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.
Coverack, EnglandRefurbished in 2018, and set on the unspoilt Lizard Peninsula, this hoilday property forms part of a former fine Edwardian hotel. It enjoys an outstanding location on Chynhalls Point, with magnificent views out to sea. Amid large, attractive gardens and grounds, the complex enjoys its own sandy beach and outdoor tennis court. You can enjoy wonderful coastal walks in this beautiful, peaceful area which is protected by the National Trust. A path leads down to the fishing village of Coverack, with its shops, restaurant and pub. Here you can enjoy sandy and shingle beaches, deep sea fishing and windsurfing lessons, all within ½ mile. Visit Roskillys Farm, famed for their cream and ice cream, or visit Goonhilly satellite station, 3 miles. The Mullion 18-hole golf course is 9 miles away, and there are plenty of coves and beaches within easy reach. An excellent site for bird watching and rare wild flowers. The apartments have been superbly converted to provide a good standard of holiday accommodation, with the properties having spectacular sea views, they are ideal for couples and families alike. This is a well-placed holiday base from which to explore. Pub within 1 mile.£72From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Praa Sands, EnglandThis spacious detached end of road holiday property provides breathtaking views across the mile long south west facing golden sands of Praa Sands and out to Mount Bay. The large flat patio area is ideal for relaxing after an enjoyable day. Up a steep slope, the smaller upper patio has further breathtaking views. Access to the beautiful sandy beach with surf school and summer lifeguard patrol, and the scenic coastal pathway is down a small path a few yards away. This is truly a wonderful location for a great family holiday whatever the time of year. From this central location a short drive will take you to the golf course, Flambards at Helston, sailing at Newlyn and restaurants in Porthleven. Cornwall’s oldest charter town of Marazion overlooks the 12th century St Michael’s Mount (NT) accessed by a romantic causeway walk at low tide. Travelling on further south one will enter another world, the beautiful Lizard Peninsula. Almost untouched, it is flush with rare wild flowers, unspoilt fishing villages and sheltered beaches. It is home to the massive serpentine stacks of Kynance Cove and caves at low tide and the secret location of the real Frenchman’s Creek. The Lizard village offers craft shops, art galleries, cafes and inns clustered around the village green. A walk to the lighthouse, lifeboat station and mainland Britain’s most southerly point is a must. Also close by is the ancient coinage town of Helston famous for its Furry Dance held in May each year. Shops and pub ¼ mile.£205From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Penelewey, EnglandThe Old Smithy is a deceptively spacious and very comfortable detached holiday property, sitting in the gorgeous hamlet of Penelewey on the outskirts of Feock, in a prestigious creek side location. The area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty with woodland and rural views. The cathedral city of Truro with theatre, cinema, great shopping, and an abundance of restaurants, cafés and bars is a 5-minute drive.
The cottage is on the road to the King Harry ferry, linking Feock to the Roseland Peninsula. Visit St Mawes with Henry VII Castle overlooking Carrick Roads, the famous Fal River and Estuary, and Pendennis Castle which is on the Falmouth Peninsula. Falmouth, The National Maritime Museum, is just a short 15-minute drive with its busy port and harbour, bustling marinas, and is host to numerous prestigious sailing and yachting events. Foodies love Falmouth, as it is home to many famous fish restaurants, great bars and cafés dotted along the marina. Events Square has many alfresco dining areas and stages high profile events throughout the year.
Take one of the ferries or water taxis to visit St Mawes, Flushing or the picturesque Helford River. Go on a wildlife safari to watch dolphins, basking sharks, seals and an abundance of marine wildlife. The area is great for golfers, walkers, sailors, water sports enthusiasts, or those seeking a relaxing holiday, soaking up some of Cornwall’s best beaches, including the award-winning Gyllyngvase Beach at Falmouth.
