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The Cuddy is a single storey cottage situated in a conservation area of the town, adjoining and surrounded by galleries. It has been sympathetically restored and is extremely comfortable and well-equipped for four people. The harbour is within moments of this cottage with its numerous fantastic restaurants and bars. The town and the glorious Porthminster beach are also extremely close by. The Cuddy is a great base for a true St Ives experience.
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six external steps lead up to a stable door, leading into:
two sofas, coffee table, TV, sash window overlooking Westcotts Quay.
halogen hob and electric oven, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, dining table and chairs.
walk-in shower, WC, basin.
double bed, window overlooking Westcotts Quay, en suite bath with shower over, WC, basin.
twin beds, window to rear.
gas central heating throughout, WiFi.
Great location. The Cuddy was comfortable with a big kitchen, bathroom and showroom. Bedrooms big enough for a short stay for the two of us.
Mr Buckle October 2024
The main selling point of The Cuddy is the location. Everything is as described, reasonably well equipped and large enough for a family of 4.
Mr Bell July 2024
Narrow lanes are dotted with boutique shops, artisan bakeries, cafes, bars, and restaurants. Discover picturesque gardens, stunning coastal paths, and art galleries galore, all on your doorstep.
St Ives Town is home to Trewyn Subtropical Gardens, tucked away behind Fore Street?
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.
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.
Fantastic location. I had morning coffee on the bench outside. Comfortable furniture, new and comfy sofas different to photo, good facilities and the property is warm. The steps are steep and one step is rounded with age so you need to be careful but there are two sturdy handrails. There is no external dustbin so you have to keep your rubbish until the last day but there are two large kitchen bins. You can see the sea if you stick your head out of the window! Bring your slippers as there are no rugs.
Mrs Armstrong 11 days ago
Reply from Aspects Holidays
It's great to hear you enjoyed your time at The Cuddy, we have to agree - it really is a fanstastic location, especially for those morning coffees in the glorious sunshine!
As you have mentioned, there are some external steps leading to the property with a handrail on either side which some may not find suitable; we do try to show this in the property photos so that guests can decide if this would work for them, although we are glad to hear this didn't impact you at all.
All iformation regading waste collection is within the property information folder and while the collection date is on a changeover day, as you mentioned, there are two large bins in the property to help manage this.
We are so glad you had an amazing time away and we hope we will be able to welcome you back very soon! Phoebe, Customer Services.
Great location. The Cuddy was comfortable with a big kitchen, bathroom and showroom. Bedrooms big enough for a short stay for the two of us.
Mr Buckle Oct 2024
The main selling point of The Cuddy is the location. Everything is as described, reasonably well equipped and large enough for a family of 4.
Mr Bell Aug 2024
Comfortable cottage and an excellent location, close to beaches, harbour, town and station.
Mrs Simpson Jun 2024
Another fantastic stay at The Cuddy. Can't be beaten on location for all the hotspots in St.Ives. We'll be back!
Miss Machin Jun 2024
The Cuddy is in an excellent, peaceful area on a central level location in St Ives, but away from any late night noise. It is well equipped and cosy. If you haven't booked with Aspects Holidays before, their service from booking to arrival is excellent.
Mr Crooks Apr 2024
Our fourth stay at the Cuddy. We really love this cosy and excellently located cottage.
Mrs Stevenson Apr 2024
We had a very enjoyable stay at The Cuddy. The convenience of the position is great. Just a step from the sea and very close to all necessary amenities. The property was clean, bright, well equipped and comfortable. Anyone with mobility issues may find getting up to the front door a challenge.
Mrs Dowdeswell Mar 2024
Reply from Aspects Holidays
It's great to hear that you had a lovely stay at The Cuddy. Although the property is spread out over one level inside, there are six external steps leading up to the front door so as you have said this may not be suitable for all. There are handrails to assist with going up and down the steps, but if you have any questions or queries at all please do let us know before booking and we'll be happy to advise. Katy, Customer Services.
We had a brilliant stay at the Cuddy, the location was handy to walk into town.
Mrs Davies Feb 2024
The Cuddy is in an exceptional location and is surprisingly spacious inside. The kitchen is large and has all the core equipment provided. The washer doesn't dry, but there is a dehumidifier which wet clothes can be placed next to which will assist the drying.
Lots of space to hang coats by the door and a rail for drying wetsuits on the porch.
Beds were comfy and plenty of room for us as a family of 4.
Had a lovely time at the cuddy and would stay again.
Mr Warwood Jan 2024
A great property in an amazing location. You can hear and feel the sea at high tide which is a highlight. The property has everything we needed and beds were comfy. Thank you.
Mr Poulton Dec 2023
The Cuddy is a lovely, comfortable and well equipped holiday cottage. We appreciated the good size of this property. The central location is very convenient.
We would definitely book again BUT other accommodation with a delightful sea view has won us over for our next St Ives visit…………..apologies to The Cuddy!
