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.
Kilkhampton, England
5.00This well-presented and comfortable detached holiday cottage is a welcoming home away from home situated in the grounds of the owner’s home and boasts an open-plan living area with a cosy wood burner to curl up beside on a chilly evening.
Located in the hamlet of Thurdon, Jennings Cottage is only a short drive away from the vibrant bustling town of Bude, with its unique historic canal and sea lock, and beautiful award-winning expansive sandy beaches at Summerleaze, Widemouth Bay and Sandymouth Bay. A village pub/restaurant, shops and takeaway food outlets are all available 2 miles away in Kilkhampton.
The picturesque fishing villages of Boscastle, Port Isaac and Padstow are all worth a visit and mystical Tintagel with the legendary King Arthur’s castle is also nearby. The location is also perfect for walkers and nature lovers alike wishing to explore the wild beauty of Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor. Upper Tamar Lake is just a 10-minute walk away, offering an off-road trail for walking and cycling, fishing and water sports, including kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding and a friendly lakeside Café serving breakfasts, lunches and home-made cakes and refreshments throughout the day.
Exploring further afield, travelling south along the Atlantic Highway, the renowned Eden Project, the Cathedral city of Truro and the ever-popular St. Ives are all within easy reach and travelling north into North Devon you can enjoy the dramatic coastal scenery at Hartland Quay, the pretty harbour village of Clovelly and Appledore & Instow on the banks of the River Torridge and further on to the river-port shopping town of Barnstaple, which is around an hour’s drive away.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Saint Columb, England 4.00The Garden Apartment, set in the owner’s ground, has stunning views across open Cornish countryside and is very close to the dramatic North Coast. The area is well served with several golf clubs, such as Trevose, Constantine and Newquay all within 5 miles. An off road cycle trail that meanders across Goss Moor and the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is easily reached and bike hire can be booked nearby.
Padstow is easily reached along the coastal road. Fishing trips, boat trips and cycling or walking along the Camel Trail are all available in this quaint fishing village made popular by TV chef Rick Stein.
Newquay’s famous surfing beaches are within 5 miles. Watergate bay can be found 4 miles away where there is an extreme sports academy offering such activities as kite surfing, wind surfing and many extreme sports.
Ideally situated for visiting attractions such as the Eden Project, Lost Gardens and Heligan and Bodmin Moor. Truro, the Capital of Cornwall, is within 15 miles and provides shopping, a theatre, museum and restaurants. Bodmin, St Austell, Falmouth, St Ives, Penzance and Lands End are all easily reached; horse riding, sea fishing and coarse fishing are also available locally. Shop and pub 3 miles.£58From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Treligga, England 5.00These pet-friendly holiday barns are situated less than half a mile from the stunning north coast of Cornwall. The access is via a typical Cornish narrow road with beautiful scenic views of the sea peeping out through the hedgerow on approach. In the heart of this small Cornish hamlet, the barns (refs 30108, 30109, 30110 and 30111) are furnished and fitted to provide a comfortable base from which to explore the many attractions that Cornwall has to offer.
Each barn has a well-equipped kitchen as well as open-plan living. Each has its sitting-out area, which is ideal for watching the wildlife and al fresco dining. Each property also has access to electric car charging points which a charged for use however if you require using the charging points you must bring your lead. Note: there are no local amenities as it is a hamlet, but only a 5-minute car journey to the local village, we suggest you look at the welcome folder in the cottage to familiarise yourself with your surroundings and to discover what amenities are local to your stay.
Guests are close to the coastal path and if you walk north, you will reach Tintagel, the mythical home of King Arthur, with its array of shops, pubs and restaurants. A little further on, Boscastle with its picturesque harbour is a must. A small beach can be reached on foot, approximately ½ mile away. Travelling down the coast, guests will come to Port Isaac, where the TV series ’Doc Martin’ is filmed, and further down the coast, visit the beautiful sandy surfing beach at Polzeath and the dunes at Rock where you can take a ferry across to Padstow. From Padstow, with its working harbour, shops, pubs and restaurants, you can hire bikes and cycle the Camel Trail to Wadebridge and beyond to Bodmin.
