Title: 3 bedroom Cottage 1 min. from Porthmeor Beach for up to 6 people. With parking Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 3 bedroom Cottage 1 min. from Porthmeor Beach for up to 6 people. With parking ![On the beach, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33603600/33603597/7cfa72e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33603600/33603597/af469be9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33603600/33603597/9173861a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33603600/33603597/be9d7b36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33603600/33603597/0cd0ba77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Star Gazy is nestled in a quiet pedestrian walkway, just minutes from Porthmeor Beach and local cafes. This charming 200-year-old cottage features stripped floorboards, beams, and exposed granite while offering comfortable living spaces that overlook the meadow gardens. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 3 bedroom Cottage 1 min. from Porthmeor Beach for up to 6 people. With parking Star Gazy is in a quiet pedestrian walkway, and there is a private parking space a short walk away, a tremendous bonus in St. Ives.The Porthmeor Beach is just a minutes walk from the cottage, with all the other beaches, cafes and little shops etc within a 5 minute walk. There are two large granite steps leading from the path into the cottage, and once inside there are 6 stairs taking you into the dining room, everything then is on one level. Star Gazy was originally built around 200 years ago as a store for fish, and was converted onto a comfortable 3 bedroom home about 100 years ago. Star Gazy retains several of its original features including stripped floorboards in the dinning room and bedrooms, and beams and exposed granite in the dining room. It is light and airy and overlooks the gardens in The Meadow. Care has been taken in choosing furniture and equipment to make the cottage as quirky and comfortable as possible. A welcome pack containing tea and coffee will be waiting for you, and our housekeeper makes every effort to leave a few items in the cottage for your use, washing up liquid, salt, pepper, hand soap etc. All linen and towels are professionally laundered and included in the price. Beach Towels,Cots, buggies, highchairs, and other equipment may be hired directly from Star Linen St. Ives and will be delivered and collected for you. Local grocers etc are a 2 minute walk away. Supermarkets are on the edge of town. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### 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 ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 10 kg per pet) ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located in St Ives, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Carbis Bay Beach and St. Michael's Mount can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore St Ives Harbour. St Ives Museum and Paradise Park and JungleBarn are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our St Ives travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Ives.dx182650) [View more Cottages in St Ives](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Ives-Cottages.d182650-aaCottages.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%7C50.21521%2C-5.48146&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YphAs9XiZOJyxL4KCBKLAxtUtIs=) Cornwall, ENG ### What's nearby - Porthmeor Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Tate St. Ives - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - St Ives Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Porthminster Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Carbis Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles ### Getting around - St Ives Station - 11 min walk - Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 64 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Sloop Inn - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Lifeboat Inn - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Rum & Crab Shack - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Captain's Table - ‬3 min walk - ‪Balcony Bar & Kitchen - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 3 bedroom Cottage 1 min. from Porthmeor Beach for up to 6 people. With parking pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at 3 bedroom Cottage 1 min. from Porthmeor Beach for up to 6 people. With parking? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 3 bedroom Cottage 1 min. from Porthmeor Beach for up to 6 people. With parking? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 3 bedroom Cottage 1 min. from Porthmeor Beach for up to 6 people. With parking located? > Nestled on the beach, this St Ives cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Porthmeor Beach and St Ives Harbour. Harbour Sand and The Island - Pendinas are also within 5 minutes. St Ives Station is 11 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 3 bedroom Cottage 1 min. from Porthmeor Beach for up to 6 people. With parking Reviews 9.6 ### 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) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 41 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### aaron s. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a location! If u want a quiet location with a 1 minute walk to the beach and 5 minute walk to a he hustle and bustle this is it! Just perfect ##### aaron s. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M. 12 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mills clan Stunning place, and Stunning location, beautiful all round, ##### John M. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian G. 2 Aug 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very satisfied It was central to all amenities and attractions. So easy to walk to every place. ##### Brian G. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob H. 30 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 7 days in August Lovely little cottage hidden away just metres from the beach! The accomodation had everything we needed and Sandra was a great host. Thoroughly recommend. ##### Rob H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine G. 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cottage We had a fantastic week at Star Gazy. The cottage was spacious, light, bright, clean and so well equipped! Location is in a really quiet street but still only a 2 minute walk to Porthmeor beach. We loved wandering down at night and watching the sunset. Outside tap so useful for washing wetsuits. Car park a bonus. We would definitely return. ##### Catherine G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Claire K. 20 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet cottage near Porthmeor Beach. This sweet cottage is less than a minute’s walk from the beautiful Porthmeor Beach in St Ives. It has everything you need for a holiday. A real home from home feel too. You can easily get to the shops and, although there isn’t a view of the sea, you can hear the distant sounds of the waves from the beach which is really lovely! The only thing to be aware of is the parking is up a pretty steep road/steps and takes about 5-10 minutes depending on how fit you are and it can be tricky with traffic flow getting in and out of the parking spot. But overall it is a super place, especially if you intend to spend most of your time on the beautiful Porthmeor Beach! ##### Claire K. