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 447 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 447 self-catering cottages in Cornwall available for a Short Break

Warleggan Glamping

  • Sleeps 13 + 3 cots in 3 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1617

Goofyfoot is a 4 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in St Agnes, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1253 *

Goofyfoot

4321

4 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in St Agnes, Cornwall.


Nestled on the cliffs of Trevaunance Cove and commanding one of the most desirable locations in St Agnes, this gorgeous holiday home is simply the most perfect family retreat. Goof...

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

7 nights from £1253 *

Glas-Mor 9 St Margarets is a 2 bedroom apartment with sea views in St Ives, North Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £650

Glas-Mor 9 St Margarets

4334

2 bedroom apartment with sea views in St Ives, North Cornwall.


Boasting a fantastic location, Glas-Mor is part of a luxury development in Carbis Bay. This beautiful property is situated in private grounds, sleeping up to four guests and offeri...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £650

Puckey's Forge is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near Truro, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £496

Puckey's Forge

4335

1 bedroom self catering cottage near Truro, South Cornwall.


This charming stone and granite built cottage is perfectly located for exploring both coasts of Cornwall. Lovingly transformed by the owners from an old forge into a super cosy ope...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £496

Readymade beds and fluffy towels; this simple but appreciated welcome is standard with us.

Foxy Loxy at Roe Wood is a Woodland cabin with hot tub near Fowey, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £555

Foxy Loxy at Roe Wood

4327

Woodland cabin with hot tub near Fowey, South Cornwall.


If you love nature, the glorious sound of birdsong and a peaceful rural location with infinite night skies and distant sea views then we have found the perfect break for you. Tucke...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £555

Squirrel Nutkin at Roe Wood is a Woodland cabin with hot tub near Fowey, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £555

Squirrel Nutkin at Roe Wood

4328

Woodland cabin with hot tub near Fowey, South Cornwall.


If you go down to the woods today, you're sure of a big surprise…because nestling on the edge is this little beauty offering the ultimate escape to the country. With forest walks, ...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £555

Roe Wood

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots in 2 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1110

Minstrel Cottage is a 4 bedroom thatched cottage with sea views in Coverack, West Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sun

7 nights from £647 *

Minstrel Cottage

4303

4 bedroom thatched cottage with sea views in Coverack, West Cornwall.


A simply gorgeous cottage, with stunning views and set in the heart of this pretty village; what more could you ask for on holiday. Each room has picturesque views over the bay whi...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sun

7 nights from £647 *

Captain Blake's Retreat is a Cliff-top retreat with sea views near Whitsand Bay, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £865

Captain Blake's Retreat

4330

Cliff-top retreat with sea views near Whitsand Bay, South Cornwall.


Welcome to the ultimate get-away-from-it-all cliffside escape. Out of this world views, super stylish interiors, fresh air by the bucketful and a location that's second to none. Pe...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £865

Orangery Lodge is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Torpoint.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £478

Orangery Lodge

4314

1 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Torpoint.


Orangery Lodge is a romantic retreat made for two! Located on the edge of Mount Edgcumbe, there are over 865 glorious acres of parkland, woods, coastline and Listed gardens for ...

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

7 nights from £478

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