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.
Falmouth, EnglandBlackthorn Cottage is a delightful, spacious, cosy and comfortable, single-storey barn conversion with high ceilings, sky lights and solid wood floors, and is perfect for a relaxing holiday.
This is a peaceful location with easy access to miles of coastal paths and some of Cornwall’s most beautiful beaches including Swan Pool Beach, the beautiful sheltered beach at Maenporth cove and Gyllingvase white sandy beach with crystal clear waters. There are beach cafes, restaurants and fish restaurants, and water sports are available on many of the beaches.
The main bustling town and harbours of Falmouth is just minutes away, with its prestigious marinas attracting some of the world’s leading racing yachts and ocean going vessels. The port of Falmouth is the third deepest natural harbour in the world. The town has an excellent choice of restaurants, bistros, tea rooms, cafés and pubs. Events Square is home to the National Maritime Museum with various events throughout the year, including the lively Sea Shanty week, Oyster Festival and food and music festivals.
Falmouth has a multi screen cinema, theatre, bowling, golf course and cycle hire with a number of old tram line cycle trails running from the south coast across to the north coast.
Take the train from Falmouth to the cathedral city of Truro to experience great shops, markets, cinema and theatre with a great selection of restaurants and pubs serving great food.
Water taxis will take you across the estuary to St Mawes and the riverside village of Flushing, or take one of the local boats to explore the beautiful River Helford and creeks. Enjoy a thrilling Sea Safari to watch dolphins, basking sharks, seals and much more.
Visit the beautiful sub tropical gardens at Trebah, Glendurgan and Trelissick, or discover many National Trust and English Heritage properties including Pendennis Castle with its twin St Mawes Castle across the estuary.
The area is perfect for exploring south Cornwall, the stunning coves and pretty villages on the Lizard Peninsula, and the rugged north coast, popular with surfers. Shops and pub 2 miles, restaurant 1 mile.£65From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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- Lostwithiel, EnglandWithin the magnificent country grounds of Lanwithan Estate, lies Poundhouse. This charming property is steeped in history, having once housed the pound for cider production alongside the laundry press, an important hub for the manor house. Bright and airy, this ground floor property comprises of an open plan kitchen diner, with an excellent range of equipment. The living space invites relaxation with super-comfy seating. There are two stylish bedrooms, one boasting a kingsize bed, perfect for a refreshing night’s rest after a busy day exploring this incredible place. Bedroom two has twin beds, whilst the bathroom has a bath for that all important leisurely soak with electric shower over. The outside space is sublime, with a vast, enclosed shared garden with views across to the Fowey Valley beyond.
The holiday cottages are tucked away within the extensive grounds of the impressive Georgian manor house dating back to the early 19th century. Mature oak, beech and chestnut shelter the magnificent Magnolia and Rhododendron trees, luscious camellia and dazzling azalea along the shaded crisscross woodland paths. The well-established gardens and borders are full of seasonal colour to feast the eye, while the open grass areas invite to a picnic or a ball game. Take the short walk to picturesque Lostwithiel, an ancient stannary town on the meandering Fowey River. It is the popular Antiques Capital of Cornwall with many quirky gift and craft shops as well as a regular farmers’ market. Refreshments are readily available from several excellent local restaurants, pubs, cafes and take aways.
The riverside park is perfect for a summer stroll, with the river the home of trout, salmon and sea bass. The breath-taking Luxulyan Valley, with visual reminders of mining long gone and the world famous Eden Project are must visits, the latter protecting under its huge biomes, the world’s largest indoor rainforest. The nearest beach is at Par, with a long stretch of golden sand backed by dunes and rugged inlets and caves to explore. Fowey, within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, has narrow streets, with boutique shops and fantastic restaurants, whilst St Austell, with historic Charlestown and Carlyon Bay with its far-reaching vistas is a joy to behold.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Portreath, EnglandHeatherstone is a spacious, detached family home providing extended family and friends with an ideal property in which to spread out and relax. The property is close to Tehidy Country Park with over 250 acres of woodland, walks, wildlife trails and a golf course. The popular beach destinations of Portreath and Porthtowan are close by, and both offer excellent beach cafés and host a range of events.
The house sits in a quiet, prestigious, residential area behind two large gates and there is ample parking for at least 5 cars. The enclosed rear garden and patio provide the perfect spot for al fresco dining or simply offer a great place in which to unwind and relax after a busy day on the beach or exploring the local area. The house is a real family home with a comfortable living room with a large wall mounted TV, a cosy gas real flame fire and wide patio doors leading out to the garden. There is a well-equipped kitchen and dining room/conservatory with direct access to the garden.