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### emma d. 15 Mar 2025 ##### emma d. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pat E. 13 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage. Fantastic location Communication and welcome couldn't be more inviting. Such a wonderful cottage. Can't wait to return ##### Pat E. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn S. 9 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Star Gazy Cottage Excellent place to stay in St Ives. Close to everything, also has a parking space which is a bonus. Would highly recommend. ##### Lynn S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### melanie j. 3 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### updates There is a steep set of steps leading you to the first floor of the property. It does not have a safety rail. This is not up to code. Otherwise it is a great place to stay. ##### melanie j. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joy B. 3 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful St Ives We absolutely loved our stay in St Ives! Star Gazy has everything that a family needs for a relaxing holiday and it is perfectly situated for the beach and shops. Thank you Sandra for letting us stay and we will definitely be back. ##### Joy B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Donna M. 16 Jul 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Perfect location, opposite the beach just love St Ives Perfect location right opposite the beach and two minutes from the town. Nice accommodation but could have been cleaner. I found crumbs in my bedroom and dirt between the settee. The accommodation did need updating and a proper deep clean. If your not too particular it’s the ideal accommodation at a good price., ##### Donna M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 19 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location A stone’s throw from the beach. Great apartment with everything you need. Sandra was very responsive and helpful with queries. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam E. 4 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Star Gazy Wonderfully characterful cottage located in a magnificent position. Perfect for a family get away and the parking space really is a bonus with St. Ives. Sandra’s communication was great and we would be more than happy to stay there again. ##### Sam E. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane A. 25 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love St Ives beach great for everything we need is all there x Very clean and got eve ##### Diane A. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara L. 12 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage in a great location Great communication from the owner from start to finish. Lovely cottage in a great location, but the steps may be problematic for some. It was great being able to get to the beach in seconds, as well as being able to walk into town so quickly. We didn’t use the car all week. ##### Barbara L. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise R. 5 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location, lovely cute cottage We had a lovely stay at Star Gazy. The locations is perfect for Porthmeor Beach and the town. Having a car space was an added bonus. The cottage was great if a little worn but we were there at the end of a very busy season. Would definitely book again xx ##### Louise R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle C. 28 Aug 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Enjoyable stay We had an enjoyable stay at star Gazy Cottage. Sandra’s communication was brilliant from booking to leaving. The location of the property was incredible-just a few feet away from the beach and shops. I do think that maybe the bathroom could do with updating as the shower is very small. But all in all a positive stay. Thank you Sandra. ##### Michelle C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. 22 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely trip to St Ives We had a great time at StarGazy, great location close to both town and the beach. Check in was simple and the owner was easy to communicate with. Although there’s a few steps to enter once you are in it’s great to have property all on one level. Would stay again ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol R. 8 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best location This place is lovely, in a great location close to the beach and shops but really quiet too. The property has some really lovely art work on the walls which was appreciated. I wouldn't hesitate to book Stargazy again, thank you:) ##### Carol R. Stayed 7 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracie A. 9 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location! Stargazy is a little gem! Seconds from the beach and minutes from the harbour and town, it really is in the perfect location. Sandra left a lovely welcome bottle of wine and some essentials to get us started and her cottage is both traditional and beautiful. The parking space is a huge bonus too! Thank you Sandra, we had a wonderful week and will definitely book again! ##### Tracie A. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Sonya Williams W. 2 Nov 2019 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Half term in St Ives Cottage was lovely but the steep steps into the property should be highlighted on the main advert as it was tough to get up them with our cases! The actual cottage was lovely and perfect for us as everyone had a bit of space. Central location was fab too. Great shore fishing from Porthmeor Beach. Lovely coastal walks and The Tate and Barbara Hepworth Museum we’re worth a visit. ##### Sonya Williams W. ### 8/10 Good #### Diana H. 13 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful cottage Perfectly located, quaint cosy cottage- very quiet location, a note of caution- stairs up to and into the property are steep. Car parking space is a fair distance from the property and there is a challenging walk to the parking space which in itself is a challenge due to limited space if one owns a bigger car. Bathroom although functional could do with updating (radiator, mirror, shower all rather tatty) this didn’t spoil our stay and we would certainly return here in the future. ##### Diana H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sian W. 24 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Star Gazy Comfortable and clean. Tastefully furnished, equipped and in an ideal situation. Would recommend. ##### Sian W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrea M. 11 Sept 2019 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Perfect location near the beach. Small but great as a base for the beach and the town. ##### Andrea M. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Coppid Beech Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-The-Coppid-Beech-Hotel.h3809.Hotel-Information) > > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information)