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Bay Dream, Carbis Bay

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Living Area
The spacious living area is open plan with the dining area and kitchen.

About Bay Dream

Living Area
The spacious living area is open plan with the dining area and kitchen. The room is beautifully styled and airy and is furnished with a plush black velvet sofa with recliner, a 4-seater chaise sofa, a coffee table, sideboard, side tables, TV stand and Smart flat screen TV with Freeview as well as an Alexa

Kitchen
The gorgeous kitchen has ample work top space and storage and features an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge / freezer, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, cafetiere, utensils, crockery, cookware, glasses, cutlery, iron, ironing board and vacuum cleaner

Dining Area
This area is furnished with a round table and four chairs

Bedroom
The sumptuous separate bedroom is furnished with a king size bed, bedside tables with reading lights, chest of drawers, flat screen TV with Freeview and hanging rail

Bathroom
The stunning bathroom has a walk-in shower cubicle with rainfall attachment as well as a hand held shower, heated towel rail, cabinet, electric demisting mirror, hairdryer, hand basin and WC

Outside
The small gravel courtyard to the back of the property is completely private and is furnished with an outdoor dining set of a table and chairs

Parking
Bay Dream offer one parking space on the property. Guests are asked to park on the left hand side only to allow the property owners access to their own parking on the right. Additional on street parking is available in the immediate area but will be on a first-come first-served basis
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Local Insights: Bay Dream

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Carbis Bay, Cornwall

Weather & Local Conditions

18Β°C

Clear sky

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 3:13am

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17.90Β°C
Temperature
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9 km/h
Wind Speed
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81%
Humidity
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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

  • βœ“ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
  • βœ“ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
  • βœ“ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
  • βœ“ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active
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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bay Dream sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition
This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

  • βœ“ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
  • βœ“ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
  • βœ“ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
  • βœ“ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up
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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

85m

(279 feet above sea level)

Bay Dream sits in a peaceful Cornwall setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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85m
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Carbis Bay
Nearest Village
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Rural
Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

  • βœ“ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
  • βœ“ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
  • βœ“ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
  • βœ“ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits
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Driving Note: The roads to Carbis Bay are typical Cornwall lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 50.1934369Β° N | Longitude: 5.4635775Β° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Carbis Bay (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:25am

Sunrise

7:29pm

Golden Hour

8:29pm

Sunset

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Sunrise
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8:29pm
Sunset
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7:29pm
Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

  • βœ“ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
  • βœ“ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
  • βœ“ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
  • βœ“ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day
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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:29pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Carbis Bay, you have approximately 16.07 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Bay Dream.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Cornwall. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

Family & Fun

Data updated: 14 Jul 2026 | Location: 50.1934369, -5.4635775

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