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Cornwall self catering and cottages
The South West of England has the best of the British weather and some of the best coastlines to enjoy it and so Cornwall makes the ideal holiday location for a family holiday or a short break. Whether you are looking for an active holiday or a relaxing retreat you are sure to find it in this beautiful part of Britain.
Enjoy your stay in some superb self catering cottages and accommodation in Cornwall. Our self catering holiday accommodation listings are perfect for couples and large family groups and ideally located near the coast or at the heart of the countryside.
Self catering accommodation in Cornwall is great value for money and if you are after luxury then check out the cottages with hot tubs, sauna's, gyms, heated swimming pools and much more! Refine your search of Cornwall self catering accommodation listed by using the county and region menus on the left or above. If you want to do a fast search with less descriptions and more properties click here>
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £364 to £1
Self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: With views of the sea and dramatic cliffs, and set in the coastal hamlet of Trenance a two minute walk from the golden sand at Mawgan Porth, this recently built accommodation is the entire lower ground floor of a detached house in a sloping grassy garden surrounded by a low stone wall, with a private gate to a footpath leading down to the beach.
Approached from the parking area, a flight of steps and a ramp leads down to the side of the house, where an entrance door opens directly into the living room with laminate wood flooring, a comfortable leather suite and patio doors opening to the terrace and enclosed garden. Three steps lead up to a smart fitted kitchen and to a bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath.
Leading off the sitting area is a hallway which gives access to three bedrooms, a twin bedded room, one with bunk beds, and a double with an ensuite shower room W.C. and wash basin and patio doors opening to a second terrace. Midway between Padstow and Newquay and only a mile from the spectacular beauty spot at Bedruthan Steps, the village of Mawgan Porth, a five minute walk along the beach or one mile by road, has a pub, beach cafe, garage and a small grocery store.
The seaside resort of Newquay is 6 miles and the quaint fishing port of Padstow is 8 miles away. There is also a nine hole hilltop golf course and driving range nearby.
Please note: Bed linen is available at £10 per double & £5 per single per week to be paid on arrival. Towels are available at £3.50 per person per week to be paid on arrival.
  
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £425 to £1
Self catering accommodation in Polruan sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: With lovely views over the village to the sea and coastline, this attractive, contemporary detached house with unusual architectural features is set at the top of Polruan, across the estuary from Fowey. Entered from the open driveway where there is space for 2-3 cars, a short gravel path leads through the garden to the fully glazed front door, opening to a hallway with central staircase, impressively high ceiling and a stripped wood floor.
The ground floor accommodation furnished in a seaside décor with soft tones, comprises a cloakroom W.C. and hand basin, a twin bedded room and a bathroom with bath and vanity basin. At the far end there is a snug area with a Jetmaster log fire set into the wall, casual seating next to the slate hearth and double glazed French doors to a decked patio, ideal for alfresco dining. An archway leads through to an adjacent kitchen/dining room with a limestone floor, modern fitted units including an electric range cooker and floor length windows overlooking the village and sea beyond.
A carpeted staircase leads up to a mezzanine level where there are a utility room with laundry facilities, a walk-in wet room with shower W.C. and hand basin and a bedroom with two single beds and French windows to a sheltered sundeck. Stairs continue up to the first floor and a light, south facing sitting room with exposed beamed ceiling, leather settees and patio doors opening to a balcony with lovely views out to the sea and coastline. To one side of the lounge, a door leads into the master bedroom with a kingsize bed, coastal views and built-in wardrobes.
The Mediterranean style garden incorporates a paved patio and decked area bordered by flowerbeds, shrubs and tall grasses and enjoys village and countryside views with the sea in the distance - the garden is not enclosed and there is an unguarded drop down to the road below. The house has many interesting characteristics but low windows, stairs and the balcony make it unsuitable for children under the age of 7.
Polruan has a small selection of shops and pubs next to the quayside just under half a mile away down the steep hill and a foot ferry operates from here across the river to Fowey where there is a wider selection of amenities. The coves and beaches of Lansallos and Lantic Bay are a short distance away and the South West coastal path offers excellent walking and lovely scenery to Pencarrow Head. Polperro is 5 miles and Looe about 9 miles.
Please note:£150 returnable security deposit required. Not suitable for children under 7. Towels not available.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £435 to £1
Self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: Koweth forms one of three terraced cottages which provide cosy, warm and comfortable accommodation within The Eco Village. This end of terrace property is decorated to a good standard and is perfect for both small family gatherings and couples alike. This property is also perfectly suitable for the more elderly as it’s arranged on one level both inside and out.
