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.
Liskeard, EnglandWelcome 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.£116From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Bodmin, EnglandA short drive from Bodmin moor. This delightful single level, stone barn conversion offers a spacious living area with large dining table, fully fitted kitchen, a family bathroom and three tastefully decorated bedrooms one of which has an en-suite shower room. Quince Cottage has its own barbecue, table and chairs in the courtyard area, there is a communal garden at the front of the property.
There are plenty of walks meandering through the Cornish countryside or with stunning views from the coastal footpath of glistening, sandy beaches or coves tucked in against dramatic cliffs ravaged by the Atlantic rollers. Withiel is situated 5 miles between the towns of Wadebridge and Bodmin; and 15 miles from Newquay and Padstow, as well as Polzeath on the North coast and Fowey on the South coast. Newquay is famous for its excellent surfing beaches. Port Isaac of “Doc Martin” fame is also about 15 miles away, and The Eden Project is only a short drive.
Wadebridge, once a market town, is now more widely known as being on The Camel Trail, the cycle route out to Padstow from the depths of Bodmin Moor on the old railway route. From Padstow you could take a boat trip across the Camel Estuary to Rock and lounge on the beautiful beach that stretches all the way around to Daymer Bay. Beach 12 miles.£65From 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
Bude, EnglandThis family-friendly farm is the perfect choice if you are looking for a rural retreat just minutes from the seaside. Set on a 120-acre, family-run working farm, these two lovely cottages (Goose Cottage ref UKC2676 and Barn Cottage ref UKC2682), offer comfortable and welcoming accommodation. Located just ¾ mile from Widemouth Bay, one of the most spectacular stretches of coastline in north Cornwall, there is something here to suit guests of all ages. You could even book both of the properties together for extended family or friends.
The larger cottage, Goose Cottage is a charming barn conversion and boast lovely views of the surrounding rural landscape. With spacious open plan living space, it is ideal for enjoyable gatherings of families or friends. Barn Cottage offers a first floor living room, complete with doors which open onto a small decked balcony where guests can admire the magnificent views across rolling fields and out to the sea. Both properties enjoy shared access to the range of facilities found on-site, including a tennis court and a children’s outdoor play area with slides, swings and a climbing wall. Why not take a dip in the heated outdoor swimming pool, or challenge friends and family to the variety of games found in the small indoor games barn including table tennis, air hockey and a small pool table. A communal utility room with washing machines and a tumble dryer is available for both properties. Friendly chickens, ducks and geese roam the courtyard, and the tame peacock may pay you a visit to your door. There is a woodland walk to the rear, and a 20-minute walk on a footpath across the fields to the front will take you across sheep grazed meadows to Widemouth Bay.
Widemouth Bay is an extremely popular holiday destination and is world famous for surfing. It has far reaching, exceptional sandy beaches, and provides miles of coastal paths for enthusiastic walkers. The well loved tourist town of Bude is just 3 miles further up the coast. The town offers an indoor swimming pool, shops, restaurants, horse riding, a golf course and tenpin bowling. For the keen walker there are many opportunities both along the south west coastal path route, which runs the entire coastline of Cornwall and offers stunning cliff walks, and on nearby Bodmin Moor. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bodmin, EnglandPositioned within the small hamlet of Warleggan on the south side of Bodmin Moor, Badgers Cottage is a delightful, dog friendly property, with a wood burner to keep you cosy on a blustery autumn day and a quiet garden with far reaching rural views, a perfect spot for a summer al fresco dinner or barbecue. The owner also has a large field opposite with veg garden and, on request, these may also be used by guests. If you are wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of city life you will not find anywhere more peaceful.
Badgers Cottage is traditionally decorated throughout to a high standard. The comfortable living room and conservatory dining room give you plenty of space to spread out and relax, whilst the kitchen is well-equipped and any budding chef on holiday will enjoy cooking up a storm. Also on the ground floor is a double aspect twin room with whitewashed walls and cool tiled floor. Stairs from the hallway lead up to the first floor where you’ll find the second bedroom, with comfortable double bed, plenty of storage and panoramic views. Completing the first floor is the family bathroom. A “gardeners toilet” is located outside.
Before Warleggan was linked to the A38 in 1953 and more recently to the A30 it was considered one of the remotest parts of the county, now a mere 4 miles from the dual carriageway this hamlet offers fabulous links to both the North Coast and its glorious golden sands, secluded coves and wild promontories but also the pretty fishing villages and artists retreat along the South Coast including Looe and Polperro, the Eden project, Lanhydrock House and the start of the Camel trail. There is a pub & shop 3.5 miles away at St Neot. Bodmin, with all amenities, including various large supermarkets is 7 miles away. Beach 14½ miles.£62From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Austell, EnglandWelcome to Duporth House, a wonderful house overlooking Duporth Bay, with magnificent sea views and private access to the exquisite beach below. The ideal base from which to explore this charming area of Cornwall with its fishing villages and harbour towns, picturesque coves, and stunning vistas. The house is set within a quiet location and much care, thought and attention has been afforded to provide a relaxing environment in which to enjoy every minute of your stay. There is ample parking for up to three cars and once inside you will find a fully equipped kitchen, including double oven, dishwasher, and excellent coffee machine. The dining room has lots of natural light and is a fabulous space to enjoy home cooked meals, from here you can extend your dining experience outside onto your patio for a little al fresco enjoyment. The living room is split into two areas, has super comfy, large sofas to sink into while you kick back and watch your favourite programmes on the Smart TV, plus a quiet area for reading the latest novel or perhaps playing a board game or two.