Mr Hill Nov 2023
Great location and lovely accommodation. Would definitely recommend to family and friends and would stay again in the future.
Mrs Deaney Oct 2023
Just back from a fantastic week at The Cuddy. Ideal location, well equipped and spotlessly clean. We'll definitely be back.
Miss Machin Sep 2023
Absolutely fab. The Cuddy is in a great location really comfortable , well equipped and spotlessly clean .
Mrs Bryant Aug 2023
The best holiday home we’ve stayed in , Very spacious, very clean , Perfect location No issues
Miss Angel Aug 2023
Would highly recommend The Cuddy. It is a very comfortable and well equipped cottage in an extremely convenient location.
Mrs Simpson May 2023
The Cuddy. A few(steep) steps takes you into the accommodation,which is all on one level when you get inside. 1 double bedroom & 1 with 2 single beds. 2 bathrooms. Very spacious lounge & kitchen. Excellent location. Close to everything. Stayed before,Loved it this time & Already provisionally booked for next year!!
Mr Vaughan May 2023
We enjoyed our first stay at The Cuddy. The property is so handy for the beaches, harbour, shops, busses, trains and supermarket etc. We found the property to be very clean and well appointed.
Mr Crooks Apr 2023
We love The Cuddy and have stayed there several times now. Booked a week for 2024 already. It is a cosy property and generally well equipped. Good location in St Ives.
Mrs Stevenson Apr 2023
Loved staying at The Cuddy, all on one floor although near St Ives centre it was quiet. Would definitely stay here again, only one slight problem were that the steps into the property are quite steep. But it was a lovely property, and would highly recommend.
Mrs Jones Sep 2022
The Cuddy is a delightful cottage in a great central location - so central that there were never any hills to walk up! It was very comfortable (there were 2 of us) and it had everything we needed. Enjoyed sitting on the benches outside the st Ives arts centre ( just a few metres from the Cuddy front door) with a cup of tea and watching the sun rise. Only downside of it being so central is being woken up a few times with noisy people outside late at night but we had our bedroom window open as it was warm. On the plus side, was lovely hearing the waves. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Mrs Mason Sep 2022
We had a great stay here at the cuddy. Great location, lovely decor throughout, would recommend.
Miss Miller Sep 2022
The cuddy is a lovely cosy little house with a fantastic location close to the beaches and shops of st Ives
Ms Connor Aug 2022
The Cuddy is very well presented, clean and comfortable. Porthminster beach is 5 mins walk and the town about the same. 50 metres away is a local cafe serving good coffee and cakes. Parking could be an issue, however register with Cornwall Council and purchase a St Ives Group permit. It gives access to 3 car parks in the area for the price. It is also cheaper. You can drive right up to the front door to unload and pack up the car. Perhaps the only thing missing was views from the property.
Mr Williamson Jun 2022
The Cuddy is really good for a family with no mobility issues as it's so near all amenities
Mrs Hughes May 2022
Lovely apartment, clean, well decorated, well equipped, comfortable living room and a very useful washing machine. The only problem was I found the single bed mattress uncomfortable. Otherwise everything was excellent!
Mr Leach Mar 2022
A decent, clean little cottage in a fabulous location - we enjoyed our stay.
Ms Coles Jan 2022
Lovely comfortable cottage so close to all amenities. Very practical for my friend who has to use a wheelchair only few steps to entrance and then everything was on the flat. Very rare in St Ives
Mrs Whiley Dec 2021
It was close to the harbour, shops and train station. Bonus was having 2 bathrooms. Looks really small from outside but when you go in lots of room.
Mr Rushton Oct 2021
Cuddy - lovely property in excellent location- bigger than it looks. Comfortable and cosy - you can hear the sea , but you don’t have a view dispite it being so close. Would deffo stay there again, in-fact rebooked for next year.
Mrs Charlesworth Sep 2021
My parents stayed at The Cuddy for the first time this year and have already booked again for next year. Fantastic location and easy access. Very clean and comfortable.
Mr Shaw Jul 2021
Already booked again for next year! I think that says it all.
Mr Gamble Jun 2021
A light and airy holiday home. Great location. Booked already for next year's holiday.
Mrs Stevenson May 2021
This was our third time in The Cuddy and we loved our time there. The house was spotlessly clean and well equipped. We love the location of the cottage, close to town and the beach with a sea view if you sit on the steps! The two bathrooms is a real bonus. We will return and thank Aspects for their thorough cleaning and information pack. We will be back! The Monkhouse Family
Mrs Monkhouse Sep 2020
A fantastic apartment for a family holiday. Two bathrooms were a big plus! Large kitchen dining space & lounge also a bonus! The location is PERFECTION. Right by the sea & in the middle of it all. We WILL be back!!
Mrs Davies Aug 2020
Great little cottage located near to the shops, restaurants and beaches, ideal for shopping, eating and generally meandering around this quaint beautiful village. The cottage was very clean and well equipped. The service we had from Aspects was fantastic from start to finish. Our only observation is.... be prepared for possible parking difficulties since you cant park at the cottage due to its location. That said, the cottage was lovely and ideally situated to all the amenities you need for a happy holiday, which more than makes up for the odd parking issue! Absolutely love St Ives and will be back!