The Old Smithy is perfectly located for exploring many hidden delights, including Loe Beach, ideal for kayaking, canoeing and sailing. The area boasts some of the UK’s best sub-tropical gardens, including Trelissick Gardens, which is just a mile down the road, or Trebah and Durgan, which are located close to the Helford River. The Eden Project and The Lost Gardens of Heligan are also within easy driving distance.
There is a quintessential English pub just a short stroll away, which serves excellent local food and ale. The nearby creek side village of Devoran also offers great pubs and restaurants. The famous cycle trail runs from Devoran on the south coast to Portreath on the north coast. Bike hire is available locally. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 500 yards.£128From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St. Austell, EnglandSpacious three bedroom house in quiet area of Gorran Haven, short walk to the popular village centre and beach. Beautiful family garden and large balcony adjoining master bedroom with far-reaching views. Mevagissey 3 miles.£89From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Woodford, EnglandThis delightful thatched cottage near Woodford, County Galway, sleeps six people in three bedrooms.
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Stratton, EnglandThatchings is the perfect example of a quintessentially English chocolate box cottage and is located in an ideal position for discovering all that North Cornwall has to offer. Within walking distance, there are two excellent pubs, one being located just across the road from the cottage and the other just 2 minutes away, both serve fine local ales and home cooked food. There are also various general stores too for you to pick up any needed supplies. If it’s the beach you want with miles of sand, swimming and surf, then you’ll be spoiled for choice. Much of the coastline in this area is owned by the National Trust and is a haven for wildlife, providing fabulous walking opportunities. There are many pretty coves and inlets to discover within a short drive including Crackington Haven, Boscastle, Morwenstow and stunning Tintagel, inextricably linked to the legend of King Arthur.
Further afield, the fishing port of Padstow is a popular tourist destination. Bude is a fabulous coastal town that once visited, you will want to come back to time and time again. Bude has something for everyone including great beaches for relaxing and building sandcastles on, rockpools for investigating at low tide and cafés to watch it all from. The rolling waves are great for surfing all year round and the footpaths by the restored canal or on the South West Coast Path offer you a superb opportunity to explore and appreciate the outstanding countryside. Bude also has a superb golf course, indoor swimming pool, bowling alley/indoor play area and a heritage centre at Bude Castle. It also has a good selection of local shops, supermarkets, cafés, pubs, restaurants and an excellent information centre.
Thatchings is also perfectly located for you to discover the many natural delights that North Devon has to offer such as Exmoor National Park with its magical night skies in Europe’s first ’Dark Sky Reserve’, the many rugged coastal towns and quaint villages such as Hartland, Lynton & Lynmouth, Ilfracombe and the world-famous Clovelly Village with their awe-inspiring scenery and there are plenty of family-oriented places to visit including Exmoor Zoo, Milky Way Adventure Park, The Big Sheep farm-themed park and many others. If Bude’s beaches aren’t enough for you then North Devon will leave you spoilt for choice with Saunton, Woolacombe, Croyde and Westward Ho! beaches – some of the best in the country!
Beach 2 miles.£75From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Gorran Haven, EnglandA welcoming three-bedroom barn conversion situated on Treveague Farm in Gorran Haven, Cornwall. Near a beach. Pet-friendly. En-suite bedrooms. Mevagissey 3.4 miles.£146From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Mawgan, EnglandBarn Cottage is a delightful barn conversion with three bedrooms accommodating up to six people. The property is located in the beautiful village of St. Mawgan which boasts a well-known pub with lovely beer garden, village shop and tea room offering freshly made snacks. There is even a picturesque Japanese garden and Bonsai tree nursery which is well worth a visit.
The property is only a picturesque 25-minute walk away from the family friendly Mawgan Porth Beach, which has surfing facilities and is home to the famous Scarlet Hotel. St Mawgan is an ideal base to explore the surrounding area. Newquay, famous for its sandy beaches, water sports and bustling town, is only a 15-minute drive away. Rick Stein’s sea food restaurant is also within easy reach, located in Padstow a mere 15-minute drive away.
