Cornwall self catering and cottages

Forget-me-not, Portholland, Cornwall

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £264 to £494

Self catering accommodation in Portholland sleeps 2.

Accommodation overview: The front door opens directly into the split-level ground floor with white painted stone walls, a slate floor and large oak lintels over the original windows. To one side is a neatly fitted kitchenette with a ceramic two ring hob and combination microwave and a small oak dining suite.

One step leads up to the seating area with period furnishings and comfortable leather armchairs facing the hearth with the original cloam oven revealed. French Windows open onto a sheltered terrace, backed at the rear by the old stone quarry wall.

A narrow winding staircase leads up to the charming bedroom with a sloping beamed ceiling, rustic pine floorboards and a king-size bed. A roof light allows visitors to watch the night sky. To complete the accommodation there is a small en-suite bathroom W.C. with wash basin and a bath with hand shower attachment.

The owner regrets that only adults will be accepted because of the potential danger of the river.

Please note: Wireless internet is available but not inside the property

White Pebble Cottage, Port Isaac, Cornwall

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £296 to £630

Self catering accommodation in Port Isaac sleeps 4.

Accommodation overview: This attractive comfortable and welcoming stone cottage is in the middle of the fishing village, about 75 yards from the harbour and adjacent to a millstream which runs through a neighbour's garden.

Entered by a stable door directly from the road, there is a beamed, newly fitted kitchen with a slate floor and pine dining area. The sitting room with a window seat set into a bay over the stream, has a stone fireplace with coal effect fire. At the rear of the cottage is a hall / cloaks area and a bathroom W.C. with hand basin, shower over the bath and heated towel rail.

Upstairs are two bedrooms, one with two single beds, the other a double has an en-suite W.C. and basin. Slightly set apart from the cottage, a sunny patio garden at the rear has a bench seat, however pets will require supervision outside. The cottage is not suitable for toddlers. Although narrow cars may be unloaded outside, the village car park is at the top of the hill. The shops, inns and restaurants are all close at hand.

Please note: Bed linen is available at £10 per double & £5 per single to be paid on arrival. Towels are not available. A weekly parking ticket currently costs £28 in the council car park, or £18 in Trewetha Lane car park, a slightly longer walk.

Tuckers Luck, Fowey, Cornwall

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £351 to £756

Self catering accommodation in Fowey sleeps 6.

Accommodation overview: This traditional 400 year old fisherman’s cottage with views over the Fowey estuary is in the perfect spot, having the Old Customs House and the former Old Post Office adjacent to the property.

The cottage entrance is at the top of some granite steps and the property is accessed via three steps down to a small landing. Through a door and down two further steps takes you into a delightful and comfortably furnished kitchen, dining area and lounge with fine views across the Fowey estuary. The cottage has been updated with all the modern necessities while keeping reminders of its antiquity. For example, the wall behind the hearth is exposed to show the ancient stone construction.

A stairway from the landing leads to the upper floor, where there are two bedrooms, each having an exposed stone wall. One small cosy bedroom is perfect for young children with a bunk bed. The main bedroom has a king size bed and wonderful views of the estuary. The separate family bathroom on this floor has a bath with electric shower overhead, WC and a basin. An additional one bedroom cosy studio annex, situated on the lower ground floor of Tucker’s Luck, is accessed via a separate stable door. The annex contains twin beds, a separate bathroom with handheld shower attachment over the bath, WC and hand basin, and an enclosed laundry area with Belfast sink.

Whether you are looking for a place to simply relax, or want a more active break, Fowey’s waterside location has much to offer. The town is well provided with shops, pubs and restaurants to suit all budgets. Ferries across the harbour to Polruan (passenger only) and to Bodinnick (car and passenger). There are  seasonal passenger ferries to Mevagissey and boat tours from the Town Quay. Facilities for various water sports include sailing, canoeing and fishing. There is swimming at Readymoney Cove which can be reached by foot within 15 minutes and provides a sandy beach for children.

