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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 2
Weekly price range £250 to £400
Self catering accommodation in Busveal sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: Centrally located within a 20 minute drive from both the North and South Coasts offering an ideal touring base, this detached self-contained wooden cabin is set in tranquil countryside within the grounds of Little Hamlet Alpacas Rescue Centre.
Conveniently situated with easy road access for visiting the wonderful beaches and attractions that the whole county has to offer, this fully insulated and double-glazed property offers a unique and peaceful haven for couples, set well back from the owner’s home.
Approached from the parking area where there is space for one car, a gated path leads to a sheltered sitting out area which fronts Snuggledown with views over the 7 acre small holding containing alpacas and sheep. From here, patio doors lead directly into a pleasantly furnished open-plan living room with carpeted flooring, timber clad walls and ceiling and windows overlooking the south facing garden.
There is a comfortable leather settee and armchair facing a wall mounted electric living flame fire, a dining suite in the centre and a neatly fitted kitchen to one side incorporating a ceramic four ring hob and combination convection oven microwave and grill. At the rear is a screened bedroom area with a 5ft king-size bed and ample fitted wardrobes and an adjacent shower room W.C. with hand basin, electric shower and heated towel rail.
There are two oil filled electric radiators that provide enough warmth all year round and a private lawn has garden furniture where visitors can enjoy watching these curious animals up close in their enclosures. There is also shared access to a freezer and tumble dryer in a garden shed (charged at cost). The nearest village store/P.O is at St Day, 1 mile, and the nearest pub is in walking distance at Vogue ¾ mile away.
For a wider selection of local shops and a supermarket, Redruth is 2 miles away and the cathedral city of Truro just 9 miles. The North Coast beaches of Porthtowan and Portreath are 6 miles respectively yet the South Coast can also be reached in about 20 minutes where you will find the stunning beaches and maritime town of Falmouth.
The picturesque resort of St Ives with the Tate Gallery is just 30 minutes by car and there are also a plenitude of golf courses, houses and gardens to visit. The Mineral Tramway coast-to-coast cycle trail from Portreath to Devoran is within easy reach, as is Tehidy Country Park. Gwennap Pit is also less than half a mile where John Wesley once preached over 200 years ago.
For more information go to www.littlehamletalpacas.co.uk
  
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £329 to £681
Self catering accommodation in St Kew sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: Within a 15 minute drive of the golden sandy beaches of the Camel Estuary and only 4 miles from the fishing village of Port Isaac, this detached, double glazed stone and slate barn has been beautifully converted from a 400 year old corn mill.
This fascinating inverted barn conversion retaining parts of the original mill wheel is set in a large country garden offering total seclusion with lovely countryside views; Barley Moo is set below Pollingarrow Farm near the picturesque village of St Kew.
Approached by a narrow unmade lane and gated gravel driveway with parking for several cars, four steps lead up to a unique railed bridge and a couple of further steps continue up to the entrance at first floor level. The front door opens to a delightful oak floored sitting room with beams rising up to the apex of the roof, comfortable lounge seating and far reaching views across the fields from French Windows that open inwards with a Juliet balcony.
To one side is a fully fitted kitchen/diner with a low half-glazed door leading out to a timber railed balcony which extends around two sides of the mill with views of the surrounding unspoilt countryside. A cloakroom W.C. with hand basin completes the first floor accommodation.
Carpeted stairs lead down in one corner of the living room to a ground floor hallway with the original slate flagstones and two charming bedrooms each with an en-suite shower room W.C. with hand basin and heated towel rail. The master bedroom has a 5ft double bed and French Doors opening to a slate paved patio edged with granite rollers from the bygone days. The second bedroom has two single beds and a glazed door set beneath a lovely oak lintel leading out to a small terrace with trickling stream. There are wall mounted electric convector heaters in all rooms.
The grassy garden which surrounds the property is ideal for older children to let off steam however young children will require supervision as there are some changes in levels and the adjoining fields may contain livestock. The village of St Kew, just over half a mile away, has a quaint old pub offering good food and a pretty 15th century church. St Kew Highway has a pub, garage and mini market less than a 5 minute drive away.
There is also a 9-hole golf course with driving range and farm shop 1 mile away. For a wider selection of amenities, the market town of Wadebridge is 3 miles with a leisure centre, cinema and bicycle hire to explore The Camel Trail. The golden sandy beaches of Polzeath, Daymer Bay and Rock are all within easy driving distance, the latter also providing a foot ferry across the estuary to Padstow.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £338 to £763
Self catering accommodation in Coverack sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: Situated on the edge of the picturesque and historic fishing village of Coverack, along the east coast of the Lizard, this coastal double glazed apartment sits on the scenic Headland known as Chynhalls Point. Set in the beautiful landscaped gardens of what was formerly the Regal Headland Hotel, this stunning location benefits from its own small private beach set in a horseshoe bay accessed down a secluded footpath.
