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.
Canworthy Water, EnglandNestled amidst glorious north Cornish countryside, yet just 7 miles from the breathtaking Heritage coastline, this delightful, spacious property is the perfect choice for family and friends to escape and relax in this tranquil location.
Barfield’s Cherry Tree Cottage is a converted stone barn, ideal for a family with children or couples looking for a cosy country retreat with the added benefit of two separate sitting rooms, each with its own TV and DVD player. One of the key features of this pretty holiday cottage is the use of the owners’ beautiful indoor heated swimming pool(1 minute’s walk from the cottage). The cottage has its own private patio-style garden to the front with a lovely sitting-out area and there is a small games roomavailable (1 minute’s walk from the cottage). The owners, who live close by, are themselves very accommodating and a lovely welcome pack is provided for guests.
The property is situated on a 35-acre smallholding with sheep, horses, chickens and ducks, close to Canworthy Water in the heart of rural Cornwall, and just a short drive from some superb coastal towns and beaches such as Bude and Crackington Haven. The pretty villages of Padstow, where the renowned chef Rick Stein boasts a superb seafood restaurant and deli shop; Port Isaac where Doc Martin was filmed, and Rock are all worth a visit. Mystical Tintagel with the legendary King Arthur’s Castle is close by, whilst the wild beauty of Dartmoor, Exmoor and Bodmin Moor are a must for walkers. For a great day out try Crealy Adventure Park and the famous Eden Project. Shop, pub and restaurant 4 miles.£121From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Stratton, EnglandJust 4 miles from Bude’s beaches and its many traditional seaside attractions, this very spacious and unusual, colonial-style holiday property has its own garden and commands wonderful views across the countryside towards Widemouth Bay and the sea. The setting on the main Holsworthy to Bude road is very convenient for exploring this delightful corner of North Cornwall.
As well as shops, inns, restaurants and its Historical and Folk Museum, Bude has three large sandy beaches popular with surfers (with lifeguard patrol in summer), one with a very large sea-water swimming pool. Its sports facilities include a superb 18-hole golf course, tennis and squash courts, Splash leisure centre and ten pin bowling. Delightful walking can be found nearby on the picturesque North Cornwall Coastal Footpath, and also along the towpath of Bude’s canal (the Planekeepers Path) – 3 miles of quiet level walking of special interest to wildlife and birdlife lovers which begins ½ mile from the property and leads to Summerleaze Beach in Bude. Fishing is also available in the canal (some of the finest coarse fishing waters in the west), and horse riding nearby. Further afield, but within easy driving distance, are the historic coastal villages of Boscastle, Tintagel, Hartland Quay and Clovelly. Shop and fish and chips takeaway ½ mile away, pub 1½ miles.£202From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Jacobstow, EnglandTake 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.£131From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bodmin, EnglandThe award-winning accommodation of Lower Trevorder Barns comprises the delightful Mill House ref TT3 and Lower Trevorder Barn ref TT2 with its superior level of comfort, size and style, set right in the heart of Cornwall, and converted to an exceptional standard. Originally built in the 1790s as a corn mill and hay loft, it is now an exquisite holiday retreat boasting a games room with pub-style pool table and full size table football. Oozing contemporary flair, this boutique home offers complete tranquillity. Nestled between the moorland villages of St Neot, Mount and the beautiful wooded valley of Cardinham, it is within a short driving distance of many of Cornwall’s fabulous attractions. Visit the Eden Project, Lanhydrock House (NT) and Golf Course, the harbour villages of Padstow, Looe and Fowey, or surf the North Cornwall Coastal beaches. The area is popular with cyclists who will enjoy the Bodmin Beast Trial, a 12-mile off-road mountain bike trail at Cardinham woods. There is something for everyone: children and adults, not forgetting a great selection of local pubs and fine dining restaurants. Remarkable attention has been taken at every corner to ensure that all the character and charm of the original features have been retained, including exposed beams and stone walls. Designed with sustainable tourism in mind, it is the overall winner of the Environment 2020 Bosch Worcester Awards for the innovative use of solar panels and ground source heat pumps. Sit with a glass of wine whilst enjoying the landscaped garden with large decked patios, al fresco dining, croquet and bowls on the lawn. Whether guests choose to snuggle up on one of the large sofas by the log fire or enjoy a BBQ overlooking the moors, they are in for a real treat. Afterwards, they can slip into the large, double-ended bath and indulge themselves with complimentary L’Occitaine body and hair products and wrap up in one of the bath robes! Local shops and country pub are just 2 miles.
