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Compass Cottage

St Ives, Cornwall
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Quirky
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Uniquely styled traditional cottage with breath-taking views over St Ives Bay
  • Central St Ives location with rare private parking for added convenience
  • Dog-friendly with an enclosed garden and a sea-view terrace
Property code: OC-C30702

Gaze out across St Ives Bay after exhilarating dog walks along the Cornish coast. This inviting cottage enjoys spectacular views towards the Atlantic Ocean from its enviable position. Sleeping five guests, the two-bedroom, three-storey hideaway is paw-fect for a family with a canine companion. It comes with an enclosed garden and is less than 1 mile from Bamaluz Beach where your four-legged friend can bound free at any time of year.

Rub sandy paws and enter to make yourselves at home in the lovely, open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Offering ample space to hounds and humans, this airy room looks out towards the sea and features a door that can be opened up to bring in a fresh, summer breeze. Feed your famished canine friend in the kitchen, serve dinner to everyone else at the table then sink back into the soft seating with your contented canine at your feet. There is also a WC downstairs. Follow your pal’s wagging tail up to the first-floor lounge to take in the views from there or to watch TV. Your bedrooms, a superb double with sea views and a triple room, with bunk beds and a single that the youngsters in your party will love, are on the floor above. The family bathroom is also up here. Step out from the kitchen to the patio and accompany your children and pet carefully down the stairs to the enclosed garden, which has artificial grass. Linger out here on fine, summer evenings with your happy hound close by. There is parking for one car at the property.

Stretch furry legs with long walks along the scenic South West Coast Path. Stroll 1.5 miles out to Clodgy Point together. The National Trust’s Godrevy, 9.5 miles away, with its headland, footpaths and beaches, is dog friendly all year round.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 triple room with bunk beds and a single bed
  • 1 bathroom with a shower over the bath and WC; 1 separate downstairs WC
  • Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge and freezer, washer dryer, slimline dishwasher
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • TV in sitting area and lounge
  • Garden with deck and bistro seating plus a small garden laid with artificial grass
  • Parking for 1 car
  • Shops, beach, pubs within 300 metres
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Paula Hart

This property is personally managed by Paula.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 11 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Beau 1st June 2026

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Excellent cottage a few mins from the beach and 15 mins from St Ives. Would like to go back, and we might. Can't say better than that

Reviewed by Helen 23rd May 2026

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The property is located in a great position with fabulous views.

Reviewed by Alison 22nd February 2026

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Road traffic is noisy. Headroom is limited on part of the stairs. Parking space is tight for larger cars. Comfy spacious cottage, well equipped, great location and stunning views.

Reviewed by Charlie 4th January 2026

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I would highly recommend compass cottage. The views from each floor were superb and great location, as only a few mins walk to Porthminster beach, so our dog loved it! Also great bonus of a parking space and each room in the property was spacious.

Reviewed by Michael 27th October 2025

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Headroom on the lower flight of stairs pretty restricted but otherwise the cottage is excellent. Wonderful views.

Reviewed by Cheryl 19th October 2025

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Lovely cottage close to the beach, great for our dog.

Reviewed by Carol 28th September 2025

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We really enjoyed our stay, great location and the view is fantastic.

Reviewed by Peter 14th July 2025

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Reviewed by Paul 6th July 2025

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Great holiday cottage with a 2 minute walk to a beautiful beach with everything you need. Portminster has beautiful sand and very safe swimming. 12 minute walk into St Ives and 20 min hilly walk to Carbis bay which is stunning. The cottage is near a busy road but you get used to the noise and it calms down at night. We didnt need the car forRead more the whole holiday so we relaxed and enjoyed the absolutely stunning views from the lounge and bedroom. Hide

Reviewed by Clare 31st May 2025

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Great location and stunning view. Parking space is a plus too. We had a great week in Compass Cottage. Would recommend.

Reviewed by Paul 20th April 2025

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What an amazing place with amazing views across the bay! The best beach in all of St Ives and the entire area is just a few minutes walk out the back door. There are cafs, a bar, restaurants and toilets on a large flat sandy beach. Less than ten minutes walk along the promenade and you are in the town centre and beautiful harbour. It is the perfRead moreect balance of a quiet area for the property and beach then a short walk and your in the bustling town of St Ives and the other three beaches. There is parking and a garden then up a few steps and youre into the kitchen, dining room and lounge area plus a downstairs toilet. The first floor there is a large lounge area with the best views youve ever seen. On the second floor there is a good size bedroom, a good size kids bedroom suitable for three kids and then a family bathroom. Two mins drive up the road there is a large Tesco or ten minutes walk the other there is a CO OP. We found a lot of places child and dog friendly which suited us very well. The town itself is very welcoming and we felt very safe walking about in the day and evening. Join the St Ives pages on social media, they have so much local knowledge that really helped us find places. We would definitely stay here again. Hide

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Canine 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.