There really is so much on offer in the area from golf courses, cliff top walks and rock pools to visiting Newquay Zoo and the Eden Project. Of course, you can choose to do as much or as little as possible, safe in the knowledge that at the end of the day you can relax in comfort at Barn Cottage.
This property welcomes families. It provides children’s cutlery, a travel cot, highchair, a stairgate, baby step and bunk beds. For bookings during the festive season, a Christmas tree, decorations, lights and a welcome pack containing local mulled apple juice, festive chocolate and mince pies is provided. Guests are treated on arrival to a wonderful welcome pack full of local Cornish produce including apple juice, chocolate and biscuits.£94From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- St Columb Major, EnglandAsh Lodge is a brilliantly spacious and bright three bedroom lodge, refurbished in 2019 and set within the family friendly Retallack Resort. This welcoming lodge is set in a wonderful location, whether you want to relax in stunning rural Cornwall or visit the famous coastline nearby.
When you step inside, you’ll be greeted by a large open plan living, kitchen and dining area which becomes flooded with natural light. Whether you want to prepare a delicious home cooked meal for the family, gather around the table or relax in front of the TV with a good film, this is the most inviting space. Ash Lodge also has three cosy bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an additional living and dining area on the first floor which opens out onto a delightful private balcony.
From the living area you can step through the sliding doors onto your own private, decked terrace. On a sunny day you can sit on the comfy chairs, sheltered under the parasol and enjoy a glass of wine or a bite to eat. There’s even a barbecue provided for those summer festivities.
If you don’t fancy venturing too far away from the lodge, there’s plenty on your doorstep to keep you occupied. On-site you’ll find a restaurant and bar, pitch and putt, tennis court and for the adventurous, the Flow Rider wave machine. To see more of the stunning beauty that Cornwall has to offer, you won’t have to travel far to reach picturesque Padstow and its fantastic restaurants.
Ash Lodge has a whole list of doggy extras to make your four-legged friend feel as welcome as you do.
Ash Lodge can be booked together with Beech Lodge (ref BCRETBEE) and Cedar Lodge (ref BCRETCED) to accommodate up to 22 guests.£87From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Newquay, EnglandBredon Court occupies a desirable and central location within Newquay. The apartments have stunning sea views to Fistral Bay and the headland while Newquay Golf Course is literally on your doorstep. The harbour and town centre of Newquay are within a short walk.
50 Bredon Court is a first floor apartment with stunning views from inside the flat and from the balcony. These views stretch past Newquay Golf Course, down to Fistral Beach and out to sea - just relax and enjoy the sunset! The contemporary stylish interior runs throughout the property and comes fully equipped with all the home comforts and added luxuries such as a kingsize bed and video entry phone systems for peace of mind. The decked balcony is the perfect location for dining al fresco as the sun sets over the dramatic coastline.
Newquay’s premier surfing beach, Fistral, is just a short stroll from your doorstep whilst the Gannel Estuary is also nearby and offers fantastic walks along the breathtaking Atlantic coast and is ideal for fishing, bird watching, picnicking or simply relaxing.
Whilst in the area, why not enjoy a round at one of the finest links courses in the South West, Newquay Golf Course, which is located right next to Bredon Court. For those looking for an adrenaline rush, a visit to the Lusty Glaze Adventure Centre is a must, where activities on offer include rock climbing, abseiling and coasteering.
Newquay is also an ideal base for exploring the rest of Cornwall by car with both north and south coast attractions, such as the Eden Project, within an hour’s drive.
After an exhausting day of surfing or exploring, it’s time to satisfy the taste buds and with an excellent choice of food on offer, from beach front cafés to continental style brassieres, there really are gastronomic options to suit all occasions and tastes. For a special treat, head to one of the exclusive restaurants in the area and indulge in some of the finest decadent delights the South West has to offer.£86From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
