Dog-Friendly Holidays Cornwall
Discover Cornwall's coastal beauty on a dog-friendly getaway. From the rugged cliffs of Land's End to North Cornwall’s sandy beaches, this southwestern destination is the cream of the crop of the UK’s countryside. Explore historic castles, enjoy fresh seafood, and immerse yourself in Cornwall's unique culture—an ideal spot for any traveller and their four-legged companion.
Saint Issey, England
5.00Situated in a peaceful location, this single-storey barn conversion has been renovated to a high standard and has spectacular views across the Camel Estuary towards Padstow and Rock. Attached to another property, The Linhay features a half-acre enclosed garden surrounded by beautiful countryside, ideal for games and outdoor dining. The open-plan kitchen, dining-room and living room all enjoy views of the estuary. Ideally situated close to many of the tourist attractions this area has to offer, including Padstow, with its many interesting shops, array of pubs and restaurants and quaint harbour. From here visitors can hire a cycle and ride the Camel Trail where there is an abundance of wildlife. Shop 3 miles, pub 1½ miles.£111From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Portscatho, England 5.00Turnpike Cottage is a spacious, beautifully presented cottage with a wonderful, large, double aspect kitchen/dining area, three bedrooms, two reception rooms, and three bath/shower rooms. Outside is a sun terrace and on the other side of the quiet country road is a games room with table football and a small table tennis table, off street parking and a small private garden with seating area. The cottage is set in the delightful location of Gerrans Square, opposite the Royal Standard pub and Gerrans Church.
Turnpike Cottage is only a short, 5-minute walk down the hill to the pretty little harbour of Portscatho, where many artists have taken inspiration from the stunning location and superb light in the area. There are a number of delightful little galleries showcasing the work of various Cornish artists. The local public house is nestled in The Square and serves local ales and good pub grub all year round. Rosevine beach is dog friendly throughout the year and is just to the east of the village. It has beautiful golden sands and is over looked by the increasingly famous Hidden Hut. Before you visit, try and get on their social media page and acquire tickets to their special outdoor dining events. Beach 500 yards.£92From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Mawes, EnglandThe cottage abounds with nooks and crannies, has a well equipped, spacious kitchen/dining room, a cosy sitting room with electric wood burner, lovely bedrooms, under-floor heating on the ground floor and a roof terrace with garden furniture and BBQ. This really is both the perfect romantic hideaway for two or holiday home for the whole family.
Cobblestones really is in pole position, tucked away in a tranquil little courtyard a few paces from the heart of St Mawes with its beaches, restaurants, pubs and shops. St Mawes is one of the finest waterside villages in Cornwall. Situated overlooking an idyllic bay on the eastern side of the famous Falmouth Estuary, St Mawes has one of the mildest climates in Britain due to its proximity to the Gulf Stream. The sea is at the heart of the village and has helped to shape St Mawes from the little fishing village to the fashionable holiday destination that is so popular with visitors. A mecca for boating enthusiasts, St Mawes is a particularly popular sailing centre. Weekly club racing, village regattas and larger events are commonplace on the superb waters of the bay all through the summer. There are miles of coastal and countryside walks to take in and some idyllic beaches on which to relax and watch the world go by. Beach 350 yards. Pub within 1 mile.£78From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Columb Major, EnglandWelcome to Hobby Lodge, a stunning timber lodge nestling in beautiful woodland within easy access of the A30 main road through Cornwall. Beautifully constructed to a very high standard throughout, there is parking for 3 cars on your private driveway, a wonderful, spacious decking area with an array of garden furniture and purpose-built BBQ. The newly installed sunken hot tub is the perfect excuse to relax, recharge and re-energise, whilst a very useful outside shower is ideal after a day at the beach to wash away the sand from you, your surf boards and of course……your four-legged friends! The garden area is enclosed with solid wooden fencing and gate.
Inside you are greeted by an open plan living space with an impressive high ceiling. Clever, subtle lighting, stunning wood burning stove, TV, sumptuous corner sofa and two charming leather chairs make this a very welcoming room. The bespoke dining area has been recently created, with wooden table, a mixture of bench style seating and chairs. The kitchen has all the appliances you may need. Bedroom one has a gorgeous kingsize bed and en-suite shower cubicle. Bedroom two has a further kingsize bed, whilst bedroom three has twin beds. The family bathroom boasts a double walk-in shower.
