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✓One bedroom with a kingsize (5ft) bed
✓Ensuite bathroom with double drench shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Ground floor shepherd’s hut with open-plan living, dining, and kitchen areas
✓Living area equipped with a wood burner and Smart TV
✓Kitchen area with electric oven, electric hob, and fridge
✓Underfloor central heating throughout the property
✓Electricity and Wi-Fi included in the rental
✓Private back garden featuring private decking suitable for alfresco dining and morning coffee spot
✓Private hot tub for 2 located on the back garden decking, ideal for relaxing under the stars
✓Private on-site parking space for 1 vehicle
✓Welcome pack provided upon arrival
✓Bed linen and towels included in the rental
✓No pets allowed on the property
✓No children allowed on the property
✓No smoking permitted inside the property
✓Check-in time is after 15:00
✓Check-out time is before 10:00
✓Property located in a private and peaceful rural setting with glimpses of the sea
✓Close proximity to coastal paths including the Southwest Coastal Path walk through a wooded valley to St Loys Cove
✓Nearby beaches include Lamorna Cove, Porthcurno Beach, and the quiet secluded St Loys Cove
✓Nearby villages: Mousehole, Newlyn, and Penzance within 3 miles
✓Nearby notable attraction: Minack Theatre, an open-air cliff venue at Porthcurno
✓Surrounding countryside offers excellent walking routes, dramatic scenery, rare birdlife, and picturesque coastal paths
✓Coastline characterized by crystal-clear turquoise waters with a Mediterranean-like atmosphere
✓Newly listed property with privacy ensured

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Local Insights: Shepherds Hut

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Porthcurno, Cornwall

Weather & Local Conditions

15°C

Overcast

Updated: 17 Sep 2026, 2:56am

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15.10°C

Temperature

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21 km/h

Wind Speed

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89%

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 September 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 luxury 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

Shepherds Hut 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

94m

(308 feet above sea level)

Shepherds Hut sits in a peaceful Cornwall setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a luxury escape.

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94m

Elevation

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Porthcurno

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 Porthcurno 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: 50.0582700° N | Longitude: 5.60129° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Porthcurno (Thursday, 17 September 2026):

5:59am

Sunrise

5:33pm

Golden Hour

6:33pm

Sunset

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5:59am

Sunrise

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6:33pm

Sunset

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5:33pm

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 (5:33pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

September Daylight

This month in Porthcurno, you have approximately 12.57 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier, cosier evenings in.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Shepherds Hut.

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 Shepherds Hut

Need To Know

More Luxury 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

September Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Shepherds Hut

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Shepherds Hut Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

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