There are miles of coastal paths to explore and great road links ensuring guests can visit both the north and south coasts with ease. The area attracts walkers and cyclists with the Coast to Coast trail, which follows the path of an old tramway from Deveron on the south coast to Portreath on the north coast. Bike hire is available locally.
The family friendly beach at Portreath has a wide expanse of sand and a small harbour area. There are good local shops, a bakery, two pubs and choice of take away. Head slightly south to Gwithian and the famous lighthouse at Godrevy sits proudly on its rocky outcrop. The area attracts seals, dolphins, basking sharks and is a great spot for bird watchers, with the wide estuary at Hayle and marshes at nearby Marazion. Take the scenic coastal train from St Erth into St Ives, home of the Tate St Ives and Barbara Hepworth Museum. Here you will find a great choice of restaurants, bars, cafés and art galleries. Do not miss the picturesque harbour and stunning beaches that attract visitors all year round. Beach 2 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£93From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bodmin, EnglandThis spacious, end-terraced barn conversion is set around a courtyard in a little cluster of holiday properties. Hidden away in a quiet rural location, the property is nestled within the delightful Ruthern Valley, midway between Bodmin and Wadebridge and the North and South Cornwall coast. This lovely property is perfect for families or friends, at any time of the year. The living room is spacious and light, with comfortable furnishings, a retro Atari games console and a big open fire for cosy autumn and winter breaks in the countryside. Dogs are welcome at Rosemary Cottage, and the rear garden has a large decking area with a sloping lawn but is fully enclosed making it ideal for your family pooches. The garden also includes a box of beach items such as body boards, buckets, spades and beach toys for guests to use.
The property is ideally located within easy reach of the delights of Cornwall. Nearby is Withiel Church, often used as a backdrop in the German TV series of Rosamunde Pilcher’s novels. To the north-west, Padstow is home to an array of shops, pubs, restaurants and a popular cycle trail. Fans of Doc Martin will be drawn to the beautiful Port Isaac, which is where the TV series was filmed. The villages of Rock and Polzeath are also well worth a visit, and further down the coast is Newquay with its fantastic beaches and surfing opportunities. An afternoon spent exploring Cardinham Woods or the family friendly Old Hill Bike Park are a must for cyclists while Bodmin Moor offers some fantastic walking routes. The fabulous National Trust property Lanhydrock House is just a short drive away and the Eden Project is only a 25-minute drive away. Beach 14 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 4 miles.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- 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
Orchard Pl, EnglandTucked away in a quiet pedestrian lane in the historic quarter of Newlyn, Bucca Cottage, once an original fisherman’s cottage (built in 1852), provides comfortable and well-presented semi-detached holiday accommodation. Newlyn is steeped in Cornish tradition, famous for fishing and art, for which the light and scenery provide the perfect backdrop. The cottage is just a short distance from the Newlyn Art Gallery and the seafront. The world-famous Newlyn School of Art provides exceptional tuition offering short courses from beginners to the more advanced. The area is becoming a popular destination with foodies, notably Mackerel Sky and the much acclaimed Tolcarne pub, which has been transformed by top chef Ben Tuncliffe into a first-class gastro pub. A great selection of pubs, eateries, and shops are on the doorstep, providing local fresh fish from Newlyn’s fish market, traditional Cornish food and ales, cafés, tea rooms, and a traditional fish and chip shop selling fresh fish, just-landed from the boat.
Nearby Mousehole is a 5-minute drive or 20-minute flat coastal walk. It provided the inspiration for the popular children’s book ‘The Mousehole Cat’, offering winding streets with delightful cottages, art galleries, craft shops, and cafés. A pretty sheltered harbour with two small beaches, the village attracts visitors all year round and is famous for its wonderful Christmas lights.
The historic town of Marazion with St Michaels Mount perched on its tiny rocky island overlooking sweeping Mounts Bay, offers a wide sandy beach ideal for bathing, windsurfing and kite surfing. Great for relaxing on a sunny summer’s day, equally breathtaking for a stroll on a windswept wild winter’s day!
Visit the Minack Open Air Theatre cut into the rock face overlooking Porthcurno, the legendary Land’s End, and Sennen Cove with its beautiful long white sandy beach popular with surfers. Wildlife enthusiasts and bird watchers will enjoy nearby Marazion marshes or Hayle estuary. If you are looking for sub-tropical gardens and National Trust properties the area will not disappoint.
