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.
St Mawes, EnglandLocated in central St Mawes village, Halcyon is a stunning holiday home by the sea offering luxurious and spacious accommodation for eight guests. Walk up the few steps and into Halcyon, and you’ll be welcomed into the ample open-plan ground floor living space. Comprising a modern kitchen-dining area and contemporary living space with feature wood burner and a beautiful bay window from which you can enjoy those spectacular sea views. The modern fully-fitted kitchen will be a highlight for any budding foodie with a large Rangemaster double electric oven with gas hob to cook on, and plenty of worktop space. The stylish dining area offers seating for eight, so the whole family can enjoy evening meals and lunches together, or if you prefer your breakfast on the go, there’s also a lovely breakfast bar. From the kitchen, double doors lead out onto the large, sunny rear garden and spacious patio area with table and chairs - perfect for al fresco dining or catching those rays of sunshine - and a private lawned area filled with a variety of shrubs and plants—the ideal space for letting children run off steam at the end of a day’s adventure. There is also a useful outdoor shower, which is perfect for washing down paddleboards, wetsuits, and sandy toes.
Taking the stairs to the first floor, you’ll find the cottage’s three bedrooms, the master located at the front of the property is spacious and bright with a super-king size bed and doors that lead out onto an amazing balcony providing superb views over St Mawes Bay and is an idyllic spot to enjoy your morning cuppa! The second bedroom has a large king-size bed, hanging space and chest of drawers, and the third, spacious bedroom offers a single bed with underneath pull out and separate bunk beds - which are great for younger children or teenagers. On this floor, you’ll also find the luxurious family bathroom plus a second shower room.
St Mawes village offers a variety of shops, art galleries, pubs and restaurants, all within walking distance from the property. From St Mawes harbour, you can take the ferry across the bay to Falmouth for more shopping, attractions and beaches, or staying on the Roseland, the pretty villages of Portscatho and Portloe are within easy reach by car. The Roseland Peninsula offers plenty to do, including sailing, kayaking and beautiful walks along the South West Coastal Path.
For larger families or group bookings, Lavausa (sleeps 8) is next door, and both cottages can be booked together.£138From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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- Downderry, EnglandNestled within the owner’s private grounds, adjoining the dog-friendly beach and enjoying stunning sea views, this wonderful holiday home is in the most fabulous location for fun-filled family holidays and allows some flexibility of twin or double beds on request.
West Yardley (UK31200) accommodates up to 11 guests. On the ground floor is a twin bedroom an en-suite wet room with shower seat and grab rails, ideal for those with mobility issues. On the first floor are a family bathroom and a further three bedrooms, one of which boasts a private balcony, tea making facilities and an en-suite shower room. The open plan living space features a good-sized kitchen area and a living area with a sofa bed.
The property features a private terrace accessed from the living area, offering marvellous sea views. Outside, there is a direct beach frontage and the properties are privately situated in established gardens, commanding an outstanding 180-degree panorama over the waters. Outside in the beautiful gardens the house has its own garden furniture with a barbecue, perfect for summer evenings. There is storage available for bikes or beach equipment, and an outside shower and dog washing station. Within the private grounds are a number of seating areas including a beach shack which features a rather impressive wood burner. Named Beach View, by night you can sit and enjoy the sunset and the silver moonlight shimmering on the sea.
The lovely village of Downderry features a restaurant, pub, coffee shop and a small shop all within a short walk. Ramblers will enjoy the scenic coastal footpath leading to the charming fishing ports and villages with quays. Looe is within easy reach and scenic Polperro is an enchanting village with quaint, traffic-free lanes and a fishing harbour surrounded with traditional inns and fisherman’s cottages. Take a stroll through the beautiful valley and woodland heading towards Hessenford or explore the coast and its fascinating rock pools between Downderry and Seaton, where there are pubs and a beach café. As one of the most easily accessed parts of Cornwall, you can usually expect to be on the beach just an hour after the Exeter M5 junction 31. Beach 50 yards. Shop and restaurant 170 yards, pub 100 yards.
