Dog-Friendly Holidays Cornwall

This 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.

Only a 250 yard walk from the beautiful sandy beach of Whitesand Bay, this row of furnished holiday properties commands magnificent views from the top of the high dunes over the bay and Sennen Cove. On a quiet lane leading only to the cliffs, they have been very tastefully converted from a spacious Victorian house and are stunningly set in several acres of shared natural grounds; home to a wonderful variety of wildlife which can easily be seen from the steep, private beach path and the cottages themselves. Free beach gear is available to borrow (surfboards, buckets and spades, windbreaks, plus some wetsuits) and there is private storage for visitors’ own equipment. The beach at Whitesand is magnificent and offers a splendid mile of sand which has been awarded Blue Flag status and is excellent for surfing (lifeguards operate throughout the summer). There is a ban on dogs from 1st May to 30th September but dogs are permitted year round on nearby Gwenver Beach, the next beach along the coast path. Sennen Cove, ½ mile, is a picturesque little fishing village looking out over the bay. It offers shops, pub, restaurants, even a lifeboat station, all within walking distance. There are some beautiful walks along the coast towards Cape Cornwall in one direction, and beyond Land’s End in the other.
The famous outdoor Minack Theatre is only 3 miles away and Penzance, 7 miles, boasts a mainline station, shops, inns, swimming-pool, sailing and tennis. There is a golf course at St Just, 4 miles, and facilities for squash and badminton are available locally. Picturesque St Ives (a renowned haunt of artists) is 15 miles away along the spectacular north coast. The Carn Towan cottages are perfectly positioned for enjoying a Cornish holiday – and are cosily heated throughout, making them ideal for all-year-round breaks. Shops ½ mile.
The properties can be booked together to accommodate larger parties.

Delightful ground floor apartment in the historic Cornish town of Penzance. En-suite, pet-friendly. Ideal romantic retreat. Plenty of places to see and explore nearby. St Ives 8 miles.

Superb first floor apartment in the heart of Penzance in Cornwall. Pet-friendly, off road parking. Convenient base for families with plenty to see and do nearby. St Ives 8 miles.

Located in Chapel Street, just a short stroll from the sea front and harbour, guests can walk to a wide variety of restaurants, pubs, art galleries and individual shops. The property appeals to families, couples and friends looking for a comfortable base from which to explore the coastal treasures of west Cornwall. It is conveniently located for guests arriving by train as the station is just minutes away.
This historic town house sits at the seaward end of Chapel Street. It has been lovingly restored, and there are glimpses of the sea and harbour from different levels and rooms of the house. It has a period open fireplace, an original Cornish granite frontage and wooden sash windows, but has been renovated and furnished with up-to-date luxuries. Underfloor heating and an open fire makes a snug, romantic shelter from the spectacular storms and seas that batter the promenade during the winter months.
This smart town house is perfect in spring and stunning in summer, with the art deco Jubilee Pool, just a minute’s walk from the front door. This triangular, open-air lido, filled with seawater, is an iconic feature of Penzance. Penzance is a sunny, bohemian coastal town, full of ancient nooks and crannies, old buildings and quirky streets. Nowhere is its character more vividly felt than on the town’s oldest street – the winding and atmospheric Chapel Street, which meanders down to the sea. The street is now lined with independent boutiques, antique shops, galleries, restaurants and pubs, all occupying centuries-old properties. Venture a few doors up to the one-time smugglers’ haunt, The Turk’s Head pub, one of the oldest pubs in Cornwall. Penzance looks out towards Mounts Bay and St Michael’s Mount, proudly perched on its rocky outcrop. It is open to the public and can be reached on foot via the causeway at low tide or by small ferry boat at high tide.
The promenade will lead you to the working fishing harbour at Newlyn, home of the famous Newlyn School of Art and Art Gallery. Continue along the coastal road to Mousehole, a quaint Cornish harbour and village with a small beach, harbour front restaurant, pub, arts and crafts shops, and tales of the famous Mousehole cat! Mousehole is great at Christmas and New Year with visitors flocking in to see the famous Christmas lights. The delights of west Cornwall include beautiful Lamorna Cove, Lands End, the sandy surfing cove of Sennen, and the romantic open air Minack Theatre, cut into the cliff face with the ocean as a back drop. There are many hidden coves and coastal paths, wildlife, bird marshes and daily trips to the beautiful Isles of Scilly. Beach ½ mile. Shop 250 yards, pub and restaurants 500 yards.

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The perfect base for couples and families looking to unwind and relax, with easy access to beautiful coastal areas, quaint harbours and major attractions. These gorgeous, two-storey barns have been lovingly re-built to provide two luxury, very indivudual and spacious holiday homes. Nestled in a quiet valley setting, accessed via a long private driveway ensuring cosy, comfortable all year round accommodation. With full eco-friendly, air source underfloor central heating, multi-fuel burner, high ceilings and underfloor eco-friendly air source central heating. The perfect choice, whatever the season.