Return to the peaceful location of Bucca Cottage and experience the neighbourhood as if time has stood still. Beach ¼ mile. Shop, pub, and restaurant 500 yards.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Padstow, EnglandThe Lily Pad is a wonderful and welcoming holiday home, just a few miles from the dramatic Seven Bays of North Cornwall, famed for its stunning beaches, cliffs, and coves. Once inside you are greeted with a bright and airy, open-plan living space with relaxing sofas to sink into, a cosy wood burner (with ‘starter pack’ provided) for those cooler evenings, and attractive floor and wall art unique to the property and evocative of Cornwall and its heritage. You will find lovingly restored furniture and repurposed features in the side tables and display units, turning function into fun! Lead on to the dining area, complete with impressive handmade wooden dining table and seating for ten guests, looking out onto the garden. The wall here is adorned with a fantastic map of the county, a further reminder of the wonders of this amazing region and its many attractions and places to explore! The adjoining kitchen has a small breakfast bar area and plenty of workspace and equipment for preparing breakfast or your evening meal.
There are five bedrooms all on one level, where the unique and upcycled theme continues, with solid pine furniture given a fresh modern look. A roomy family bathroom includes a bath, while a second bathroom features a walk-in shower.
Outside, an excellent decking area with table, chairs and barbecue offers the ideal space to enjoy morning coffee or evening meal al fresco. There is even a firepit!
You are spoilt for a choice of beaches here; Harlyn Bay Beach, just 3 miles away, offers a broad expanse of golden sand stretching far before you. Trevose Headland offers spectacular vistas, whilst further beaches at Treyarnon Bay and beautiful Porthcothan Beach are just a short drive away, with rock pools for all ages to explore! Visit Padstow, with its fabulous seafood restaurants, busy quayside and narrow streets, or vibrant Newquay, with its plethora of vibrant bars and restaurants, and scintillating surfing and water sports activities.
Away from the coast, Camel Valley Theme Park, the world-renowned Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan all offer fun days out, whilst Bodmin Moor is an atmospheric place, with mysterious rock formations and views as far as the eye can see. The options are never ending here, the only question is where will you go tomorrow?
The Lily Pad is located amongst a mixture of holiday homes and residential homes on St Merryn Holiday Park which has the added benefit of offering free to use Tennis Courts, Children’s Play Area, and dedicated dog walking area plus amenities such as a shop and a bar/restaurant.£136From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Camelford, EnglandA spacious, detached rural property, including a private one bedroom fully equipped apartment, which is perfect for groups or family members wishing to have their own independence while on holiday. The property sleeps eight in four lovely bedrooms, one even has a free-standing bath in it plus an en-suite shower room. There is also a separate bunk room that sleeps four people, and two comfortable double bed leather Chesterfield settees are situated in the 28ft conservatory, together with an oak dining table that accommodates up to 14 people and an 18Kw log burner, the conservatory also comes with a Cambridge hifi system. There is also a 14Kw double sided log burner situated in the front room.
If you need to do some washing, then there is a washing machine and tumble dryer located in the main bathroom. The kitchen area has everything you’ll need for your stay including a dishwasher and a coffee machine. Outside you can enjoy the lovely surrounding countryside views from the lawned garden and patios including a lovely decking area. And parking is on the driveway accommodating up to 5 cars.
Hindscarth is surrounded on 3 sides by areas of outstanding natural beauty, the National Cycle trail runs past the property, Bodmin Moor is 1/2 a mile away. Jamaica Inn is within easy reach as is Boscastle, Padstow and Port Isaac. Guests can also enjoy stunning cliff walks and travelling to the South Coast and the Eden project is also recommended. There are also several sandy beaches within easy reach.
Within 8 miles is Tintagel which is inextricably linked to the legend of King Arthur and is steeped in history. A visit to the English Heritage site of Tintagel Castle, where legend and historical fact alike meet stunning scenery, is a definite must while in the area and for Arthurian enthusiasts it is unmissable! There are many beaches in the area for surfers and sunseekers alike including Trebarwith and Bossiney Cove. Much of the North Cornish coastline is owned by the National Trust and is a haven for wildlife, providing fabulous walking opportunities with many well-trodden routes. There are many pretty coves and inlets to discover along this coastline including Crackington Haven, Boscastle, Morwenstow.
A bit further to the south is the fishing port of Padstow and quaint Port Isaac of Doc Martin fame and 16 miles to the north is the fabulous coastal town of Bude. If you fancy crossing over the ‘border’ into Devon and enjoy open spaces then Dartmoor National Park is 27 miles or so to the east – here you can enjoy a day of walking and discover the vast moorland and roam the craggy landscape, defined by forests, rivers, wetlands and rock formations or tors. Or search the Neolithic tombs, Bronze Age stone circles and abandoned medieval farmhouses in this amazing landscape!
This property can be booked with Hindscarth Apartment (UK39610) to accommodate up to 16 guests.£180From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Crackington Haven, EnglandMadison is a lovely Swedish designed, detached holiday property situated not far from the beach and benefiting from being just under 8 miles from the popular seaside town of Bude. The property can comfortably accommodate eight guests with all rooms on one level.