Close by is Bodmin Moor, an unspoilt moorland at its best, and for walkers the tors on the moor are a must. Further down the coast is Newquay, with its famous surfing beaches, Blue Reef Aquarium and Zoo and if you travel to the south coast, you will find Looe, Fowey and Mevagissey, just a few of the charming coastal villages. For cycling enthusiasts, there is a cycle hub at Lanhydrock, with some wonderful forest routes to be taken. Shop, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Coombe, England 5.00Nestled deep in the Cornish countryside situated on a smallholding, yet only 15 minutes from both spectacular coasts, this holiday property provides that much needed get away. Although single-storey, it has some internal steps and there is one-way privacy glass in the kitchen/dining room. Lanes, bridleways and footpaths provide perfect walking opportunities. The Eden Project, the Lost Gardens of Heligan and many National Trust gardens and houses are nearby. Charlestown, with its Georgian architecture and tall ships, the seafaring town of Fowey, and Mevagissey with its working harbour, are all easily reached. A great place for relaxing or touring Cornwall. Golf, sea fishing, cycling and tennis nearby. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£85From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bude, England 4.00An idyllic North Cornwall retreat. Higher Tresmorn Cottages is the perfect holiday location to enjoy the beauty of North Cornwall. Nestled peacefully in the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, adjacent to National Trust land, Higher Tresmorn boasts some truly spectacular sea views. This is the ideal spot in which to relax and unwind. The 16th-century farm buildings have been converted to a very high standard retaining plenty of character and charm. The Annexe sits adjacent to the owner’s farmhouse. With its galleried bedroom over spacious open-plan living area, it is a very romantic hideaway. Little Wren and Swallows Swoop are single-storeyed, standing together and are perfect for families and friends while The Roundhouse is a superb, spacious, open-plan detached property with sea views from the patio and a cosy wood-burning stove for those colder evenings. Dramatic views can be enjoyed from the coastal path or walks along the cliff top discovering the many hidden coves. A beautiful, quiet and secluded part of Cornwall rich in natural beauty and character. Take to the surf at Crackington Haven or Widemouth Bay or explore the many rockpools. Whether surfing, walking the coastal path, playing golf, fishing or simply relaxing, this stunning location has something for everyone. Crackington Haven is just a few mintues’ drive and has an excellent beach shop and tea rooms and beachside pub serving good food. The popular resort of Bude is just 12 miles and has an excellent range of shops and restaurants along with tennis, surf school, indoor splash pool, bowling and three more sandy beaches. The picturesque fishing villages of Tintagel, Port Isaac and Padstow are close by. For a great day out visit Crealy Adventure Park, the Blue Reef Aquarium and the famous Eden Project. Shops and pub 2 miles.£58From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Looe, England 5.00This stylish semi-detached holiday home is located within the wooded grounds of a former hotel and on the edge of the historic and quaint Cornish fishing town of Looe, on Cornwall’s beautiful south coast and has great views across the estuary and wooded valley. The house is perfectly located in peaceful grounds, with French doors leading from the dining room to the patio, and French doors leading from the bedroom to a balcony. It provides an ideal base to enjoy the many amenities of the town and the surrounding area. This can be enjoyed by train as the local branch line and Looe station is close by. Looe has a widespread golden beach in the town that is essential for that perfect family holiday, while Hannifore Beach in West Looe is a year-round dog friendly beach. Looe is also home to one of the country’s major fish markets, where you can buy the freshest catch of the day for that special meal or barbecue on the beach. In September, the town hosts a popular and growing music festival with many big name acts appearing (early bookings recommended). Deep sea fishing, pleasure trips and other watersports can all be enjoyed in Looe along with woodland and coastal walks nearby. To the east of the town is the historic city of Plymouth, with its National Marine Aquarium, theatres, cinemas, bowling and shopping, while to the west is the sea faring town of Fowey, home to the royal sailing regatta and many galleries, both of which can be reached by ferry. The Eden Project, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Padstow, Mount Edgcumbe estate, Bodmin Moor and Polperro are all easily reached and provide an excellent day out for all the family. Beach 0.5 miles. Shop 0.25 miles, pub and restaurant 440 yards.£47From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Breward, England 5.00Located at the end of a private lane on the edge of Cornwall’s highest village of St Breward, Sandy Barn Cottages comprises three beautifully converted holiday barns (refs B5718, B5719 and W44032) and the owner’s own home, forming a secluded courtyard of 200-year-old granite buildings. The dog-friendly cottages are all tastefully furnished with many character features including slate floors and exposed beams. Cross Cottage (ref B5718) is detached with views over neighbouring fields.