Just minutes from iconic Padstow, with its many excellent restaurants that line the narrow streets. Home to TV chef Rick Stein’s foodie empire, this picturesque fishing village offers many attractions from the culinary to the outdoors. The Camel Trail, a flat 18-mile trail that hugs the shoreline of the Camel estuary and travels inland to the delightful market town of Wadebridge, before leading on to Bodmin and the surrounding moors, is an absolute must. You can hire a bike and cycle the trail, in part or all 18 miles - a firm favourite with locals and tourists.
Newquay, Polzeath, Mawgan Porth, Watergate Bay plus other hidden coves along this coastline provide some of the best surfing spots in the UK. Padstow harbour also has many day boats that provide fishing trips so you might catch your evening’s supper! This area of Cornwall has a plethora of wonderful days out, be it horse riding, surfing, sailing, diving, fine dining, golf and cycling……..the list is endless. And at the end of each adventure, return to Hobby Lodge, watch the sun go down, marvel at the starlit sky and dream of what tomorrow will bring.
This property can be booked together with Peregrine Lodge (UKC3709) to accommodate up to 12 guests.£103From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Portreath, EnglandThis fabulous holiday home rests in Illogan, Cornwall. Off-road parking. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. Portreath 1.7 miles; Camborne 3.8 miles; Truro 11.8 miles; St Ives 15.9 miles; Penzance 17 miles; Newquay 17.7 miles.£162From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Wadebridge, EnglandSpring Gardens Cottage itself is located next door to the owners’ bed and breakfast property in a courtyard setting. The courtyard is shared with the Owners’ property although there is a separate area for the cottage. The cottage has been fully refurbished in 2022 and retains a huge amount of character including a wonderful huge fireplace with a cosy wood burner.
Located right in the heart of Wadebridge, just a few moments walk from the shops, pubs and restaurants of Wadebridge, yet tucked away in a quiet courtyard setting, this recently refurbished Georgian cottage is a delightful place to stay. Wadebridge is a fantastic base on this stretch of the north Cornwall coast, as it is just a few miles from Padstow, Rock, Port Isaac and the spectacular north Cornish coast. The golden sand beaches at Polzeath and Daymer Bay are perfect for families.
The Royal Cornwall Show ground at Wadebridge hosts the county show every June, come rain or shine, opened each year by a member of the Royal Family. Cornish Farmers have had to diversify in recent years and so has the show, but they have kept their traditional roots with steam engines being shown next to the shiny new high-tech tractors. The National Trust have three properties nearby, Lanhydrock House, Trerice and Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps. Pencarrow House and gardens is also nearby. Spring Garden Cottage is just minutes from the famous Camel Trail - great for cycling, walking & birdwatching! Beach 7⅓ miles.£97From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Crackington Haven, EnglandGreat Trevillian Farm is a working sheep farm and offers a well-stocked carp lake for a spot of fishing, a children’s play area and the opportunity to feed Boris and Donald the Kune Kune pigs and pat the friendly ponies.
Tizzy Barn (CWC488161) is a beautiful barn conversion that boasts superb open plan living downstairs yet maintains a traditional feel. There is a cosy wood burner and comfy sofas which will make it a treat for a winter break. At the other end of the building is a set of French windows that open out into the enclosed patio garden. Upstairs the master bedroom has bi-fold doors to a Juliet balcony and an en-suite shower room. Ash Tree Cottage (CWC563734) is a pretty, stone cottage, converted from stables in 2003, there is an open plan living space, a warm and cosy bedroom, and a sun trap of a patio for al fresco dining or a glass of something cold while you plan your days ahead. Trebethis (CWC566710) has tiled floors, a beautiful granite fireplace made from three gateposts, exposed beams, including a massive ash beam that separates the kitchen from dining area, all combine to exude character in this superb barn conversion. Honeysuckle Cottage (CWC566741) has been converted from a 400 year old cart house. Inside you will find a bright and spacious open plan living area that welcomes you in, while both bedrooms are tastefully decorated and enhance the ambience. The property has been updated with a larger main bedroom with kingsize bed and a new bathroom with walk in shower. There are French doors that lead out onto a secluded patio garden, a perfect spot to soak up the Cornish air and sunshine, read a book or enjoy your favourite tipple. Mowhay Cottage (CWC566799) is beautifully presented, with vaulted ceilings, a heated tiled floor, a cosy wood burner, exposed beams and many other character features. The gardens at each property, although enclosed, will detain all but the most experienced dog escapologists.
