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.
Mevagissey, EnglandThis spacious, stylish, detached, single storey holiday property lies adjacent to the owners’ home with its own access and private garden set within a ¾ acre plot. It enjoys an enviable position with panoramic sea views and spectacular sunrises can be seen across the bay. The coastal path passes close to the house leading to Gorran Haven in the West, and Mevagissey in the East, where sea fishing trips can be made or a ferry taken to Fowey. Places to visit include the Lost Gardens of Heligan, the Eden Project and many gardens and fine country houses. Truro is within easy reach and local activities include sailing, fishing, horse riding, golf, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and boat trips. Shop ½ mile, pub 500 yards.£133From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Mevagissey, EnglandSitting almost directly on the sand overlooking the beautiful beach of Gorran Haven, Beach Corner Cottage is as close to the sand as you can get. Lovingly restored by the owner, this 17th-century, semi-detached cottage has all you need for a great family getaway in a Cornish coastal village. The village of Gorran Haven makes a perfect holiday base for touring this stunning area, with many superb outdoor activities available, including fishing, sailing or walking the South West Coastal Path to Portmellon and onto Mevagissey, where a traditional lunch of crab sandwiches in one of the cafés or pubs can be enjoyed. Gorran Haven offers a shop/post office which supplies all the basic essentials, as well as freshly baked bread each morning. There is also a restaurant and pub within walking distance of the cottage.
A trip to Mevagissey with its fishing trips and famous Cornish pasty shops is a must, as is a visit to the Lost Gardens of Heligan. You can catch the seasonal ferry from the quay across St Austell Bay to the sea faring town of Fowey. The famous Eden Project near St Austell is also not be missed and is sure to keep visitors of all ages entertained. For beach lovers, this area is a paradise, offering secluded bays in addition to busier beaches, with many activities to enjoy including the sailing club at Porthpean and the beach activities in Pentewan, which is also the start of an off road cycle trail that can link up with a network of off road trails.
A visit to the Georgian harbour of Charlestown and the Shipwreck Museum makes for a pleasant way to spend an afternoon, as there are often tall ships in the harbour which is used as many TV and film sets. The golf courses of Porthpean, St Austell and Carlyon Bay are easily reached, and the coastal path passes the front door, so Beach Corner Cottage really is the perfect spot to enjoy this dramatic county. Beach 5 yards. Shop 20 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.£87From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Mevagissey, EnglandCamellia Cottage (ref UKC1411), once part of a country hotel, is an ideal holiday home for families or couples seeking somewhere to relax and get away from it all, yet be in an ideal location to explore an area referred to as the Cornish Riviera. This semi-detached property, in the grounds of the owners’ home, has a large roof terrace that is accessed from the living area, and provides the perfect spot to relax whilst overlooking the green fields that surround the cottage. Making up part of a former country hotel, set in a large garden, Bluebell (ref UK10273) is a single-storey terrace holiday home which makes the perfect bolt-hole for two, boasting an open plan living space and cosy bedroom.
If you can draw yourself away from this idyllic spot, then the area is rich and diverse in tourist attractions, both natural and man-made. The area has some beautiful sandy beaches in pretty coves, which are backed by pretty cliffs, providing the perfect family day out. The village of St Ewe with its own local pub is close by and for more choice, the fishing village of Mevagissey with its working harbour, narrow streets, fisherman’s pubs and cafés is a short drive.
With cliff walking, kayaking along the River Fowey, sailing and sea fishing from one of the many fishing villages close by, Camellia Cottage really is in the ideal location to enjoy all that Cornwall has to offer.
Caerhays Castle, and Porthluney Beach, are two beautiful little beaches that provide the perfect place for a moonlit stroll, or somewhere to practise building sandcastles with your little ones. A similar distance away will bring you to the world famous Lost Gardens of Heligan, the quaint fishing port of Mevagissey and the Georgian Port of Charlestown (with its resident tall ships). Further afield is the Eden Project, the capital city of Truro, St Mawes and the surfing beaches of Newquay.
The South Cornwall coast is home to many National Trust houses and gardens, which provide superb days out for all. Golf, horse riding, cycle hire and off road trails for walking and riding are all available close by. Beach 4 miles. Shop 1¾ miles, pub and restaurant ¾ mile.
These properties can be booked together to sleep up to 6 guests.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mevagissey, EnglandTreleaven Farm Cottages are quaint and cosy cottages in Mevagissey, Cornwall, located on the owner’s cattle and arable farm. Cherry Hills (ref UK12271) and Golden Meadows (ref UK12272) have both been decorated and furnished to a good standard and can be booked together or individually. Each has its own character and charm, and were previously farm buildings that have been lovingly restored. The complex is perfect for families and friends looking for a break by the sea, the views from the farm down to Mevagissey are stunning and this quiet, elevated location is only a 10-minute walk from the village’s pubs, shops and local restaurants.
