Dog-Friendly Holidays Cornwall

Rose da Mar is a superb property with impressive views of St Just Creek and beyond across the waters of the Carrick Roads, where the sun sets creating a perfect environment for evening barbecues and whiling the hours away enjoying the ever-changing vista. The accommodation is immaculately presented and lovingly decorated throughout.
The cosy living room with wood burner creates a relaxing space even in colder months. The kitchen/dining room is great for gathering as a family and enjoying a holiday feast. With a single bedroom downstairs and three further bedrooms on the first floor there is plenty of space to spread out. Upstairs the master bedroom has a kingsize bed, its own en-suite shower room, and a private balcony where you can relax with a glass of wine and enjoy the stunning views. The family bathroom is also found on the first floor. There are dozens of fantastic walks on your doorstep, and as a dog-friendly property, even your furry friends are ensured a fabulous holiday.
The harbour village of St Mawes is two miles to the south, and there are some delightful beaches nearby, the whole of the Roseland Peninsula, including a myriad of beautiful beaches, secluded coves, traditional fishing villages and excellent coastal walks are right on your doorstep. At St Just Creek there is a stone beach, boatyard and boat launching point which is a 10-minute walk or a 3-minute drive away. A visit to the pretty churchyard at St Just should not be missed during your stay. Surrounded by sub-tropical gardens and nestled on the edge of the creek, there has been a place of worship here since the sixth century and there are fewer more peaceful places in the country. The recent addition of a tearoom just above the church is well worth a stop for sustenance, a cream tea or cake as you negotiate the steep hill back up to Rose Da Mar. Beach 3 miles.

Spindrift is a five bedroom house with commanding views across to St Anthony’s Head and The Lizard. The open plan kitchen, living and dining area has large picture windows with wonderful views of the seascape. There is a door off the living room to the balcony/patio area with table and chairs for al fresco dining. The kitchen is well equipped with hob, oven, dishwasher, large larder fridge, microwave and pantry. There is a large utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer. On the ground floor are three of the bedrooms. The master bedroom with super sea views has a kingsize bed. There is a single bedroom with sea views and a double bedroom with dual aspect windows providing great sea views. Also on the ground floor is the wet room with under floor heating and toilet. Two separate toilets completes the ground floor accommodation. A short flight of stairs to the first floor there are two bedrooms a twin and a single sharing a Jack and Jill bathroom with shower over bath. Patio doors lead out on to a patio. There is a beautifully stocked large sloping garden and a patio area with an ornamental garden and pond feature. There is a relatively steep path from the garden down to Lower Castle Road providing easy access to the Tresanton Tavern Beach and the rest of the village.

Pencuil is a large spacious property in secluded (but not fully enclosed) gardens with fine views of the River Percuil and boat moorings, only a few minutes walk from the centre of St Mawes, Summers beach and the boatyards on the River Percuil. The garden is not fully enclosed.
The entrance hall takes you into the tiled hall that leads through to the en-suite kingsize bedroom, there is a family bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. The dining room has a parquet floor and views to Gerrans, utility room with washing machine and separate toilet. The large and spacious kitchen/dining room is also off the hall and has a tiled floor AGA with double electric oven and patio doors to the garden with garden furniture and views of the River Percuil and boat moorings. Stairs to the first floor give access to a large landing with settee, the master kingsize bedroom has en-suite bathroom and river views, there is also a twin bedroom and separate toilet. The large living room is also on this floor and has fine elevated views of the river and boat moorings along with Sky HD TV, music centre and a large range of leather furniture. Pencuil is a warm and comfortable family home at all times of the year.