There are three bedrooms; one with a super kingsize bed, Smart TV and a lovely en-suite with a multi spray unit, double walk-in shower plus a bath and the other two both being twins (one with a handy sink in it). There’s also a family shower room, again with double walk-in shower. The living space consists of a comfortable living area with Smart TV, a separate dining room with a double sofa bed and a conservatory with seating, a telescope and access to the rear garden and patio. The kitchen/breakfast room offers everything you’ll need for your stay and the utility room has a dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, freezer and coffee machine.
Outside is a large rear garden consisting of trees, lawn and a patio with a big dining table, perfect for outdoor family gatherings. Children will love running in and out of the trees and bushes and hidden away is a quiet sun lounging area. To the front of the property is an additional garden area and parking for up to five cars on the driveway. Then there’s the games rooms which can be accessed via the side of the building, where you will find table tennis, air hockey, darts, table football, a games console, a TV and even a toilet.
If it’s the beach life you’re looking for then you’ll be spoiled for choice with the nearest beach being just 3 miles away. Much of the coastline in this area is owned by the National Trust and is a haven for wildlife, providing fabulous walking opportunities. There are many pretty coves and inlets to discover within a short drive including Crackington Haven, Boscastle, Morwenstow and stunning Tintagel, inextricably linked to the legend of King Arthur. Further afield the fishing port of Padstow is a popular tourist destination. Bude is a fabulous coastal town and has something for everyone including great beaches, rockpools and cafés to watch it all from. The rolling waves are great for surfing all year round and the footpaths by the restored canal or on the Southwest Coast Path offer you a superb opportunity to explore the outstanding countryside. Bude also has a superb golf course, indoor swimming pool, bowling alley/indoor play area and a heritage centre at Bude Castle.
Madison is also perfectly located for you to discover the many natural delights that North Devon has to offer such as Exmoor National Park with its magical night skies in Europe’s first ‘Dark Sky Reserve’, the many rugged coastal towns and quaint villages such as Hartland, Lynton & Lynmouth, Ilfracombe and the world-famous Clovelly Village. There are plenty of family-oriented places to visit including Exmoor Zoo, Milky Way Adventure Park, The Big Sheep farm-themed park and many others.£115From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Crackington Haven, EnglandGreat Trevillian Farm is a working sheep farm and offers a well-stocked carp lake for a spot of fishing, a children’s play area and the opportunity to feed Boris and Donald the Kune Kune pigs and pat the friendly ponies.
Tizzy Barn (CWC488161) is a beautiful barn conversion that boasts superb open plan living downstairs yet maintains a traditional feel. There is a cosy wood burner and comfy sofas which will make it a treat for a winter break. At the other end of the building is a set of French windows that open out into the enclosed patio garden. Upstairs the master bedroom has bi-fold doors to a Juliet balcony and an en-suite shower room. Ash Tree Cottage (CWC563734) is a pretty, stone cottage, converted from stables in 2003, there is an open plan living space, a warm and cosy bedroom, and a sun trap of a patio for al fresco dining or a glass of something cold while you plan your days ahead. Trebethis (CWC566710) has tiled floors, a beautiful granite fireplace made from three gateposts, exposed beams, including a massive ash beam that separates the kitchen from dining area, all combine to exude character in this superb barn conversion. Honeysuckle Cottage (CWC566741) has been converted from a 400 year old cart house. Inside you will find a bright and spacious open plan living area that welcomes you in, while both bedrooms are tastefully decorated and enhance the ambience. The property has been updated with a larger main bedroom with kingsize bed and a new bathroom with walk in shower. There are French doors that lead out onto a secluded patio garden, a perfect spot to soak up the Cornish air and sunshine, read a book or enjoy your favourite tipple. Mowhay Cottage (CWC566799) is beautifully presented, with vaulted ceilings, a heated tiled floor, a cosy wood burner, exposed beams and many other character features. The gardens at each property, although enclosed, will detain all but the most experienced dog escapologists.
Located a few miles inland from Crackington Haven which has pebbles and rock pools at the top of the beach but as the tide goes out a vast expanse of golden sand is exposed with some of the best surf on the north coast.
To the north is Widemouth bay and the bustling tourist town of Bude while to the west is the stunning and infamous village Boscastle, nestled in a steep valley where the river has cut a course through the steep cliffs to the sea. There are secluded coves, majestic views, wildlife and even a blowhole. Tintagel is 8 miles away and boasts a magnificent new footbridge to reach the castle on a single level and has made the journey to the headland significantly easier. Beach 5 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accomodate up to 26 guests.£72From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
