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

Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.

We have 463 self-catering cottages in Cornwall available for a Short Break

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

7 nights from £628 * 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 £628 *

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 £596 * 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 £596 *

We’re here to help you find your perfect place to stay 7 days a week.

Nancealverne Estate

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

7 nights from £1322.91 booking fees included

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 £727 * 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 £727 *

British Travel Awards 2025 - Best Company For UK Holiday Home Rentals Logo

British Travel Awards 2025
Best company for UK holiday home rentals

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 £2126 * 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 £2126 *

Marina View is a 3 bedroom apartment with sea views in Falmouth, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £872 booking fees included

Marina View

6153

3 bedroom apartment with sea views in Falmouth, South Cornwall.


A stunning, elegant waterside apartment in the heart of the marina in Falmouth overlooking bobbing boats within a gated development. A wonderful location for exploring the town on ...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £872

View
  • 20% off

    25 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2026

    From £1589.40 £1284.12 booking fees included

  • 20% off

    31 Jul 2026 - 7 Aug 2026

    £1988.00 £1603.00 booking fees included

  • 20% off

    7 Aug 2026 - 14 Aug 2026

    £1988.00 £1603.00 booking fees included

Larkspur Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Praa Sands.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £838 * booking fees included

Larkspur Cottage

6151

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Praa Sands.


Located in the peaceful village of Germoe in west Cornwall, Larkspur Cottage is a picture-perfect thatched home brimming with history, charm and countryside tranquility. This encha...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £838 *

Horizons is a 3 bedroom cottage with sea views in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1021 booking fees included

Horizons

6177

3 bedroom cottage with sea views in Praa Sands, West Cornwall.


Horizons is a stunning coastal home set back from the sandy beach and turquoise sea at beautiful Praa Sands, one of Cornwall’s most loved beach destinations. Sleeping six guest...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1021

The Grove is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Mevagissey, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £546 booking fees included

The Grove

6089

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Mevagissey, South Cornwall.


Nestled in a peaceful nook of the Cornish countryside you will find this charming traditional cottage with both the north and south coast only a 20 minute drive away. This tranquil...

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

7 nights from £546

The Nook is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Mawgan Porth, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £537 booking fees included

The Nook

6138

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Mawgan Porth, North Cornwall.


Nestled on the north coast of Cornwall, found through lanes, is your little slice of heaven. The Nook offers the total seclusion of the countryside and the draw of the sea - the be...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £537

Arrive at your handpicked holiday home safe in the knowledge it’s been fully inspected.

Load 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 463 holiday cottages only a short drive away, for a much needed short break in Cornwall. That well-deserved time off will finally be yours.