Title: Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=96391980&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Cottage with kitchen, steps from St Ives Harbour ## Photo gallery for Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms ![Exterior - Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96392000/96391980/62041da1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96392000/96391980/1f752c01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96392000/96391980/234935e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96392000/96391980/42f274fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96400000/96392000/96391980/ae594ea3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked away in the heart of St Ives, Shell Cottage offers a serene escape. This delightful cottage is a stone's throw from Porthmeor Beach and boasts comfortable bedrooms, amply equipped kitchen, private courtyard and parking space. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41292 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Tucked away in a quiet setting in the heart of St Ives's Downalong quarter, this delightful cottage is a just 100 metres from the town's bustling streets, and within a pebble's throw of the fabulous Porthmeor Beach. One of a handful of character properties in Hicks Court which sits at the entrance to the narrow cobbled streets of The Digey, the location of this little gem is superb. Porthmeor's surfing beach and iconic café as well as the harbour, some of the town's best restaurants, its galleries and shops, all lie on the doorstep. And for those travelling by car who'd like to explore the whole of St Ives Bay, places like Gwithian, Hayle, Carbis Bay and Lelant are just a few minutes away. The space the cottage offers is perfect too. Comfortable bedrooms, a lovely living room, amply equipped kitchen, large bathroom and private courtyard provide families, couples, friends and their dogs a beautiful base from which to enjoy holidays in one of Cornwall's most famous towns. Shell Cottage also provides a parking space, which as most know is a real plus for St Ives, especially during the busy summer season. We ask our guests for a £100 security deposit, pre-authorised against your credit 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 damage. We will contact you nearer the time of your arrival to arrange this. Pets: 2 pets allowed. 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. ## Property amenities ### 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 - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Golf - Hiking 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) ### General - 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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. ### Property is also known as 629122 ## About the area St Ives is home to this cottage. 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 St. Michael's Mount and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. St Ives Museum and Paradise Park and JungleBarn are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. [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%7C50.21401%2C-5.48183&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=h9ofWf-_xLr4P7G1X7f0MqJpIsQ=) St Ives, Cornwall ### What's nearby - ![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 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![St Ives](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533024096/d01596a5-f17e-4b39-90a9-33fd05724f22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Barbara Hepworth Museum 2 min walk \- 0.1 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 3 min walk \- 0.2 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 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - St Ives Harbour 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles ### Getting around - St Ives Station 9 min walk - Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) 62 min drive ### Restaurants - St. Eia 2 min walk - The Sloop Inn 4 min walk - Porthmeor Beach Café Bar 3 min walk - Harbour Gourmet Fish & Chips 3 min walk - Hub 3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms? ### What time is check-in at Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms? ### What time is check-out at Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms? ### Where is Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shell Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bernadette J. 8 Nov 2024 #### Excellent location Cottage is in a great central location- in less than a minute you can be on Fore street or Porthmeor beach. Lovely comfy beds, super bathroom. Lounge is a little small but perfectly adequate. The small outside space is great if you are bringing a dog. Would definitely stay again ##### Bernadette J. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 19 Nov 2024 #### Short Break We loved our recent stay at Shell Cottage, prime location for Porthmeor Beach, restaurants and shops.Modern accommodation with lovely home furnishings, great bathroom. We can not comment on the car parking as those familiar with St Ives will know that the roads are narrow in this area, we parked at nearby Barnoon Car Park for dropping off our things and parked there for the duration to make it easier as only on a short break.Home from home, highly recommend and would definitely stay again. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine P. 21 Jun 2024 #### Fabulous Mini Break Had a fabulous stay at Shell Cottage it was equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The only thing that was confusing was it stated there was a shuttle bus to the car park which was a 15minute walk away but there was no shuttle bus it wasn't a major issue as we could drop off and pick up our luggage near the cottage but it would have saved time looking for the transport. The cottage was beautiful and very central would love to go back. ##### Elaine P. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Perry P. 12 May 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay in Shell Cottage St. Ives Very nice property in a fantastic location. Facilities were top notch. Really enjoyed it and would stay again. ##### Perry P. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### H.A. B. 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place Lovely place but only the parking spot was 2k from the cottage, uphill, far from ideal. ##### H.A. B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Sanjeev 27 May 2025 ##### Sanjeev Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle H. 6 Apr 2025 ##### Danielle H. 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