Guests can venture out on foot and follow the many picturesque walks nearby, which offer beautiful coastal views and lead to sandy coves and beaches. Famous popular Cornish attractions are within easy reach of the property and include The Eden Project, The Lost Gardens of Heligan and Restormel Castle. The local beach is in Pentewen only 1½ miles away. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.£64From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mevagissey, EnglandWillow Barn is quite simply lovely! It is a very well-presented and finished holiday cottage set deep in a quiet rural location in the lush Cornish countryside, but only minutes from many pretty sandy beaches and coves. This ’upside down’ detached cottage provides the best views from the living area and balcony. It has a bright, stylish, open-plan living area with original beams and a large balcony through the bi-folding doors where you can relax with a glass of your favourite tipple. The owner lives adjacent and is on hand should you need advice or assistance during your stay.
The historic fishing village of Mevagissey is 3½ miles away, with narrow lanes that all seem to lead to the pretty, bustling, working harbour. Here you will find many great pubs serving local food and ales, quaint coffee shops, and some great local independent shops. The Lost Gardens of Heligan, a formerly overgrown and ‘lost’ gem of a garden, has been restored and is worth a visit, even if it’s to see the ‘jungle’ and play hide and seek with the kids.
There are pretty sub-tropical gardens to visit, stunning scenery, quaint fishing villages, and beaches, many with sailing, diving, and kayaking. Porthpean, 4 miles away, is a favourite with the locals who kayak along the coast looking for seals that bask on the quiet beaches. The Eden Project is another world-class attraction within easy reach. Fowey is nearby, a seafaring town and former home of Daphne Du Maurier. It makes a great day out, especially for the restaurants and the cafés. You can catch a ferry from here to Mevagissey in the high season (weather permitting) and is a great way to see the coastline of St Austell Bay.
There is a wealth of activities locally including surfing, sailing, swimming, walking, horseriding, and many cycle trails with bike hire available. For golfers, there are plenty of courses from St Austell to Carlyon Bay’s excellent links course with stunning sea views. Beach 4 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£72From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mevagissey, EnglandSeatons Rest has a wealth of character and charm, whilst also benefiting from a superb range of modern fixtures and fittings. The accommodation is only a matter of yards from the beach and is over two floors, with an open plan ground floor comprising a well-equipped kitchen area, living area with a wood burner and widescreen TV, and a dining area. The first floor has a large master bedroom with a feature fireplace, a twin bedroom and a modern wet room. The apartment also benefits from underfloor heating throughout. Outside is allocated parking for at least two vehicles together with a raised decking area.
Portmellon Cove is a delightful hidden gem with a sandy beach, a pub/restaurant and stunning coastline walks. The towns of Mevagissey and St Austell are within a short drive and offer a wide range of amenities including supermarkets, local shops, bars and restaurants as well as activities for the whole family. Within only a few miles of Portmellon Cove are some superb tourists attractions, including the world-famous Eden Project. Beach 200 yards.£67From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mevagissey, EnglandWelcome to Windmills; a truly stunning cottage set within a secluded coastal location close to the beautiful fishing port of Mevagissey. Once parked, walk up to your door with its charming gold seahorse door knocker.
Inside, all is revealed, a superb open-plan living space, with hand-crafted fixtures and fittings throughout. The kitchen is well-equipped, bright, and spacious with its own breakfast bar. The dining area accommodates six guests with ease whilst the living room has quality soft furnishings and sumptuous seating, a lovely wood burner for those chilly evenings, and a generous-sized TV. There is a useful utility room with a washing machine too. The stairs with their stylish black and white banisters lead up to the first floor from where the views become even more impressive. All three bedrooms offer en-suite facilities and underfloor heating; bedroom one has a king-size bed, TV, walk-in shower, and, oh, those sea views! Bedroom two, with its charming mint green colour scheme, has a kingsize zip and link facility, sea views, a quirky sun-funnel, and a walk-in shower. The third bedroom is quite delightful in subtle pink hues, with a double bed, shower, and superb hand-made vanity units. Venture outside and you will find a secluded space with garden furniture, ideal for morning coffee before you set off!
The hot tub is in an idyllic setting with room for eight guests, and offers a wondrous view towards Mevagissey harbour. Then, of course, you have your own sympathetically restored railway carriage! With super lighting and electric sockets. You can take a ferry from Mevagissey to Fowey, an ancient port set within beautiful surroundings and full of charm. Visit St Austell, a town with many amenities and visible links to the once-thriving mining industry here.