The apartment is furnished in a practical, contemporary style, with natural slate tiled floors and sea grass matting downstairs and stripped wooden floors with rugs upstairs. A stable door opens directly into a light and airy kitchen with dining table and chairs and beyond there is a comfortable living room with French doors leading to a small yet sheltered patio area which benefits from the afternoon sun and is a perfect spot for a morning coffee or a sun-downer.
Upstairs there is a large shower room W.C. with hand basin and three nicely furnished bedrooms; a double bedroom and a children's bunk bedded room at the rear with views of the communal grounds, and a further double on the seaward side with lovely views of the coastline and out to sea. There are wall mounted electric heaters in all bedrooms.
The extensive well maintained gardens have superb sea views, ponds and streams, and all weather tennis courts, however, dogs must be on a lead and young children will require supervision. There are two reserved parking spaces close to the accommodation and the main building has a laundry room and payphone.
Coverack, half a mile by road or a 10 minute walk down the hill by scenic footpath, has local shops, a gallery, pub, award-winning restaurants and a dog friendly tidal beach. There is also a windsurfing school and fishing trips departing from the attractive harbour. There are a host of attractions to suit all ages within easy reach, including the Seal Sanctuary, Roskillys Ice Cream Farm, Trelowarren Estate and gardens and Flambards Theme Park.
The accommodation is a comfortable base that is ideal all year round, whether it is to walk and explore the stunning coastal footpaths which stretch from the doorstep in either direction or to discover the hidden coves and quaint fishing villages of the Lizard Peninsula. The market town of Helston with shops and supermarkets is a 15 minute drive.
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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 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.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £359 to £798
Self catering accommodation in Treven sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: Just half a mile from Tintagel, famous for its myths and legends of King Arthur, and within a 5 minute drive of the sandy surfing beach at Trebarwith Strand, this freshly renovated link-detached cottage enjoys coastal views across the surrounding countryside towards the sea.
With parts of the property dating back to the 1600’s, the comfortable accommodation now furnished to a high standard with double glazing and central heating, still retains character with exposed beams, several changes in level and low doorways, hence the name ‘Duck Down’!
Approached from the driveway where there is parking for two cars, a gated path leads through the enclosed front garden to a slate roofed verandah which catches the morning sun, and from here the front door opens to a long hallway with a tiled floor. To one side, there is a warm and cosy beamed sitting room with lounge seating facing a wood burning stove set on the slate hearth.
A couple of steps continue down to a 2nd lounge/play room with a beamed ceiling and a sofa bed for alternative sleeping arrangements. At the rear, one step leads directly into a well equipped, farmhouse-style kitchen/dining room with slate flagstones, oak fitted units and dining suite and views of the garden and coastline beyond.
Carpeted stairs lead up from the hall to the first floor landing, three cottage style bedrooms, and a family bathroom W.C. with hand basin, corner bath and additional shower cubicle. There is a bunk bedded room with fine views towards the cliffs and sea, one step continues up to a twin bedroom with 3ft zip linked beds, and a doorway leads into the master bedroom with a 5ft king-sized bed and en-suite shower room W.C. with hand basin.
A door from the kitchen opens to the enclosed rear garden with a raised slate terrace and a couple of steps continue down to a small lawn and patio; there is also a shed available for storage of beachgear and a gate to the driveway.
The property is set in Treven, one of the seven parishes of Tintagel where there is a good selection of local shops, restaurants, museums and pubs all within easy walking distance as well as the dramatic coastal footpath and Tintagel Castle itself. Trebarwith, 1.5 miles, has a large area of sand and rocks revealed at low tide, and the picturesque harbour village of Boscastle is a 10 minute drive.
Bodmin Moor, the beaches on the Camel Estuary and The Camel Trail are within easy reach, whilst the larger towns of Bude, Camelford, Wadebridge, Bodmin and Launceston are all within a half hour car journey offering a wider range of facilities.
To read more about Duck Down Cottage, visit the website at www.duckdowncottage-tintagel.co.uk
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £357 to £767
Self catering accommodation in Gwithian sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: With views across unspoilt farmland towards St Ives Bay, this double glazed, single storey barn conversion is the end one of three and entered from the parking area via a wide front door which leads directly into a light and spacious open-plan living room with a quarry tiled floor.
