Holiday Cottages in Cornwall
A holiday cottage in Cornwall has to be the best way to explore this magical county. Whether you find yourself nestled in a dog friendly cottage surrounded by pretty woodlands or perched in a property near the coast for those regular trips to the beach, or perhaps your perfect day-time activity on holiday is simply sitting and watching the ever-changing seaview from your holiday home. The choice is completely yours and we are here to help you pick your perfect self-catering holiday every step of the way.Read more
An introduction to Cornwall
Inviting blue waters, picnics on the beach, unforgettable sunsets and plenty of adventures to be had, Cornwall is a dreamy escape no matter the time of year. There’s plenty to do year-round, from simply relaxing on the beach, exploring a Cornish town or village, trying out a spot of surfing or coasteering or seeking out secret coves. And with plenty of mouth-watering local restaurants and delicious produce, from fine dining to laid back coffee shops, you certainly won’t go hungry. Take a look at our Cornwall bucket list for more adventure inspiration.
If you’re looking to bring your dog on holiday, Cornwall is a dog’s paradise. With long stretches of golden sands, endless coast path to explore and water to splash in, plus plenty of dog friendly cottages and places to eat, you can feel comfortable knowing your dog will be welcomed here.
The South Coast
Ah, the beautiful South Coast. A Cornwall holiday home on the South Coast is the perfect place for safe, family friendly beaches in Mevagissey, Falmouth, Looe and St Mawes. Venture to the Eden Project for a day of fascinating information. Head to the Roseland peninsula for rolling countryside, pretty villages lined with Cornish cottages and quiet spots to sit and ponder the view.
Continue south to the Lizard peninsula for treasure troves of hidden coves dotted with fishermen’s cottages reflecting in turquoise seas. Head around the headland up past Porthleven (you’ll recognise it from the storm watching photos) to Mount’s Bay, where majestic St Michael’s Mount looms over the town of Marazion and Penzance further along. The panorama of aquamarine seas around Sennen, Porthcurno and St Ives is interspersed with its mining heritage, chimneys clinging to every cliff top and tiny streets crammed with the cottages Cornwall is known for.
The North Coast
Travel the north coast, spreading out from the centres of Newquay, Mawgan Porth and Bude where the beaches are bustling with surfers and every other water craft you can imagine. If you're not a water baby, head inland for landscapes that are out of this world. Sit atop a tor on Bodmin Moor and survey the panorama over Bodmin round to Camelford.
Where to stay in Cornwall
If you’re wondering where to stay in Cornwall, we’ve got an exclusive collection of handpicked properties. From Cornish coastal cottages - beautiful escapes by the sea or great big manors with private mooring; thatched rural retreats hidden down leafy lanes; modern, high tech houses with all the mod cons and luxury cottages you won’t want to leave, self catering accommodation in Cornwall comes in all shapes and sizes.
Cornwall holidays are always something to write home about and we've found accommodation for you in unrivalled locations to make your Cornwall stay the best ever. Your holidays to Cornwall will exceed expectations whether you stay for a two, three or four night short break or a fortnight. Pick your favourites from our self catering properties in Cornwall, safe in the knowledge that we handpick and personally inspect every single one. If we wouldn’t want to stay there, we wouldn’t want you to either.
We have 714 Cornish cottages for you
7 nights from £1136 *
Treglyddins
48434 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Rock, North Cornwall.
Treglyddins is a wonderful spacious semi-detached holiday home, and the ideal base for those holidaying with family and friends. Located down a quiet road away from the hustle and ...
7 nights from £1136 *
7 nights from £510
Thimble Lodge
48331 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Tavistock, South Cornwall.
Escape to the wonders of this magical enchanted Lodge that allows you to slow down, be one with your surroundings and fully recharge with your four-legged trusted friend. Thimble L...
7 nights from £510
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
24hr no commitment reservations
You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
7 nights from £1929
Thimble Hall
48324 bedroom self catering cottage near Tavistock, South Cornwall.
This truly impressive former 18th Century chapel set in eight acres of grounds, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and valley, really does offer a very spec...
7 nights from £1929
7 nights from £526
Dynnargh Barn
48422 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.
Named after the Cornish for welcome and for good reason as a warm Cornish welcome is waiting to greet you at this most tranquil of retreats. Follow leafy lanes that lead to this ch...
7 nights from £526
7 nights from £468
Trespaddick Cottage
47672 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bude, North Cornwall.
A lovely countryside holiday home, perfect for a small family or couple looking for a peaceful getaway, Trespaddick Cottage sits at the end of the terrace of cottages and is one of...
7 nights from £468
7 nights from £599
Myll Cottage
47703 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bude, North Cornwall.
Tucked away in a quiet courtyard and with beautiful Cornish countryside views towards the north coast, Myll Cottage is a delightful mid-terrace cottage just waiting to welcome you ...
7 nights from £599
7 nights from £690
Duchy Cottage
47723 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bude, North Cornwall.
Welcome to your perfect family retreat, set in picturesque Cornish countryside and close to the stunning surfing beaches of the dramatic north coast. The front of the property over...
7 nights from £690
7 nights from £380
Butterwell Cottage
47631 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Bude, Cornwall.
Set in a fabulous location, nestled in beautiful Cornish countryside and close to the stunning beaches of the north coast, Butterwell Cottage is the perfect bolthole for couples lo...
7 nights from £380
Our property managers are local experts who handpick perfect places to stay.
Local experts
We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
7 nights from £674
Manor Cottage
47712 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bude, North Cornwall.
Perfectly situated in a beautiful Cornish landscape, Manor Cottage is a delightful retreat surrounded by 36 acres of private countryside and woodland, and one of the Treworgie Bart...
7 nights from £674
7 nights from £568
Braddon Cottage
47692 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bude, North Cornwall.
Delightful Braddon Cottage can be found amongst the rolling green pastures of beautiful north Cornwall, a short distance away from the golden sands of Crackington Haven and set wit...
7 nights from £568