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Penny’s Place – Charming Downalong Apartment Near Beach and Harbour, Perfect for Families

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A beach with buildings in the background, a sandy shore, and several boats.
A dining area with a table set for four, a grey sofa, and a wooden chair.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, striped pillows, and a wooden floor.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, patterned cushions, a dining area with a white table and chairs, and a wall with a decorative sign.
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, white pillows, and a rolled-up towel. There is a bedside table with a lamp and a mirror.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom44 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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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

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About this property

Penny’s Place – Charming Downalong Apartment Near Beach and Harbour, Perfect for Families

Tucked away in the heart of St Ives, this lovely apartment makes an excellent base for discovering the charm of this historic harbour town. Accommodating up to four guests and one dog, it's perfect for families or friends seeking a coastal escape. Set in the characterful Downalong area, a delightful maze of narrow streets, it's just 200 metres from the golden sands of Porthmeor Beach and only 300 metres from the town's lively mix of independent shops, restaurants and cafés.

Beach lovers will enjoy the choice of six beautiful sandy beaches nearby (there are time-restrictions in high season but dogs are welcome outside of peak season), while keen walkers can easily access the breathtaking South West Coast Path and surrounding countryside trails.

Bright and inviting, the lower ground apartment is accessed via five steps from the street and then 12 steps down to the hallway, or alternatively through the rear patio doors, which open directly onto a courtyard with access onto Back Road East. Inside, the open-plan living, dining and kitchen area is modern and welcoming, complete with cosy seating and double doors that lead out to an enclosed courtyard patio. The property includes a bathroom with a full-sized bath and two comfortable bedrooms, one double and one twin. The enclosed rear patio has a table and chairs, and is a good place to store your beach equipment. Please note that although the courtyard is only for the use of Pennys Place, it's overlooked by neighbouring properties.

Bedroom 1: Features a double bed, ample wardrobe space, a chest of drawers, two bedside tables and lamps.
Bedroom 2: Contains twin beds, hanging rails, shelves, bedside tables and two lamps.
Bathroom: Includes a shower over the bath, a wash hand basin and a WC.

Open plan kitchen / dining room / sitting room: Fully equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, electric kettle and a 4-slice toaster. Furnished with a table and four chairs plus a 3-seater sofa, an easy chair, a coffee table and a TV with Freeview

Benefitting from an enclosed courtyard with patio furniture and a private, allocated parking space at St Ives RFC, approximately 1 mile away (about a 20-minute uphill walk), this really is a charming, ideally located apartment from which to enjoy your holiday! A seasonal shuttle bus also runs from the nearby Porthmeor Beach to the St Ives RFC (charges apply). Travel cot and highchair available on request.
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from St Ives Harbour. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The apartment offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Harbour Sand and BoatHouse Theatre

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 474 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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 are welcome
  • Service animals 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Penny’s Place – Charming Downalong Apartment Near Beach and Harbour, Perfect for Families Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay a stone throw away from the harbour and all the old areas of St Ives. It was really well kitted out and a nice welcome pack of local essentials. We had no problem with communicating with the owners when we had a little issue. It may be worth noting the key safe is inside the first door. Otherwise have a great stay as we did.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026