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Hideaway - The Digey
Downalong, St Ives
A warm welcome awaits at Hideaway - The Digey.
Come together for family meals and spend quality time together.
The cosy sitting room has lovely cottage features and woodburner for milder evenings.
Blues, creams and pops of yellow evoke images of a day at the seaside.
Unique, abstract art nods towards St Ives artistic heritage.
Though compact, the kitchen is fabulously well-equipped with all you could need and more.
The modern appliances and an array of kitchen utensils are sure to delight any budding chefs.
The bedrooms gorgeous nautical design reminds you just how close to the seaside you are!
Perfectly positioned to explore St Ives, you can even bring your pooch along to enjoy it with you!
Take your breakfast back to bed and spend a lazy morning catching up on your favourite shows.
A sumptuous double bed and peaceful location promise a blissful night's sleep.
A spacious hallway leading into the property ensures you can easily take off shoes and coats before heading inside to enjoy your home from home.
Hideaway- The Digey welcomes furry friends!
Start your day with an invigorating shower or unwind in the evening with a soothing soak.
Cuddle down in bed and enjoy some reading before you drift off.
Twin beds are just as perfect for kids as they are for young adults.
Calming hues and crisp white linen have created a light and inviting room.
An additional shower room offers everyone extra space and privacy to get ready.
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A character-filled, three storey cottage located in The Digey which is centrally situated between Fore Street's shops and restaurants and the famous Porthmeor beach and Tate Gallery. You can feel the golden sand between your toes at Porthmeor or the Harbour beach, both of which are just a two minute walk away, or explore St Ives with its array of fantastic restaurants and independent shops just moments away. Hideaway offers guests a real taste of St Ives and due to its layout is ideal as a cosy cottage for couples looking for a romantic getaway as well as having enough space and facilities for a family of six to relax and enjoy a well-deserved break at any time of the year.
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Where you'll sleep
Entrance
from The Digey into:
Dining room
dining table and chairs. Stairs to first floor sitting room and bedroom 1.
Shower room
shower, WC, basin.
Kitchen
electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge with ice box.
Bedroom 1
double bed, TV.
Sitting room
two sofas, chair, TV, DVD, feature fireplace. Stairs to Bedroom 2 and 3.
Bedroom 2
twin beds.
Bedroom 3
double bed.
Bathroom
bath with shower over, WC, basin.
Additional information
gas central heating, small yard with washing line and outside tap, being a traditional cottage the kitchen is on the small side but is well equipped for your stay, please note there is no washing machine at this property, people with limited mobility may struggle with the step and stairs, WiFi, up to two dogs welcome, short breaks available.
This was our second time staying here we had a fabulous week the cottage is so comfortable and feels home from home lovey welcome pack we will be back Rockleys
Mrs Rockley May 2025
Absolutely beautiful cottage in the heart of St Ives so a perfect location. Cosy rooms with gorgeous furnishings and very comfortable sofas and beds! Kitchen is very well equipped and although small was fine for us. Lovely having the two bathrooms for all of us to use. Useful outdoor area for hanging wetsuits. Would definitely recommend for a perfect holiday.
Mrs Bennett April 2025
Holidays in Downalong
One of the most popular areas of St Ives, Downalong is an idyllic spot for a seaside retreat. Overlooking the picturesque Harbour beach and just minutes away from the beautiful beaches of Porthmeor and Porthgwidden, and the iconic Tate St Ives. Meander along cobbled lanes, dotted with traditional fisherman's cottages, and admire this quintessential corner of Cornwall.
Steeped in history, Downalong is a timeless haven that captures the fishing heritage and thriving art community of this enchanting area of St Ives. With all that St Ives has to offer on your doorstep, spend endless days exploring the sandy shores, stunning coastal paths and bustling harbourside.
Did you know...
Downalong is a historic Cornish term for an area of harbourside fisherman's cottages 'down along the harbour'?
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Spend days on the soft sands and paddling in the crystal clear waters.
The sheltered Bamaluz beach is perfect for families and moments from Downalong.
Sit back and relax as the tide ebbs and flows.
Wander the picturesque, cobbled lanes of St Ives.
While away the hours harbourside, immersing yourself in harbour life.
Azure blue seas await at Porthgwidden beach.
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What our guests say...
We know how important honest reviews are when it comes to booking your holiday. To help you choose the right property for you, we publish all reviews left by guests who have stayed here in the past, with the few exceptions stated in our Review Guidelines. Please bear in mind that some facilities referred to by past guests in reviews can be removed or changed at any time.
This was our second time staying here we had a fabulous week the cottage is so comfortable and feels home from home lovey welcome pack we will be back Rockleys
Mrs Rockley May 2025
Absolutely beautiful cottage in the heart of St Ives so a perfect location. Cosy rooms with gorgeous furnishings and very comfortable sofas and beds! Kitchen is very well equipped and although small was fine for us. Lovely having the two bathrooms for all of us to use. Useful outdoor area for hanging wetsuits. Would definitely recommend for a perfect holiday.
Mrs Bennett Apr 2025
Location and cleanliness both excellent. Furnished to a high standard. I would recommend this for a group of up to 4/5 people max due to lounge seating. We had a lovely week here and would book again.