There is a spacious, stylish family bathroom and three sumptuous bedrooms. All have quality towels and bed linen, built in wardrobes and quite incredible sea views. The largest has a majestic kingsize bed, followed by a delightful room with glorious double bed and a cosy single room. Outside, your private garden wraps around the house and boasts gated access via steps to the quiet part of Duporth Beach, a very special feature, perfect for a beachside walk, with the waves gently lapping the shore. The access path and steps are steep, so may not be suitable for those with restricted mobility, however the area has many beaches with easier access.
Venture away from this gorgeous haven and the area will delight in every direction. Just 5 minutes’ walk away, discover Charlestown, a bustling fishing village and harbour full of interesting shops, cosmopolitan cafes, amazing restaurants, and bars. Enjoy an afternoon shopping in St Austell, from where there are superb train links. The world-famous Eden Project, with its huge biomes above the world’s largest indoor rainforest is a must visit, whilst the magic of over 200 acres of ancient gardens can be explored in the Lost Gardens of Heligan. The atmospheric Bodmin Moor is just 30 minutes away, with its ancient tors, mystifying stone structures and spectacular views. The list of days out is endless, at the end of each one, return to your rather special holiday home, where you can recharge, kick back and relax. Beach ¼ mile. Pub and restaurant ¾ mile.£184From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
EnglandA wonderfully restored four bedroom detached property, set within an idyllic hamlet near the Cornish and Devon border, enjoying fabulous views towards the Tamar Valley. A great rural escape to relax and unwind. As you approach the property, the external hand-crafted traditional stone walls immediately let you know this is a property which is much loved and of a high quality.
On the ground floor is the lounge, with a wood burner and a hand painted map of the local area for when you are planning your trips. The kitchen is fully fitted for those who enjoy preparing a home cooked meal, and a wine cooler being ideal for enjoying a chilled glass of your favourite tipple on a sunny afternoon or evening, whilst enjoying fabulous long ranging scenic views across the superb garden. There is a convenient study, downstairs toilet and a utility room leading you through to a further room which can be used as a gym or games room.
Head upstairs to find the master bedroom with a king size double bed leading through to an en-suite shower room. A further double bedroom, two single bedrooms and the family bathroom ensures that the whole family is catered for. The mainly lawned garden wraps around this detached house, the superb circular seating area and patio is ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining, fire up the BBQ for an evening dining outside, relax, and simply marvel at the great view. The beautifully constructed walls have parts which present a drop for little ones if they are exploring.
Although rural, you are a short distance from the towns of both Tavistock and Gunnislake, the latter of which during Victorian times enjoyed a strong connection to mining, although now the area is a wonderful place to visit. In the region you can discover superb walks and excursions through the beautiful Tamar Valley, the exceptional Dartmoor offers some fabulous days out. If dining is your thing, then a visit to Tavistock with numerous bars and restaurants awaits, it is well worth a visit on one of the market days. If you are looking for something for the children to enjoy, the area delivers everything from segway adventures, donkey parks, Crealy Theme Park, and Adrenalin Valley for the more adventurous. The lovely local village of Calstock is well worth a visit, you can also venture further afield to busy Plymouth or head for some of the best beaches that the UK has to offer in Cornwall.£129From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bodmin, EnglandWithin a tranquil setting in St. Mabyn, a delightful village in North Cornwall, you will discover this gorgeous countryside cottage. Very traditional in style, this is an excellent retreat when relaxation is a pre-requisite! From your private parking spaces you enter the garden, with mature trees and lovely lawns await, wrapping around the property. Look up as you enjoy this space and you may see a buzzard, kestrel or in the evening hear the hoot of an owl. There is a wonderful covered area with seating for all, perfect for al fresco dining or breakfast before you head off for the day.
Once inside, you are greeted by a charming entrance hall, comprising a useful utility space, complete with butler-style sink downstairs cloakroom, and set slightly aside, a wonderful bedroom with double bed with original features such as original ceiling hooks dating back to another time. Move into the kitchen and a beautiful room complete with window seat greets you. With an excellent blend of rustic charm and style, this room will be a popular hub during your stay. The separate dining room has a welcoming and warming feel, with an impressive dining table, electric wood burner and wall-mounted TV. There are quaint windows, with tie-back curtains making this room a real delight. The living room has super-comfy sofas to sink into, a chair and further electric wood burner. A great room to immerse yourself in a favourite novel, curled up in comfort. Stairs lead you up to the first floor, where there are three double bedrooms, all with country-cottage styling in keeping with the traditional feel throughout and all designed to encourage a peaceful night’s rest after a day of adventures. There is a family bathroom with both a bath and electric shower over.