East Yardley House is in the same spacious grounds so the properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 19 guests.£91From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Penzance, EnglandNone£115From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Newquay, EnglandZinc occupies a supreme location on the headland overlooking the legendary Fistral Beach and provides the ultimate sanctuary to relax, unwind and enjoy the seasons.
Seashells is situated on the third floor and benefits from two balconies overlooking the golf course and Fistral beach from the living area and bedrooms. Each balcony has a table and chairs allowing you to relax and enjoy the slower pace of life. There is allocated underground parking at this property.
Taking its inspiration from Miami’s South Beach district, it provides a new standard in contemporary living and has been designed to complement its unique location, providing a tranquil space, yet keeping pace with the cosmopolitan lifestyle that’s on offer in Newquay.
The open plan living space utilises the natural light and extensive glazing makes the most of the exceptional scenery. Comfort and convenience have been built in to provide you with a perfect base to pursue an active or relaxing lifestyle.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- St Ives, EnglandTaking some time out that’s just for you and those you love is important, and where better to do so than at Una Stannum 49? This contemporary 4-bedroom eco-lodge has a private terrace and is packed with features to ensure you enjoy every moment of your stay.
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and unwind at on-site Spa, where you can indulge in a pampering massage or facial, or soothe tired muscles in the sauna and steam room. Our therapists will be following government guidance coupled with industry best practice and recommended systems of procedures from Elemis and we are committed to offering the very best pamper experience to residents and locals, within those guidelines. The indoor swimming pool is the perfect place to enjoy some ‘me’ time with a leisurely dip.
Foodies will delight at the resort’s restaurant where you can treat yourself and your loved ones to a menu packed with regional specialities. Our award-winning restaurant is open, offering informal dining inspired by Mediterranean influences and our woodfired oven. Treat yourself to breakfast, lunch, dinner or take time out for a relaxing coffee or cocktail! There are plenty of options for vegetarians on offer too. The focus here is on making the most of the freshest local produce, and you’re sure to find plenty to tempt your taste buds. You could even hire a private chef to really spoil yourselves with a gourmet dinner on the terrace as the sun goes down.
After all that indulgence, you’ll find a fitness suite on-site where you can stay in tip-top shape, or enjoy a leisurely 15-minute stroll to watch the sunset on the golden sandy shores of Carbis Bay.£158From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Newquay, EnglandHorizons features a superb location overlooking Newquay yet it is just a short walk into the town centre and some of the best beaches in the area. Horizons is found on Mount Wise and is a perfect location for exploring Newquay and North Cornwall.
10 Horizons is a stunning apartment which has been newly refurbished. It is located on the first floor and can be accessed by the lift. It offers beautiful sea and coastal views from the panoramic living room window and also from both bedrooms, and there is also an allocated car parking space in the underground car park.
Newquay offers sights and attractions to entertain everyone – from stunning coastal walks and the finest golf courses to the Extreme Sports Academy and surfing at the many world famous beaches. The Eden Project, the Lost Gardens of Heligan and the National Maritime Museum are also close by. There is a choice of restaurants including Rick Stein’s restaurants in Padstow.£85From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Liskeard, EnglandSet in the gently undulating foothills of Bodmin Moor, Rosecraddoc Manor boasts a history that dates back to the Domesday Book. Rebuilt in the 1820s it is Grade II listed, together with the two bridges in the grounds – one of which forms part of the entrance drive. The manor house and coach house have been converted into apartments, all furnished and equipped to a very high standard, with many luxurious touches that will appeal to the most discerning of visitors. Access to the front door of the Manor is by three stone steps. Some of the accommodation features four poster beds, some offer spa baths and some offer saunas.
Heron is a first floor studio-style apartment, whilst Riverview and Riverbank enjoy a secluded position on the banks of the small cascading river, with pretty aspects across the river and parkland towards the lake – these two cottages include special features to make them suitable for wheelchair users.
Lakeview stands about 75 yards from the manor, in an enviable position overlooking the fishing lake, and enjoys particularly beautiful views from its first floor living room and large balcony.
