Dog-Friendly Holidays Cornwall

Welcome to Chy An Littleton, a beautiful 19th-century country house in the charming east Cornish village of Tideford. The stunning Tamar Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is nearby, whilst the sheer beauty of Dartmoor and mystical and atmospheric Bodmin Moor are both a short drive away. To the south, just 6 miles distant, explore the family-friendly beach at Seaton, with its delightful country park, or Downderry with its endless rockpools. To the east, the small fishing village of Portwrinkle awaits, with its Finnygook beach, a favourite for surfers. The harbour town of Looe, with its narrow streets, boutique shops, pubs, and restaurants is a must-visit, whilst picture-perfect Polperro, once notorious for smuggling long, long ago, has pretty cottages winding down to the sea. The historic naval city of Plymouth can be reached just 20 minutes away, with its plethora of attractions, including the Barbican, National Maritime Aquarium, the UK’s largest, and The Box and its buzzing marinas.
Your holiday home has been thoughtfully furnished and decorated throughout. There is much originality, including feature fireplaces and beamed ceilings. There is a cosy living room with super comfortable seating and a separate utility room, plus a full-size family bathroom comprising both bath and shower. The open plan kitchen/dining room provides a wonderful family space, with a superb level of appliances and a large dining table for up to ten guests, whilst four of the exquisite five double bedrooms are en-suite, with bath and shower or both, which includes the fabulous penthouse, the largest room with its own spa bath. There are wonderful kingsize beds, with quality linens and the décor in each room carefully chosen to exude a blend of sophistication and style. The outside space provides a lovely courtyard area and larger raised garden, sun-soaked for much of the day, whilst adjacent, you will find a traditional, warm, and friendly Cornish village pub, serving a wide variety of food and drink. Wherever your adventures take you here, return home to the elegance that is Chy An Littleton; relax, recharge, and look forward to whatever tomorrow might bring!

This well-appointed house is set within its own grounds and comfortably accommodates nine guests. It’s ideal for groups of friends or families, and there’s plenty of parking on the driveway too.
In the kitchen hop onto one of the stools at the breakfast bar and chatter over a morning coffee, whilst in the open plan living space there’s plenty of seating for everyone. Put your favourite show on the large Smart TV and relax – there’s even a TV in the dining room too!
Patio doors lead out to the garden which is perfect for your four-legged friend or for the kids to burn off some energy. Whether you prefer a refreshing shower or a nice soak in the bath to start or end your day, there’s a choice of en-suites in four of the five bedrooms...take your pick!
The picturesque village of Charlestown with shops, restaurants and bars is a short walk away, but what it’s famous for is its harbour and tall ships. One visit to this area of South Cornwall won’t be enough.

The Lily Pad is a wonderful and welcoming holiday home, just a few miles from the dramatic Seven Bays of North Cornwall, famed for its stunning beaches, cliffs, and coves. Once inside you are greeted with a bright and airy, open-plan living space with relaxing sofas to sink into, a cosy wood burner (with ‘starter pack’ provided) for those cooler evenings, and attractive floor and wall art unique to the property and evocative of Cornwall and its heritage. You will find lovingly restored furniture and repurposed features in the side tables and display units, turning function into fun! Lead on to the dining area, complete with impressive handmade wooden dining table and seating for ten guests, looking out onto the garden. The wall here is adorned with a fantastic map of the county, a further reminder of the wonders of this amazing region and its many attractions and places to explore! The adjoining kitchen has a small breakfast bar area and plenty of workspace and equipment for preparing breakfast or your evening meal.

There are five bedrooms all on one level, where the unique and upcycled theme continues, with solid pine furniture given a fresh modern look. A roomy family bathroom includes a bath, while a second bathroom features a walk-in shower.

Outside, an excellent decking area with table, chairs and barbecue offers the ideal space to enjoy morning coffee or evening meal al fresco. There is even a firepit!

You are spoilt for a choice of beaches here; Harlyn Bay Beach, just 3 miles away, offers a broad expanse of golden sand stretching far before you. Trevose Headland offers spectacular vistas, whilst further beaches at Treyarnon Bay and beautiful Porthcothan Beach are just a short drive away, with rock pools for all ages to explore! Visit Padstow, with its fabulous seafood restaurants, busy quayside and narrow streets, or vibrant Newquay, with its plethora of vibrant bars and restaurants, and scintillating surfing and water sports activities.

Away from the coast, Camel Valley Theme Park, the world-renowned Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan all offer fun days out, whilst Bodmin Moor is an atmospheric place, with mysterious rock formations and views as far as the eye can see. The options are never ending here, the only question is where will you go tomorrow?

The Lily Pad is located amongst a mixture of holiday homes and residential homes on St Merryn Holiday Park which has the added benefit of offering free to use Tennis Courts, Children’s Play Area, and dedicated dog walking area plus amenities such as a shop and a bar/restaurant.