Located a few miles inland from Crackington Haven which has pebbles and rock pools at the top of the beach but as the tide goes out a vast expanse of golden sand is exposed with some of the best surf on the north coast.
To the north is Widemouth bay and the bustling tourist town of Bude while to the west is the stunning and infamous village Boscastle, nestled in a steep valley where the river has cut a course through the steep cliffs to the sea. There are secluded coves, majestic views, wildlife and even a blowhole. Tintagel is 8 miles away and boasts a magnificent new footbridge to reach the castle on a single level and has made the journey to the headland significantly easier. Beach 5 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accomodate up to 26 guests.£72From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
EnglandThe barn itself is presented to the very highest of standards. Set out in reverse style, the first floor living space takes advantage of the high roof with exposed beams. The modern kitchen is immaculate. Large windows create an open airy feel and there is a cosy wood burning stove to keep you warm during the winter months. French doors open onto a balcony with steps down to the garden. The bedrooms are all on the ground floor. It is a fantastic place either for a family holiday or as a base for exploring this majestic area of coastline and creeks. Outside there is a tap and sink ideal for washing dogs and rinsing the sand away after a day on the beach with ample hanging area for wet suits and beach equipment under the wooden steps.
Skyber Lowen is tucked away in the hamlet of Kuggar on the eastern side of the stunning Lizard Peninsula, surrounded by beautiful coastline to the west and east and the Helford River to the north. There are numerous coastal and country walks to be enjoyed with much of the coastline being in the ownership of the National Trust.
Kuggar itself is typically quiet and peaceful and has a couple of campsites and small bars which, along with the rest of Cornwall, become livelier in the peak of summer season with some live music. There is a shop and a Post Office in nearby Ruan Minor. The golden sands at Kennack are a three minute drive or a 15 minute walk from the property and dog-friendly all year, with some restrictions during July and August. The picturesque villages of Cadgwith and Coverack are nearby with the amazing Kynance Cove just a short distance by car. Beach ¾ miles.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Perranporth, EnglandSpringtide is wonderfully located right by the beach and sand dunes of Holywell Bay. It has a superb open plan living/dining room with two large sliding doors which open onto the sun deck to enhance some al fresco living. The kitchen also has door leading to the outdoor space and a Quooker tap. There is a master double bedroom and twin bedroom downstairs with a second twin bedroom up the steep spiral staircase which has some lovely views towards the sea.
The beach, beautiful views, surfing, golf, horse riding, sand dunes, rock pools and plenty of walks right on the doorstep, this property is ideal for a family summer holiday or a winter escape for a couple or small group of friends. Nearby is the bustling resort of Newquay. These days Newquay’s excellent surfing waters are the towns main industry, whereas it once used to be a major export port for the counties mining efforts as well as a north coast port for pilchard fisheries. Fistral Beach holds many surfing competition as is both the Women’s and Mens Gig Championships are held here, as well as surf and lifesaving events. Newquay Zoo now houses 130 different species in subtropical gardens in the centre of the town. Beach ½ mile.£93From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hayle, EnglandSunny Corner Cottage is a quaint little cottage with an enclosed decked area that is a complete sun trap during the summer, perfect for dining al fresco! The living room has an open fire to make those wintery evenings all the cosier. A well-equipped kitchen makes whipping up holiday feasts a breeze. Upstairs, the three bedrooms are roomy, bright, and tastefully decorated, two double rooms and one twin room means there’s plenty of space for the whole family. Sunny Corner is going to be a popular destination with all.
Hayle is a fantastic location with miles of glorious golden sands. There are lifeguard patrolled (during high season) beaches on your doorstep. There is some great countryside to explore near here, but a highlight is the stunning coastal road between St Ives and St Just where the moorland meets the sea - wild and dramatic!
If you take the train to St Ives, the line hugs the coast and the views are quite beautiful and the ability to leave your car behind means you can enjoy the fantastic restaurants. Both the north and south coasts are easily accessible, making it an ideal location for those looking to take advantage of the great surfing spots available in this part of Cornwall. Take your pick, depending on the conditions! Hayle Beach is a short walk across the main road from the cottage and is a pleasant stroll, great for walking, running, cycling or for dogs and you will often see lots of interesting birds that visit the estuary at different times of year which may include egrets, cormorants, swans, ducks and flocks of Canada geese. Beach 1½ miles.£64From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
