3 Star Reactive Dog Rated
2 Star Reactive Dog Rated
Oak Cottage, Hayle, Cornwall
Oak Cottage is an absolutely amazingly dog welcoming retreat situated in the narrowest part of the UK, where you can so easily reach both the stunning North and South coasts just a tiny 10 minutes away by car. It is set in the heart of the UNESCO World Mining Heritage Site. With so much to do and see (think pristine sandy beaches, unforgettable walks along the breath-taking Southwest Coastal Path or experience the exhilarating off-road adventure of the nearby West Kernow Way or Bissoe Trail cycling routes.
But the cherry on the top of your Victoria Sponge is what you can experience at Oak Cottage without going anywhere!! With a fully enclosed garden, a warm water outdoor dog shower, BBQ, two dog exercise paddocks on site, wildflower meadows, and enchanting woodlands to explore. There is a new hardcore pathway to make our ponds and woods more accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
There is also 36 acres of land to explore (so plenty of opportunity for walks from the doorstep)
Richard and Helen are the third generation of the family to live and work at Sunrise, and they are keen to share this beautiful landscape with guests and their families. As they are passionate about wildlife and conserving nature for future generations, Helen says ‘It’s a pure joy to welcome our visitors to this little slice of Eden’.
The middle of nowhere and the absolute centre of the universe!
Additional information
| Barbeque on Site | Barbeque |
|---|---|
| Beds | 4 Beds |
| Dogs | 1 Dog, 2 Dogs, 3 Dogs, 4 Dogs |
| EV Charger | EV Charger on Site |
| Garden | Secure garden with minimum 4 foot high fencing |
| Location | Cornwall |
| Bathrooms | 3 En Suites |
| Parking | Off road parking for 2 car |
| Reactive Friendly Dog Rating | 2 Star Reactive Dog Friendly (see below) |
| Secure Dog Paddock | 2 Secure Dog Paddocks |
| Sleeps | Sleeps 6 |
| Smoking | Smoke Free Property |
| WiFi | Broadband & WiFi Available |
Reactive Dog Guide
Oak Cottage is a very high 2 Star Reactive friendly cottage (purely due to having cottages nearby). The garden is enclosed to the height of just under 5 feet high all around (lowest) The fencing between Oak and the cottage next door is solid and a height of 5 feet. However if you are holidaying with family and want the garden opened up to the next cottage, this can be done to allow all dogs to access their friends next door. There is plenty of access for zoomies and offlead time in the two exercise fields nearby. The fence height in the exercise fields are 2 metres on the open side and 1.5 metres on the side with hedges between them. There is no livestock in the fields around as the land is set for wild flowers. The surrounding farms are all arable
Accessibility guide
Location & Directions
Cottage Details
When you arrive
There are two allocated spots right outside the gate for Oak Cottage, but should you have more cars, do let us know as there are more spaces on request. The garden is fully enclosed for dogs once you have got the dogs out of the car and into the patio garden.
Downstairs Open Plan Kitchen and Living Area
Lots of natural light floods in downstairs from the wide double French doors from the patio garden and dual aspect windows in the kitchen and living area, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces, and offering a constant connection to the surrounding countryside. There is also eco- friendly LED lighting which can be dimmed for ambient lighting in the evening.
The hand- crafted English leather sofas were purchased locally in Penzance at the multi-generational family run Alfred Smith & Sons, along with all the Hypnos beds, curtains and carpets combining both comfort and practicality for our dog loving eco conscious community of guests.
The lounge area complete with a 43 inch Smart TV (with Netflix and YouTube pre-programmed. Please input your own userid and password to access) and remote control fireplace is the perfect place to relax after a day of exploring. The granite topped kitchen is fully fitted with appliances including a ceramic hob and dishwasher with a separate laundry room with a washing machine (3KG), and a downstairs bathroom (wetroom).
Upstairs
Continuing the stylish theme running throughout, upstairs, there are three bedrooms upstairs. The master suite is finished in a neutral palette to ensure a blissful night’s sleep with a Juliette balcony with stunning views down across the valley. It has a king bed
The en-suite shower room has a heated towel rail, underfloor heating, and a large raindrop shower. All three bedrooms have top of the range supportive HYPNOS beds. There is a second double en-suite with a king-sized bed and a third bedroom with bunk beds and en-suite. Crisp white linen and bath towels are provided. All bedrooms have a Smart TV with Netflix and YouTube pre-programmed Please input your own userid and password to access.
Garden
Heading outside, the flat garden has been beautifully designed by the owners and RHS Chelsea gold medal-winning designers with a vertical wall of stunning succulents in each enclosed garden and a rockery and paved patio facing West, perfect for BBQs and a glass of wine on a summer’s evening, watching the sunset over St Ives in the distance. The height of the fencing is just under 5 feet high
Bifold fences between Oak Cottage and next door can be opened up if guests are from the same party (Oak Cottage is on the west of Holly Cottage).
Dog Paddocks
You can have access to a secure dog exercise field on site (no need to book) which is fenced to the height of 2 metres on the open side and 1.5 metres on the sides with hedges behind them. There is a further exercise field with dog play equipment in it (which does need to be pre-booked). There is no livestock on the premises and surrounding farms are all arable land.
What we provide
- Linen and towels
- Wifi
- Furniture throws, dog towels, poo bags, holiday dog tags
- Dog bowls
- Welcome pack
- Hairdryer
- Access to two dog exercise fields
Nature Tours
Helen & Rich have planted 30 acres of permanent wildflower meadows with 23 wild flowers, clovers and vetch varieties. The hedges can grow out to provide shelter and nesting opportunities for birds, who enjoy the seeds and insects that the wild flowers produce to attract. Old irrigation ponds have become havens for dragonflies and minnows, fallen trees and branches have been heaped into piles to form bug and small mammal hotels, and hundreds of native saplings have been planted over the last six years to regenerate the woodland. Anecdotally, they have noticed a marked increase in the number of insects here over the last couple of years, and the variety of dragonflies, butterflies and moths has become apparent over the last 12 months. In the summer of 2023, guests remarked on the great number of caterpillars in the fields and the insects drawn into the cottages by the night lights and open windows. Several guests asked to know more this summer, so Helen started to do Nature Tours of the farm to share her knowledge and experience with them. If guests would like to learn more about the farm and its wildlife, please let Helen know, as she will try to fit it in during your stay here.
Please note
- This is a non-smoking property.
- The refundable security bond is £100
- If you are going to the beach, please do bring your own beach towels / camping chairs
- Can we please ask you to bring your own linen and throws if your dogs go upstairs and are likely to want to sleep on the bed.
- There is a cafe on site (closed from mid December to February half term)
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