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Mariners Cottage at St Ives, St Ives

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About Mariners Cottage at St Ives

Please note that this property has two steps down into the kitchen from street level as well as two flights of narrow internal stairs
Heating is provided from electric heating panels

Living Room
Situated on the ground floor and open plan with the kitchen
Furnished with two, large contemporary three-seater sofas, coffee table, Samsung 40" flat screen TV (with Freeview) with Sony Bluetooth Speaker
Electric flame effect fire
Selection of books and board games

Kitchen
Positioned on the ground floor and open plan with the living room and breakfast area
Contemporary design featuring an electric oven and hob, under counter fridge, small freezer, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle and cafetiere
Washer/dryer, iron with ironing board and clothes airer

Dining Room
Situated on the first floor, this room features a built-in window seat with cushions
Furnished with a hardwood dining table and six chairs

Breakfast area
Incorporated within the living room
Table with bench seat and two dining chairs

Bedroom One
Situated on the first floor
Furnished with a double bed, this en-suite room has two wall-mounted bedside lights, built in wardrobe with hanging space, two bedside tables, hairdryer and wall-mounted plasma TV
A chest of drawers can be found on the landing for additional storage

Bedroom Two
Positioned on the second floor, this is the larger of the two double bedrooms and is also en-suite
Furnished with a double bed, two bed side tables with lamps, built-in wardrobe, hairdryer and wall-mounted plasma TV
A built-in window seat makes the perfect perch for morning cups of coffee

Bedroom Three
Situated on the second floor
This en-suite room is furnished with twin zip and link beds (can be configured as a double on request) and a large chest of drawers, a bed side table with lamp, built-in wardrobe, hairdryer and wall-mounted plasma TV

Bathroom One
En suite to Bedroom One with shower, hand basin, heated towel rail, electric shaver point and WC

Bathroom Two
En-suite to Bedroom Two with shower, hand basin, heated towel rail, electric shave point and WC

Bathroom Three
En-suite to Bedroom Three this bathroom has a bath with shower over, hand basin, heated towel rail, electric shave point and WC

Outside
This property does not offer outside space

Parking
Guests have use of a private parking space at St Ives Rugby Club, a 10 minute drive or 20 minute walk from the property.
For additional cars, the long stay Island Car Park is a minute’s 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

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Local Insights: St Ives

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St Ives, Cornwall

Weather & Local Conditions

17Β°C

Clear sky

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 3:13am

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17.40Β°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

  • 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

St Ives 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

14m

(46 feet above sea level)

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

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14m
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St Ives
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 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: 50.2157598Β° N | Longitude: 5.4772768Β° 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

  • 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 (7:30pm). 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 St Ives.

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: 50.2157598, -5.4772768

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