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Vitamin Sea
Downalong, St Ives
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Vitamin Sea is the ideal base for families wishing to stay within the heart of St Ives town. Set across three floors, this two bedroom property, with open plan sitting room and kitchen, is spacious whilst still having that cosy cottage feel, which is frequently sought after in St Ives. The top bedroom has a beautiful feature window, where you can sit back, relax and even enjoy some sea views. A few steps from your front door will bring you out onto the harbour front, where you will be spoilt with a choice of enough bars, restaurants and shops to keep you entertained all week!
For those hoping to try something new, watersports equipment can be hired on Porthmeor Beach, which is a five minute walk away and daily boat trips run from the harbour in the warmer months.
Entrance
from street level leading into:
Kitchen/dining/sitting room
sofa, armchair, bench seat, TV/DVD, electric stove, electric oven and hob, Nespresso machine, fridge/freezer, washing machine, breakfast bar with four stools. Stairs to first floor:
Bedroom 1
twin beds.
Shower room
shower, WC, basin. Stairs from landing leading to second floor:
Bedroom 2
double bed, TV, full length feature window with sea views.
Additional information
electric heating, please note the stairs leading to the second floor are steep, WiFi, short breaks available.
Lovely little place and great location. Only 2 of us stayed in it which was fine for us but I would find it a bit cramped with 4 people.
Miss McGrory October 2021
Great location, views from top bedroom sitting there with the door open playing cards was very nice and would definitely return here for the ease of the whole holiday, no stress whatsoever!
Mr Baldwin August 2021
2021
| 1 Jan - 6 Feb | 406 |
| 13 February | 417 |
| 20 Feb - 20 Mar | 406 |
| 27 March | 448 |
| 3 Apr - 10 Apr | 575 |
| 17 April | 406 |
| 24 April | 448 |
| 1 May | 542 |
| 8 May - 22 May | 573 |
| 29 May | 853 |
| 5 June | 661 |
| 12 June | 687 |
| 19 June | 740 |
| 26 June | 828 |
| 3 July | 870 |
| 10 July | 885 |
| 17 July | 983 |
| 24 Jul - 21 Aug | 1057 |
| 28 August | 740 |
| 4 September | 672 |
| 11 September | 624 |
| 18 September | 495 |
| 25 Sep - 9 Oct | 490 |
| 16 October | 500 |
| 23 October | 550 |
| 30 Oct - 11 Dec | 406 |
| 18 December | 643 |
| 25 Dec - 31 Dec | 815 |
2022
| 1 Jan - 5 Feb | 418 |
| 12 Feb - 19 Feb | 484 |
| 26 February | 434 |
| 5 Mar - 19 Mar | 440 |
| 26 March | 478 |
| 2 Apr - 16 Apr | 637 |
| 23 April | 484 |
| 30 April | 544 |
| 7 May - 21 May | 577 |
| 28 May | 901 |
| 4 June | 687 |
| 11 June | 703 |
| 18 June | 769 |
| 25 June | 857 |
| 2 Jul - 9 Jul | 901 |
| 16 July | 1022 |
| 23 Jul - 20 Aug | 1099 |
| 27 August | 1022 |
| 3 September | 714 |
| 10 September | 637 |
| 17 Sep - 24 Sep | 593 |
| 1 Oct - 8 Oct | 506 |
| 15 Oct - 22 Oct | 615 |
| 29 Oct - 10 Dec | 418 |
| 17 December | 681 |
| 24 Dec - 31 Dec | 846 |
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Downalong
Situated between Porthmeor Beach and the harbour, where fishermen still land a daily catch, holiday cottages in this area are ideally situated for those guests who want to stay right in the heart of the town within seconds of all St Ives has to offer. The cottages, most of which still retain much of their original character and features, have been updated to accommodate modern day living and offer a home from home whilst giving a true feeling of the real St Ives. Read about Holidays in St Ives.