Fowey and the surrounding area caters for walkers The Southwest Coastal Path connects Fowey with Polperro and with Polkerris. There are many coastal and inland walks, including the Saints Way heading to the North Coast. For those who enjoy visiting gardens and historic houses. Lanhydrock House (NT), The Eden Project, and the Lost Gardens of Helligan are all a 30 minute drive respectively, as are a number of other historic sites and beautiful gardens.

Over The Hedge, Warbstow, Cornwall

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £238 to £400

Self catering accommodation in Warbstow sleeps 2.

Accommodation overview: Within a 20 minute drive to the sandy beaches at Crackington Haven, Widemouth Bay and Bude, this freshly renovated 100 year old detached double glazed cottage is set to one side of the country lane and farm entrance in a peaceful rural location.

Ideally situated to enjoy the dramatic north Cornish Coastline, rugged moorland and fishing villages. Over The Hedge offers comfortable and cosy accommodation year round. A canopied porch and glazed door opens directly into the light and airy living room comprising the ground floor with slate flooring and rural views from the two windows. A modern well fitted kitchen is set to one side with dining furniture and comfortable lounge seating arranged before an attractive open stone fireplace with a woodburning stove and original clome oven.

A winding carpeted staircase leads up to the first floor where you will find the attractive double bedroom with kingsize bed and dual aspect overlooking the garden to one side and surrounding countryside to the other. A door from the bedroom and landing gives access to the En-suite shower room W.C with hand basin and heated towel rail. 

From the living room a glazed door at the rear leads out to a paved patio and onto the tiered landscaped lawn bordered by a Cornish hedge on both sides, fruit trees and a wild garden at the top. To one side the garden continues to the front paved patio and small lawn enclosed by trellis fencing. There is a gated drive to the side with parking for 1 car.

Hallworthy 2 miles has a country pub and Marshgate 2.5 miles with its P.O store is the nearest village for your day to day needs. Wainhouse Corner 5 miles has a pub, garage and P.O store. The nearest beach is 7 miles away at Crackington Haven with the resort of Bude with its shops, restaurants, tennis courts and watersports is within a 30 minute drive. Trelash is on the Cornish Way cycle network and the south west coast path at Boscastle gives access to some dramatic coastal walks with Bodmin Moor providing many rugged scenic walks nearby. The historic houses & gardens at Pencarrow, Prideaux & Lanhydrock are all within a 40 minute drive. The coastal towns of Boscastle and Tintagel are 7 & 10 miles respectively and the picturesque harbour village of Port Isaac famous for Doc Martin is within a 30 minute drive.

The Mill, Lanreath, Cornwall

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £467 to £1

Self catering accommodation in Lanreath sleeps 8.

Accommodation overview: Approached from a walled and gated garden with a crazy paved patio, one step and a level path leads up to the wide front door which opens to a hallway with an adjacent fully fitted country style kitchen/dining room with French Windows leading out to a small rear terrace. 

The large sitting room is pleasantly furnished with comfortable seating arranged before the Cornish stone fireplace and patio doors opening to the enclosed front garden. 

To complete the ground floor accommodation there is a bedroom with Super king-size bed which can be made into two single beds, and a walk-in shower room W.C. with hand basin and fold down seat in the shower area, suitable for an elderly or infirm member of the family. 

Upstairs are three further bedrooms in a light crisp decor with rural views; a spacious master bedroom with a 6ft double and en-suite shower room W.C. and basin, a twin bedroom with en-suite shower room W.C. and basin, and a double bedroom retaining part of the original mill wheel with an en-suite bathroom W.C. with hand basin, bath and shower cubicle. 

A door from the first floor landing opens to external railed steps that lead down to the front of the property.

Twit Twoo, Fenterleigh, Cornwall

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £432 to £945

Self catering accommodation in Fenterleigh sleeps 6.

Accommodation overview: With fine views across the fields towards the sea, this detached newly renovated former barn is set in the small farming hamlet of Fenterleigh, just one mile from Tintagel, the legendary birthplace of King Arthur and a 20 minute walk from Bossiney Cove and Rocky Valley. 

