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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 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 4
Weekly price range £336 to £695
Self catering accommodation in Gorran sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: A charming wing of a Grade II listed house, set in the owners peaceful 2.5 acres of garden in the churchtown of Gorran amid beautiful farmland, within easy reach of lovely coastal walks and splendid gardens open to the public.
Reached by an unmade track and a long private drive which leads up to the parking area, the front door opens directly into a brightly fitted kitchen/dining room, leading through to an attractive Georgian style sitting room, comfortably furnished, enjoying tranquil views of the owners mature garden and fields beyond.
At the far end, rather steep stairs go up to a landing, a bathroom W.C. with hand basin and a bath with shower fitment and to two bedrooms, a double with views of lovely countryside and one with two single 3ft beds one of which can be stowed away if not required. Visitors have the use of most of the extensive grounds except for the walled orchard and courtyard behind the house.
A nearby public footpath winds its way through woods to reach the sea at Portmellon. The village of Gorran, half a mile, has a general store / P.O. and a pub providing good meals in a pleasant atmosphere. The attractive east facing sandy beach at Gorran Haven is 1.5 miles away. The award winning Lost Gardens of Heligan are 4 miles and The Eden Project is about a 30 minute drive. There are a selection of eateries at St Ewe, Pentewan and the fishing village of Mevagissey all within a 10 minute drive.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £365 to £812
Self catering accommodation in Goonhavern sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: This detached and double glazed cottage is set within approximately four acres of tranquil grounds and wooded areas that make up Croft Cottages.
Offering a peaceful holiday setting, the single-storey family friendly accommodation is entirely on the level and is approached by a short winding driveway through the mature trees to a gravel parking area with a gently sloping path up to the entrance.
The front door opens into a main hallway, and to one side a door leads through to a light and airy living room with a cosy wood burning stove and a comfortable lounge suite set by the sliding patio doors.
At the rear of the living room there is a dining area with views across to the neighbouring meadow and an adjacent doorway leads into a well equipped fitted kitchen with a window overlooking the woodland area.
There are two good sized bedrooms enjoying views over the surrounding garden, a double with an en-suite bathroom W.C. with small hand basin and shower over the bath and a bedroom with twin beds plus cot bed. There are convector heaters in both bedrooms.
To complete the accommodation, leading off the hallway is a family bathroom W.C. with hand basin, bath and separate shower cubicle.
To the rear of the property is a small lawned area and to the front there is a private garden with a small level lawn, flower and shrub borders and an adjoining patio with a brick built barbecue for the sole use of Hazel Croft. There is parking available for 2 cars with further spaces on request.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £319 to £824
Self catering accommodation in Cubert sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: Set to one side of a quiet country lane between Cubert village and the sea, this 200 year old detached and double glazed cottage has been freshly renovated to a high standard and is surrounded by lovely countryside with glimpses of the sea on the horizon.
Well placed for access to Holywell Bay, 1 mile, Porth Joke and West Pentire beaches which can be reached by road or by public footpath to Cubert Common and the cliff path which links all three for the more energetic.
Entered through a glazed front porch with room for the storage of coats, an inner door leads directly into a bright and sunny, dual aspect sitting room with comfortable lounge seating arranged before the wood burning stove. Beyond is a recently enlarged modern kitchen/dining room with smart fitted units, quarry tiled floor and ample dining space; there is also a door to an enclosed paved courtyard with patio furniture and a shed for storage of beachgear.
Painted stairs lead up from the lounge to the first floor where there is a newly fitted bathroom W.C. with hand basin, bath and shower cubicle and two charming bedrooms with a 5ft king-size and twin beds respectively. From the master bedroom views of the sea on the horizon can be enjoyed.
The sheltered garden has a good sized level lawn and there is off road parking for two cars on the gravel drive which can be gated to enclose the garden. A lockable garage is also available and there is a seldom used right of way to one other cottage. The village has a grocery store/P.O., pub and two restaurants all within a 15 minute walk and there is a regular bus service to Newquay and the cathedral city of Truro.
