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A kitchen with a view of the sea, a white sink, a bread basket, and a vase with flowers. - Mordros - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms (St Ives)
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Mordros - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

  • Superbly positioned overlooking Porthminster Beach, this gorgeous three-storey cottage with its own parking and stunning sea views is the perfect place for holidays with family and friends in St Ives.

    Aptly named Mordros (Cornish for ‘sound of the sea’), you’ll be reminded of just how close you are to one of Cornwall’s best beauty spots with the turquoise bay on constant display from several sea-facing windows, and a Juilet balcony from which to enjoy the sea air and views. Contrasting beautifully with limewashed stone walls and polished wooden floors, soft blue tones and tasteful furnishings invite you to ease into laid-back coastal living.

    Quirky alcoves and an ornamental fireplace nod to the property's heritage, while three beautiful bedrooms and two bathrooms (one with a fabulous roll top tub) offer plenty of space for six guests. The cottage has been thoughtfully equipped for complete comfort too, with luxurious beds, plantation blinds so you can enjoy a lie-in, a fabulous living room with flat screen TV and Sky, and a kitchen /diner complete with electric stove.

    Of course, your St Ives getaway wouldn’t be complete without spending time at the beach, and Mordros sits within a short walk of one of its best. With its prestigious Blue Flag status, award-winning café, and views that stretch from the St Ives harbour to Godrevy Lighthouse, Porthminster Beach is simply perfect for sunbathing, swimming and relaxation.

    This property offers two passes for the Harbour Hotel and Spa in St Ives (located just up the road from Mordros), which are valid until 31st December 2026. Included in these passes is access anytime, including weekends, 20% off food and drink at Harbour Kitchen, Bar & Terrace, 20% off Spa treatments (Monday to Friday) and 10% off Spa retail products.

    The Spa Opening times are 7.00am – 8.00pm (Monday – Sunday)
    *Please note that the Spa is closed at 8.00pm so it is recommended guests arrive before 7.30pm*

    *The spa charges £1 per towel hire

    (Visitors no longer have to book for swimming sessions, however it is recommended that guests book well in advance for treatments/spa packages to avoid disappointment.)

    *Please note that Mordros is set over three floors with steep internal flights of stairs so may not be suitable for those with limited mobility

    Good Housekeeping Bond
    We ask our guests for a £150 good housekeeping bond, which is pre-authorised against your card. This is in case there is any damage to the property during your stay. The money is simply reserved and then released afterwards if there is no claim. We will contact you nearer the time of your arrival to arrange this.

    2 small dogs are accepted

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails 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)

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

About the area

Located in St Ives, this cottage is near the beach. St Ives Harbour and West Cornwall Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cornwall National Landscape and Marazion Marsh. Saint Ives Leisure Centre and St Ives Society of Artists are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. Visit our St Ives travel guide
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St Ives, Cornwall

What's nearby

  • A beach with houses on a hillside and a clear sky.
    Porthminster Beach
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A sandy beach with rocky outcrops and a clear sky.
    Carbis Bay Beach
    20 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A beach with colorful umbrellas and tents, a stone wall, and a row of white houses with steep roofs.
    Porthmeor Beach
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • A modern building with a curved entrance, a blue vertical sign, and a staircase leading up to the entrance.
    Tate St. Ives
    3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • St Ives Harbour
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • St Ives Station
    4 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    67 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mine Brewing Taproom
    8 min walk
  • The Sloop Inn
    13 min walk
  • The Rum & Crab Shack
    12 min walk
  • The Captain's Table
    13 min walk
  • The Cornish Bakery
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mordros - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mordros - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mordros - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mordros - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mordros - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Porthminster Beach, Harbour Sand and Saint Ives Leisure Centre. Porthmeor Beach and Bamaluz Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). St Ives Station is only a 4-minute walk and Carbis Bay Station is 25 minutes.

