficult! We do hope to welcome you to stay with us again in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Just beautiful.

I had a wonderful stay at this beautiful, relaxing home. It was in the perfect location and was so relaxing. The only thing I would say was that the skirting boards needed a dust and I found a stained wine glass in the cupboard. So, maybe a bit more of a thorough clean is needed at times. I also think they could do with a fully sized ironing board as the mini one they have is not good for ironing adult clothes. But, apart from those little minor details, I loved it.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2024
Hi Yvette, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, we are so glad to hear you had a wonderful relaxing stay in the beautiful home within its perfect location. Thank you also for the feedback, we always welcome and appreciate this. We hope to welcome you back soon. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karsten T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gemütliche und geschmackvoll eingerichtete Unterkunft. Alle Beschreibungen entsprachen den Gegebenheiten vor Ort. Wir können einen Urlaub zu zweit nur empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2025
Hi Karsten, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the accommodation and that everything met your expectations. We would be happy to welcome you back anytime. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marc G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lage:City - Geschäfte, Bus, Touristeninfo sehr gut erreichbar, grandioser Blick von der Terrasse aus. Kommunaler Parkplatz 110 Stufen höher, am besten vorab online Langzeitticket kaufenABER: max. für 2 Personen und große Mülltonne auf der sehr kleinen Terasse, so dass man eigentlich keine Lust hat, sie zu nutzen; für Familien mit Kindern nicht empfehlenswert Ausstattung:Sehr charmant eingerichtet und liebevoll dekoriert mit lokal passenden Bildern, Sprüchen und anderen Dekoartikeln. Waschmaschine mit integriertem Trockner, Mikrowelle, Gasherd und -ofen, Fön, alles da. Besonders das Kinderzimmer ganz oben ein wahrer Wohlfühlort und im Gegensatz zu restlicher Wohnung sehr sauber.ABER:- Schon beim Eintreten in Wohnküche sehr unangenehmer Geruch durch Feuchtigkeit, evtl. Schimmel -Mikrowelle, Wasserkocher, Stuabsauger sehr alt und mit üblem Geruch -Schränke mit Staubnestern - Duschen in der Badewanne problematisch, da sehr niedrige Decke (und sehr kleines Bad insgesamt) und für Menschen über 1,80 m sehr beschwerlich- Teppich, Kuscheldecken, Couch sehr in die Jahre gekommen und müssten komplett ersetzt werden, auch Fensterputzen wäre dringend nötig - sehr viel MöwendreckFazit: Nur mit sehr viel Toleranz weiterzuempfehlen. Sehr schade, dass eine eigentlich so nette Wohnung so vernachlässigt ist. Sehr positive Bewertungen schwer nachvollziehbar und sehr ärgerlich, da man sich bei der Buchung auch daran orientiert.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2025
Hi Marc, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed review. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the central location, the views from the terrace, and the charm of the furnishings and décor. It’s great to know the children’s room stood out as particularly comfortable and clean. We’re sorry to hear that you felt other aspects of your stay didn’t meet expectations. Your comments regarding the condition of the kitchen area, appliances, soft furnishings, and bathroom layout have been noted and passed on to the property owner for review. While the furnishings do see use, they're kept up to the high standards we aim to be at, but we will look into it on the next changeover. We understand how important cleanliness and comfort are, and we’re committed to ensuring the property is maintained to a high standard. We also appreciate your feedback on the terrace. We do have to provide a serviced wheelie bin for the property, so we have ensured that tucks nicely right in the corner, leaving plenty of room for the table and chairs. The bin is also locked, so no smells will come out at all. Thank you again for taking the time to leave this review. We appreciate your feedback, and will take your points into account while we look to improve even further. All the best, Luxury Coastal

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