The sandy beach at Holywell Bay is about 1 mile and Crantock 2.5 miles, with West Pentire slightly further where there is a summer passenger ferry to Newquay which with its amenities is 5 miles by road. The immediate vicinity provides several golf courses and riding stables, there are local walks across Cubert Common to the coastal footpath, a fun park nearby offers go karting and children’s amusements and Newquay Zoo and Sea Life Centre are about a 15 minute drive.
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Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £331 to £756
Self catering accommodation in Kingsand sleeps 5.
Accommodation overview: With sea views from every window and just yards from the waters edge at Kingsand,this late 18th century mid-terrace former smugglers cottage overlooks the sand and shingle beach in the heart of the village adjacent to the Clock Tower.
Entered from the narrow street that runs parallel with the seafront and forms part of the coastal footpath, this south facing property with accommodation arranged on 3 floors, is fronted by a wide pavement with space for beach chairs.
Four steps lead up through a unique little porch with Burmese teak shutters salvaged from a ship and an inner front door opens into a central hallway. On one side is a cosy sitting room with a solid bamboo floor and two comfortable sofas facing the woodburner and on the other side is a fitted country kitchen with some natural exposed stonework and a drop leaf dining suite.
Both of the ground floor rooms have windows overlooking the sea and the slipway on to Girt beach. In one corner of the kitchen, a low doorway and steep open-tread stairs lead down to a games room in the cellar with table football, storage space for beach gear, and still retaining some of the original niches when it was occupied by brandy smugglers.
Carpeted stairs lead up from the entrance hall to the first floor where there are a double bedroom with fine views of the sea, a bathroom with vanity basin and shower over the bath, and a separate W.C.with small hand basin.
A further staircase continues up to the second floor with a cloakroom W.C. and hand basin and two further bedrooms; a double with a ceiling open to the apex of the roof and lovely views of the coast and a single room overlooking the sea and PlymouthSound.
It is possible to briefly unload outside the property and parking is in the village car park 100 yards away. All of the village amenities are within a couple of minutes walk including pubs, cafes and a general store/P.O. The twin village of Cawsand also has a small selection of shops and eateries.
Kingsand and Cawsand have three small beaches with sand and shingle separated by areas of rocks all with lovely views. The South West Coast Path offers splendid scenery around Penlee Point to Rame Head; Mount Edgcumbe Country Park and Antony House are within a short drive and there are several golf courses in the immediate area.
Whitsand Bay, 2 miles,has a long stretch of sand and rocks, and a summer passenger ferry operates from Cawsand Beach across the Sound landing at the Plymouth Barbican.
Please note: This property is heated by 5 portable electric heaters - inclusive. A weekly car park ticket currently costs Oct – Mar £18, Apr/May/Jun £20, Jul/Sep £22,Aug £24.
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Sleeps 3
Weekly price range £311 to £564
Self catering accommodation in Trenale sleeps 3.
Accommodation overview: As the name suggests, the walls of this two storey cottage boast half a dozen small recesses to house doves, now departed.
A charming beamed living room has a window and door to a patio area, an ideal spot for sundowners while watching the sun sink into the sea. A gate from the patio gives access to the paddock.
Upstairs are a bathroom / W.C. with shower over the bath and heated towel rail and two bedrooms, both with sea views, a double and a single.
Please note: Towels are not available.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £277 to £463
Self catering accommodation in Trenale sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: Tucked into a sheltered sunny corner of the courtyard, Plover looks out over the gardens through a larger than usual window - a favourite all year round.
Entered from the courtyard the front door opens into a small hallway. There is a bathroom / W.C. with shower over the bath, a bedroom with a double bed and a light living room with views of the coastline from a doorway which leads out to a fenced and gated garden which opens to the car park and has access to the paddock.
Please note: Towels are not available. Carrycot not accepted.