If you can tear yourself away from this exquisite setting, you are just a few minute’s walk from the village itself, with a superb pub serving a range of wonderful meals. Wadebridge, a historic market town, lies just 3 miles away, with many shops, restaurants and the renowned Camel Trail. Here you can hire a bicycle and take the often breathtaking route through coast and country towards the buzzing and popular town of Padstow or inland to Bodmin, with its heritage steam railway and chilling jail experience! The beaches on the North Coast are some of the finest in the county, from magnificent swathes of golden sand to high rolling waves rolling in off the vast Atlantic Ocean, ideal for surfing and all things watersport. Cliff top vistas and far reaching views are yours to behold, with visits such as as Port Isaac if Doc Martin fame, picture-postcard Boscastle and mystical Tintagel, the legendary home of King Arthur. Bude offers a family friendly experience with several popular beaches and many amenities too. The biggest challenge you will face is deciding which amazing day out you will choose first! Beach 10 miles. Pub 1 mile.£196From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Penzance, EnglandThe perfect base for couples and families looking to unwind and relax, with easy access to beautiful coastal areas, quaint harbours and major attractions. These gorgeous, two-storey barns have been lovingly re-built to provide two luxury, very indivudual and spacious holiday homes. Nestled in a quiet valley setting, accessed via a long private driveway ensuring cosy, comfortable all year round accommodation. With full eco-friendly, air source underfloor central heating, multi-fuel burner, high ceilings and underfloor eco-friendly air source central heating. The perfect choice, whatever the season.
Each barn provides a stunning, well-equipped kitchen with everything you need to relax and enjoy your stay in comfort. Chancer (ref UK11940) features high quality, wood-effect tiled floors, a spacious, high-end kitchen with extensive units including quality granite work tops, a comfortable bedroom with a kingsize bed and an en-suite offering a walk-in shower. No 3 The Barn (ref UK11941) retains an authentic feel with wooden floors and beams, and provides three spacious bedrooms with kingsize beds, one of which has the option to be converted to twin beds. Here there is a family bathroom with a free-standing bath, and a shower room with a walk-in shower.
Couples will love these barns for a summer holiday and are equally appealing in the winter months. Walk along the wild windy shoreline, storm watch and return to snuggle up in front of the cosy multi-fuel burner. Each property also offers a private patio area with garden furniture, a lovely place for some al fresco dining.
Garden lovers will be delighted with neighbouring Trewidden Gardens, within walking distance and complete with tea rooms. The area is perfect for exploring the many delights of West Cornwall and the barns are just a short distance from Newlyn, with its working fishing harbour and wonderful history. Newlyn also boasts an excellent selection of local pubs, all serving great food and local ales.
There are a host of cafés, shops, and a choice of supermarkets nearby, as well as a multi-screen cinema and meadery. The larger sea-faring town of Penzance has an eco-heated, art deco outdoor swimming pool, a great way to spend an afternoon. Drive round to the historic town of Marazion and walk across to St Michael’s Mount at low tide, or take a small ferry at high tide.
A daily ferry service operates from Penzance to the beautiful Isles of Scilly, or fly from nearby Lands End airport. The stunning village of Mousehole with its famous tales of the Mousehole Cat is just a short drive away, as is The Minack Theatre, which is an open air theatre with the ocean as a backdrop. Beach 1¾ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
UK11940, UK11941 and UK44397 can be booked together to accommodte up to 16 guests.£132From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bude, EnglandDiscover Hermargh Skiber, a barn conversion newly renovated in 2023. It nestles in the picturesque countryside near breathtaking Widemouth Bay and the Victorian seaside town of Bude. Step inside to an open-plan kitchen, dining area and living room, where every detail exudes elegance. The kitchen boasts top-of-the-line amenities for your self-catering needs. There is a delightful wood burner style bioethanol fire which provides a cosy ambiance. This luxurious retreat features two bedrooms, one with kingsize bed, one with twin beds and a soothing walk-in shower room. Outside, a private garden with charming furniture awaits, alongside an outdoor hot and cold shower and a delightful hot tub, perfect for ultimate relaxation.
Nearby, you will find the area offers an array of exciting activities. Bude’s beaches are the star of the show. You’ll be spoiled for choice with its stunning stretches of golden sand, perfect for basking in the sun, building sandcastles, or taking leisurely strolls along the shore. For water sports enthusiasts, Bude is a paradise. Whether you’re an experienced surfer catching waves or a beginner learning the ropes, the Atlantic Ocean offers thrilling opportunities for surfing, paddleboarding, and more.
The Southwest Coast Path, which passes through Bude, offers awe-inspiring cliff-top walks and a chance to reconnect with nature. Embrace the captivating Cornish landscape and enjoy magnificent scenery, coastal paths, and hidden coves. Hermargh Skiber is a sanctuary amidst nature’s beauty, ensuring an unforgettable escape into luxury and tranquillity.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