The house itself is a spacious and elegant detached home that has been recently acquired by the owners, who have spent considerable time and energy creating a truly memorable holiday home. Whether you are looking for a week-long holiday or short breaks, Rosevean House is the place for you! The garden is extensive, and the house is set out over two main floors and various levels. There are four bedrooms- two of the double bedrooms take in fantastic views of the bay. There is also a first-floor balcony accessed from the master bedroom with even better views. The living space at Rosevean is simply superb, with a mezzanine living room alongside the fully fitted kitchen with a walk-in larder. There is then a further sitting room on a lower level with access to the delightful patio with incredible views. We don’t think you can find any location better in Cornwall.
Rosevean House has probably the finest view of any house in St Mawes. Situated in an elevated position over the harbour, the house has incredible views taking in the whole of the bay from the harbour to Place Manor and everything in between, including St Mawes Castle! The house is just a short walk from St Mawes Harbour via a pathway and short steep hill. It is also just a few minutes’ walk to Summers Beach.
St Mawes has so much to offer the visitor. St Mawes Castle was built by Henry VIII and is a splendid place to take in the views of the Carrick Roads. 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. The little Place Ferry takes visitors to explore St Anthony’s Head or there are regular ferries to Falmouth. Being situated on the seafront, the village is also known for the restaurants and pubs that serve superb fish and shellfish dishes all year round. Beach 705 yards.

Cobblestones has some of the best panoramic views in St Mawes, being situated in the exclusive western end of the village close to the castle built by Henry VIII in the 1540s. Cobblestones is reverse level with the main entrance on the same level as the main bedrooms and living area; south facing, with a full width balcony, heated swimming pool (available June to end of August) with permanent safety cover, large garden, plenty of parking and all within walking distance of the village. This is a fantastic property for larger groups and families. the best feature of Cobblestones is, without a doubt, the incredible views. Watch the world go by with yachts, power boats and ferries constantly traversing the vista and occasional shipping movements in Falmouth Bay or heading up the river to the commercial port.
Cobblestones is a 5-minute walk from the pretty harbour area of St Mawes and is one of Cornwall’s most desirable holiday destinations and the stunning harbour, surrounded by lovely local shops, restaurants, bars and hotels is a constant bustle of vibrancy during the season. There are ferry links from the harbour to St Anthony, Falmouth, Trelissick and Malpas. During the winter it is a quiet, peaceful village that rarely sees frosts or snow. St Mawes Castle was built by Henry VIII and is a splendid place to take in the views of the Carrick Roads. There are miles of coastal and countryside walks to take in and some idyllic beaches on which to relax. Beach 2 miles.

The 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.

Brigids Patch was completely refurbished during the winter of 2009 and is a wonderful three bedroom holiday home. Deceptively spacious, sea views and an extensive south facing private garden with a delightful deck & terrace. Ideal for families or small groups of friends, but not too large that a couple would feel uncomfortable staying here. The property is private and therefore offers a great retreat whilst being within walking distance of all the facilities of the village. With an open fireplace, double glazing and central heating, Brigids Patch is also a fine place to stay during the winter. With its elevated position overlooking Summers Beach and the Percuil River, views toward the St Anthony’s Lighthouse and the Lizard, its extensive private gardens and delightful south facing terrace, Brigids Patch is one of the prime self-catering holiday homes of St Mawes.
There are some fine walks to be had from the property. Walk to St Just in Roseland and its delightful church and cemetery. You can easily reach the start of the footpath from Brigids Patch which descends and joins the coastal path north for about 45 minutes to St Just Creek. It is an 8–10-minute walk down to the St Mawes harbour area with its good range of facilities including butcher, baker, chemist, store, post office and pubs. It is no more than a 2-minute walk to the famous Lamorran Gardens or 5 minutes to St Mawes Castle and views over the spectacular Carrick Roads.
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. St Mawes Castle was built by Henry VIII and is a splendid place to take in the views of the Carrick Roads. 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 2 miles.