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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.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £319 to £685
Self catering accommodation in Helston sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: Only a short drive from the picturesque harbour villages at Mullion & Porthleven this detached cottage in its own private walled garden set on a fourteen acre smallholding with Llamas, Alpacas, Goats, Hens, Ducks and Geese grazing the neighbouring fields. Goosecott is a perfect base to explore the many beautiful beaches and coves on the Lizard peninsula and it is a perfect location for country lovers being close to Gweek at the head of the Helford River.
Approached down a pretty tarmac private drive and adjacent to the owners property, known locally as the colonial cottage is Goosecott, a detached farm cottage built on sloping ground with parking for 2 cars. A gate and seven steps lead to the front door opening into the entrance porch with a partial countryside views. An inner door leads directly into a rustic kitchen / breakfast Room having a neatly fitted kitchen to one side and a farmhouse table and chairs to the other.
Leading from the kitchen down a passageway there is a downstairs bathroom W.C with hand basin and shower over the bath. Another door from the breakfast room opens into a comfortable snug with cedar panelled walls and a wood burning stove with two armchairs from here the French doors open into the conservatory spanning the width of the property with a terracotta tile floor, wooden garden dining table and chairs and door to the garden. To complete the ground floor accommodation an inner hall gives access to a pleasant sitting room, which looks out onto the enclosed garden, with two sofas arranged before a wall mounted electric fire.
A steep carpeted staircase, with nine treads, leads to a landing dividing to the left and right with two further steps to the double bedroom on the right and two steps to the left giving access to a dressing room with W.C and hand basin and a twin bedroom. The garden is overlooked from all three upstairs rooms.
A small enclosed courtyard to the front with a path gives access to the rear garden with a small patio area. From the patio a single step allows access to the small lawn with raised flower bed and a path and gate leading to the private drive. The garden is enclosed by a Cornish hedge and stone wall.
The old Stannary Market town of Helston offering a selection of shops, pubs and a supermarket is 1.5 miles. The larger centres of Truro, Penzance, St Ives and Falmouth all within a 30 minute drive. The harbour side village of Porthleven with its sandy beach is only 4.5 miles. Praa Sands with its mile long golden sandy surf beach and Mullion golf course are both within easy reach as are the the glorious gardens of Trebah and Glendurgan.
The viewing area for the RNAS Culdrose is 1 mile away and offers an excellent opportunity to watch the daily activity of the aircraft based at the station with Flambards Theme Park a 5 minute drive.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £345 to £805
Self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: Arvor has been decorated and furnished to a high standard and provides a perfect warm and cosy environment for couples wishing to get away from it all. The property which is light and airy forms just one of two luxury holiday lodges situated within the Mawgan Porth Eco Village.
The property is arranged on one floor and is accessed via a gate into the small patio garden area. The sliding doors open into the cosy living area with lounge seating and electric living flame fire. The lounge joins seamlessly with the dining area and well equipped and modern fitted kitchen.
Off the main lounge area, a doorway leads to one king-size bedroom (5ft) with en-suite shower room and WC and a roll-top bath which is positioned within the bedroom.
Back in the main lounge/ kitchen/ diner, the large sliding windows provide access onto the secluded patio and terrace with small lawn and patio furniture. Arvor provides one parking space nearby with additional parking on site.
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Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £500 to £934
Self catering accommodation in Lanivet sleeps 5.
Accommodation overview: Perfect for families or couples, Aztec is set within the grounds of Lakeview Country Club, a mature, quiet 200 acre parkland setting with fishing lakes, golf, pool, gym and spa. This privately owned property is ideal for either a calm relaxing break or for exploring the delights of Cornwall. The north and south coast beaches and harbours are within a 30 minute drive. Bodmin Moor with its rugged tors, standing stones and native ponies is close by, all ensuring there’s a wealth of different places to visit rather than being tied to one location.