Offering a perfect base for exploring the picturesque fishing villages, sandy beaches and hidden coves of the dramatic North Coast, Twit Twoo provides warm and cosy year round accommodation with double glazing, under floor heating and photovoltaic & solar panels. 

Set to one side of a country lane, the property is entered from the parking area where half a dozen steps lead down to a covered porch and the front door which opens into an entrance hall with an adjacent cloakroom W.C. with hand basin. 

The ground floor accommodation, furnished to a high standard with a slate tiled floor throughout, comprises a well equipped fitted kitchen and adjoining dining area with two sets of French doors opening to the garden and lovely views towards the sea. There are two warm and inviting sitting rooms with sumptuous lounge seating, one has a multi fuel stove set in the hearth and the other has rural views across the rear garden. 

Upstairs there is a family bathroom W.C. with vanity basin and shower over the bath and three delightful bedrooms; two twin bedded rooms with built in wardrobes and the master bedroom with a 5ft double, beams rising up to the apex of the roof, and an en-suite shower room W.C. with hand basin. The latter also enjoys far reaching views over the fields to the sea and beyond from French Windows that open inwards with a Juliet balcony. 

The garden extends around two sides of the property with a sheltered sun terrace, two areas of lawn and a lower paved patio all enjoying views of the surrounding farmland and coast; pets must be kept under control as the neighbouring fields may contain livestock.  There is parking for 3 cars on the driveway and storage space is available for golf clubs and beachgear in an outbuilding. 

With direct access to a public footpath running along the boundary of the property that meanders down the valley to Halgabron and St Nectan’s Glen and links with the coastal footpath, this is an ideal base for walkers and nature lovers.  Tintagel,1 mile, has a good selection of local shops, pubs and restaurants in addition to the famous ruins of a mediaeval castle and Merlins sea cave, and the attractive NT harbour at Boscastle is 3.5 miles. 

The nearest beach is Bossiney Cove which has fine sand at low tide accessed via a fairly steep incline and the sandy surfing beach at Trebarwith Strand is less than a ten minute drive.

Cowslip, Gwithian, Cornwall

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £331 to £685

Self catering accommodation in Gwithian sleeps 4.

Accommodation overview: With extensive views over peaceful countryside towards St Ives Bay, this newly renovated single storey barn conversion is the middle one of three, offering light and airy, comfortable accommodation all on the one level.

Entered from the spacious parking area, the wide front door leads directly into a bright open plan living room with a quarry tiled floor and underfloor central heating. There is a newly fitted modern kitchen, a dining area and a comfortable leather three piece suite, all with lovely views of the sea and coastline in the distance. From here, double glazed French Windows open to a small paved patio with views across the surrounding unspoilt countryside towards the cliffs at Hells Mouth.

An inner hallway in one corner of the lounge gives access to a bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath and two pleasantly furnished bedrooms which have a double and twin beds respectively. There is a shared lawn and barbecue area, which has stock proof fencing separating it from the adjacent fields. There are no steps internally in the property making it suitable for a family with an elderly relative.

Please note: Towels available at £3 per person, per week payable on arrival.

The Owls House, Buryas Bridge, Cornwall

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £351 to £756

Self catering accommodation in Buryas Bridge sleeps 4.

Accommodation overview: Just two miles inland from the picturesque harbour villages of Mousehole and Newlyn, this recently converted, semi-detached stone barn is set within the grounds of the owner’s home and cattery in the quiet little hamlet of Chyenhal.  Offering a rural retreat for visitors wishing to get away from it all, yet only a 5 minute drive from the coast, The Owls House provides warm and cosy accommodation furnished to a high standard with double glazing and central heating. 

Set to one side of a country lane, the property is entered from the driveway where there is parking for two cars and a step leads up to the front door which opens directly into an attractive kitchen with a solid oak floor that continues throughout.  Beautifully presented with two Velux windows and a ceiling rising to the apex of the roof with exposed cross beams, there is a pleasant dining suite and smartly fitted kitchen units. 

