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 462 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 462 self-catering cottages in Cornwall available for a Short Break

Hera is a 3 bedroom cottage near the beach near Portscatho, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £679

Hera

3131

3 bedroom cottage near the beach near Portscatho, South Cornwall.


Hera is an end of terrace house occupying a spectacular position overlooking the whole of Gerrans Bay. Full width windows across the front of the sitting-room take in views encompa...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £679

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Waterside is a 2 bedroom cottage with sea views in Portscatho, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £586

Waterside

3177

2 bedroom cottage with sea views in Portscatho, South Cornwall.


Waterside is situated directly above Tatams beach in the small fishing village of Portscatho. A semi-detached modern house, it has fully double-glazed picture windows taking full a...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £586

Slipway Cottage is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach near Portscatho.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £545

Slipway Cottage

3161

1 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach near Portscatho.


What a view you will lap up from this pretty, traditional end of terrace cottage in the centre of the charming seaside village of Portscatho. As the name suggests, the cottage is l...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £545

The Studio is a 2 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £551

The Studio

3170

2 bedroom holiday cottage near the beach in St Mawes, South Cornwall.


Steps lead up to this gorgeous converted sail loft set close to the centre of St Mawes, famous for its quaint harbour and delightful passenger ferry to Falmouth. Tucked away an...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £551

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

7 nights from £495

Driftwood Cottage

3124

2 bedroom cottage near the beach near Gerrans, South Cornwall.


Driftwood Cottage, the centre of three traditional terraced cottages, is tucked away in a quiet location near the 13th Century Church in the village of Gerrans. The cottage has...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £495

Little Barn is a 2 bedroom, rural cottage near the beach near Portscatho, Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £638

Little Barn

3140

2 bedroom, rural cottage near the beach near Portscatho, Cornwall.


The Little Barn is a delightful detached barn conversion situated in the hamlet of Treworlas on the cliffs above Pendower Beach with views across the bay to Portscatho. Restored to...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £638

Laurel Cottage is a 3 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £901

Laurel Cottage

3138

3 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in St Mawes, South Cornwall.


This handsome whitewashed house has an enviable position in St Mawes close to Tavern beach, with far reaching sea views from many of the rooms and the spacious paved front terrace....

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £901

Seabrook is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Portscatho.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £586

Seabrook

3155

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Portscatho.


This light and bright ground floor apartment is quietly situated just above the square in the charming village of Portscatho and only minutes from the harbour and stunning Gerrans ...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £586

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Cuilan is a 6 bedroom holiday home near the beach near St Mawes, South Cornwall.
  • Sleeps 14 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2095

Cuilan

3121

6 bedroom holiday home near the beach near St Mawes, South Cornwall.


Cuilan is situated overlooking the Percuil River in what can only be described as one of the most idyllic spots on the Roseland. A large house built to a very high specification, o...

  • Sleeps 14 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2095

Sunday House West is a 3 bedroom dog-friendly self catering cottage near the beach in Gerrans.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £606

Sunday House West

3165

3 bedroom dog-friendly self catering cottage near the beach in Gerrans.


Originally the village chapel, Sunday House West has been sympathetically converted. Imaginatively designed and furnished to a high standard, this impressive property is situated i...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £606

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