Title: Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=62588255&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly Holiday home with kitchen, 5-minute walk to St Ives Harbour ## Photo gallery for Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62590000/62588300/62588255/ff6adccb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels - Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62590000/62588300/62588255/e5568a12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62590000/62588300/62588255/3bff4b7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62590000/62588300/62588255/4c654ac4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Floor plan - Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62590000/62588300/62588255/c45009c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6549 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 charming, traditional, three storey fisherman’s cottage in the heart of Downalong in St Ives. This pet friendly and tastefully furnished cottage is situated in a tucked away spot, just a short stroll from the golden sandy beaches of Porthmeor and Porthgwidden, perfect for surfing, bathing and rockpool fun. You will also find St Ives’ famous galleries, restaurants, cafés, and boutique shopping only minutes away. Breaking Waves is a super holiday home for a break in St Ives at any time of year. Step through the door into the open plan living/dining/kitchen area. The well-equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher, fridge with freezer compartment, electric hob and oven, microwave, washing machine and Krups coffee machine which takes Nespresso pods. The living/dining area includes comfy sofas, a TV offering Apple TV and an extendable dining table seating up to six guests. On the first floor is the first of the two double bedrooms, a delightful room with a walk-in wardrobe. The family bathroom is also on the first floor and offers a shower over the bath, heated towel rail, wash basin and WC. The principal bedroom found on the second floor benefits from a lovely, vaulted ceiling, double bed, TV and en suite shower room with wash basin and WC. Also on the second floor is the third bedroom which features a vaulted ceiling and has a single bed with a pull-out trundle bed. Out front of Breaking Waves is a wooden bench great for your morning coffee or a glass of something chilled after a day exploring St Ives. • Wifi Included • Linen and Towels Provided • Dog-Friendly – Max Three Well Behaved Dogs. We’d love to welcome your furry friends! Just let us know in advance. Please note a £20.00 charge per dog applies. • No Parking 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 house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### 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 - Smoke-free property ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 549 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68090000/68086500/68086447/31001e29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stone’s Throw, Central St Ives – Sleeps 7 – Dog Friendly St Ives - 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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 are 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 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 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Breaking Waves Downalong St Ives Sleeps Six Pet Friendly Breaking Waves Downalong St Ives Sleeps Six – Pet Friendly 578918 ## About the area St Ives is home to this holiday home. St Ives Museum and Paradise Park and JungleBarn are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Wharfside Shopping Centre and Trevaskis Farm. National Dahlia Collection and Country Skittles are also worth visiting. [Visit our St Ives travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Ives.dx182650) [View more Holiday homes in St Ives](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Ives-Private-Holiday-Homes.d182650-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.21569%2C-5.47787&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J7llq-AZ55AsWlus32HMcUHI6PI=) St Ives, Cornwall ### What's nearby - ![Lovely spot for a drink or meal. We had 2 x full English and 1 vegetarian breakfast. Was very good and reasonably priced. Friendly staff. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533024102/fde7d050-dc66-45a0-8b78-7c92c887af3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Porthgwidden Beach 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Porthmeor Beach showing a beach and a coastal town as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094451/f0660a99-bff7-4564-b5c6-f5ff99e252b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Porthmeor Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Tate St. Ives showing signage and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094449/843127ee-d9f1-454f-b80d-dd516e495702.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tate St. Ives 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Porthminster Beach which includes a sandy beach and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094453/e0aa9374-5d74-475e-9b7c-784f9cfb63a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Porthminster Beach 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - St Ives Harbour 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - St Ives Station 11 min walk - Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) 66 min drive ### Restaurants - Porthmeor Beach Café Bar 4 min walk - Harbour Gourmet Fish & Chips 5 min walk - The Sloop Inn 2 min walk - St. Eia 4 min walk - Hub 4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly? ### What time is check-out at Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly? ### Where is Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Breaking Waves, Downalong, St Ives - Sleeps Six – Dog Friendly Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 30 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Very clean and comfy, well equipped and close to centre, nearby car park ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jenny J. 6 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely cottage in the middle of Downalong so great location ##### Jenny J. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth W. 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Elizabeth W. 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