An inner hallway and two steps lead down to a bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath and two lovely bedrooms with a standard double and 4ft double bed respectively, the former with an en-suite W.C. and tiny basin. 

Carpeted stairs lead up from the hall to a delightful galleried sitting room on the first floor with comfortable leather lounge seating arranged before a wood burning stove and dual aspect views of the surrounding countryside.  To complete the accommodation, leading off in one corner of the lounge is a single bedroom with an en-suite shower room W.C. with hand basin. 

There is also an external laundry room that houses the freezer.  Fronted by a gravel terrace, half a dozen steps lead up to a secluded garden with summer house and views over the adjoining fields adjacent to the owners hoop greenhouse; visitors are also welcome to make use of the owner’s large meadow. 

The Kings Arms at Paul is one of West Cornwall's most atmospheric pubs, 1.5 miles, and for a wider selection of amenities, Newlyn is 2 miles with local shops, pubs, galleries and a busy fish market.  Penzance is a 10 minute drive where there is a good choice of shops, supermarkets, Cornwall’s only promenade, and regular ferry services to the Isles of Scilly. 

Trewidden, Trereife and Trengwainton Gardens are less than 3 miles respectively and the immediate area abounds in country walks and bridal ways with an abundance of birds and wildlife.  It is also an excellent base for exploring West Cornwall with St Michael's Mount at Marazion, Porthcurno home to the Minack Theatre and the surfing beach at Sennen Cove all less than 10 miles away.  Boating trips for sailing, sight-seeing and fishing are available from Penzance, St Ives and Porthleven.

Cregaminnis, Perranporth, Cornwall

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £378 to £873

Self catering accommodation in Perranporth sleeps 5.

Accommodation overview: Just over a mile from the glorious sandy beach at Perranporth, this peaceful and detached single storey cottage, formerly a 19th century counting house is set in a large country garden with lovely rural views over open countryside. 

Offering total seclusion this comfortable,light and spacious family property is ideal for either a relaxing break at any time of the year or as a base for exploring the north coast with a wealth of sandy beaches and coastal walks nearby. 

Approached by a long and narrow unmade lane and gated gravel driveway with parking for at least 3 cars, a sloping path and a series of steps lead down to the front door which opens to a useful entrance porch.  An inner door leads directly into the bright and sunny kitchen area leading through to the adjacent dining room with a natural wood floor and views of the garden and countryside beyond.

A central hallway gives access to a sitting room with a high ceiling and comfortable lounge seating facing the fireplace and French windows open to a lovely conservatory with casual seating and tranquil views over the mature garden.  There are three pleasant bedrooms: a spacious master bedroom with a double bed, a smaller double bedroom and a single bedded room.  A bathroom W.C. with hand basin, heated towel rail and shower over the bath and an additional cloakroom W.C. completes the accommodation. 

The extensive sloping garden which surrounds Cregaminnis is ideal for older children to let off steam however toddlers, young children and pets will require supervision as there are some steep unprotected areas.  The seaside village of Perranporth is just over 1 mile away and has a wide expanse of fine golden sand popular with surfers and families alike with a selection of shops, pubs, restaurants, and surf hire facilities suitable for everyday needs.

The nearest pub is at Bolingey which can be reached via a local footpath or 1 mile by road and there are also traditional village pubs in Mithian, St Agnes and Cubert all within a 5 mile radius.  There is a golf course and riding stables close by in addition to breathtaking cliff walks ideal for birdwatching at Cligga Head.  The cathedral city of Truro is about a 15minute drive.

Moonstones, Newquay, Cornwall

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £744 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Newquay sleeps 8.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Golf • Near Horse Riding

Accommodation overview: This fabulous detached family holiday home offers spacious accommodation, large garden and direct access to Holywell Bay National Trust sand-dunes.

