Short breaks in Cornwall

Short breaks in Cornwall

Cornwall is perfect for that long-awaited weekend break or mid-week breather. With everything from lush countryside to beautiful coastal scenes, there is plenty for you to fall in love with. Whether you’re looking for a seaside cottage or a cosy country retreat, our luxury self-catering Cornish cottages will provide you with the perfect little getaway.Read more

We even have a number of beautiful baby-friendly and dog-friendly cottages, so you can celebrate with the whole family and enjoy some down time. Start planning your Cornwall short break today.

Spring and Autumn Breaks in Cornwall

Spring and Autumn in Cornwall provide the benefits of a mild climate alongside a peaceful pace as summer crowds fade away. Step into obscurity and spend three or four days surrounded by unparalleled natural beauty.

Summer Short Breaks

Summer in Cornwall is blue skies, a warm sun, a gentle sea breeze whispering across your skin and the stuff that dreams are made of.

Christmas in Cornwall

Why not turn your Christmas into the memory of a lifetime by booking a short break in Cornwall. We have a number of beautiful cottages that will leave you totally enchanted at this festive time of year.

New Year Breaks in Cornwall

With celebrations taking place all over Cornwall, you’ll only ever be a stone’s throw away from great times and wonderful memories.

Winter Breaks in Cornwall

With its warm oceanic climate, winters in Cornwall are some of the warmest in the country. Summer crowds have disappeared and wanderers are often treated to entire stretches of coast path and beaches to themselves. Dog restrictions have also been lifted off many beaches, so you can bring your four-legged friend along too.

We have 443 holiday cottages only a short drive away, for a much needed short break in Cornwall. That well-deserved time off will finally be yours.

We have 443 self-catering cottages in Cornwall available for a Short Break

Hillside is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Crantock, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £630 *

Hillside

5480

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Crantock, Cornwall.


Crantock is an utterly charming village on the north Cornwall coast with thatched cottages, a village green, two pubs and a truly fantastic beach. This is a wonderful location for ...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £630 *

Ash is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £693 *

Ash

5474

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.


Nestled amongst rolling countryside on the outskirts of Swanpool, overlooking fairway hole number 5, this gorgeous semi-detached granite barn conversion sits in a prime position. C...

  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £693 *

The Mill House is a 4 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bude, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £757 *

The Mill House

5478

4 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bude, North Cornwall.


Nestled in a quiet little nook, this rather special Grade II Listed holiday abode sits a mile away from the dramatic and captivating scenery of the north coast of Cornwall and less...

  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £757 *

No 2 Water Lane is a 3 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Agnes, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £500 *

No 2 Water Lane

5476

3 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Agnes, North Cornwall.


The much sought-after village of St Agnes is a truly magical place for a Cornish holiday and here deep in the heart you will find No 2 Water Lane, a traditional semi-detached Victo...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £500 *

Careema is a 3 bedroom apartment with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 7 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £710

Careema

5486

3 bedroom apartment with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.


With unobstructed views across the Percuil river towards St Anthony Head and beyond, this delightful top floor apartment is a real gem of a property located in the heart of the des...

  • Sleeps 7 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £710

The Rigging is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Polperro, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £526 *

The Rigging

5470

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Polperro, Cornwall.


Come and live the coastal life at The Rigging, our most charming, white-washed cottage set in the idyllic harbourside village of Polperro. With bags of original features paired wit...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £526 *

Heevara Cottage is a 2 bedroom cottage near the beach in The Lizard, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £515 *

Heevara Cottage

5451

2 bedroom cottage near the beach in The Lizard, West Cornwall.


Brand new, sparkling and stylish where up to four lucky guests plus a baby can enjoy sublime escapism in this stunning example of a self-catering cottage by the sea. Sitting pretty...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £515 *

Tretawny is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Perranporth.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1189

Tretawny

5485

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Perranporth.


Just a mile from the superb surfing waves and glorious sandy beaches at Perranporth, this beautiful chocolate box thatched cottage is the perfect holiday location for family gather...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1189

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Whim Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £858

Whim Cottage

5353

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Falmouth.


Situated in an enviable and unspoilt Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty between Mylor Bridge and Restronguet Creek, this stunning Grade II Listed barn conversion has been thoughtfu...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £858

Laundry Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £468

Laundry Cottage

5464

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.


Come and escape to the peaceful bliss of our country hideaway. This charming cottage can be found within the beautiful grounds of Tredethy House, yet with easy access to the clifft...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £468

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