Rosecraddoc Manor is surrounded by 35 acres of natural gardens and bluebell woods that beckon to you to stroll along its footpaths. The lake is well stocked for coarse fishing, with carp, roach and bream, and the all weather tennis court can be enjoyed April – October. There are several pubs locally.
Looe, with its many attractions is just 8 miles away whilst historic Plymouth with its city attractions and the Eden Project are both about 20 miles. Shop and pub 1½ miles.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Saint Dennis, EnglandPerfectly situated to enjoy the benefits of Cornwall and sitting quietly behind the converted chapel, overlooking the Cornish countryside, this converted Sunday School provides an ideal holiday base from which to explore the county. Cycling and walking on the official ’Clay Trails’ within the area are a must, along which you can explore the area and even reach the world famous Eden Project. St Austell, with its leisure centre, is approximately 6 miles, as is the village of Charlestown, home to ’tall ships’ and a shipwreck heritage museum that houses artefacts from the Titanic. To the north of the property, the fishing village of Padstow, with its numerous restaurants (local seafood is a speciality), is easily accessible. Also available is bike hire (the famous Camel Trail), fishing trips and diving. Newquay, with its excellent surfing beaches, is approximately 12 miles away. On the south coast, the ancient fishing port of Fowey is within 10 miles and was home to Daphne Du Maurier. Fowey has many events throughout the year, such as the Du Maurier festival and the Fowey Royal Regatta. It is also home to many galleries, pubs, restaurants and shops. Sea fishing, sailing and diving trips are available locally. Bodmin Moor is also close by and provides an excellent location for horse riding, walking and mountain biking. The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Lanhydrock House, Restormel Castle and Crealy Adventure Park are all within an easy drive. Beach 6 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£141From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Camborne, EnglandPennard is a spacious detached bungalow, built around a central courtyard, just two miles from the north coast and beaches of Portreath, Godrevy and Gwithian. The bungalow has four bedrooms, a large master bedroom with en-suite and a further main bathroom and additional wet room. An additional sitting room can be converted to use as an additional bedroom. Pennard is in a peaceful area and ideally located for visiting both the rugged north coast and the tranquil coves and creeks of the south coast. Close to Tehidy Country Park and Golf Course and the fabulous surf beach of Portreath. Easy access to the flat, private and enclosed rear garden and patio. Convenient for the A30 which enables visitors to explore the county with ease: Falmouth with the National Maritime Museum, St Ives with the Tate Gallery, Penzance with the nearby fishing harbour of Newlyn and Mousehole with its art galleries. Visit Lands End, the north coast, ideal for surfing enthusiasts, and the south coast perfect for sailing, fishing and coastal walks. Shops ¼ mile, pub 1 mile and restaurant 2 miles.£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Penzance, EnglandThis barn conversion, adjacent to the owner’s home, is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in a tranquil, secluded location. This is the ideal holiday location being just a 5-minute drive from Lands End, which boasts spectacular cliffs with breathtaking scenery, and the very popular Sennen beach, which enjoys good surf and spectacular sunsets. The white sand of this popular beach attracts families and keen surfers. St Just is the nearest town, just 3 miles away, and has a busy square with shops, a bakery, four pubs, craft shops and art galleries. The fishing village of Mousehole is 6 miles with its small sandy beach area, pretty harbour, narrow twisting streets lined with excellent restaurants and pubs, or slightly further is St Ives, 12 miles. Penzance is also worth a visit, with its wealth of amenities including museums, fishing, golf, tennis and horse riding, as well as day trips to the Isles of Scilly. St Michael’s Mount at Marazion is a further 3 miles from Penzance. There is easy access to spectacular walks in the surrounding countryside and the coastal path to Cape Cornwall in one direction and Land’s End in the other. For cultural enthusiasts the St Ives Tate Gallery is on offer or the open air Minack Theatre at Porthcurno. The area has a number of golf courses, watersports, cycle hire and sub-tropical gardens to explore. Shop and pub 3 miles.£118From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