Moonstones is a fabulous detached bungalow situated just a very short stroll from the fantastic surfing and sandy beach at Holywell Bay, with direct access onto the sand dunes from the rear garden. Perfect for larger family groups, friends or couples away together, the spacious open plan design is light, bright and welcoming. The large picture windows allow lovely views over the rear terrace and garden, to the National Trust dunes and Holywell Bay Golf Club. Holywell Bay is a dog friendly beach all year round and Moonstones allows up to two well behaved dogs, so your four legged friend can also holiday with you. Birdwatchers will love the surrounding area not only for the native Cornish Choughs recently seen in the garden, but also for the waders on the shoreline. Furnished in a contemporary style, with separate dining and sitting areas, Moonstones is a real home from home and will soon become a firm favourite. Comfortable sofas around the impressive fireplace, complete with attractive log burner and slate hearth, are perfect for cooler evenings or cosy winter breaks. The bespoke modern fitted kitchen has attractive pink granite worktops and pearlescent glass tiles and is extremely well equipped. There are four stylishly presented bedrooms. The master double room, with king size bed, features an en-suite shower room with monsoon power shower. It has its own direct access on to the elevated rear terrace area. A second, twin room, possible option to king-size, also has its own door opening on to the terrace, ideal for "two family" holidays. Bedroom three is a twin room with views to the front garden. Bedroom four is also a twin offering further flexible sleeping arrangements. These three rooms are served by a large family bathroom with power shower over a roomy bath. The very private sunny rear garden with lawns and patio terrace area is fully enclosed and a wonderful spot to enjoy leisurely barbecues or just relax and unwind. Guests are welcome to use the main full length utility space for storage of surfboards or cycles and there is ample parking for four cars on the block pavoir driveway. Wi-Fi availability means you can even bring work along with you, if you can tear yourself away from the beach to do it. As well as 2 local Pubs close by, there are some fantastic dining opportunities with Fifteen at Watergate Bay only 9 miles distant and Padstow with its world famous chef's, a further 12 miles. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with direct access to a wonderful sandy beach, miles of coastal walks, golf adjacent, horse riding and 2 separate course fisheries nearby, Moonstones really is the ideal base for a great family seaside getaway.

Accommodation: Ground floor. Stable door entrance, to central hallway. Living room with log burner, TV with Freeview and DVD. Kitchen open to dining room with microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher. Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer. Further large utility area for storage and access to front and rear gardens. Bedroom 1 with King and en-suite shower room with WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with Twin (option to King with zip'n'link). Bedroom 3 with Twin. Bedroom 4 with Twin (2'6" mattress suitable for children). Bathroom with bath and shower attachment over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric NSH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Payphone (no mobile signal). Initial supply of seasoned logs from Owners farm. No smoking. 2 well behaved Pets welcome. Garden furniture. Ample private parking for 4 cars. Short breaks available. 3pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Pennti, Truro, Cornwall

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £225 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Truro sleeps 4.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Garden •

Accommodation overview: Pennti is a very unique and unusual property, lovingly built by local owners. They have used wood from the nearby Tregothnan estate to create items for the holiday cottage.

Pennti truly is a unique cottage, converted from a farm piggery and providing a tranquil base from which to explore the surrounding beautiful countryside. It is hard to believe that despite being in the heart of rural Cornwall, Pennti is a mere five miles from the bustling county city of Truro. Built with the scenery in mind, every room has views towards open countryside. From the private parking space and enclosed front patio garden, entrance to the cottage is through a conservatory which has seating to enjoy the vista. The remaining ground floor has an open plan living/dining/kitchen area, which allows a feeling of space and light throughout. This room has a log burner on a raised hearth ensuring a cosy welcome at all times. The owners have imaginatively used wood from the local Tregothnan estate to enhance practical everyday items. The handmade steep wooden staircase to the mezzanine sleeping platform (suitable only for children over 14 years of age) is one such example. Taken from one huge oak tree and sliced down the middle, its natural shape wraps around the stairs. This mezzanine level has two single mattresses on the floor, and restricted head height. The bright and cosy conservatory thoughtfully has binoculars provided, to help view the wildlife and birds that populate the hedgerows and local woodlands. From this room there is a door through to the double bedroom, which offers uninterrupted scenery from floor to ceiling windows. A peaceful retreat with many walks from the door, Pennti offers an ideal place to rest and relax.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Conservatory. Open plan living/kitchen/dining room with TV with Freeview, DVD and wood burning stove. Kitchen area with electric cooker, microwave, fridge and washing machine. Bedroom with Double. Mezzanine floor with two single mattresses. Shower room with WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. NS heating. No cot is provided, please bring your own travel cot. Complimentary basket of logs. 1 pet welcome. Parking. Patio furniture. No smoking. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Additional Information: Pet owners, please be aware that there is livestock in the field adjacent, please make sure your dog is kept on a lead outside the property. Thank you.