On entering the property through the large French windows, access is straight into a cosy but well furnished and equipped lounge/kitchen/ diner with electric living flame fire and flat screen TV. The lounge is on one side which provides comfortable seating and a fully fitted kitchen/ diner on the opposite side.
Off the main lounge area, a rear hallway leads to the bedrooms which consist of one double bedroom with en-suite bathroom, shower over and WC and one twin bedroom with en-suite shower room and WC.
Back in the main lounge/ kitchen/ diner, the large French windows provide access onto an open paved patio outside with picnic table for visitors sole use. Koweth provides one parking space at the end of the terrace with additional parking on site.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £436 to £953
Self catering accommodation in Bolventor sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: Set on the shore of beautiful Dozmary Pool, a natural lake associated with the Arthurian legend as the final resting place of Excalibur, this recently converted, detached and double glazed granite barn is centrally located in the heart of Bodmin Moor which is within easy reach of both the north and south coast.
Situated within an SSSI, this is the perfect spot for walkers, birdwatchers and water enthusiasts just 10 metres from the waters edge. Approached by a narrow unmade lane and private drive that slopes down to a large gravel parking area, from here the fully glazed front door leads directly into an open plan living room with a slate tiled floor and furnished to a high standard.
The well equipped, modern fitted kitchen has a butler sink and a large pine dining table with bench seats, and an adjacent comfortable sitting area with a wood burning stove and windows overlooking the water. There is one ground floor bedroom with a kingsize bed, lovely views of the garden and beyond to the lake, and an en-suite shower room W.C. with hand basin.
In one corner of the lounge, an oak staircase leads up to the first floor landing where there are a bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath and two attractive bedrooms with twin beds, oak flooring and good views over the lake and the surrounding countryside. A first floor patio is reached via a glazed door off one of the twin bedrooms with granite steps leading down to the driveway, and at the front of the property, a walled and gated lawned garden and sheltered south facing terrace overlook the lake.
Toddlers and pets must be supervised as the banks of the lake are just a few feet beyond the garden wall. There is space to store bicycles and beach gear in a stone outbuilding. It is possible to launch canoes on Dozmary Pool, there is a natural right to roam on foot over much of the surrounding moorland and there are lovely cycle rides in all directions.
Jamaica Inn at Bolventor is 1.5 miles away, and the surrounding villages of Altarnun, Blisland, St Breward and St Cleer are all within 15 minutes by car and have a local shop and pub. The larger towns of Bodmin and Launceston are about a 20 minute drive respectively. Trout fishing and a watersports centre are available at Siblyback Lake nearby, and there are local stables offering horse riding.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £331 to £756
Self catering accommodation in Mylor Bridge sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: Less than half a mile from the head of Mylor Creek and only a 15 minute drive respectively to both Truro and Falmouth, this light, attractively furnished detached bungalow in a mature pretty garden is set in a quiet residential close offering a comfortable family home.
Approached from an open drive through a hedged front garden with a sheltered lawn, one step leads up to a double glazed front door which opens to an L shaped hallway with coat pegs. At the front of the property is a light and comfortable sitting room with lounge seating facing the electric fire and views across the valley from a large window, and on the other side of the hallway is a bright double bedroom. The newly refurbished modern kitchen is well equipped, there is an adjacent dining room which can be accessed from the sitting room and the hall and from here, sliding doors lead out to a small conservatory giving access to the patio area.
The master bedroom has a double bed overlooking the peaceful rear garden and a bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath completes the accommodation. The large enclosed garden at the rear is sheltered and has a sunny patio area, spacious lawns, mature shrubs, an outside laundry room and a gated path to the front parking area. There is room for 2 cars on the sloping drive and no parking restrictions on the road outside.
The local shops, pub and the tidal creek at Mylor Bridge are just a five minute walk, and Mylor Harbour where there is a marina and boat hire is 2 miles away and can be reached by footpath from the village. Forget me Not offers a good base from which to explore both country and creekside walks, the attractive resort of Falmouth with a variety of glorious sandy beaches is 5 miles and there is also a plenitude of public and National Trust gardens to visit in the area. The cathedral city of Truro is 8 miles, there is a golf course and horse riding nearby, and Bissoe bike hire have a good selection of cycles to explore the picturesque Coast to Coast cycle trail.