Ideally situated on the edge of Bodmin Moor for exploring the landscape of tors and moorland. Enjoy walking, cycling, riding, fishing or simply relaxing. The nearest beach of Trebarwith Strand is 20 minutes’ away, but may favourites such as Whitehaven, Daymer Bay, Polzeath and Trevone are within 30-40 minutes’. With the beaches of the North Cornwall coast within 12 miles, visitors can enjoy the best of coast and countryside, alternating their days between tranquil landscapes, coastal walks and seaside fun at the beaches.
Places of interest such as Wadebridge, Padstow, Port Isaac, Boscastle and Tintagel. The National Trust property at Lanhydrock, the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan are also within easy reach for a day out.
Sandy Barn Cottages are tucked away, surrounded by fields, but still in the heart of the village. Local amenities comprise of a village shop and pub serving food, both within easy walking distance, ¼ mile.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Port Isaac, England 5.00This pet friendly, semi-detached holiday bungalow has been equipped to provide a comfortable base from which to explore this beautiful area of Cornwall. There is a large sunny enclosed garden with a patio, ideal for alfresco dining or a morning coffee. You are just a stroll away from the centre of the village of Port Isaac, made famous by the TV series ’Doc Martin’, with its array of shops, pubs and restaurants. Easily reached is Polzeath and Daymer Bay with their beautiful sandy beaches, and further down the coast is Padstow with its shops, pubs and restaurants, including Rick Stein’s fish restaurant. From here you can walk or cycle the Camel Trail along the estuary to Wadebridge and beyond to Bodmin, and it is ideally situated to visit the many National Trust attractions that Cornwall has to offer, including The Eden Project, Bodmin Moor with unspoilt moorland at its best, and the many beautiful gardens and National Trust properties. Beach ¾ mile. Shop and pub 500 yards, restaurant ½ mile.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Columb Major, England 5.00This delightful, single-storey, detached holiday cottage is set amidst the owners’ mature Cornish gardens, with access to a wildlife pond and koi pond where you can feed the fish. Contemporary and cosy with wood burner, plus private gardens, it offers a central, rural retreat for exploring all that Cornwall has to offer. Near to the beautiful and dramatic North Cornwall Coast with Padstow, Newquay, Mawgan Porth and Watergate Bay all being close by. Dog-friendly beaches and great surf locations abound. The south coast has many National Trust houses and sub-tropical gardens such as the Lost Gardens of Heligan and the Eden Project. Cycling the Camel Trail, cliff top walks, award winning restaurants and vineyard are all easily accessible. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£51From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bude, England 5.00Nuthatch Barn is a charming and romantic retreat nestled in the picturesque North Devon countryside, near the breathtaking North Cornish Coastline of Bude and adjacent to the National Cycling Route 3. Boasting proximity to Bude’s award-winning, dog-friendly beaches, Nuthatch Barn provides an ideal escape for couples seeking tranquillity and relaxation.
Situated within the Little Derril complex, this single-storey cottage, converted in 2018, is one of three delightful holiday cottages. Adjoining Stonechat Barn and situated across from the owner’s farmhouse, Nuthatch Barn offers a cosy and inviting atmosphere. The living area opens onto a small, enclosed garden, perfect for alfresco suppers, and a wood burner provides a warm and intimate space for chilly evenings. The cottage is equipped with a large TV, DVD player, and a selection of DVDs, books, and games for guests’ enjoyment. The owner’s fields are available for guests to use for outdoor activities or games.
Only 2½ miles away lies the historic market town of Holsworthy, featuring essential amenities such as a small Co-Op, local butchers, fresh grocers, pharmacy, pet shop, cafes, and pubs. Holsworthy also offers an 18-hole golf course, an indoor swimming pool, and a small leisure centre. The coastal town of Bude, just 15 minutes away, provides additional attractions, including a sea pool, a historic castle, various restaurants, shops, cafes, local arts, and an activities centre. Tamar Lakes offer a range of water sports and fishing opportunities.
Little Derril’s strategic location allows easy access to the coastal path, inviting guests to explore charming fishing villages and spectacular beaches such as Padstow, Tintagel, Crackington Haven, Westward Ho!, Clovelly, and Instow. For a memorable day out, the renowned Eden Project is within reach. The beach is 8½ miles away, and a shop is 2½ miles away, while a pub and restaurant are within half a mile.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
