Set in St Ives in the Cornwall region, with Porthmeor Beach and Bamaluz Beach nearby, Cheerful Fisherman, s Cottage offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Housed in a building dating from 19th century, this holiday home is 15 km from St Michael's Mount and 29 km from Minack Theatre. The property is non-smoking and is located 400 metres from Porthgwidden Beach. The 2-bedroom holiday home is fitted with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at the holiday home. Lizard Lighthouse & Heritage Centre is 43 km from Cheerful Fisherman, s Cottage, while Newquay Train Station is 49 km away. Land's End Airport is 27 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in St Ives, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

FREE private parking!


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
10
High score for St Ives
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rupinder
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was 10/10 with a 1 min walk to Portmeor beach and all restaurants and shops on your doorstep. The cottage was in a quiet street and had lots of character, it felt safe to be walking back at night. The kitchen has everything you could...
  • Phillip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location right in the centre. Ideal for a short break
  • Jeff
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The cottage was right in the middle of St Ives, very short walk to great sandy beaches and lovely pubs. The bakers on the corner from the cottage was to die for, we got breakfast treats everyday.
  • Margaret
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was excellent at st Ives a couple of minutes from the harbour , beach , shops and restaurants.
  • Nia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was in a great location and very clean! Enjoyed our stay!
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean and convenient in St Ives, literally steps to the harbour
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was perfect. Only 5 mins from the Harbour, shops and Porthmeor Beach. Lovely and quiet. Very clean. Kitchen was well equipped with everything you need. Liked the fact it wasn’t open plan as we took our dog. Very sociable space. Bedrooms...
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is very central for art galleries, beach, walks shops and restaurants. The hosts are helpful but best to ring rather than message via booking .com The use of the free rugby club car park was a relief but the shuttle bus from the Tate...
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was fantastic, located between 2 beautiful beaches close to all the facilities. The cottage kitchen was well equipped with all that you need. Paul, the host was very helpful and the communication was great.
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The cottage was very well equipped and spotless. Everything you would want is there. In walking distance of beautiful beaches, restaurants shops . With parking a bonus, it's not on site, but it's very easy to find Paul was brilliant with...

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Property questions and answers
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  • Hi Do you accept 2 medium size dog? (Boston terriers) and can you let me know where the parking is please. Thank you

    Hello yes the dogs are fine as long as they are well behaved I expect they are anyway.. And the parking is a reserved space at St Ives Rugby club.Hope..
    Answered on 1 October 2022
  • Hi, I just wanted to find out what is the earliest booking in time available? Thank you

    Hello it all depends on if there is a guest leaving the same day as you are arriving as the cottage has to be cleaned .If cottage empty on your day of..
    Answered on 4 February 2023
  • Are dogs allowed?

    Hello yes we are happy with one maybe two well behaved dogs.
    Answered on 24 July 2023
  • Are the stairs to bedrooms steep? One lady slightly disabled. THANKYOU

    Hello some guests have found the stairs to be narrow and steep yes so may not be suitable. I can always send you photos of stairs if you wish and you ..
    Answered on 30 May 2024
  • Hi, can you tell me the location of the car parking space please, we are familiar with the area. Much appreciated, thank you.

    The allocated parking space is at St Ives Rugby Club..Hope this helps regards Paul
    Answered on 3 January 2023
  • one of the bedrooms have two single beds in it is that correct?

    Hello yes the top floor bedroom has twin 3ft single beds and the 3rd floor has a double bed I hope this info helps . Regards Paul
    Answered on 23 July 2024
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Hosted by Paul

9.3
9.3
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Paul
This quaint cosy fisherman’s cottage has been loved by one family for just over 100 years. Steeped in family history this cottage retains many of its original features but has been lovingly renovated to a high standard for a comfortable stay. Tucked away in Downalong it is only a minute’s walk to the Harbour, galleries, beaches and restaurants. Kalafrana welcomes pets and if required secure parking is offered free with your booking at St Ives Rugby Club . This is an ideal location for a family holiday. Please note Kalafrana has four floors with narrow steep stairs that might not suit everyone. This is an old fisherman's cottage built in 1860
Kalafrana Cottage has been in the host's family for over a hundred years !! It has been lovingly restored by Paula & Paul .
St Ives is a world-renowned holiday destination with numerous attractions that never fails to delight visitors. You can explore the small, cobbled streets enjoying the multitude of individual shops. The quaint Downalong area bordering the harbour and bedecked in flowers throughout the summer allows visitors to step back in time and reflect on St Ives’ fishing heritage. St Ives is ringed by magnificent award winning beaches offering visitors safe bathing and various activities including surfing, diving, boat trips and fishing. There are many superb restaurants specialising in fresh seafood. The town is famous as an art centre. Many artists have been drawn to the area and the town hosts the Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth museum.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Cheerful Fisherman,s Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional bathroom
    • Additional toilet
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • CD player
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
    Outdoor & View
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Baby safety gates
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Baby safety gates
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Pet bowls
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Cheerful Fisherman,s Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Cheerful Fisherman,s Cottage

    • Cheerful Fisherman,s Cottage is 100 yards from the centre of St Ives. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Cheerful Fisherman,s Cottage is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, Cheerful Fisherman,s Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Cheerful Fisherman,s Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • The prices at Cheerful Fisherman,s Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • Cheerful Fisherman,s Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

        • 2 guests

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from Cheerful Fisherman,s Cottage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Cheerful Fisherman,s Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

        • 2 bedrooms

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.