Please note: 1 small dog welcome.
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Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £419 to £914
Self catering accommodation in Hellandbridge sleeps 7.
Accommodation overview: Hollyhocks Cottage is nestled away within the small picturesque hamlet of Hellandbridge, and dates back to the 18th century. It is a traditional semi-detached country cottage full of character and is positioned right next to the Camel Trail, making it ideal for cyclists and walkers alike. This tranquil retreat is surrounded by beautiful Cornish countryside which is perfect for guests wishing to escape from it all yet provides easy access to many wonderful beaches and attractions around the county.
The main entrance to the cottage is at the front of the property but guests may find it easier to access the property from the side gate. There are a few small steps into the rear garden and the rear door leads straight into the light and spacious kitchen/ diner which is well equipped for a large family. A utility room and cloak room with WC sit adjacent to the entrance of the kitchen and are perfect for storing coats and shoes. From the kitchen, a doorway leads into a cosy sitting room before leading through again into the family lounge with wood burning stove. The carpeted stairs which are rather steep in style lead to the first floor where there are four bedrooms and a bathroom with separate shower, WC and basin. The bedrooms comprise of two double bedrooms with standard size double beds, one which has an additional en-suite shower room with WC. There is also a twin bedroom with standard size twin beds and a spacious single bedroom.
To the rear of the property is a spacious enclosed garden with garden furniture and bbq. Free ample parking is located alongside the Camel Trail, which is adjacent to the property.
The St Mabyn Inn with restaurant and the local shop at St Mabyn are located just 2 miles from Hollyhocks cottage. The Camel Trail linking Bodmin Moor to Padstow is very popular with walkers and cyclists and a 3 mile drive will take you into the town of Bodmin which provides the necessary supermarkets or alternatively an 8 mile drive will take you to the market town of Wadebridge. The beautiful beaches and fishing villages on the North Cornish Coast including Port Isaac, Rock, Padstow, Polzeath and Tintagel can easily be reached from Hellandbridge as can the popular attractions of the South Coast including the Eden Project. There is wonderful walking all around; Bodmin Moor and the Cornish Coastal Path to name but a few.
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Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £667 to £1
Self catering accommodation in Cardinham sleeps 7.
Accommodation overview: Perfectly positioned in a quiet setting on the edge of Bodmin Moor, this traditional stone detached barn conversion sits within a peaceful rural valley and is perfectly situated for those who wish to get away from it all. Accessed via a long driveway, the property is set to one side of the owners stone farmhouse and within an area of outstanding natural beauty which offers an ideal rural retreat.
With parking adjacent to the property, a stone footpath leads the front door which opens into a warm and cosy dining room, with a large a wood burning stove that warms the whole house. To one side of the dining room an open archway leads into the well equipped kitchen and to the other side of the dining room an archway leads into a spacious living room with comfortable lounge seating, large flat screen television, character vaulted ceiling and panoramic windows providing views across the garden and valley beyond.
A door leads from the sitting room into a sun room, which houses a wonderful sauna as well as the equipment that’s required for the garden and swimming pool. A perfect place to leave coats, flip flops or wellies. On one side a doorway leads into a downstairs separate shower room with steam shower, WC and basin. The French windows from the sun room lead directly onto the patio, with large swimming pool heated via solar panels. The patio also leads round to a large private hot tub, garden chairs and loungers.
A small gate from the patio leads into a garden where fish like to swim in the character ponds with rockery and plants. A large wooden table and chairs, parasol and BBQ sit alongside the ponds and are available to share with the owners next door.
To access the bedrooms, an inner hallway leads from the kitchen and provides a carpeted staircase which leads to the first floor with three separate bedrooms. Two double bedrooms with en-suite bathroom with miniature hip-bath, shower over, WC and basin. One twin bedroom with additional single captain’s bed with pull out bed beneath.
Locally there are many excellent walks, fishing, golf and pony trekking available, and a network of graded cycle trails through the ancient Cardinham Woods close by, as featured on BBC Countryfile. The old county town of Bodmin with a selection of shops, pubs, leisure centre, golf club and Steam Railway is about a 20 minute drive as is Lanhydrock House and Gardens. The village of Blisland, 5 miles, has a local store/P.O. and traditional pub facing the village.
