Short breaks in Cornwall
Cornwall can provide the ultimate holiday when you just need to get away, with a cottage for a short break.Read more
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. 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 476 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 476 self-catering cottages in Cornwall available for a Short Break
7 nights from £434 *
Driftwood
33573 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Coverack, West Cornwall.
A hidden gem nestled in a back street in the heart of St Keverne, the largest village on the Helford featuring two pubs and a church clustered around a pretty central square. Drift...
7 nights from £434 *
7 nights from £440
Dodo's Nest
39611 bedroom, rural apartment with sea views near Kingsand, Cornwall.
Prepare to be wowed by the most spectacular of sea views from this irresistible apartment for two, set right on the water's edge, in the historic Fort Picklecombe on the beautiful ...
7 nights from £440
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 £440
Marbles
32671 bedroom, rural cottage near the beach near Helford, West Cornwall.
A stunningly restored barn, Marbles is set in a rural hamlet just an amble across the fields from the fishing village of Porthallow. Beautifully appointed, it has a roaring woo...
7 nights from £440
7 nights from £440
Nansbara
24471 bedroom, rural cottage near the beach near Helford, West Cornwall.
In and around Nansbara peace and quiet is absolutely assured, so don’t forget to bring your favourite book as you can read undisturbed to your heart’s content. This beautifully res...
7 nights from £440
7 nights from £443
Tregwelan Shepherd's Hut
3819Shepherd$6s Hut with outstanding sea views near Padstow, North Cornwall.
Wow will definitely be your first word when you arrive at gorgeous Tregwelan Shepherd's Hut. With spectacular views of the Camel Estuary and the delights of Padstow just a 20 minut...
7 nights from £443
7 nights from £453 *
Chyandour
39663 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near St Mawes.
There are fabulous views over the sailing waters around St Mawes from both the garden and first floor living-room of this contemporary eco-house, set on the edge of St Just in Rose...
7 nights from £453 *
7 nights from £457
Barney's Cabin
4185Bespoke built cabin with hot tub sleeping 2, dog friendly near Porthleven, West Cornwall
You will instantly start to unwind the moment you arrive at beautiful Barney's Cabin, a truly bespoke retreat. Offering the best of both worlds, this idyllic bolthole for two is se...
7 nights from £457
7 nights from £458
The Observatory at Frieda and The Moon
4091Outstanding hut, sleeping two with hot tub near Looe, South Cornwall.
When you wish upon a star… anything your heart desires will come to you… and as you lay your head on your pillow at night gazing out of the skylight above, at a black velvet sky sp...
7 nights from £458
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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 £458
The Tabernacle at Frieda and The Moon
3211Gorgeous romantic retreat with hot tub sleeping 2 near Looe, South Cornwall.
Utterly gorgeous in every way, this whimsically themed Victorian-style tabernacle hints at the glorious eccentricity of scholarly preachers of yesteryear. With bell tower rising tr...
7 nights from £458
7 nights from £459
Beechwood
41561 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Mousehole.
Mousehole harbour is a stroll down the hill, there is a hot tub for your private use and a double kayak is provided for guests too. Beechwood has it all, whether you are looking fo...
7 nights from £459