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 459 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 459 self-catering cottages in Cornwall available for a Short Break

St Morwenna is a 4 bedroom holiday cottage near the sea in Tintagel, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 8
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £679 *

St Morwenna

4793

4 bedroom holiday cottage near the sea in Tintagel, North Cornwall.


Oh my what a wonderful house this is! Waiting to welcome lucky guests, this super stylish retreat offers peace and tranquility and an escape away from it all feel, yet is only a 20...

  • Sleeps 8
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £679 *

Little Stables is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Kingsand, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £540

Little Stables

4792

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


A mere hop, skip and a jump to the beach you'll find this gem of cottage waiting to welcome you. Nestled in the heart of Kingsand, an utterly charming village set right on the coas...

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

7 nights from £540

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Little Downderry Barn is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near Mevagissey, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £464

Little Downderry Barn

4796

1 bedroom self catering cottage near Mevagissey, South Cornwall.


Follow the leafy green lanes that lead to Little Downderry Barn, a rural location with spectacular far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside just outside the village of C...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £464

The Old Sunday School is a 3 bedroom self catering cottage near St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £487 *

The Old Sunday School

4790

3 bedroom self catering cottage near St Mawes, South Cornwall.


Beautifully restored The Old Sunday School is a gorgeous holiday home with bags of character and oodles of space for everyone. Situated in the heart of the pretty village of Tregon...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £487 *

Moss Farmhouse is a 5 bedroom, dog friendly holiday home near Bodmin, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 11 + 4 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1499 *

Moss Farmhouse

4776

5 bedroom, dog friendly holiday home near Bodmin, North Cornwall.


Wow! How do we even begin to describe the magic of Moss Farmhouse? This very special, impeccably styled home is absolutely perfect for gathering family and friends together for a t...

  • Sleeps 11 + 4 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £1499 *

The Pigsty is a 1 bedroom cottage near the beach near Porthcurno, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 3 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £462 *

The Pigsty

4784

1 bedroom cottage near the beach near Porthcurno, West Cornwall.


Countryside charm and vintage elegance rolled into one, The Pigsty is a perfect romantic getaway or retreat for a little family holiday as it sleeps up to three lucky guests. The P...

  • Sleeps 3 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £462 *

Primrose Cottage is a 2 bedroom cottage near the beach in Portscatho, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £477

Primrose Cottage

4739

2 bedroom cottage near the beach in Portscatho, South Cornwall.


Situated in the heart of Gerrans village only a short walk from the picture-perfect seaside village of Portscatho, with its pretty harbour and panoramic seascape, semi-detached Pri...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £477

Shell Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Truro, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £454

Shell Cottage

4715

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Truro, South Cornwall.


Cute as a button, Shell Cottage is a delightful stone-built cottage situated in the pretty Cornish village of Grampound. Beautifully and sympathetically restored, the end of terrac...

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

7 nights from £454

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The Hideaway is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Mousehole, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £563 *

The Hideaway

4758

2 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in Mousehole, West Cornwall.


In the heart of Mousehole and within walking distance of the bustling harbour this stunning cottage is simply charming and offers a wonderful seaside escape. The Hideaway is tucked...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £563 *

Smugglers is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in St Agnes, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £795

Smugglers

4708

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


Full of charm and character, this simply gorgeous semi-detached cottage is nestled in the laid-back Cornish village of St Agnes. Lovingly furnished, Smugglers Cottage is a truly de...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £795

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