The beautiful beaches and fishing villages of the north and south coasts are within a 40 minute drive and there are many glorious gardens and visitor attractions such as the Eden Project within easy reach. Water sports and fishing are available at Siblyback Lake nearby. A real bonus for this peaceful rural location is the easy road access to both A roads providing an ideal base for exploring the whole of the county.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £264 to £494
Self catering accommodation in Portholland sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: French Windows to the front of the cottage lead directly into the open-plan ground floor with rustic board and beam ceiling, a slate floor and white painted stone walls.
To one side is a small neatly fitted galley kitchen with a ceramic two ring hob, combination microwave and a small oak dining suite. One step leads up beneath a timber archway to the seating area at the rear with period furniture, comfortable leather armchairs facing the wood burning stove and a window overlooking the sunny terraced area.
A narrow winding staircase leads up to the delightful bedroom with a canopied beam ceiling, rustic pine floorboards and a king-size bed. A skylight allows visitors to watch the stars at night. A small en-suite bathroom W.C. with wash basin and a bath with hand shower fitment completes the accommodation.
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
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Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £331 to £756
Self catering accommodation in Marhamchurch sleeps 5.
Accommodation overview: Within a 10 minute drive of the glorious sandy beaches of Bude and Widemouth Bay, this light and spacious detached bungalow is set in a peaceful rural location just over a mile outside the attractive village of Marhamchurch.
Cross Park enjoys tranquil views over the surrounding countryside and provides a perfect base for exploring the spectacular coastline of North Cornwall with the dramatic South West Coast Path and stunning beaches only 3 miles away.
Approached by a quiet country road, a couple of steps lead up to the fully glazed front door which opens to a central hallway. The bright and sunny accommodation consists of a dual aspect sitting room with leather seating and restful views of the countryside, a dining room overlooking the pleasant gardens, a modern newly fitted kitchen and a small garden room.
There are two bedrooms, a double with lovely rural views and a family room with a double and a single bed and a recently upgraded bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath. All rooms look out over the unspoilt fields and farmland that surround the property and there is parking for 2 cars on the tarmac drive.
There is a sheltered lawned garden with a glimpse of the sea on the horizon and an integral garage houses the freezer, laundry facilities and secure storage space is available for bicycles and beach gear. Young children will require supervision as the grounds are not completely enclosed.
There is a traditional country inn and village shop at Bridgerule just over a mile away and Bude with its sandy beaches, canal, leisure pool and excellent golf links is 3 miles by road. It is possible to walk or cycle to Bude along the old canal passing through farmland and a nature reserve, and there is also a surf school, fishing and horse riding available locally. The picturesque villages of Boscastle, Tintagel and Clovelly are all within half an hour’s drive.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £254 to £418
Self catering accommodation in Mabe sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: This cottage is the larger of the three with a separate well equipped kitchen / pine furnished dining room at the rear. A stable door leads to the parking area to one side.
The front door opens into a pleasant, beamed sitting room with a decorative fireplace and hearth of granite. Stairs lead up from the sitting room to a landing, a pretty bedroom with a 5ft double bed and an adjacent shower room W.C. with hand basin and heated towel rail.
Please note: Towels are available at £2.50 per person per week payable on arrival.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £301 to £654
Self catering accommodation in Treligga sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: The end cottage, entered from its own fenced and gated patio garden the glazed front door opens to a slate paved hallway and an adjacent bathroom W.C. with hand basin and a shower over the bath.
A step down from the hallway leads to a living room, part beamed and comprising a fitted kitchen area, a dining area and comfortable seating with books provided. There are two bedrooms, a double with a hand basin and one with 3ft bunks.
Please note: Towels are not available.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £419 to £914
Self catering accommodation in Lanreath sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: Entered from a walled and gated garden with a level lawn, three steps and a gravel path leads up to the front door which opens to a spacious entrance hall with a high beamed ceiling and underfloor heating.
The ground floor accommodation consists of a well equipped farmhouse style fitted kitchen/breakfast room, an adjacent utility room with laundry facilities, and a cloakroom W.C. with hand basin.
There is also a very generous sized living room with beamed ceiling, a Cornish stone fireplace, comfortable seating overlooking the lawned front garden and an additional dining area.
From the hallway carpeted stairs lead up to a sunny first floor landing and three pleasant bedrooms, all with views of the surrounding farmland; there is a dual aspect master bedroom with a 5ft double and en-suite shower room W.C. and hand basin, a twin bedded room, and the third bedroom with the option of a 6ft double or 3ft zip linked twin beds.
A bathroom W.C. with hand basin, bath and shower cubicle completes the accommodation.
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