Location: Zennor

While some Cornwall devotees love the buzz of summer beach days, others find their brand of bliss in wide-open spaces without the crowds. If you’re in the latter camp, booking your short break in St Ives in autumn, winter or spring could be savvier than you think. This is not just because prices are more favourable and roads are quieter, but also because of the microclimate this far west. As a result, crisp blue-sky days aren’t as rare as you might think. Now we come to think of it, there are a whole host of good reasons to book your St Ives holiday cottage in the quieter months.