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.£78From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Downderry, EnglandThe quaint little village of Downderry, nestling along the South Cornwall coast, is the home to this beautiful cottage, lovingly restored over time and offering stylish comfort for six guests. Dating back to the 18th century, this white walled haven has a charming sunroom to the front of the property, leading to the entrance hall. The perfectly proportioned living room, with elegant décor, beamed ceiling, inviting sofas you just want to sink into, 50-inch TV and real open fire, set within an impressive granite surround, is ideal for that cosy evening when it is a little chilly outside. Doors open onto the dining room, with a solid wooden table and chairs, and abundance of natural light. The kitchen has all you need with a leisure range and real cottage feel. A utility room complete with washing machine and useful fridge completes the ground floor.
Venture upstairs where three bedrooms await you, each with great attention to detail. The first a delightful room with double-size bed, en-suite shower room and sea views. A second bedroom with king bed and TV also has sea views whilst the third, a twin room and of course those wonderful views! There is a family bathroom with bath and shower over too. The garden is a real ‘double’ gem. providing an area with table and chairs and a fine place to sit for morning coffee as the world passes by. Follow then the flight of Cornish stone steps up to a magical, private decking area, with table and chairs, spectacular views to sea and loungers to lay back and soak up the sun, just relax and recharge! The sunsets are breath-taking, and this is the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of wine perhaps as the day draws to a close. There is a single garage adjacent to the cottage for guest’s use.
Downderry is perfect for families wanting to explore this picturesque part of the rugged Cornish coastline with its coves and beaches, the nearest of which has many rockpools just waiting to be explored (for children of all ages!). A village general store, restaurant and pub are all within walking distance, whilst a few minutes’ drive takes you to Seaton, with its own beach and cafés and very own Country Park.
Slightly further away, discover Looe and its stunning harbour, and ancient Polperro, with its historic links to smuggling, wrecking and a plethora of tales. Beach 170 yards.£136From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Agnes, EnglandFour Burrows Bungalow is a beautiful bungalow, built in 2020 and finished to a high standard. It has been decorated attractively, and is light and spacious throughout.
You will be just a short drive away from Perranporth with its 3½ miles of sandy beaches with dunes, and its variety of pubs and restaurants. Newquay, which is home to the world-famous Fistral Beach is also a few miles away, with family beaches, shops, bars, and restaurants. There are surf schools nearby so you can try your hand at this exhilarating sport, and you can also walk along the South West Coastal Path with its stunning views.
Situated just 12 minutes from Cornwall’s capital Truro, the only city in the county, it has everything you would expect from a modern city including great shopping, lots of entertainment as well as a blossoming food and drink scene. With a four-screen cinema, art galleries, the impressive Royal Cornwall Museum, The Hall for Cornwall that hosts wonderful theatre productions and shows, and the iconic and remarkable cathedral that stands proudly in the centre of the city. You will never be short of activities, places, and buildings to explore, for adults and children alike. Should you wish to venture further afield you are in the perfect central location to explore by car. Falmouth is also a short drive away and worth a visit. The area has many beautiful sub-tropical gardens including Trebah, Glendurgan, and Trelissick. Padstow, St Ives, Looe, Polperro, and Port Isaac are all within easy reach by car, as well as the world-famous Eden Project and The Lost Gardens of Heligan.
Beautiful beaches on both the south and north coasts, fishing villages, coastal walks, cycling, fishing, golf, and a plethora of National Trust properties are all on the doorstep of this delightful bungalow. It really is the perfect location for exploring this stunning county, there really is just so much to see and do. At the end of the day, you can relax and unwind on the patio area overlooking unspoilt Cornish countryside. Please note the property is near a main road. Beach 5 miles.£68From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mevagissey, EnglandWelcome to Windmills; a truly stunning cottage set within a secluded coastal location close to the beautiful fishing port of Mevagissey. Once parked, walk up to your door with its charming gold seahorse door knocker.
Inside, all is revealed, a superb open-plan living space, with hand-crafted fixtures and fittings throughout. The kitchen is well-equipped, bright, and spacious with its own breakfast bar. The dining area accommodates six guests with ease whilst the living room has quality soft furnishings and sumptuous seating, a lovely wood burner for those chilly evenings, and a generous-sized TV. There is a useful utility room with a washing machine too. The stairs with their stylish black and white banisters lead up to the first floor from where the views become even more impressive. All three bedrooms offer en-suite facilities and underfloor heating; bedroom one has a king-size bed, TV, walk-in shower, and, oh, those sea views! Bedroom two, with its charming mint green colour scheme, has a kingsize zip and link facility, sea views, a quirky sun-funnel, and a walk-in shower. The third bedroom is quite delightful in subtle pink hues, with a double bed, shower, and superb hand-made vanity units. Venture outside and you will find a secluded space with garden furniture, ideal for morning coffee before you set off!
The hot tub is in an idyllic setting with room for eight guests, and offers a wondrous view towards Mevagissey harbour. Then, of course, you have your own sympathetically restored railway carriage! With super lighting and electric sockets. You can take a ferry from Mevagissey to Fowey, an ancient port set within beautiful surroundings and full of charm. Visit St Austell, a town with many amenities and visible links to the once-thriving mining industry here.
The Wheal Martyn Museum is well worth a visit, whilst the world-renowned Eden Project is a short drive away; here huge Biomes protect the world’s largest indoor rainforest and so much more besides! Wherever your adventures take you, you are truly spoilt for choice and at the day’s end, retire home to Windmills, an unforgettable and very special place. Beach 2 miles.£220From 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.£114From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mevagissey, EnglandSituated in the village of Grampound, Bluebell Barn is a stunning barn conversion with an open plan living space ideal for families to enjoy. With a fully equipped modern kitchen, dining space and cosy living room area this property caters for up to six people in amazing comfort.
Upstairs are three bedrooms and the family bathroom. The master bedroom has a kingsize bed and en-suite bathroom with shower. The second bedroom houses a double bed and the third with a child friendly set of bunk beds and a Smart TV to keep younger guests entertained. The well-appointed family bathroom has a shower over bath. On the ground floor is an additional WC as well as a utility room with a washing machine, tumble dryer and microwave. To the front of the property is a courtyard garden that has plenty of furniture for alfresco gatherings and meals. Cosy up around the firepit when the nights draw in. There is also a garage available for storage of bikes and surfboards etc. Bluebell Barn is also happy to accept one well behaved dog.
Grampound sits almost equally between the city of Truro and the town of St Austell. The famous Eden Project is only 10 miles away and Lost Gardens of Heligan just 5 miles. From here you can explore the fabulous Roseland Peninsula and a host of picturesque villages and beaches. Pentewan beach is 6 miles away or travel past there onto the fishing village of Mevagissey with its working harbour, shops, and places to eat. The local pub is just across the road from the barn and provides good food and a warm welcome. Beach 6 miles. Pub and restaurant 300 yards.£64From 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.£102From 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.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