Lower Trevorder Barn (TT2) and The Mill House (TT3) can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mawla, EnglandFriesian Valley Cottages (refs 28805, 28806, 31303, 31304 and 31287) are situated in the tranquil, rural hamlet of Mawla on the beautiful North Cornwall Coast. It is just a short drive from the golden sandy beaches of Portreath and Porthtowan where surf hire and lessons are available, and close to beautiful woodland walks and cycle paths. The owners live on-site and are on hand should you need advice or assistance during your stay.
These holiday cottages are beautifully refurbished and are perfectly located for exploring the rugged north coast with its surf, coastal paths and long stretches of sandy beaches, and the south coast with its hidden coves and tranquil sailing waters. The area is popular with walkers as the site is close to the National Trust coastal path and just a few yards from the Coast to Coast Mineral Tramway. Cycle hire available close by.
The area is perfect for fishing, birdwatching, golf, sailing and surfing, or simply relaxing. There are a number of popular attractions and National Trust houses and gardens close by. It is a short drive to Falmouth with its busy harbour and town, Pendennis Castle and The National Maritime Museum. Take the scenic coastal train from nearby St Erth along the coastline into St Ives, which has several, lovely individual shops, pubs and cafés. There is a beautiful long stretch of beach and sand dunes at Hayle, leading up to the famous lighthouse of Godrevey and Gwithian where, if you are lucky, you will see the seals basking on the beach. Explore the 250 acres of woodland, footpaths and small lakes at Tehidy Country Park. Beach 1½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bude, EnglandJust a short walk from Crooklets Beach and the glorious coastal path in the popular seaside town of Bude, this delightful Grade II listed holiday cottage nestles in a small hamlet and is the perfect choice for a family escape or a relaxing retreat with friends. Dating back to the 14th century and boasting its own large walled garden, Tremaer retains many original features, including exposed beams, stained glass, and a large stone fireplace with clome bread ovens. The welcoming family kitchen houses an Aga and on cooler evenings the wood burner gives the spacious living room a cosy glow.
A separate stable conversion provides a games room with pool table, table tennis and video player. Although not detached this spacious holiday property has a feeling of seclusion and the two en-suite master bedrooms make it ideally suitable for two families.
Dramatically perched on the North Cornish Coast, Bude retains its Victorian charm whilst offering something for everyone. In addition to a wealth of shops, inns (pub ½ mile) and restaurants, Bude (1 mile) offers 3 large sandy beaches, popular with sun bathers, surfers, and families alike - one beach even has a large seawater swimming pool. There is an 18-hole golf course, Splash leisure centre with fun pool, tennis, squash, and ten-pin bowling in Bude. Delightful walking can be found along the coast, with the North Cornwall Coastal Footpath offering pleasant scenery and opportunities for birdwatching and fishing. Horse riding is also available nearby. A trip to the ruined castle of Tintagel, set upon its rocky outcrop and bearing legends of King Arthur and Camelot, should certainly feature on any itinerary.
For those seeking to get away from it all, the wild heaths and moors of Dartmoor beckon further afield – here visitors can walk amid some of Britain’s most unspoilt landscapes. Situated in an ideal spot for touring the whole of Devon and Cornwall. Shop ½ mile.£125From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Liskeard, EnglandSituated in a tranquil hamlet just over 8 miles from the coast, these four beautiful cottages have been converted from barns dating back to 1824, and retain many original features. Tregrill Farm, where the owner lives on-site, is ideally located for visiting the whole of Cornwall, South Devon, Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor, with countryside walks accessible directly from the door. The stunning South Cornwall coast, with its attractive fishing villages such as Polperro and Looe as well as the famous South West Coastal Path, is a short drive away. The fishing port of Looe can also be reached by taking the scenic train journey from Liskeard, 2 miles away. The maritime city of Plymouth is only a 30-minute drive away with the National Marine Aquarium and its historic Barbican district. The fantastic Eden Project, 10 miles, Cotehele and the Lost Gardens of Heligan are amongst the many wonderful Cornish gardens and historic houses which are within easy reach of Tregrill Farm. The Rame Peninsula, known as Cornwall’s Forgotten Corner, is close by with picturesque villages and quiet beaches and Whitsand Bay, which is popular with surfers, is only 12 miles away. Water sports such as windsurfing, canoeing and fishing can also be enjoyed at Siblyback Lake, 5 miles; Adrenalin Quarry and karting are less than a mile away. Beach 8¾ miles. Shop and pub ½ mile, restaurant 1 mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 20 guests.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bude, EnglandA beautiful detached house resting on the outskirts of Stibb, near Bude in Cornwall. Large garden. Open-plan. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Bude 2.9 miles; Widemouth Bay 5.8 miles; Tintagel 20.8 miles.£351From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Newquay, EnglandTolcarne Beach is one of Newquay’s eleven beaches and is only a 4-minute walk from the front door of this spacious, beautifully refurbished family home. Situated on a quiet road, this holiday home has everything you will need from ample parking and an electric car charging point, to an enclosed garden with an outdoor kitchen where you can cook the fish you catch on one of the day boats that leave the nearby harbour daily.