The newly fitted modern kitchen / dining area is well equipped with views across the neighbouring fields towards the cliffs at Hells Mouth in the distance. The rest of the room comprises of a leather lounge suite next to a half glazed door that opens to a private patio with views over lovely countryside towards the sea at Carbis Bay. In one corner, a short hallway leads to a pine furnished twin bedded room, a double bedroom with an en-suite shower room W.C. with hand basin, and at the far end of the hall a family bathroom W.C. with bath and hand basin.
There is a shared lawn and barbecue area, which has stock proof fencing separating it from the adjacent fields. The accommodation is completely on one level making it suitable for a family with an elderly relative.
Please note: Towels available at £3 per person, per week payable on arrival.
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Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £291 to £756
Self catering accommodation in Lanner sleeps 5.
Accommodation overview: Centrally located just 7 miles from both the North and South Coasts offering an ideal touring base with easy access to explore the whole county, this delightful cottage is one of a pair recently converted from an old piggery.
Set in a rural valley to one side of Cosy Nook and the entrance of West Trevarth Farm, the property has been finished to a high standard with double glazing and centrally heated to provide a warm and comfortable haven all year round.
Entered from the tarmac parking area where there is ample space for three cars, a path leads to the front door which opens to an entrance hall with a quarry tiled floor, a ground floor twin bedded room and an adjacent shower room W.C. with hand basin and heated towel rail.
A door from the hallway leads to a light and spacious open-plan living room with rugs on the pine floor and views over the surrounding farmland. There is a smart fitted kitchen area with maple units, a dining suite, comfortable lounge seating facing an electric living flame fire, and French Windows that open to the patio and lawned garden.
Stairs from the hallway lead up to the first floor landing, a bathroom W.C. with wash basin, bath with hand shower attachment and heated towel rail, and two pleasantly furnished bedrooms with a 5ft double and a single bed respectively, both with Velux windows.
The villages of Lanner and Carharrack are both within a 5 minute drive and each have a local shop and pub, and Falmouth, with a choice of beaches and a wide selection of amenities is just 7 miles. The beaches at Porthtowan and Portreath on the north coast are both 6miles away, and the famous resorts of Newquay and St Ives are just a 30 minute drive respectively.
The Roseland Peninsula can be reached in 20 minutes via the King Harry Ferry, and there are watersports centres at Stithians Lake and Mylor Harbour. There is a golf course and indoor ski centre 5 miles away, riding stables close by and the Cornish Way Coast to Coast Cycle Trail is nearby with bicycle hire available from Bissoe Tramways.
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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.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £425 to £905
Self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: There are six eco lodges situated within the The Eco village and Howlek forms just one of a pair, arranged on one level and spacious accommodation to relax and escape from it all. With luxuries including a private hot tub, Howlek has been decorated and finished to a very high standard and provides perfect accommodation for couples.
This single storey property is accessed via a small gate and five steps up to the garden and patio, and the main entrance opens into a large and luxurious lounge/ kitchen/ diner which has been fully furnished with comfortable seating and wood burner. The compact dining area sits adjacent to the well equipped and modern fitted kitchen and the large French windows provide light that floods throughout the room. To one side of the lounge area, a doorway leads to a spacious double bedroom (5ft) with spacious en-suite bathroom, shower over the bath and WC.
Back in the main lounge/ kitchen/ diner, the large French windows provide access onto a patio outside with patio furniture, hot tub and outside shower with the addition of a small lawn. The property provides one parking space directly adjacent to the property with additional parking on site.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £345 to £805
Self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: Treath provides cosy and relaxed accommodation in one of two luxury holiday lodges situated within the Mawgan Porth Eco Village. Decorated and furnished to a high standard, the property forms one of a pair and is perfect for couples wishing to get away from it all.
The property which is arranged on one level is accessed via one steep step and a gate into the small garden area and the sliding doors open into a light and cosy living area with lounge seating and electric living flame fire. The lounge joins seamlessly with the kitchen/ dining area with 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. A glazed doorway leads from the bedroom into the rear lawned woodland area.
Back in the main lounge/ kitchen/ diner, the large French sliding windows provide access onto a patio outside with patio furniture with the addition of a small lawn. Treath provides one parking space nearby with additional parking on site.
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Sleeps 3
Weekly price range £311 to £564
Self catering accommodation in Trenale sleeps 3.
Accommodation overview: A charming single storey cottage taking its name from the Dippers that can be seen whilst walking in the Rocky Valley nearby.
There is a pleasant living room with a door to a south and west facing L-shaped patio garden benefiting from virtually all day sun. A gate opens to the paddock with views towards the sea.
The two bedrooms - a double and a single respectively - have panoramic views of the countryside and sea beyond. A bathroom W.C. has a shower over the bath and heated towel rail.
If a cot is required the maximum number of people that can be accommodated has to be reduced to two.
Please note: Towels are not available.
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