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 and tropical gardens 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 716 Cornish cottages for you
7 nights from £850
Cedar
28241 bedroom, dog friendly home with a pool near Falmouth, South Cornwall.
Romantic, stylish and simply divine, welcome to Cedar. A charming home just for the two of you, located on The Emerald Estate, a collection of luxury eco-friendly hideaways located...
7 nights from £850
7 nights from £641 *
Montaza
28123 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Marazion.
Montaza is a Grade II Listed, 18th Century detached cottage set in the heart of the bustling village of Goldsithney. With its warming red Aga in the kitchen (the main cooking ap...
7 nights from £641 *
7 nights from £582
76 Degrees Blue
27682 bedroom apartment with sea views in Coverack, West Cornwall.
This light and spacious apartment with the most spectacular sea views could just be the perfect coastal retreat. Sitting on the Sunny Corner side of Coverack, above the pretty arc-...
7 nights from £582
7 nights from £537
Rubble Cottage
28013 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Mousehole, West Cornwall.
Perfectly situated in the heart of the pretty fishing town of Newlyn, Rubble Cottage is a beautiful 18th Century Grade II Listed cottage, sympathetically restored in conjunction wi...
7 nights from £537
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 £1054
Sea View
27764 bedroom dog-friendly holiday cottage with sea views near Cadgwith.
With an enviable position overlooking the pretty seaside village of Cadgwith, Sea View could just be the perfect holiday cottage in this beautiful and unspoilt area of Cornwall. Th...
7 nights from £1054
7 nights from £1387
Cliff House
27894 bedroom cottage with hot tub and sea views near Marazion, West Cornwall.
Fancy relaxing in a hot tub, perched on the clifftop overlooking Perranuthnoe beach? Well, this one is for you! Cliff House is a warm, stylish detached retreat set high above Perra...
7 nights from £1387
7 nights from £1151
Blue Seas
27704 bedroom, rural cottage with sea views near Marazion, West Cornwall.
With stunning panoramic sea views across Mount's Bay towards St Michael's Mount, Blue Seas is an idyllic holiday retreat, perfectly situated to make the most of arguably the best v...
7 nights from £1151
7 nights from £816
Dowstall Barn
27664 bedroom, rural cottage near the sea near Falmouth, South Cornwall.
Found down a quiet and unmade farm lane, Dowstall Barn is located on a small working farm with only the farmhouse as a residential neighbour. Less than a mile from the famous Pando...
7 nights from £816
7 nights from £674
Sea View House
27693 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Marazion, Cornwall.
Sitting in an enviable position with stunning views across Mount's Bay towards iconic St Michael's Mount and beyond, Sea View House certainly lives up to its name! This contemporar...
7 nights from £674
7 nights from £749
Fairview
27503 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Fowey, Cornwall.
With fabulous panoramic views over the rooftops of Polruan and the sparkling water of the River Fowey, and Fowey itself on the other side of the estuary, this lovely Victorian seas...
7 nights from £749
Each and every one of our cottages is fully equipped with everything you’ll need on holiday.
Fully equipped cottages
All of our cottages have a standard list of equipment that goes above and beyond. As well as fluffy towels and readymade beds, our bare minimum includes everything you’ll need and more, from plenty of teaspoons to added extras such as gravy boats so no matter where you stay, you’ll be able to make your favourite home-cooked dishes.
Each inventory is regularly checked and counted so you won’t be stuck without a ladle and can leave your hairdryer at home, plus you’ll find a starter set of toiletries and cleaning products so you can get on with your holiday.
