Serendipity Cottage | Cornwall Cottage

About Serendipity Cottage

The cottage is accessed via 6 steps

Living Room
Situated on the ground floor, this gorgeous room is open plan with the kitchen / diner and is furnished with a 37″ plasma TV (with Freeview), DVD player, a large U-shaped sofa and a wood-burning stove
*Logs and firelighters supplied for first fire

Kitchen
The contemporary kitchen is open plan with the living / dining area and features granite worktops and a range of large and small appliances which include an induction hob, electric single fan-assisted oven and grill, fridge/freezer, wine cooler, dishwasher, kettle, cafetiere, toaster, microwave, washer/dryer, iron and ironing board.
A selection of glasses, cutlery, crockery, cookware and utensils is provided

Dining Room
Open plan with the living room it features a table and 6 dining chairs

All three bedrooms are on the upper floor and have duck feather duvets and pillows

Bedroom One
Furnished with a double bed, bedside table and lamp, chest of drawers, a wardrobe and mirror

Bedroom Two
This bedroom features a super king size bed (which can be separated into twin beds on request), bedside tables with lamps, a wardrobe, mirror and chest of drawers
*A hairdryer is provided

Bedroom Three
Furnished with a super king size bed, Smart Tv (with Freeview), bedside tables with lamps, a wardrobe, mirror and chest of drawers
*A hairdryer is provided

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

Bathroom Two
Located on the upper floor this bathroom has a walk-in shower, a hand basin, mirror, cabinet, heated towel rail and WC

Outside
Doors from the kitchen/diner lead out to a fully enclosed courtyard garden with stairs that lead up to a gate. Guests can walk from here down a little lane to the beach
This area is furnished with a table and chairs as well as a charcoal BBQ, and there’s an outdoor shower with hot water

Parking
This property offers an allocated space in the car park of a house called Verbena on Orange Lane which is 15 minutes’ walk away. The space is clearly numbered and named for Serendipity guests
The long stay Island Car Park is 2 minutes’ walk from the property but please note that this car park is very popular so space availability is limited during the busier months.

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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 Dryer
✓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 Hair Dryer
✓Themes Family
✓Amenity Baby Crib
✓Kitchen Dining Highchair
✓Entertainment Toys
✓Outdoor Garden
✓Outdoor Grill
✓Outdoor Deck Patio Uncovered
✓Entertainment Smart Tv
✓Entertainment Television
✓Amenities Parking
✓Amenities Wood Stove
✓Amenities Heating
✓Smoke Detector
✓Carbon Monoxide Detector
✓Fire Extinguisher
✓Amenities Living Room

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Local Insights: Serendipity Cottage

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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

Serendipity 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)

Serendipity 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: 50.2155100° N | Longitude: 5.478726° 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 Serendipity 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 Serendipity 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 Serendipity Cottage

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Serendipity Cottage Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

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