Reviews from our digital guestbook
Amazing place and wonderful location. The views are the icing on the cake. Ideal location and surprisingly quiet given how central it is.
Tony
April 2024
Thank you so much for our stay in your beautiful cottage. This was our second visit and we love it! The way you have presented the cottage with such relaxing seating and have made the most of all view points from the window is amazing. We have busy jobs in the NHS and healthcare and are able to really rest and relax when staying in your cottage. It is so spacious! Small details like the welcome pack and coffee machine are really appreciated and the beds are really comfortable.
Mike and Vicki
May 2023
This is truly one of the best holiday cottages in St Ives. The cottage has literally everything to make your stay wonderful. It’s fully stocked with games, films, books for those family nights in. The whole feel of the cottage is wonderful. There is so much space which is ideal for larger parties. The beds are so comfy and again plenty of space for your belongings. The owners have been incredible, loved our personal welcome sign when we arrived, such a lovely touch. I can honestly say if you want the best holiday possible in St Ives, look no further, this cottage is the best out there, it really made our holiday, and will
definitely be returning. The garage was literally a 3 min walk and was ideal as we went out most days. To know you have your own parking space each day just took out that worry and stress you would normally have to deal with trying to park. It has took us years to find the perfect holiday cottage, so pleased we’ve finally found it in Halfway cottage.
Lisa
June 2022
We had such a relaxing break in your beautiful cottage. We were attracted to the property because of the central location in St. Ives and prime views of the harbour but we didn't really appreciate until we got there how spacious and comfortable the house itself would be. The interior is so well thought out; plenty of different seating areas making the most of every view point, to the extent that sometimes it was difficult to choose where to relax! Really comfortable reclining sofas- it felt quite luxurious! Enjoyed the coffee machine too. Beds were also really comfortable. It was also really helpful to have good communication from you prior to and during our stay. Thanks again for providing such lovely accommodation. We're looking forward to returning next year.
Vicki and Mike
June 2022
Superb cottage in a great location,
Perfect view of the harbour and island with easy access off Fore street.
The cottage was truly light and spacious but would be great for a couple/s or large family.
We found the cottage to be immaculately clean and covid aware .
The added bonus of a car parking space just a lovely stroll up the Digey a massive plus, a genuine secure space you can easily get in and out of, the best we've had in st Ives.
The owners were very helpful and informative always on hand but not intrusive, perfect.
We would love to stay again.
Greg and Donna
May 2021
We have been to St Ives many times but this was our first time at halfway cottage. Wow, it was fabulous!!! Fantastic location, views to die for, brilliant communication with owners and they had thought of absolutely everything. Extremely covid safe. Would recommend to everybody and cannot wait to return.
Stephanie
January 2021
Amazing place, location was excellent, right in the middle of everything. We really appreciated the little touches and we all had an amazing holiday, we would love to stay again in the future
Jocelyn
October 2020
We had a fabulous week’s holiday in St Ives. It’s the second time staying at Halfway Cottage and we’d definitely return again. Perfect location, great facilities and wonderful views of the sunrise and sunset over the harbour.
Alexandra
September 2020
Home from home comforts and fantastic views, shops literally on the doorstep for convenience. Had a fantastic 6 days & weather was good. Excellent communication with David & Michelle the owners, even text us earlier than the access time to say that the Cottage was ready!
Sue
September 2020
The beds are very comfortable and we had cotton bedlinen, its a home from home. The cottage is very central and perfectly placed with amazing views.
Christina
September 2020




Diane UptonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As Mary Poppins said, 'Practically perfect in every way'. The position of Halfway Cottage is right amongst the shops and restaurants of St Ives and near the beaches, too, so very handy. It's a spacious property, comfortable and stylish. Very white towels, plenty of space in fridge/freezers , nice dining room. Be aware there are 2 lots of stairs in the cottage if you are less mobile and a couple of steps between each bedroom and bathroom, although there are automatic nightlights. There are wonderful views of the harbour from the upstairs living room. The parking, which I had worried about beforehand, was fine and a big bonus of being just a couple of minutes away walking. If I have to be squeezed for a downside it would be the proximity of a large extractor fan from next door's restaurant near the balcony. But don't let that stop you going. Extremely good communication with the owners, David and Michelle.Thankyou David for the exhilarating video-ed car ride through the streets of St Ives showing the way to the cottage via one-way streets. It was like being on the Big Dipper. I haven't had so much excitement at my age for a long time! (It was a bit slower once I moved it to email and viewed on my laptop). All in all a lovely holiday place.Posted on Hannah CorkTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic cottage in the heart of St Ives. Beautiful views, so much space for a family of five. Parking space was a huge bonus - very central and made it easy to pick up chairs / body boards etc on the walk to the beach (3 mins). Thoroughly recommend and would love to visit again.Posted on Heinz TemplTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lovely cottage in a great central location, with spotless rooms, thoughtful touches like cookies and beach toys, and even a nearby garage — rare for St Ives. Unfortunately, our stay was seriously affected by a constant deep humming noise from nearby restaurant ventilation, comparable to the diesel engine in a ship’s engine room, along with cooking smells when windows were open or when sitting on the terrace. The noise ran from early morning until midnight, making the terrace unusable and sleeping without earplugs impossible. After