Mrs Hooper Dec 2024
Reply from Aspects Holidays
Thank you for your review, we were so pleased to see that you found the property to be furnished and cleaned to such a high standard, that combined with Hideaway - The Digey's fantastic location in the heart of town certainly makes for an excellent place to spend a week. The owners offer flexible accommodation that can sleep up to six people, though we understand that this may not suit all parties, which is why we try to capture the size and layout as best we can on the website photographs, so that potential guests have the best idea of what to expect when choosing their ideal property. We do hope that it won't be long before you're back again! Ben, Customer Services.
We had a fantastic week staying here everything on the door step the cottage well equipped also very clean beds were comfortable we love st lves and staying here was a bonus so near everything shops pubs restaurants and the beaches a little dog love it ??
Mrs Rockley Sep 2024
Hideaway is a cosy and well equipped cottage in the perfect location for everything St Ives has to offer. The Aspects team were friendly and helpful.
Ms Hanson Aug 2024
Beautiful cottage, amazing location, however cleanliness was a massive letdown.
Mr Surga Aug 2024
We had a fantastic time at Hideaway cottage, the living spaces are compact as described but had everything we needed and were very clean and nicely decorated. The bedrooms are great, very comfortable and the location couldn’t be better, in the centre of everything.
Mrs Copley May 2024
Comfortable stay at the hideaway beautiful weather it’s a great place to stay and be right on top of everything
Mr Webster May 2024
Nicely designed interiors, centrally placed and yet quiet. Really enjoyed our stay here.
Prof Knell Nov 2022
Hideaway is in an excellent position for access to Portmeor beach, the harbour and the town centre.
Mr Dean Aug 2022
Love St Ives, cottage well positioned for all your needs well equiped light and airy would have had everything you need if there had been parking
Ms Entwistle Aug 2022
House is small but lovely. Right on top of everything you may want to visit.
Mr Cutbush Aug 2022
The Hideaway - The Digey. Fantastic location - close to the beaches, harbour and shops. Superb. Accommodation is good - spacious enough for x4 but maybe tight for x6 due to the small Living area/Lounge area. Lots of character. Kitchen is small but perfectly functional no problem. I would be happy to use this property again.
Mr Cresswell Jul 2022
Lovely homely cottage in a great location . Tucked away yet near all the shops and a minute away from the harbour . Have stayed twice at this cottage , it’s very special .
Ms Parker Jun 2022
A well equipped, traditional looking, Downalong cottage in excellent location for all that StIves offers.
Mrs Sadler Jun 2022
Great location right in the middle of town and only a few steps from all the beaches. A comfortable place to stay with all facilities. We had a great Christmas break there with the added bonus of being able to take the dog with us.
Mr Daley Dec 2021
Fantastic locations, really lovely place to stay. Near to everything. Lovely cottage, we have 4 people stay in this cottage and that was enough, not sure x6 people would fit comfortably. Brilliant value for money. We would book though aspects holiday every time we visit st ives.
Miss Vaughan Oct 2021
Reply from Aspects Holidays
Thank you for your comments, and it is great to hear how much you liked Hideaway- The Digey. Many properties within the heart of St Ives are traditional fisherman's cottages. They are packed full of character inside and out, but often a little smaller and layouts quirkier than in more modern buildings. We always try to be as open and honest as possible, so whilst it can accommodate 6, with 2 double bedrooms and a twin bedroom, the living space and kitchen may not work for all parties of 6. We try to give an accurate representation of the size and layout of all properties within our photos and descriptions, so hope that we have achieved that in this case, but we will continue to monitor feedback. We are glad that it worked so well for you and hopefully we will see you here again soon. Tanya, Customer Services
Pretty and very stylish Ikea inspired cottage. The communal areas are quite small but work well for 2. Location is excellent handy to everything you need to do in St. Ives. I know a washing machine was not included in the description but think the addition of this and a dryer would be extremely helpful.
Mrs Kelly Sep 2021
A lovely cosy cottage. Beds are so comfy. Bedding and towels pristine. Perfectly located near the shops to your right, and one of the beaches one minute down the road to your left.
Mr Anderson May 2021
Lovely property in a great location.
Mrs Hardy May 2021
This is cottage is bright and nicely decorated and in a great central location.
Ms Brockley Sep 2020
Fantastic location, loved the quirkiness of the traditional cottage. Bathrooms great. Toasty warm in December. Great for 4 adults: possibly a little cramped for 6.
Mrs Wray Dec 2019
Beautiful cottage. Not ideal for a young family as no washing machine and lots of stairs. Perfect get away for a young couple or someone who wants to be close to the shops and the beach. We would go back if they put a washing machine in.
Mrs Yates Oct 2019
Reply from Aspects Holidays
Being a traditional St Ives fishermans cottage, they are often a little smaller and layouts/stairs more quirky and steeper than in more modern buildings, but packed full of character. We always try to be as open and honest as possible, and try to give an accurate representation of properties within our photos and hope that we have achieved that in this case. We are delighted to hear that you liked Hideaway - The Digey and its fantastic location, despite the number of stairs and lack of washing machine, and thank you for taking the time to send in your comments. Tanya, Customer Services
Hideaway is our favourite place to stay in St Ives. We have stayed there twice and just booked for a third time. The location is in the best part of St Ives, just a few seconds from both Porthmeor beach and the high street. The cottage has a special cosy feel and we always feel at home straight away. We have many happy memories of staying there and would definitely recommend it.
