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6 Baileys Lane

St Ives, Cornwall
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Delightful four-storey sea captain’s cottage, retaining many original features
  • A coastal retreat bursting with rustic charm and character
  • Located in a traffic-free cobbled lane in the heart of St Ives

Overview
Property code: OC-BAIL06

This 4 storey Sea Captains cottage is over 200 years old and retains many of its original features and charm. Situated in a traffic free cobbled lane between Fore Street and Porthmeor Square it is less than a minutes walk from the harbour, shops and restaurants and only a few minutes walk from Porthgwidden Beach, Porthmeor Beach and the Tate Gallery.

Ground Floor: Kitchen with gas cooker, larder fridge, microwave, washing machine, offset dining area and access to communal alley with shed containing childrens' beach toys for your use. Bathroom with electric shower over bath, wash basin and wc. Open plan staircase leading to First Floor: Large lounge with gas fire, music centre, TV, DVD player and Wii. Second Floor: Bedroom with 5ft bed, TV, wash basin and hairdryer. Bedroom with 2 x 3ft pine beds, TV, wash basin and hairdryer. Third floor: Large double attic bedroom (limited headroom) with dormer window, sea glimpses, 4ft 6in bed, TV and DVD player.

Power and Heat: Electricity included in the rent. Central heating.
Bedding and Linen: Bed linen and towels provided, please bring your own beach towels.
Beach: 0.1 ml. Pub: 0.1 ml.

NOTES: No smoking. No pets. WiFi available. No freezer or ice box. Mobile phone coverage varies.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 twin, 1double
  • 1 bathroom with bath, electric shower over bath and WC
  • Gas oven/hob, fridge, microwave and washing machine. Please note there is no freezer or ice box.
  • Pebble effect gas fire
  • TVs in the lounge and all the bedrooms, DVD player, Wii
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Mobile signal is variable
  • Free WiFi available
  • Pay & Display parking in a public car park
  • Shared alley with shed containing children’s beach toys, for guests to use
  • Shop 500 metres, pub 100 metres, beach 150 metres
  • Please note that the property is accessed via steps
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Victoria Vine

This property is personally managed by Victoria.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 10 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Paul 14th June 2026

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Reviewed by Nigel 1st June 2026

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Ideal location, harbour, shops, Porthmeor & Porthminster beaches.

Reviewed by Lee 24th May 2026

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At a long gait, with the tide in, you can make it from front door to paddling in 25 steps! Absolutely ideal location, tucked away slightly from the bustle of the harbour. Plenty of room and excellent amenities. The cottage itself is quaint and beautiful. Can't knock this place at all. Do yourself a favour and book yourself a stay!

Reviewed by Jessica 5th November 2025

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Lovely location and quirky cottage with mostly original features which made it feel quite cosy. Small kitchen and dining area but adequate for basic meals and felt like going back in time which was actually nice! Very comfy beds and good sitting room. Lacks the modern features of a lot of converted/refurbished places but we actually found this quitRead moree endearing. 30 seconds walk from one beach and 90 from another, so close to the shops and everything you could need. Made it ideal place for us this trip. Could be cleaned a bit more thoroughly but all was tidy. Great selection of toys provided for the beach which was helpful. Hide

Reviewed by Katy 17th August 2025

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Reviewed by Darren 29th June 2025

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The cottage is tired and in need of a deep clean, some TLC and some renovation, great location for the town but not the drug related activities which happen in the alleyway behind, the price is acceptable but the level of cleanliness is sadly lacking

Reviewed by Stephanie 6th October 2024

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Location is excellent , cottage is dated & shabby but if you want to be in the heart of St Ives you could maybe see past this..... we've stayed twice but won't book again after looking at other properties nearby that are better equipped for the same price.

Reviewed by Claire 29th September 2024

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Reviewed by Emma 11th August 2024

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Fantastic stay in this traditional seaside cottage. The location is incredible and beds very comfortable. St ives is beautiful!

Reviewed by Davyd 28th July 2024

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.