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.
Looe, EnglandWelcome to Cartole Cottages, the perfect place to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the beautiful Cornish countryside. Deep in the heart of south east Cornwall, near the bustling port of Looe, the picture postcard fishing village of Polperro and the beautiful Fowey estuary, you will find these charming holiday cottages nestled in wide open grounds.
Part of the Cornish countryside for more than 300 years, Cartole Cottages are situated along the south Cornish coast, an area that has a great heritage of tales and legends of fishing and smuggling. Come and create your own stories and memories in one of these beautiful holiday cottages, converted from the original barns and stables. Relax in one of the family friendly and dog friendly cottages. The whole family is welcome so that you can all enjoy your holiday together. Children will love having the space to run around and let off steam and parents can relax, relaxed in the knowledge that the little ones are happily playing. There is also play equipment and garden games to ensure that there is something for everyone, whatever their age.
Cartole Cottages are centrally located for easy exploration of Cornwall and Devon. Take a day trip to The Eden Project, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Lanhydrock House and many other National Trust properties. Or be inspired by the locations which influenced Daphne Du Maurier’s and Rosamunde Pilcher’s famous novels and also where the TV series Poldark and Doc Martin were filmed. Beach 4½ miles. Shop 1¼ miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 24 guests.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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EnglandHill Tops sits quietly within the 20-acre countryside grounds of Honicombe Holiday Village, with its impressive facilities including an outdoor and indoor pool, gym, sauna, and popular restaurant.
Providing stylish, bright, and airy accommodation, your holiday home has been carefully created to make your stay both enjoyable and memorable. You will find three bedrooms on the ground floor, one double with a lovely en-suite bathroom and two with zip and link flexibility, all with quality linens and charming décor throughout, offering the perfect environment for a deep sleep after a busy day of exploring; a family bathroom comprising of a walk-in shower, heated towel rail and toilet is also on the ground floor. Venture upstairs and a spacious open plan living area oozes charm, with well equipped kitchen, modern dining facilities and wonderful soft furnishings, ideal for sinking into at any time of the day.
Set out to explore the area and you will be spoiled for choice on where to go first; the exquisite Tamar Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty is a short drive away, with valleys and woodland views, hills, and walks. Catch the train from Gunnislake and marvel at the scenery around you as you travel to the historic Naval city of Plymouth with its marinas, famous Hoe promenade, aquarium, many waterside bars, and restaurants.
Travel half an hour south-west and find popular Downderry Beach, sheltered with rock pools at low tide for children of all ages to enjoy. Beautiful Dartmoor National Park and mysterious Bodmin Moor are must visits, both showcasing some of the most spectacular vistas in the south-west. The choice of days out are endless here, so set off on your next new adventure. Beach 20 miles.£171From 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
- Camelford, EnglandWelcome to Roughtor House, a fabulous, newly constructed house close to the mystical wonders of Bodmin Moor and the sheer beauty of North Cornwall. Named after an ancient Tor on the moor itself, where views are truly breath-taking and captivating stone circles and mind-boggling rock formations can be explored and marvelled at. The coastline here heralds some of the most majestic beaches, coves and headland vistas to be found, with miles of golden sand and rockpools for all ages to enjoy.
From Bude, with its popularity as a surfing destination, to the harbour village of Boscastle; to Tintagel with its historical links to the legend of King Arthur or South to vibrant Newquay, with its twelve beaches and plethora of restaurants, bars and family attractions; you will be spoilt for choice with where to visit next! Your house offers a mixture of space, flair and sophistication. From the open plan living space, incorporating kitchen and dining area, superbly equipped to the three bedrooms, all finished to a very high standard.
There are inviting sofas, oodles of classy touches throughout and fabulous décor. There are two double rooms, one with ensuite and a twin room offering thoughtful flexibility. The family bathroom has an air of sophistication and on the ground floor you will find a further shower room, perfect after a day at the beach or moorland. The garden boasts not only ample seating, great for a little alfresco dining, but also a fabulous hot tub providing the ideal way to relax, forgetting the hustle and bustle of daily life and setting you firmly on track for a memorable break, in the beautiful, picturesque county of Cornwall. Beach 6¼ miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 14 guests.£107From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Camelford, EnglandA spacious, detached rural property, including a private one bedroom fully equipped apartment, which is perfect for groups or family members wishing to have their own independence while on holiday. The property sleeps eight in four lovely bedrooms, one even has a free-standing bath in it plus an en-suite shower room. There is also a separate bunk room that sleeps four people, and two comfortable double bed leather Chesterfield settees are situated in the 28ft conservatory, together with an oak dining table that accommodates up to 14 people and an 18Kw log burner, the conservatory also comes with a Cambridge hifi system. There is also a 14Kw double sided log burner situated in the front room.
If you need to do some washing, then there is a washing machine and tumble dryer located in the main bathroom. The kitchen area has everything you’ll need for your stay including a dishwasher and a coffee machine. Outside you can enjoy the lovely surrounding countryside views from the lawned garden and patios including a lovely decking area. And parking is on the driveway accommodating up to 5 cars.
Hindscarth is surrounded on 3 sides by areas of outstanding natural beauty, the National Cycle trail runs past the property, Bodmin Moor is 1/2 a mile away. Jamaica Inn is within easy reach as is Boscastle, Padstow and Port Isaac. Guests can also enjoy stunning cliff walks and travelling to the South Coast and the Eden project is also recommended. There are also several sandy beaches within easy reach.
