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Shopping in St Ives
From books to jewellery to freshly made food, shopping in St Ives is a Cornish tradition thanks to the cobbled streets and independent shops that line them.
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Skippers Den
Downalong, St Ives
Skippers Den is decorated with ocean blues and yellows reflecting the seaside location.
The stylish open plan living space is perfect for the whole family to relax together.
Sink into the plush sofas and relax in front of the Smart TV after a day on the beach.
Kick back and relax after a day of exploring St Ives' cobbled streets.
Step out the door and find yourself on Porthmeor beach in a matter of minutes.
The kitchen is modern and sleek for rustling up a delicious meal.
Let the chef of the family cook up a storm using fresh local ingredients.
Tuck into a hearty-cooked breakfast to set yourself up for the day.
Prepare a picnic for an uninterrupted day on the beach.
We love the stylish touches such as the hanging lights.
The sumptuous king size bed offers a relaxing night's slumber.
Bedroom 2 is decorated in neutral tones creating a calming space to relax.
Bedroom 2 has a handy storage room for hanging clothes and keeping suitcases.
Wash off sandy toes in the shower room after a day on the sand.
Twin beds in bedroom 1 are perfect for children and young adults.
Settle into the soft sheets and drift off exhausted from the day's adventure.
There is an open hanging space in the twin bedroom for holiday wear.
Start the day under the invigorating rainfall shower.
Warm fluffy towels can be taken straight from the heated towel rail.
There is seating for 4 in the front courtyard.
Take your dinner outside and relax on the patio.
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As for things to do, you certainly won't get bored, with the harbour front and quant cobbled streets quite literally a stone's throw from your front door, with a varied array of restaurants, cafes, shops, and galleries to peruse there is something for everyone. Treat yourself to an ice cream or perhaps takeaway fish and chips and with such a great choice of places to eat out, all within a few minutes you really won't need to worry about having to cook. Being based so close to Porthmeor beach is ideal for a morning dip and laid-back afternoons sunbathing, with the addition of a beach storeroom for storing all year beach essentials. There are many other lovely beaches within easy reach too, including Porthgwidden and Porthminster, with beach equipment hire and cafés on site, perfect for family days spent in the sun.
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Where you'll sleep
Entrance
via communal courtyard leading to front door and into:.
Kitchen/dining room/sitting room
three seater sofa, armchair, Smart TV, dining table with seating for four, electric oven and hob, fridge/ freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher and stairs leading to first floor:
Bedroom 1
twin beds, open hanging rail.
Bedroom 2
King size bed, open hanging rail.
Shower room
large rainfall shower, WC and basin.
Storage room
beach store room, accessed externally via the rear of the property, with windbreaker and parasol.
Outdoor area
table with seating for four situated to front of property in communal couryard area.
Additional information
high chair and cot available, WiFi.
what a perfect stay we had here at skippers den great location spotlessly clean everything we needed the beds are amazing so comfy the weather wasn’t very kind to us on this occasion but we didn’t let it spoil things we will return
Mrs Willis September 2024
Skippers Den was a great place to stay, great location couple of minutes from the harbour. Spacious and really well equipped. Would recommended completely.
Miss Barrett September 2024
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.
what a perfect stay we had here at skippers den great location spotlessly clean everything we needed the beds are amazing so comfy the weather wasn’t very kind to us on this occasion but we didn’t let it spoil things we will return
Mrs Willis Sep 2024
Skippers Den was a great place to stay, great location couple of minutes from the harbour. Spacious and really well equipped. Would recommended completely.
Miss Barrett Sep 2024
The house is in a great location, an easy walk to all beaches, harbour and town. It was fresh and clean on arrival. It's a very easy house to stay for a week. I would stay there again.
Miss Childs Sep 2024
Well what can I say. An exceptional place to stay, hidden away but seconds from the harbour and Porthmeor. Nothing to fault. Had an awesome stay and will definitely be back to stay here again.
Ms Halson Aug 2024
Lovely property my family really enjoyed staying here for the week. It’s in a great location, easy to access the beach and the shops.
Mrs Wonta Jun 2024
Beautiful bolt hole away from the crowds but close enough to join in when you want to. Probably one of the best equipped kitchens we’ve seen if you’re staying home to eat with fabulous fittings and decor. We loved this little home ??
Mrs Jones May 2024
Lovely, well appointed cottage in a wonderful location close to the town and beaches.
Mr Noble Jan 2024
We had the best time staying in Skippers Den. The location was perfect - quiet and tucked away but also central to St.Ives and great for exploring other amazing places. The house was extremely well equipped, spacious, clean and beautifully decorated. If we’re ever in St.Ives again, we will definitely be staying here!
Miss Crook Sep 2023
We have stayed in Aspects properties in St. Ives over a dozen times and Skipper's Den rates as one of the top ones for us. It's in a fantastic location with an easy drop off of bags in either Porthmeor Square or the Sloop car park. It's situated within a secure courtyard off the small lanes of Downalong. The property is really comfortable and very well appointed. We felt that it was bigger than it appeared in the photos. The beds are really comfortable and the shower is perfect. We'll be staying here again!
Mr Cashin Aug 2023