The Old Farmhouse located in Inner Fentonadle is a stunning granite property which was fully renovated in 2021. The owners have taken every care to maintain the beautiful decor throughout to ensure a you receive a warm welcome and can enjoy the property’s spaciousness. There are three living rooms, one with a couple of sumptuous chairs in front of the woodburner, a bright and airy open plan kitchen / dining area and then four bedrooms upstairs all of which continue the high standards and attention to detail that the owners have worked so hard to put in place. The mature garden provides plenty of exterior space for children or dogs to play, or simply relax and enjoy the far-reaching rural views across farmland and wooded valleys.
Only minutes from the spectacular Bodmin Moor, two miles from the start of The Camel Trail, and a short drive to the magnificent north coast, with its breath-taking cliffs, secluded coves and beaches and easy access to Cornwall’s main highways, this original farmhouse is ideally suited for your holiday exploring Cornwall, whatever your interests.
Within 15 minutes, you can be at Trebarwith Strand beach, the legendary Tintagel and its famous castle and the stunning fishing villages of Boscastle and Port Isaac. Popular Rock, Padstow and the lifeguard patrolled Polzeath beach with surf schools aplenty are only minutes further. Inland you can hire bikes at Wenfordbridge, the beginning of The Camel Trail; a near flat, largely traffic-free trail following the old railway line to Padstow, explore nearby Pencarrow House and Gardens or sample the wines at The Camel Vineyard. Nearby, Bodmin is home to the infamous Jail and its newly opened attractions. The world-famous smugglers haunt of Jamaica Inn, immortalised by Daphne du Maurier, or the more peaceful National Trust’s Lanhydrock House.
The Old Farmhouse has great access to the whole of Cornwall, so you can easily plan your exploration of this gorgeous county, whether visiting Eden Project on the South Coast or heading further West towards Lands End.

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.

A beautifully converted, detached holiday home in one of Cornwall’s most stunning coastal villages, The Old Butchers is only minutes from the wide golden sandy beach and dunes which are bordered by the estuary of the River Gannel, an AONB and a haven for birdlife. Newquay with its surfing beaches, 3 miles. Truro and Padstow are close by. Watergate Bay is 5 miles. Sea fishing, horse riding and go karting nearby. Shop ½ mile, pub ⅓ mile.

In the heart of Daphne du Maurier country, both the adjoining VisitEngland Gold Award-winning Prideaux Farmhouse (ref TMO) and Prideaux Cottage (ref TMP), together with the beautifully converted, detached single-storey Wagon House (ref TPE) are located on the Prideaux Estate which sits at the top of the Luxulyan Valley with far reaching and rambling views across the valley and woodlands. The valley is a treat for all the family whatever the time of year and is only a short walk from these three properties. Home to what has been regarded as ‘the most beautiful walk in Cornwall’ the area takes you through deeply wooded paths, picturesque streams and under an ancient viaduct that once carried Cornwall’s china clay, tin and granite barges through to the north. It is just a short stroll to Prideaux Wood where the Saints’ Way walk can be found, 27 miles of historic footpath that leads all the way from the fishing village of Fowey on the south coast to the harbour town of Padstow in the north. The path is steeped in historic Cornish interest rambling through ancient ruins and a whole tapestry of poignant history. For coastal walking, the Cornish cliffs allow walkers to take in the invigorating Atlantic air and enjoy incredible ocean vistas. This area of Cornwall is rich in historic homes and gardens including the world famous Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan -a restored Victorian masterpiece that was lost to the world for many years and is forever linked with the village of Mevagissey on the south coast. There are many other gardens of interest including Caerhays, Tregahan and Trelissick on the Roseland Peninsula. The south coast also has many outstanding beaches, cliff walks, secluded coves and historic seafaring towns such as Falmouth and Fowey which are within easy reach of Prideaux. Fowey, renowned as the home of Daphne du Maurier, a royal yacht club and annual regatta, is within 5 miles and has plenty of restaurants, excellent pubs, cafes, galleries and shops. From here a boat can be taken along the coast and to maybe catch sight of dolphins in the bay. Sea fishing trips, kayaking and sailing can all be enjoyed from Fowey. Golf, horse riding, surfing, sailing and cycling are all available close by. Padstow, St Ives, Truro and Looe are all easily reached and provide an exciting day out in Cornwall. Shop 1 mile, pub 11/2 miles.