View all of our Downalong Cottages >
Local events
St Ives September Festival
Now becoming a sellout event, this festival keeps attracting more and more visitors who come to enjoy a wide range of acts, including music, theatre, poetry and visual arts.
11th - 25th September 2021
St Ives Food & Drink Festival
Growing in size and popularity, the St Ives Food Festival features top chefs, quality Cornish goods, sandcastle competitions for children and food demonstrations.
17th - 19th September 2021
St Ives Shanty Shout Weekend
Featuring more than 20 sea shanty groups and with sailor and pirate themed fancy dress, this year's event will be raising money for Cornwall Air Ambulance and its New Heli Appeal. It'll take place in various pubs and venues in St Ives.
19th - 20th November 2021
New Year's Eve in St Ives
Spend New Year's Eve in St Ives for an unforgettable evening at the largest fancy dress party in the county. Ring in the New Year with an unbeatable fireworks display by the sea.
31st December 2021
Find out more about New Year's Eve in St Ives here>
St Ives Feast Day
Feast Day offers visitors the chance to witness, and even join in with, a centuries-old tradition. The Mayor 'Hurls the Silver Ball' into the crowd on the beach below. The one who returns the ball to the Guildhall steps by midday receives a silver coin.
TBC February 2022
St Ives Bay Helicopter Tours
For two weeks only, Adventure 001, supporters of Cornwall Air Ambulance, will be bringing their helicopter experiences to St Ives! Book your flight online and take in the incredible views across St Ives bay and beyond!
July and August 2022
St Ives Lifeboat Day
A fun packed day hosted by the RNLI lifeboat Station. See the lifeboats on display and in action on the water with demonstrations featuring one of the HM Coastguard helicpoters!
TBC Summer 2022
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.
Lovely little place and great location. Only 2 of us stayed in it which was fine for us but I would find it a bit cramped with 4 people.
Miss McGrory 8 days ago
Great location, views from top bedroom sitting there with the door open playing cards was very nice and would definitely return here for the ease of the whole holiday, no stress whatsoever!
Mr Baldwin Aug 2021
Easy access to town, shops, beaches. The view on the third floor was amazing . Very comfortable and it was everything we needed. Would love to come back again.
Miss Woodward Jul 2021
Property is in an amazing spot right next to the harbour. It is also exactly as described in the brochure so no nasty surprises on arrival. Brilliant value for money.
Mr Parkes Jul 2021
Vitamin Sea is small but perfectly located. The downstairs lounge/kitchen/dinner is good for what it is but tight on space. Bedrooms and bathroom all very good. The location is fabulous and is the real selling point for the property. Very easy access to harbour and Fore Street and short walks to Porthgwidden and Porthmeor. Perfectly located for dropping in and out to leave stuff or pick it up. Ease of access to food and drink good and bad in a good way!!
Mr Farrow Jun 2021
This accomodation is charming, clean and comfortable.
mrs mirfin May 2021
Vitamin C is a lovely holiday cottage in a fantastic location close to all beaches, restaurants and shops.. it has a fab view of the Harbour and Smeatons Pier from the main bedroom.. The property is light and modern with comfortable beds and lovely bedding
Mrs Fox Sep 2019
Aspects make the whole transaction from start to finish easy and are so very helpful , we’ve booked again so that’s proof of how pleased we were Thank you
Mr Fearn Aug 2019
We had a fantastic stay in Vitamin Sea. Perfect location for exploring St Ives, everything on the doorstep. Kitchen is well stocked although we hardly used it, choosing to eat out at the many fantastic places St Ives has to offer.
Mrs Walker Jul 2019
Great location for everything in St Ives, easy to walk to. Lovely cottage, very well equipped would definitely come back.
Ms Charlesworth May 2019
Great location for all local amenities, galleries, shops, pubs and restaurants but lovely and quiet at the same time. Excellent cottage for New Year festivities.
Mrs Price Jan 2019
Fantastic location, very comfortable cottage with lots of added extras to make for a lovely holiday.
Mrs Griffiths Sep 2018