Within 8 miles is Tintagel which is inextricably linked to the legend of King Arthur and is steeped in history. A visit to the English Heritage site of Tintagel Castle, where legend and historical fact alike meet stunning scenery, is a definite must while in the area and for Arthurian enthusiasts it is unmissable! There are many beaches in the area for surfers and sunseekers alike including Trebarwith and Bossiney Cove. Much of the North Cornish coastline is owned by the National Trust and is a haven for wildlife, providing fabulous walking opportunities with many well-trodden routes. There are many pretty coves and inlets to discover along this coastline including Crackington Haven, Boscastle, Morwenstow.
A bit further to the south is the fishing port of Padstow and quaint Port Isaac of Doc Martin fame and 16 miles to the north is the fabulous coastal town of Bude. If you fancy crossing over the ‘border’ into Devon and enjoy open spaces then Dartmoor National Park is 27 miles or so to the east – here you can enjoy a day of walking and discover the vast moorland and roam the craggy landscape, defined by forests, rivers, wetlands and rock formations or tors. Or search the Neolithic tombs, Bronze Age stone circles and abandoned medieval farmhouses in this amazing landscape!
This property can be booked with Hindscarth Apartment (UK39610) to accommodate up to 16 guests.£180From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bude, EnglandOceans is a lovely corner bungalow with a large, enclosed garden benefiting from sea views and located in a residential cul-de-sac just 100 yards from Widemouth Beach.
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 Southwest 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.
Oceans 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. And 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 100 yards.£107From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Padstow, EnglandThe 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.£136From 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.£103From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bude, EnglandDriftwood is a former coachman’s cottage with a quaint walled garden and patio area, the cottage itself has been tastefully furnished and decorated and is a perfect location for a family of four with a double and twin bedroom, kitchen/dining area and a bright and airy living room with sea views of Widemouth Bay and a wood burner to warm up winter evenings. External access to the living room or internal access through the bedrooms. With prior arrangement the owners will also let guests use the facilities at Quinceborough Farm just up the hill which include a communal heated swimming pool (May half term-mid September), a tennis court, games room and play area.
This comfortable, dog friendly, holiday home is 705 yards from Widemouth Bay which is a fantastic beach and has a vast expanse of golden sands at low tide and many rock pools to explore. The surf is often outstanding, the sun hits the beach for most of the day and the sunsets over the sea are simply magical. Three miles to the north is Bude, a vibrant, bustling little tourist town with a wealth of restaurants and amenities.
For walkers and cyclists, the area is full of superb routes and Bude lies at the centre of the most dramatic stretch of the Southwest coastal footpath. There are numerous local villages and landmarks to explore and much of the area is a nature lovers paradise. The centre of the town is a lively hub with concerts, dances and fetes as well as other events throughout the season, including an annual Carnival Week. Beach 705 yards.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Crackington Haven, EnglandWelcome to Kate’s Cottage, a charming holiday property nestled in the captivating region of North Cornwall. This delightful property offers a pleasant retreat for those seeking a peaceful getaway in an area renowned for its natural beauty and captivating attractions. Conveniently located on the ground floor, Kate’s Cottage provides easy accessibility for all guests. The inviting living room welcomes you with its comfortable seating and Smart TV, perfect for relaxing evenings after a day of exploration. The patio doors open up to the front garden, allowing you to enjoy the fresh Cornish air and soak in the serene surroundings. The cottage features a well-equipped kitchen where you can prepare your favourite meals. Whether it’s a simple breakfast or a hearty dinner, the kitchen provides a good space to indulge in your culinary endeavours. Kate’s Cottage offers three tastefully furnished bedrooms, ensuring a comfortable night’s sleep for up to six guests (maximum 5 adults and 1 child). The first bedroom provides a comfy king size bed, perfect for a peaceful slumber. The second bedroom offers bunk beds with a double bed on the bottom and a single bed above. The third bedroom features a single bed. The property also includes a bathroom with a shower over the bath and a separate toilet, ensuring convenience for all guests during their stay.
Surrounded by the natural beauty of North Cornwall, Kate’s Cottage offers a multitude of attractions and activities within easy reach. Immerse yourself in the stunning coastal landscapes and visit nearby sandy beaches, where you can breathe in the invigorating sea air and enjoy leisurely walks along the shoreline. Explore the charming local villages and discover their unique character, with their quaint streets, historic architecture, and friendly atmosphere. Indulge in traditional Cornish cuisine at nearby pubs and restaurants, sampling the delicious seafood and local delicacies that the region is famous for.
For outdoor enthusiasts, North Cornwall offers a wealth of opportunities for exploration. Embark on scenic hikes along the rugged coastline or delve into the enchanting woodlands and moorlands that surround the area. Engage in water sports such as surfing, paddleboarding, or kayaking, allowing you to fully embrace the coastal lifestyle.
Whether you’re seeking relaxation, outdoor adventures, or cultural discoveries, Kate’s Cottage provides an ideal base for your North Cornwall getaway. Book your stay today and create cherished memories in this cosy retreat, immersing yourself in the natural wonders and rich heritage of the region.£50From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