Beautiful views along the Cornish coast greet visitors to this single-storey, light and spacious property. The property features a split level, open plan living and dining area, each with bi-fold doors opening out onto patio areas, affording stunning sea views, with gardens front and back. Dog friendly, this is the perfect place from which to explore this unique part of Cornwall.
The house is tastefully furnished and comfortable all year round with a wood burner and central heating. Standing on the headland above the picturesque village of Port Gaverne, the house is a few steps from the north Cornwall coastal path. The beach at Port Gaverne is a 6-7 minute walk away and a little further is Port Isaac, with its huddle of slate houses and narrow alleyways.
The state-of-the-art kitchen is great for catering and cooking the fresh local produce. There are two excellent fish shops in Port Isaac that sell their daily catch of fish and shellfish; specialities are crab and lobster.
Local lamb, beef and pork are all available at the nearby farm shop, which has wonderful views overlooking the sea.
Famous now as the setting for the TV series ’Doc Martin’, Port Isaac is a working fishing village with shops, bars and several top-quality restaurants.
This area is now renowned as a ’foodie paradise’, with several celebrity chefs located here and the area is very well served by a whole variety of dining places to fit every pocket.
Close by is a hotel and next door is a bistro, which has indoor and outdoor dining. There are two Michelin starred restaurants in Port Isaac run by Nathan Outlaw. Nearby in Padstow is Paul Ainsworth’s Michelin starred restaurant and he has a great pub too. Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant and Cookery School are in Padstow. Rick Stein also has a number of other restaurants with varying price ranges.
This is an ideal spot for those who enjoy coastal walks, bird watching, golf, fishing, surfing, sailing, kayaking, cycling or just lazing on the beach. Polzeath’s famous surf attracts all comers, and its glorious sandy beach is just a short drive away. The cliffs, caves and rock pools are a children’s paradise.
Within an easy drive are Padstow, Tintagel, Boscastle, Bude and Wadebridge.
Wadebridge hosts one end of the Camel Trail, with a 5-mile dedicated cycle ride to Padstow on the old railway track, alongside the picturesque Camel Estuary. To the north stands Tintagel’s medieval castle and the quaint fishing village of Boscastle, with Crackington Haven and Bude a little further on. Inland lies Jamaica Inn and Bodmin Moor, the setting for the ’Poldark’ stories.
A few minutes’ walk away is a water sports centre, Cornish Rock Tors, based on the beach at Port Gaverne. They offer kayaking, paddle boarding and coasteering for individuals and groups. Polzeath’s famous surf attracts all comers, and its glorious sandy beach is just a short drive away. Water sports can be enjoyed at Rock, from where a passenger ferry crosses the Camel Estuary to the town of Padstow. Daymer Bay has another glorious sandy beach, and the golf course at St Enodoc is open to the public. John Betjeman, the late Poet Laureate, is buried at St Enodoc Church, with its twisted spire.
An ideal location. Dog friendly, this is the perfect setting for families to have fun and explore this unique part of Cornwall. Shop, pub, and restaurant nearby.

Enjoying uninterrupted views of the award-winning Mawgan Porth beach, this fantastic beach house is surrounded by a third of an acre of beautifully kept gardens with a large, sea facing, sun trap decking area, overlooking gently sloping lawns and a pretty stream that trickles down to the sea below. Solar panels help heat the house and water while providing free electrical car charging for our guests’ electric vehicle.

Over the past year (2022), the house has been renovated to the highest standards by one of the country’s leading interior designers and offers plenty of living space all benefitting from exceptional sea views and floor to ceiling sliding doors leading to a large decking area. The large circular fireplace makes for cosy evenings during the Autumn and Winter months. The brand-new handmade kitchen is well supplied with all creature comforts from a juicer to a selection of coffee machines, including a Nespresso. A door leads into a separate TV room with a big corner sofa, both with fabulous sea views and door to the terrace. Three ground floor bedrooms, ome with chandelier, two with those stunning views. A beautiful glass and oak staircase leads from the entrance hall up to the first floor where you will find three more bedrooms; a double bedroom with en-suite shower room; a large twin bedroom with large en-suite shower room, and one with a TV and sofa bed which enjoys the best views of all.

The beach is just a 5-minute walk away from the garden gate. Off the drive, there is a lawned area and to the side of the house a heated outdoor shower for when you return from the beach. The equipment store has a range of children’s wetsuits and storage for boards. Once cleaned off, you can luxuriate in the state-of-the-art Aspen and Spruce spa with a sauna, experiential shower plus cold water bucket for the brave. Situated mid-way between Padstow and Newquay, Mawgan Porth offers you a beautiful west facing beach, stunning scenery, wondrous walks, superb surfing, an amazing variety of restaurants to suit everyone’s taste and pocket, including a cosy pub, seafood restaurant, cafés, and takeaways all within walking distance of Blue Seas. Beach less than a 5 minute walk.