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

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We have 478 self-catering cottages in Cornwall available for a Short Break

Rubena Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Port Isaac.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £588 booking fees included

Rubena Cottage

6200

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Port Isaac.


A mere hop, skip and a jump from the water's edge, this absolute gem of a cottage has been restored with exquisite care, creating a most desirable retreat that's perfect for warm s...

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

7 nights from £588

Beau's Barn is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Padstow, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £747 booking fees included

Beau's Barn

6197

3 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Padstow, North Cornwall.


Escape the everyday with a well-deserved break at this rural retreat, nestled in the glorious Cornish countryside, yet only four miles from Padstow, Cornwall's culinary capital, an...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £747

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April Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Coverack.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Thu

7 nights from £598 booking fees included

April Cottage

6199

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


Tucked away in an historic beachside location, this chic yet characterful semi-detached cottage has been lovingly restored and brought back to life, creating the perfect escape for...

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

7 nights from £598

Riverside Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Flushing, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £505 booking fees included

Riverside Cottage

6163

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Flushing, Cornwall.


Tucked away in the pretty, waterside village of Flushing, this lovely terraced property is perfectly located in a peaceful spot and just a short stroll downhill to the water, only ...

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

7 nights from £505

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Porto Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in St Agnes, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £592 booking fees included

Porto Cottage

6195

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in St Agnes, Cornwall.


A stylish hideaway in a peaceful location just a short walk from the heart of the trendy village of St Agnes. With charming, cosy interiors Porto Cottage gorgeous property that has...

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

7 nights from £592

Woonsmith is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £629 * booking fees included

Woonsmith

6192

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.


Escape to the peace and allure of the Cornish countryside at this beautifully renovated two bedroom cottage with its secluded, exclusive wild swimming lake just outside the pretty ...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £629 *

Nancealverne Estate

  • Sleeps 8 + 4 cots in 2 properties
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1362.78 booking fees included

Admiral's Den is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in Penzance.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £597 * booking fees included

Admiral's Den

6169

2 bedroom, dog friendly apartment near the beach in Penzance.


Step into a piece of Cornish history at Admiral’s Den, a two-bedroom apartment occupying a wing of the magnificent Grade II Listed Georgian Nancealverne House. Set within 25 acres ...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £597 *

Apple Loft Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Penzance, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £767 * booking fees included

Apple Loft Cottage

6168

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Penzance, Cornwall.


Nestled within 25 acres of enchanting grounds of historic Nancealverne House, Apple Loft Cottage is a beautifully restored property offering a peaceful stay steeped in centuries of...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £767 *

Pen Den Har is a 6 bedroom, dog friendly home with sea views in Kingsand, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 12 + 4 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2127 * booking fees included

Pen Den Har

6170

6 bedroom, dog friendly home with sea views in Kingsand, Cornwall.


Come and fall under the spell of this very special house, perfectly positioned in the heart of the utterly charming villages of Kingsand and Cawsand. Set in a plum elevated positio...

  • Sleeps 12 + 4 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2127 *

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