speaking with restaurant staff, we learned there have been frequent complaints about this problem. The owners were responsive but the issue persisted, and our request for a modest refund was declined. If the noise and smell issues are fixed, it would be close to perfect — until then, think twice if you’re sensitive to either. Details: We stayed at this cottage in August 2025 and, at first, were truly impressed. The booking process was smooth and friendly, with excellent communication from the owners. On arrival, the cottage was spotless, well-prepared, and even included thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack with cookies, milk, and beach toys for the children. The location is central and convenient for exploring the area, and the property itself is comfortable and nicely decorated. The garage, located 200m away, is a particularly valuable extra in the narrow streets of St Ives. Unfortunately, our stay was overshadowed by a serious noise issue from nearby restaurant ventilation systems. The deep humming sound — most comparable to the constant vibration of a ship’s diesel engine in the engine room — was present from early morning until midnight, reaching levels that made it impossible to enjoy the terrace or sleep without earplugs. Along with the noise came a constant cooking smell whenever the windows were open or we sat on the terrace, which made it even harder to relax. This disturbance was not mentioned anywhere in the listing or reviews we had read beforehand. While the owners responded promptly to our messages and contacted the restaurant, the noise and smell persisted throughout our stay. After speaking directly with restaurant staff, we learned that there have been frequent complaints about this issue in the past. We found it hard to believe the suggestion that this had never been a problem before, especially as repeated assurances that engineers would fix it made no difference. The suggestion that we, as tourists, should approach the restaurant owners ourselves also seemed impractical. We had paid the full amount (including a damage deposit) in advance at the owners’ request, so leaving early in high season with three children was not a realistic option. We suggested a modest partial refund as a goodwill gesture, but this was declined, as the owners did not consider themselves responsible for the problem. In summary, this is a lovely cottage in many respects, with caring hosts and a great location — but be aware that there may be significant noise and smells from nearby restaurants, which, in our case, were unavoidable and very disruptive. If the ventilation issue is resolved, it would be close to perfect. Until then, prospective guests should consider whether they are sensitive to noise and cooking smells.Posted on Jodi FarnsworthTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were very impressed with the cottage and what it offers. We stayed as a family with 2 grown up teenagers so the layout of the house was perfect for us. The balcony is simply amazing you could sit all day watching the world go by it really was a favourite place to spend time. The bedrooms were large with comfy beds and great fans which were needed! The whole cottage was spacious with a plentiful choice of sitting areas, with amazing views! The settees were also very comfortable. The addition of the parking space was a brilliant plus, very close to the house for unpacking and it meant we could leave all our beach things in the car and not have to traipse back to the house with them. The coffee machine was also a welcome addition. Thank you David and Michelle who were the perfect hosts! We hope to return next year to make more memories!Posted on Helen MusgroveTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was our first time in St. Ives and the Halfway Cottage. We had an amazing time, St. Ives is beautiful and Halfway Cottage is located right in the centre easy walking to everything including the beaches. The Cottage was big and ideal layout for our 2 families. It had everything we could need and the beds were really comfortable with lovely soft fresh bedding and towels provided. The balcony and windows all had amazing views over the harbour and sea. A massive plus point was the free private parking space in a garage, saved a fortune on parking fees. The lovely couple who own the Cottage are really helpful and respond back straight away to any messages. I would definately recommend Halfway Cottage for your stay in St. Ives.Posted on Dean PritchardTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. St Ives is such a beautiful part of the UK and our stay at Halfway Cottages was absolutely perfect. Superb location looking out onto the harbour front which also offers private parking included (unheard of in St Ives unless you are willing to pay a significantly extra cost) and makes the trip so much easier. Beaches, restaurants, bars and shops all with a stones throw of the cottage means this place offers it all for this part of the world. Our stay was during the famous food festival on the beach which was amazing and complimented what the cottage had to offer. Even though St Ives was packed with people the cottage offered the getaway we needed and offered us the chance to close the door, sit on the balcony and watch the world go by and the tide rise and fall without a care in world. David and Michelle were perfect hosts providing all the information we could ever need and a quick email prior to arriving to understand the local area meant we were well informed and could maximise the experience. We will definitely be back and can't wait to experience the rest of what St Ives has offer.Posted on Joy BodingtonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We enjoyed our weeks stay at Halfway Cottage for our godson's wedding. Fabulous location right in the middle of town, great for shopping or eating in the evenings. Everyone said the beds were very comfy, coffee machine was a great hit, considering we had a braista in the family. Would love to return at some point. Richard & Joy BodingtonPosted on Brian CopleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This property is simply exceptional! The facilities provided are first class and the location is perfect. Not to mention the use of a private car parking space, which in St Ives is a luxury! David and Michelle the owners/hosts are very friendly and extremely accommodating and helpful. All this is demonstrated not only by thoughtful little gestures like welcoming messages and gifts, but also by other things that make a big difference