Bos Lowen, Newquay, Cornwall

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £212 to £0

Self catering accommodation in Newquay sleeps 2.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Garden •

Accommodation overview: Converted into a beautiful, cosy, romantic Cornish cottage hideaway for two, from a former piggery. Set in a large paddock with pond and woods. Close to world famous surfing beach and Eden project.

Just imagine a beautiful 350 year old farmhouse set within ten acres of gardens, meadows and streams, in idyllic countryside, add a fabulous heated outdoor pool (for use of guests staying in the main house) an attached cottage and two self-contained studio cottages and you have Colan Barton, the most perfect Cornish cottage holiday retreat. Set in the tiny hamlet of Colan, just 3 miles inland from the stunning Cornish coastline near Newquay and Porth, this family property has been lovingly restored to provide a whole range of flexible self-catering holiday accommodation. The gorgeous main house oozes character and charm. It has been sympathetically restored and features original slate flagstone floors, natural wood doors and oak flooring. Access from Colan Barton into Little Barton is gained by unlocking doors from both properties on the upstairs landing and downstairs rear hallway. This combination then offers spacious accommodation for up to 15 guests. Gwel an Lagen and Bos Lowen the two contemporary and characterful studio cottages are adjacent to Colan Barton, in their own spacious paddock area. When the whole site is booked it offers immense flexibility for any extended group of family or friends to enjoy a holiday in Cornwall together. Please contact our reservations team on 01271 813777 to discuss generous discounts for the whole site booked together or for Colan Barton with Little Barton booked together.

As you approach the pretty hamlet of Colan, glimpsing further woods and valleys all around, you know you are in the depths of the Cornish countryside, yet the stunning Cornwall coast with world renowned surfing beaches is just a short car journey away. Uniquely situated as a holiday home, Bos Lowen is adjacent to its sister property, Gwel an Lagen. Formerly the workshops and before that the farm piggery, the two studios have been transformed into cosy self-catering Cornish cottages, perfect for a couple to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the Colan Barton estate. With access to a large paddock with pond and woodland you will soon relax into your well-equipped hide-away. Positioned 30 yards away from the main house you are totally independent but can be booked as part of Colan Barton if desired. Bos Lowen has been imaginatively transformed with attention to detail and quality fitments. From your open patio area, entrance is via a stable door into the kitchen / dining room with slate flooring and bespoke kitchen. Three steps down lead to the spacious vaulted living - sleeping area. A large comfortable sofa and a log burner on a raised hearth add a welcome homely and romantic touch. Relax by watching TV with Freeview, play DVD's or listen to music on the I-Pod docking station with CD player and radio. The bathroom is equally spacious with contemporary quality fittings and beautifully tiled floors and walls. We are sure you will enjoy many peaceful moments and the enchanting surrounding area has a quite magical feel.

Accommodation: Ground floor. Kitchen / dining area with electric cooker, halogen hob, microwave, larder fridge, freezer and washing machine. Living room- sleeping area with quality bespoke pull down full size double bed cleverly concealed in wall units, wood-burning stove, TV with Freeview and DVD. I-pod docking station with CD player and radio. Bathroom with fitted shower over bath, WC and basin

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Picnic table. BBQ. Initial log supply, thereafter £5.00 per bag. No cot is provided, please bring own travel cot. No smoking. 2 pets welcome. Ample private parking. Short breaks available. 3pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.