Ms Barker Jun 2019
Lovely property set over 3 floors and in a great location. Downside is the kitchen. It is very small, so eating out is recommended. High step for access so be careful! Clean on arrival and has a cosy feel to it. I would consider booking again.
Mrs Dean Jun 2019
Reply from Aspects Holidays
Thanks for your comments; we are glad to hear that you liked Hideaway - The Digey. The kitchen is a bit on the small side, especially if you are used to working with a bigger kitchen, so some may find the space a little difficult to work with, but it still provides everything that should be required to cook and provide for a self-catered holiday. We try to show this as clearly as possible in the photos, so we hope that this was what you had expected. It was great to hear that you enjoyed your holiday and we hope to see you again soon. Tanya, Customer Services
Hideaway is the perfect base for exploring St Ives. A few minutes' walk away from the beaches, the Tate, and the shops, it could not been more centrally positioned. Although small, it is a charming property with a cosy sitting room, space for six and two excellent bathrooms. Home from home!
Ms Richmond Apr 2019
lovely property in a fantastic location - a bit cramped though with too many people!
Dr Wilcox Apr 2019
A lovely quaint cottage in a great location, just minutes from shops & beach would highly recommend
Mrs Knox Dec 2018
Fabulous property. Small but with everything we needed for our long weekend. Very comfortable and we would definitely come back.
Miss McDonald Dec 2018
We loved our stay at Hideaway - The Digey, and will most certainly book it again! The fact that it is mere steps to The Digey Food Room is a wonderful plus, and being so near to Fore Street was convenient to all our needs. We definitely recommend this cottage to couples or families with children. They, too, will want to return!
Mrs Cowgill Oct 2018
A lovely cottage in a superb location, close to beaches and amenities, perfect for a car free holiday.
Mr Ponsford Sep 2018
The Hideaway was a cute and cosy cottage, with comfortable beds and furnishings in a very central location in lovely St Ives. We'd happily stay again.
Ms Williams Aug 2018
This is one of the nicest places in one could wish to stay in when you come to St Ives. Central, but quiet, it is a cosy home from home - warm, friendly, welcoming. Recommended for guests who plan to sample the many good restaurants in town as the kitchen does not lend itself for producing extensive meals.
Ms Richmond Apr 2018
Great cottage in a central location for all the fun and delights of St Ives .
Ms Wakefield Jan 2018
A beautiful cottage right in the heart of St Ives. My 8 year old twins loved it.
Mr Curley Nov 2017
Great cottage in a great location.we will be back soon .
Ms Wakefield Oct 2017
Nicely furnished, taking full advantage of StIves light with large windows. Deceptively larger than one expects with carefully planned layout.
Mr Sharpe Oct 2017
Great cottage ,great location, we will be back again soon .
Ms Wakefield May 2017
We love this house! The location could not be more convenient - close to Porthmeor, the Harbour, and the shops. Although it is tiny, it does not feel cramped. The sitting room is cosy, there are two excellent showers, and the bedrooms are very comfortable. We have been coming back year on year and are planning to continue!
Ms Richmond Apr 2017
Perfect place to stay,right in the center of st.ives,once inside the cottage,you are tucked away from noise,,lovely and quiet
Mrs Croshaw Mar 2017
Delicious cottage in an extremely convenient location, close to shops and beaches, and yet The Digey is quiet and safely lit at night. Has two bathrooms which is wonderful! The kitchen has every utensil you can imagine. Sweet stable door and lovely decor, luxurious curtains and wonderful soft pillows. The bedroom next to the lounge has the most comfortable double bed ever known!. This cottage is lovely, full of character but modern too. You won't regret staying here. It is lovely and cosy in the winter and great to take your pasty back to, have a drink and then you are straight back out!
Ms Barham Mar 2017
The Hideaway is a great cottage located perfectly for all that St Ives has to offer.
Mr Daley Dec 2016
Location is excellent. A stones throw from the main high street and 3 minutes from Porthmeor beach where we spend most of our time surfing and body boarding. Facilities were great for a family of four with two older boys 14/16. Three story cottage with the two lads sleeping in separate rooms on the top floor with their own bathroom was excellent. Double bedroom on second floor lovely. Bathrooms excellent. Kitchen tidy and compact with everything required to cook meals at home. Would recommend highly.
Mr Harrison Jul 2016
A charming, well maintained, smaller sized and comfortable cottage in a good location.
Mrs Smith Aug 2015
A wonderful location, five minutes walk to the porthmeor beach, the Tate the harbour and some good restaurants.A pretty, compact cottage.
Ms Johnston Jul 2015
Hideaway is just lovely: cosy, comfortable, beautifully furnished, and right in the centre of St Ives. We have been coming for five years now and have every intention to continue the tradition!
Ms Richmond Apr 2015