The property has also been awarded a Customer Choice Award for the 3rd year running and the games room, with table football, pool table and darts will keep everyone entertained. There is ample space for hanging wet suits and the downstairs shower room ideal for freshening up, ready to do it all again tomorrow! The beach has surf hire and a great bar/restaurant which sits right on the sand providing the perfect spot for the family in this Cornish coastal town. From Tolcarne Beach you can walk left into Newquay or turn right to walk to Lusty Glaze and into Porth Beach. A stunning walk, all the way along the beach when the tide is out.
Newquay is renowned for its surf culture and it never disappoints, with 50-year old surf shops offering body boarding, paddle boarding and sea kayaking, and plenty of surf schools and hire centres dotted around the bay. Newquay also offers tennis clubs, leisure centres and an indoor trampoline centre. Enjoy a short stroll from the house around the boating lakes in the nearby park which has plenty of cafés, or try horse riding along the banks of the Gannel Estuary. The shops, cafés, bars and restaurants of Newquay are a short stroll away. Why not try the coastal drive passing many secluded beaches, many of which are home to seals? Go past the coves and up to Padstow, a culinary centre with Michelin starred eateries and great fish and chips dotted along the narrow lanes that lead to the pretty harbour. Newquay has a great cinema, a theatre, many shops and a golf club overlooking Fistral Beach so there’s always something to occupy everyone. Beach 250 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£116From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Fowey, EnglandIn a prominent position overlooking the picturesque fishing village of Polruan, this stunning property invites you to embark on a truly unforgettable coastal retreat. Perched on the hillside of the estuary with panoramic views of Fowey, this residence is a harmonious blend of elegance and comfort.
As you step into the first floor, be captivated by the breathtaking sight of the bustling harbour below, a spectacle that unfolds from the moment you enter. Immerse yourself in luxury with underfloor heating beneath exquisite tiles that adorn every level.
The first floor boasts a twin bedroom with a TV and en-suite featuring a double walk-in shower. Additionally, there’s a double bedroom with en-suite double shower and a kingsize room with a bath and shower over, all boasting a luxurious feel. Descend to the ground floor, where a spacious living room welcomes you with a massive corner sofa, a separate sofa, and a smart TV, total relaxation. Open the doors to your private balcony and soak in the beauty of your surroundings. The well-appointed kitchen/dining room features state-of-the-art cooking appliances, a breakfast area, and a centre island, whilst offering stunning views from the dining table, this room is a real hub to engage and enjoy. A convenient loo and a utility room with ample space for laundry complete this floor.
Continue your journey to the lower ground floor, where luxury awaits. A bedroom with a super kingsize bed, a free-standing bath, and a walk-in shower awaits, complemented by twin sink vanity units and access to a fabulous sauna with ample seating. Another kingsize bedroom with en-suite and TV, a games room with a TV and pool table, and floor pouffés for relaxation complete this level. Outside, the patio balconies beckon you for alfresco dining against an iconic backdrop. Crisp white quality linens grace every room, ensuring your stay is one of unparalleled comfort. The sloping garden, with its steps and drops, adds to the charm of this property.
Perfect for families and friends, this luxury seaside haven is ideally located. Access enchanting Fowey via a foot ferry, explore cobbled streets, boutique shops, and savour a drink by the harbour. Adventure seekers can delight in kayaking, fishing, golf, coastal walks, and cycling. With the Eden Project and many National Trust sites nearby, and sandy shores just 1¼ miles away, this retreat promises an idyllic escape in a sought-after location.£226From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