The Wheal Martyn Museum is well worth a visit, whilst the world-renowned Eden Project is a short drive away; here huge Biomes protect the world’s largest indoor rainforest and so much more besides! Wherever your adventures take you, you are truly spoilt for choice and at the day’s end, retire home to Windmills, an unforgettable and very special place. Beach 2 miles.£187From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mevagissey, EnglandSituated in the village of Grampound, Bluebell Barn is a stunning barn conversion with an open plan living space ideal for families to enjoy. With a fully equipped modern kitchen, dining space and cosy living room area this property caters for up to six people in amazing comfort.
Upstairs are three bedrooms and the family bathroom. The master bedroom has a kingsize bed and en-suite bathroom with shower. The second bedroom houses a double bed and the third with a child friendly set of bunk beds and a Smart TV to keep younger guests entertained. The well-appointed family bathroom has a shower over bath. On the ground floor is an additional WC as well as a utility room with a washing machine, tumble dryer and microwave. To the front of the property is a courtyard garden that has plenty of furniture for alfresco gatherings and meals. Cosy up around the firepit when the nights draw in. There is also a garage available for storage of bikes and surfboards etc. Bluebell Barn is also happy to accept one well behaved dog.
Grampound sits almost equally between the city of Truro and the town of St Austell. The famous Eden Project is only 10 miles away and Lost Gardens of Heligan just 5 miles. From here you can explore the fabulous Roseland Peninsula and a host of picturesque villages and beaches. Pentewan beach is 6 miles away or travel past there onto the fishing village of Mevagissey with its working harbour, shops, and places to eat. The local pub is just across the road from the barn and provides good food and a warm welcome. Beach 6 miles. Pub and restaurant 300 yards.£64From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mevagissey, EnglandA delightful, dog-friendly, ground floor barn conversion with a family in permanent residence above. Lower Stables has been lovingly decorated with plenty of character features and quality appliances. With its tiled floor, original ceiling beams and plenty of windows letting the light in the open plan living space is warm and inviting, a great place to spread out and relax after a busy day exploring. The well-equipped kitchen, with Rangemaster cooker is a dream to cook in, why not cook up a holiday feast and dine al fresco! There are three stylishly decorated bedrooms, one double, one twin and one single room. The south-facing patio garden is a real sun trap, fire up the barbeque and enjoy an evening under the stars. All set in a quiet rural location with great access to the delights of the Roseland.
The village of Tregony is often referred to as the ’gateway to the Roseland’. The extensive Fore Street is a relic from the days when this was a busy port and market town with considerable traffic. The port has long since silted up due partly to china clay workings up stream, but Tregony has retained its charm. The magical Lamorran Woods are alive with bluebells in the spring, and you are as likely to pass deer or pheasants as you are motorists along this stretch of the Roseland. The Lost Gardens of Heligan, the Eden Project and the city of Truro are only a short drive away. Heading further into the Roseland, you can find sandy beaches at Pendower, Cream Teas at Mellinsey Mill near Veryan, sailing, and boat trips in St Mawes. Beach 4½ miles.£62From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mevagissey, EnglandSet in a superb location overlooking Pentewan Harbour, you will find this delightful, spacious cottage with an abundance of character and many original features. As you approach the stone steps, you will see the pretty garden opposite the cottage, perfect for savoring morning coffee or enjoying a favourite beverage as the sun sets on the horizon. Inside, you will find an open plan living space with a quaint kitchen area with all you need to prepare light meals to hearty feasts, a large, deep, and very comfortable sofa to sink into, and a gorgeous wood burner set within an original stone fireplace. There are lovely harbour views from the kitchen and dining table too. Venture upstairs and you will find two beautifully decorated bedrooms, with sumptuous beds adorned with quality linens. Bedroom one has a king-size bed, with sea views. Bedroom two has a double bed with harbour views. There is a wonderful family bathroom with a bath and shower over. Steep stairs lead up to the second floor where the master bedroom boasts a beautiful kingsize bed, sofa, and en-suite bathroom.
At the bottom of the steps from the cottage, there is a wonderful café, whilst a pub is a short walk away. You can stroll to the beach and take in the views or away from the village there is a plethora of fun days to be found. The South West Coast Path offers beautiful walks and provides outstanding clifftop vistas, whilst the beautiful Lost Gardens of Heligan and unique Biomed Eden Project are must-visits. To the north lies Charlestown, timeless and with its small fleet of tall ships, a popular location for many films and TV series. There are some excellent restaurants here and the Shipwreck Museum.
The town of St. Austell has many amenities and shops, along with many visual links to the once incredible mining industry here, whilst inland the town of Bodmin, with its chilling jail experience and heritage railway await you. The Moor of the same name offers mystical and atmospheric surroundings with its tors and rock formations. Beach 200 yards.£133From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