to your holiday. For example - our party of six drove overnight from Yorkshire to St Ives and arrived at breakfast time on Saturday morning knowing, as per the t’s & c’s, we wouldn’t be able to access the property until 4pm on Saturday afternoon. However, totally unprompted, the owners contacted me to say the cottage had been prepared early and we were welcome to make use of it, along with the parking space, as soon as we needed it. When you’ve travelled a long distance through the night, especially with young children, this was a godsend and very much appreciated. I firmly believe you can only receive this kind of personal attention by dealing directly with the property owners. Our family have been holidaying in St Ives for over 40 years and we’re now bringing our grandchildren and over the years we’ve stayed occasionally in hotels but mainly in rented cottages and I can honestly say taking everything into consideration this cottage is the best we’ve stayed in. This was our third consecutive visit to Halfway Cottage and we’ve already booked for next year. I thoroughly recommend this cottage! Thank you David and Michelle.Posted on Kelly HortonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently had the most amazing stay at Halfway cottage. Everything was just perfect from the location, to the amenities, the cleanliness and of course the breathtaking views ! The cottage was very well stocked and the beds were so comfortable 😴 David was a very responsive host and we honestly felt like everything we needed was available to us. We can’t wait to come again.. Thank you so much !! xPosted on j simpsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We stayed at Halfway cottage for a week in May, the cottage is in the perfect location, it was lovely and clean and had everything you would need. It was lovely to sit out on the balcony in the mornings with a coffee watching the sun rise. We will definitely stay again. Thank you 😊Posted on Google rating score: 4.9 of 5,
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Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. A most wonderful and enjoyable week in the most delightful house, in the most perfect location! You honestly couldn’t ask for better! Literally everything on your doorstep, the house and balcony are fabulous, as soon as you arrive you go straight to fully relaxed mode! Thanks again David & Michelle, we’ll definitely be back🥰☀️Posted on Jen Lucy23. July, 2022.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. We are just back from a wonderful stay at Halfway Cottage. The house is so comfortable and has everything you could possibly need for a relaxing holiday. The views are spectacular, with something to see from nearly every window and the cottage is light, bright and airy. The location couldn’t be any better with everything on your doorstep and the added bonus of a car parking space nearby is brilliant too. Spotlessly clean, comfortable beds, comfy recliner chairs, smart tv and fast wifi all helped make our stay even more enjoyable.Posted on Margo Murray17. July, 2022.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. It’s location & wonderful scenic views . We are currently on holiday and staying at Halfway Cottages what a delight it’s proving to be . We have been coming to St Ives for over 40years and after the pandemic we are thrilled with our new find. Delighted to say we will be staying here whenever we come in the future, the cottage is situated on Fore Street in the heart of the town . Beautiful accommodation over three floors spacious, spotlessly clean and such wonderful scenic views from all aspects especially the terrace . The owners are committed to excellent customer service, communication with them was always speedily responded to and very informative .It’s Ideal for watching forming rainbows .Posted on Carol Millington21. April, 2022.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. Thank you for a lovely few days in St Ives . A beautiful cottage with wonderful views over the harbour . The cottage has everything you could possibly need and the finishing touches such as the welcome board when you arrive really set the scene and made you feel at home . Really missing that wonderful viewPosted on Gaynor Middleton26. September, 2021.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. This is a beautiful cottage in a perfect location. Much larger inside than it appears it is beautifully decorated with all the modern appliances you might need. It is a really comfortable home from home and the views across the harbour from the top floor whether inside or out on the balcony. Despite its location on busy Fore Street it’s very quiet inside. The private parking is a real bonus and is very close by.Hosts David and Michelle are only a phone call away if there are any issues and are very helpful. If you want a relaxing holiday in a beautiful house in a central location with spectacular views this is the place for you.Posted on Peta Maidman25. September, 2021.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. Amazing location, perfect for all ages. For our family holiday it was second to none. Beautiful decor but still extremely comfortable. Home from home feel. Extremely clean and contains everything you need. The view from the balcony is breath taking. The hosts are so very warm and welcoming and the communication is phenomenal.Posted on Ceris Gibbs24. July, 2021.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. View is just fantastic to wake upto in a morning and the house is home from home, has everything you need and more. Very welcoming hosts, great communication and a great family base for a holiday. Thanks for having us, we had a super time! 😊Posted on Lindsay Stanton15. May, 2021.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. Had a fantastic stay at Halfway Cottage great location to be in with the kids and a lovely place to stay in. Really welcoming hosts that made you feel at home and were readily contactable. We look forward to going back when we canPosted on Claire Bishop6. May, 2021.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. Absolutely stunning property in the centre of St Ives. Amazing hosts who couldn’t be more helpful. Really made our wedding. Thanks so much.Posted on Catherine Tuckwood14. August, 2020.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. Absolutely love this place 😍 right in the heart of st ives, amazing location, ideal for families or couples, great off road parking 👌 would love to go back sometime soon 😁👍Posted on Sarah Jane Harvey24. April, 2020.