Whatever the weather, there is something to do at Lakeview, from the indoor heated swimming pool, gym, sauna or spa. There are tennis courts, a 9-hole golf course, driving range and 3 acres of fishing lakes. The Country Club has a bar and restaurant which are open for lunch and dinner (the use of some facilities incurs additional cost).
Approached from a shared tarmac parking area within the grounds, a short path leads to Aztec’s paved patio with garden furniture and lighting for summer evenings. The glazed front door opens directly into a light and airy open-plan kitchen and living room with a tiled floor and sliding doors to the patio and communal parkland.
Furnished in a contemporary style there is a neatly fitted kitchen area with modern units and integral appliances, a comfortable leather corner settee and a glass topped dining table and chairs. The property has a ground floor bedroom with three single beds and built-in wardrobe, and an en-suite shower room with W.C. and vanity basin.
A staircase leads from the living room to a small landing, a master bedroom with a 5ft double and glazed doors opening to a balcony with views of the tree shaded lawns. A bathroom W.C. with hand basin, jacuzzi bath and separate shower cubicle completes the first floor accommodation.
The nearby village of Lanivet is 1.5 miles, it has a local shop, post office and pub. For a wider range of amenities the old county town of Bodmin is 4 miles. The Camel Trail, for walkers and cyclists is 3 miles away and stretches from Padstow to Bodmin Moor. The Eden Project is a 20 minute drive. There are picturesque villages, harbours and spectacular beaches all within half an hour by car including Padstow, Port Isaac and Newquay on the north coast and Par Sands, Fowey and Charlestown on the south. Aztec is away from busy road, yet is easily accessible, with the Midlands being only a 3 hours’ drive.
Please note: Wireless internet access is available in the clubhouse. Althoughpets are not allowed on site there are boarding kennels nearby offering B&Bfacilities www.rosetown.co.uk
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £467 to £1
Self catering accommodation in Pentire sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: Less than a ten minute walk from Fistral beach and with delightful views of the Gannel Estuary and National Trust land towards Crantock beach, this comfortable and spacious split level detached house is set on the hillside just half a mile from Pentire Headland. The house was architecturally designed in the 1970's and still retains the charm of the era. It is perfectly situated in a sheltered position on a south facing slope with lovely coastal walks nearby and just a mile from the harbour and town of Newquay.
Approached from the gated driveway where there is parking for 2 cars, a few steps lead down through the garden to the front door which opens to an entrance hallway at mid level and an adjacent twin bedroom overlooking the tree shaded lawn. From the hallway, a short flight of carpeted stairs leads up to a large open plan split level dining and living area. The bright and sunny sitting area has comfortable leather furniture. The lounge opens out through wide patio doors to a timber railed balcony. From here there are stunning views over the rear garden and the tidal estuary across to Crantock beach and the sea beyond. Also on this level is a well equipped fitted kitchen sharing the same marvellous views.
On the ground floor there is a shower room W.C. with hand basin, a bathroom W.C. with vanity basin and sunken bath. There are two further bedrooms; a twin bedded room and the master bedroom with a 5ft double and views of the River Gannel.
At the rear of the property, a pretty landscaped garden built into the hillside has a paved terrace with lovely views of the river Gannel as the tide ebbs and flows. There are several areas of lawn well screened with mature trees and shrubs. Beyond the gate at the bottom of the garden, a rough hillside path with a very steep descent leads to the water front where it is possible to swim when the tide is in – only for the more adventurous.
The nearest pub and local store are within a ten minute walk and for a wider choice of shops, pubs and restaurants Newquay is one mile. There are several excellent beaches nearby, including Crantock and Fistral with its fine golden sands and surfing centre which is the nearest about half a mile away. There is an abundance of visitor attractions in Newquay including a cinema, zoo, aquarium and waterworld leisure park. Riding stables, golf, a bowling alley and boating lake are all close by and a regular bus service operates to Newquay town and railway station. It is also within easy driving distance to Jamie Oliver's Fifteen at Watergate Bay and Rick Steins in Padstow.
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