Each barn provides a stunning, well-equipped kitchen with everything you need to relax and enjoy your stay in comfort. Chancer (ref UK11940) features high quality, wood-effect tiled floors, a spacious, high-end kitchen with extensive units including quality granite work tops, a comfortable bedroom with a kingsize bed and an en-suite offering a walk-in shower. No 3 The Barn (ref UK11941) retains an authentic feel with wooden floors and beams, and provides three spacious bedrooms with kingsize beds, one of which has the option to be converted to twin beds. Here there is a family bathroom with a free-standing bath, and a shower room with a walk-in shower.

Couples will love these barns for a summer holiday and are equally appealing in the winter months. Walk along the wild windy shoreline, storm watch and return to snuggle up in front of the cosy multi-fuel burner. Each property also offers a private patio area with garden furniture, a lovely place for some al fresco dining.

Garden lovers will be delighted with neighbouring Trewidden Gardens, within walking distance and complete with tea rooms. The area is perfect for exploring the many delights of West Cornwall and the barns are just a short distance from Newlyn, with its working fishing harbour and wonderful history. Newlyn also boasts an excellent selection of local pubs, all serving great food and local ales.

There are a host of cafés, shops, and a choice of supermarkets nearby, as well as a multi-screen cinema and meadery. The larger sea-faring town of Penzance has an eco-heated, art deco outdoor swimming pool, a great way to spend an afternoon. Drive round to the historic town of Marazion and walk across to St Michael’s Mount at low tide, or take a small ferry at high tide.

A daily ferry service operates from Penzance to the beautiful Isles of Scilly, or fly from nearby Lands End airport. The stunning village of Mousehole with its famous tales of the Mousehole Cat is just a short drive away, as is The Minack Theatre, which is an open air theatre with the ocean as a backdrop. Beach 1¾ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
UK11940, UK11941 and UK44397 can be booked together to accommodte up to 16 guests.

Beautiful views along the Cornish coast greet visitors to this single-storey, light and spacious property. The property features a split level, open plan living and dining area, each with bi-fold doors opening out onto patio areas, affording stunning sea views, with gardens front and back. Dog friendly, this is the perfect place from which to explore this unique part of Cornwall.
The house is tastefully furnished and comfortable all year round with a wood burner and central heating. Standing on the headland above the picturesque village of Port Gaverne, the house is a few steps from the north Cornwall coastal path. The beach at Port Gaverne is a 6-7 minute walk away and a little further is Port Isaac, with its huddle of slate houses and narrow alleyways.
The state-of-the-art kitchen is great for catering and cooking the fresh local produce. There are two excellent fish shops in Port Isaac that sell their daily catch of fish and shellfish; specialities are crab and lobster.
Local lamb, beef and pork are all available at the nearby farm shop, which has wonderful views overlooking the sea.
Famous now as the setting for the TV series ’Doc Martin’, Port Isaac is a working fishing village with shops, bars and several top-quality restaurants.
This area is now renowned as a ’foodie paradise’, with several celebrity chefs located here and the area is very well served by a whole variety of dining places to fit every pocket.
Close by is a hotel and next door is a bistro, which has indoor and outdoor dining. There are two Michelin starred restaurants in Port Isaac run by Nathan Outlaw. Nearby in Padstow is Paul Ainsworth’s Michelin starred restaurant and he has a great pub too. Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant and Cookery School are in Padstow. Rick Stein also has a number of other restaurants with varying price ranges.
This is an ideal spot for those who enjoy coastal walks, bird watching, golf, fishing, surfing, sailing, kayaking, cycling or just lazing on the beach. Polzeath’s famous surf attracts all comers, and its glorious sandy beach is just a short drive away. The cliffs, caves and rock pools are a children’s paradise.
Within an easy drive are Padstow, Tintagel, Boscastle, Bude and Wadebridge.
Wadebridge hosts one end of the Camel Trail, with a 5-mile dedicated cycle ride to Padstow on the old railway track, alongside the picturesque Camel Estuary. To the north stands Tintagel’s medieval castle and the quaint fishing village of Boscastle, with Crackington Haven and Bude a little further on. Inland lies Jamaica Inn and Bodmin Moor, the setting for the ’Poldark’ stories.
A few minutes’ walk away is a water sports centre, Cornish Rock Tors, based on the beach at Port Gaverne. They offer kayaking, paddle boarding and coasteering for individuals and groups. Polzeath’s famous surf attracts all comers, and its glorious sandy beach is just a short drive away. Water sports can be enjoyed at Rock, from where a passenger ferry crosses the Camel Estuary to the town of Padstow. Daymer Bay has another glorious sandy beach, and the golf course at St Enodoc is open to the public. John Betjeman, the late Poet Laureate, is buried at St Enodoc Church, with its twisted spire.
An ideal location. Dog friendly, this is the perfect setting for families to have fun and explore this unique part of Cornwall. Shop, pub, and restaurant nearby.