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Reviews

Mordros - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little stay

Me and my husband had a wonderful time here with our 3 children. The sea views were amazing from the house. It was easy walk to the beach where we went everyday and into St Ives main centre. Local Tesco was very close. It was in an ideal location. The house had everything we needed and was decorated so well. We had a lovely and comfortable stay here and would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Mordros

I have stayed at this property several times but this was the first time with my dogs - it was perfect. The house is stunning, the views are exceptional & the location is superb. Beautiful walks literally on your doorstep. Stunning sunrises & sunsets which can be enjoyed from the panoramic view from the property. Easy walk into the town. Parking. Well equipped (love the slow cooker) also have to give a nod to the Tesco delivery drivers who were fab! I will be booking again
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Second time around

Great location. We enjoyed gym passes. Heating didn't work draughty upper floor. Foul smell from behind the fridge turned out to be blocked drip tray. Many mugs were chipped.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Breathtaking Views

We had a wonderful stay in January, the house was warm, cosy and equipped with all you need for a comfortable holiday. The parking space is a little tight and the property is on the main road, but oh my goodness the views are amazing. There are views out over Porthminster beach and the harbour from every room, which are beautiful day and night. It is a short walk to the town centre with all the lovely shops and interesting places to eat. Another big plus for this property is the pass to the spa next door, what a treat after a windswept day out on the coastal path. My family and I would love to return to Mordros one day.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stunning location and views!

A great property with perfect views of the bay. Once parked up we hardly used the car, a very short walk down to the beach and pleasant walk along the front into St Ives. The cottage has everything you need, the beds are very comfortable and you could spend all day sat with a drink enjoying the views from the lounge on the top floor. A great addition is access to the spar in the hotel next door, really enjoyable. Not a negative at all but be aware you will spend a lot of time walking up and down the stairs - and back up the hill! We walked down to the beach for a coffee every morning, great for keeping fit!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A cosy cottage in great location

Although this cottage has a quirky layout (shower room downstairs) with steep, narrow stairs, it provided a comfortable base for our week in St Ives. The views from the cottage are spectacular. The location is great (albeit on a main road) and the spa passes were definitely a bonus. We loved the coffee machine, with capsules provided, and our son appreciated the smart tv in the living room. Although I had added a special request to our booking for a cot and high chair (and emailed a few weeks before our holiday to confirm), these were not in the property upon arrival. However, I was able to contact a representative from LuxuryCoast who delivered them within half an hour.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When we look for somewhere for our holiday we always imagine sitting with our cup of tea in the morning looking at wonderful views of the sea. This property has exactly that. A view of the stunning Porthminster beach and a view towards St Ives town. It's a short walk down to this beautiful beach (steep on the way back - it was good for our legs!) which has all the facilities you need, toilets, cafe's, activities. It's also well situated to get into St Ives town either via the beach or the road or take the train the other way to Carbis bay and beyond. The property is lovely with a cottagey feel inside. It has quite steep stairs so wouldn't be suitable if you have mobility issues but it has everything you need for your stay. It was very hot weather while we were there so the 3rd storey was quite warm by the end of the day. The only drawback we found was the noise from the road in the two bedrooms on that side and also the noise from the hotel which had an event every night of the half term we were there. Overall a lovely stay though, thankyou.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Lovely visit overall. Cleanliness could have been better, a few grubby areas. No lie tooth speaker would have been good, along with a shelf or table to put things on in the downstairs bathroom. Bit of confusion re payment as third party rental. This needs clarification - ie no comms regarding final payment, I had to ring Vrbo then luxury xottages
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay at Modros

We had a wonderful time staying at Modros in St Ives. The location was absolutely perfect, making it easy to access the town and beaches. St Ives itself is charming, with its quaint streets filled with bespoke shops, cozy cafes, and fantastic restaurants. Everything we needed was within walking distance, which made our stay even more convenient.The house was just as advertised, if not better! The views from every level were stunning and made every morning feel special. The property was more than spacious enough for our group of five (three adults, a toddler, and a baby). While the internal layout is a bit unconventional—with the kitchen on the ground floor, two bedrooms on the second floor, and the living room, bathroom, and lounge on the top floor—it added to the character of the house and didn’t detract from our enjoyment. Be prepared for some extra stair climbing during the day, though!Walking back from the beach up the hill was quite steep, but we found that taking the route through the town offered a gentler incline and was much easier on the legs. Parking in St Ives can be challenging, and while the house has a designated space, it does require careful maneuvering as it’s on an incline and a bit tight.The added passes to the spa and gym at the Harbour Hotel were a lovely bonus and gave us a chance to unwind even more during our stay.Overall, Modros was a fantastic place to stay, and we will definitely book again. It was a memorable week away, and we’re already l
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overlooking Porthminster Beach the house is excellently located - only a short walk from town, and only a few minutes walk from the beach (although it’s a steep return journey from the beach!)The views of the beach/sea (from the kitchen, main bedroom and lounge) are incredibleThe other two bedrooms do hear quite a bit of traffic noise as the house is on the main road- that and the tight parking space are the only small negatives. We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025