Mrs Nordoff Jul 2020
Amazing location with very easy access to Harbour, town, Co-op and beaches. Cosy lounge and well equipped kitchen. Lots of books and games to keep you amused if weather is really bad. Lovely welcome of milk in the fridge plus tea, coffee and sugar, as well as some dishwasher and washing tablets. Service from Aspects was, as usual, wonderful.
Mrs Brown Feb 2020
We have stayed at St Ives for many years in various properties and this was one of the best ones.
Well looked after by the owners and had a spacious, updated feel about it all. Nothing felt tired in the property and it was very clean.
Really good location as well and it would be hard to find any real negatives to say here.
Fully recommend this property.
Mr Battle Jan 2020
clean comfortable property in handy location downside. near to all beaches and shopping areas.
Mrs Bowler Oct 2019
The Cuddy was chosen for its location, Porthminster in one direction the town centre very close and FLAT thoroughly enjoyed our stay, spacious and clean what better recommendation than, we booked again for next September when dropping the keys off.
Mrs Chambers Sep 2019
Our stay at The Cuddy was 5star. So good we have put a reserve on it for next year.
Mr. Johnson Jul 2019
This was our second stay at The Cuddy and it is fast becoming our favourite place......fantastic location.....plenty of room......really clean & tidy.....we loved it and will no doubt return for a third, fourth, fifth time.........
Mr Gibbs Jul 2019
Ideal location. Lovely little cottage. Very homely. More than suited our needs. Enjoyed our stay very much.
Mrs Farmer Apr 2019
Our second stay at The Cuddy!
A wonderful, cosy, quirky cottage with everything you need for a great stay in St Ives and moments from the Harbour and beaches. Just a couple of minutes walk away, parking in the railway station car park is easy an convenient.
Would highly recommend this accommodation.
Mrs Gill Feb 2019
Absolutely superb from start to finish. Our second stay at the Cuddy and our favourite place. Fab location too. We also really appreciated the lovely touch re the balloons, bubbly, chocs and card from you all too as it was our honeymoon. So kind of you.
Mr Wilkes Oct 2018
A wonderful cottage that provides a comfortable stay in the most fantastic location, we miss it already!
Mrs Hankins Jul 2018
Wonderful location, 2 bathrooms which was a plus with two teenagers.
Mrs Hankins Apr 2018
Oh "The Cuddy" what a little gem you are, a true Chocolate Box dream, deceivingly more spacious and full of modern charm on the inside than might first appear. Big rooms, tasteful very clean décor and furnishings, comfy beds and sofas and all you need in this extremely convenient location. Drift off to sleep and wake lulled by the sound of the sea, such a restful and pleasing property. We used to stop and stroke the lovely ginger cat who slept on the steps of The Cuddy for many years, we know how happy he must have been to live here, and so wish we did too. Delightful!
Ms Barham Mar 2018
The Cuddy's position is fantastic. Although there was no seaview from the window, a step out of the door and there it was. The waves at Westcott Quay can be quite dramatic and we enjoyed and we're able to watch the spectacle with our cups of tea! It was also close to shops and restaurants. The house had everything we needed, was comfortable and clean. I would definitely recommend The Cuddy for families and couples alike.
Mrs Gill Feb 2018
You will not be disappointed booking this cottage it was wonderful , so cosy and everything you will want is there we were sorry to leave , this cottage is a little gem loved it . XXM
Mrs Nicholas Oct 2017
The perfect cottage for us, the location is just right in the middle of all the action but surprisingly not noisy at all at night time. Doesn't have sea views but you just have to come out of the front door and the sea is in front of you! Loved it and would book it again.
Ms Lorente Arnau Aug 2016
The Cuddy is a spacious, clean cottage with everything you could need for your stay. It is in a quiet position, but the sea is just outside with a short walk to the harbour and the town one way and Porthminster Beach the other.
Miss Griffin Apr 2016
Perfect location, comfy beds, quality furniture and fittings - if we didn't have a dog we'd block book it for years to come!
Mrs Banks Apr 2016
I recommend 'The Cuddy' cottage for a holiday in St Ives. From the photos I felt this was the place I wanted to live in for a week. Perched over the beach with stunning views on the autumn changing sea and lulled by the tides while so close to the town centre this previously fisherman's house is just ideal.
Ms Essafi Dec 2015
The Cuddy is a lovely cottage, very comfortable and spacious and perfectly situated. We will definitely stay here again.
Mr Smith Jun 2015
Highly recommend this cottage for convenience, location, price, cleanliness...perfect spot!
Will be back again!!!
Mrs Bloom Mar 2015
Superb, spacious, comfortable and well equipped cottage. Ideal for families or couples especially having the location within such easy access to the town
Mr Wilkes Mar 2015