Happy Days Cottage, Cornwall | Pet Friendly Cottage Company

About Happy Days Cottage

This property is accessed directly from Island Road

Living Room
A lovely room with white-washed walls and exposed stone, shutters, wooden floors and a log burner. Furnished with a sofa, two armchairs, a *wood burner and Smart TV
*Guests are asked to bring their own wood and firelighters

Kitchen
A fabulous kitchen with a good range of appliances, including an electric single fan-assisted oven and grill and induction hob, a Smeg fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, kettle, toaster, cafetiere, and microwave.
A selection of glasses, cutlery, crockery, cookware and utensils is provided, as well as an iron, ironing board and vacuum cleaner

Dining Room
A dining table within the kitchen space with six chairs. There is a door opening to the small courtyard at the back of the cottage

Master Bedroom
Situated upstairs on the top floor, this large and luxurious bedroom features a king-size bed and a free-standing roll-top bath
Bedside tables with lamps, a hanging rail for clothes, a mirror, an armchair, a chest of drawers, a Smart TV (with Freeview) and a DVD player, and a hairdryer

Bedroom Two (en-suite)
Situated on the first floor, this elegant bedroom has a double bed, bedside tables, bedside lamps, a built-in wardrobe, a Smart TV (with Freeview), and a hairdryer

Bedroom Three
This first-floor bedroom is ideal for children and is furnished with bunk beds, a built-in wardrobe, a mirror, a lamp and a little stool
Please note that the beds in this room are not suitable for adults

Bathroom One
Located on the first floor, the family bathroom includes a walk-in shower, wash basin, WC, heated towel rail, mirror and cabinet

Bathroom Two
This first-floor bathroom is the en-suite to Bedroom Two and has a walk-in shower, a hand basin, a mirror, a cabinet, a heated towel rail and a WC

*There’s also a free-standing roll-top bath within the master bedroom on the top floor

Outside
A small courtyard at the back of the cottage is furnished with a bistro table and chairs. This space has a gate which other cottage residents may use as access, so the area isn’t secure for dogs

Parking
The long-stay Island Car Park is a minute’s walk from the property, but please note that it is very popular, so space is limited during the busier months
Information for all council car parks in St Ives

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Need To Know

✓Amenities Internet
✓Amenities Linens
✓Kitchen Dining Coffeemaker
✓Kitchen Dining Kitchen
✓Kitchen Dining Dishwasher
✓Kitchen Dining Refrigerator
✓Amenities Washer
✓Amenities Iron Board
✓Kitchen Dining Dining Table
✓Kitchen Dining Toaster
✓Kitchen Dining Spices
✓Kitchen Dining Dishes Utensils
✓Kitchen Dining Microwave
✓Kitchen Dining Oven
✓Kitchen Dining Stove
✓Amenities Towels
✓Amenities Hair Dryer
✓Themes Family
✓Amenity Baby Crib
✓Kitchen Dining Highchair
✓Outdoor Deck Patio Uncovered
✓Entertainment Smart Tv
✓Entertainment Television
✓Entertainment Stereo
✓Sports Hiking
✓Amenities Wood Stove
✓Amenities Heating
✓Smoke Detector
✓Carbon Monoxide Detector
✓Amenities Living Room

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Local Insights: Happy Days Cottage

Unique information you won't find on booking sites

St Ives, Cornwall

Weather & Local Conditions

18°C

Clear sky

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 3:15am

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17.60°C

Temperature

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9 km/h

Wind Speed

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84%

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

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ 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

Happy Days Cottage 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

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ 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

14m

(46 feet above sea level)

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

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14m

Elevation

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St Ives

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to St Ives 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: 50.2160290° N | Longitude: 5.478032° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for St Ives (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:25am

Sunrise

7:30pm

Golden Hour

8:30pm

Sunset

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4:25am

Sunrise

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8:30pm

Sunset

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7:30pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ 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 (7:30pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in St Ives, 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 Happy Days Cottage.

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.

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About Happy Days Cottage

Need To Know

More Pet Friendly Cottages You May Like

Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Happy Days Cottage

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Happy Days Cottage Right For Your Group

For Families

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Pet Friendly

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