Welcome to The Cowshed, an enchanting place in which to relax, recharge and reinvigorate. Settled within beautiful countryside, where woodland valleys and meandering streams are plentiful, your holiday home has been expertly created to make both a welcoming and inviting holiday destination. It is situated in a 2-acre paddock with a garden surrounding the accommodation. It offers a bright and airy open plan living area, with sofas to sink into, an HDTV and a wood burner for those chilly evenings. There is also a dining area seating four and a superbly equipped kitchen. The Cowshed has an impressive tall ceiling – a real woodland retreat! The bedroom has kingsize bed, the ideal escape for a peaceful sleep after a day of exploring the area and its many attractions. There is an en-suite shower room plus a further sleeping area in the open plan living space for two more guests with another shower room and toilet. The sleeping arrangement can be made up as two single beds or zipped together to make another comfortable kingsized bed. It has a privacy screen to separate it from the living spaces. Step out through your patio doors to a private decking area, with furniture, umbrella, and a Cadac gas barbeque and your very own private hot tub. There is also a fire pit area where you can grill over wood fired coals and sit and relax with a glass of wine.
Because the area benefits from unpolluted night skies, when the sun has gone down for the day, sit back, breathe and take in the heavens, the magical Milky way spiralling above you. Bring your wellies as there is a short walk across the field to the accommodation. There is a luggage trolley to make this easy.
Venture further afield and you will find many places of interest right on your doorstep. To the south, a short drive takes you to coastal Looe and Polperro or Cawsand and Kingsand- all steeped in history with tales of smuggling and wrecking, their narrow streets revealing an array of restaurants and shops and beautiful cottages too. The beaches on this part of the coast are numerous and offer coves, inlets and low-tide rockpools – perfect for children of all ages to explore! The beautiful towns of Liskeard and Tavistock have many amenities and superb architecture and are well worth a visit.
Take the train from Liskeard railway station, all the way to Plymouth, where spectacular scenery unrolls before you as you pass through the Tamar Valley, an area of natural beauty. This vibrant historic naval city has marinas, the famous Hoe, The National Marine Aquarium and the Barbican’s cobbled quayside. The National Park of Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor have breath-taking views and offer tranquillity amid a mixture of rolling hills, mystical rock formations, Neolithic stone circles and million shades of green foliage and endless walks and trails.

Take a step back from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy a traditional tranquil Cornish seaside holiday. Overlooking a beautiful 15th-century church, Church View is a five bedroomed house set in the picturesque village of Jacobstow. The house is built in the grounds of a former rectory with easy access to the Atlantic Highway enabling you to explore the many delights of Cornwall. This superb, spacious holiday house provides the perfect setting for family and friends to enjoy a celebration or just to escape and recharge your batteries. The large dining room/kitchen/sunroom is the heart of the property, the perfect spot for an evening meal or lazy breakfast. The living room with its cosy woodburner has glorious views and children will love the study with its games and games console to keep them occupied. There is also storage for bicycles. Widemouth Bay with its wide sandy beach and rolling breakers is no more than a ten minute drive; alternatively, even closer, try Crackington Haven complete with beach café, local pub and restaurant with stunning views overlooking the delightful sheltered beach. There are plenty of things to do and places of interest to visit. Take a trip to Port Isaac or Padstow which is half an hour’s drive, where you can cycle along the Camel Trail from Wadebridge. Further afield you can experience art and culture with the Minack Theatre or Tate Gallery or visit the Eden Project. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Nestled in the enchanting hamlet of Lansallos, this delightful detached holiday home offers a tranquil retreat in an area celebrated for its designation as both a Heritage Coastline and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guests have access to breathtaking coastal walks, and a mere 15-minute stroll down a shaded wooded track leads to the idyllic Lansallos Cove and the scenic coastal path. To the east lies the picturesque fishing village of Polperro, while to the west, Polruan graces the banks of the River Fowey, opposite the charming town of Fowey itself. The nearby fishing town of Looe, just a short drive away, beckons with its sandy beach, shops, and restaurants. Children can enjoy exploring rock pools or engaging in crab fishing on the quay, while the local fish market offers the chance to procure the catch of the day for a special meal.
For a captivating excursion, the seafaring town of Fowey can be reached by a ferry trip across the scenic River Fowey. A foot passenger ferry departs from Polruan, or a car ferry departs from Bodinnick. Once home to the renowned author Daphne Du Maurier, Fowey is steeped in history and hosts a royal sailing regatta. Its narrow streets are adorned with intriguing shops, galleries, and cafés, offering an excellent day out for the entire family. Adventurous guests can embark on a charter boat for the opportunity to spot dolphins and seals.
Venture a little further to explore the renowned Eden Project, the bustling fishing town of Mevagissey, and the captivating Lost Gardens of Heligan. The popular surfing beach of Polzeath on the north coast is within an hour’s drive. The area is brimming with diverse attractions, from sailing, horse riding, kayaking, and sea fishing to golf. Alternatively, indulge in relaxation at one of the local spas or explore the numerous National Trust Houses and Gardens for which Cornwall is celebrated. With a beach just 1 mile away and the nearest shop, pub, and restaurant 2½ miles away, this charming holiday home promises an idyllic Cornish escape.