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.
Cubert, EnglandChurchtown Cottage is a charming Cornish retreat situated in the picturesque village of Cubert, dominated by a beautiful 14th-century church and conveniently located just 4¾ miles from Newquay. Given the cottage’s age, be mindful of the low ceiling upon entering the property and the low ceiling when descending the stairs—while the rest of the property poses no issue. The owner has thoughtfully renovated the cottage, preserving original features such as exposed stone walls, authentic slate flooring, and a fireplace with a wood burner.
Outside, a covered area provides a tranquil spot for reading or enjoying your morning coffee, while a larger table on the patio invites al fresco dining. Across from the magnificent church, fields offer an ideal space for dog walking and children to play. Along the main road, you’ll find a fantastic fish and chip shop, a bakery with a café, a convenience shop, and a post office. Just a mile away, a local pub with an impressive reputation offers a variety of dishes to suit all tastes.
Churchtown Cottage is surrounded by the stunning beaches of Crantock, Holywell Bay, and Polly Joke, eliminating the need for extensive travel to reach the coast. For surfing enthusiasts, Fistral Beach in Newquay and Perranporth are easily accessible. After a day at the beach, rinse off the sand under the outdoor heated shower, and take advantage of ample space in the garden for storing wetsuits and bodyboards.
The area offers a plethora of activities, catering to families with children, dog owners, walkers, and those seeking to explore the surroundings. Nearby attractions include the Newquay Zoo, Blue Reef Aquarium, Lappa Valley Steam Railway, Pennywell Farm, and the Newquay Mystery Trail, among others. Alternatively, explore the rugged views along the Cornish coast paths or visit the Eden Project in Par. After a day of adventure, return to Churchtown Cottage, unwind in the private courtyard, and marvel at the breathtaking night skies.£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Goonhavern, EnglandCaerkief Farm comprises Babes Cottage(ref 27592), Hollies Cottage (ref 27593), The Lookout (ref UK30950) and Meadows Edge (ref UK30951) which offer charming and characterful holiday accommodation in a tranquil, rural setting. The cottages are restored from period farm buildings and retain beamed ceilings in the living areas and original stone walls. They share 2-acre of grounds along with a recreation area and barbecue facilities. Set at the end of a quiet, unmade lane, yet within easy reach of Goonhavern village and the town of Perranporth, the cottages enjoy delightful panoramic views over an undulating landscape.
This is the perfect location for those seeking a peaceful holiday in unspoilt Cornish countryside, with miles of beautiful country walks, yet only 2 miles from Perranporth with its large surfing beach and golf course. Truro is 9 miles, the Eden Project is 20 miles, and more surfing, fishing and golfing can be found in Newquay, 7 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£70From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Goonhavern, EnglandCaerkief Farm comprises Babes Cottage(ref 27592), Hollies Cottage (ref 27593), The Lookout (ref UK30950) and Meadows Edge (ref UK30951) which offer charming and characterful holiday accommodation in a tranquil, rural setting. The cottages are restored from period farm buildings and retain beamed ceilings in the living areas and original stone walls. They share 2-acre of grounds along with a recreation area and barbecue facilities. Set at the end of a quiet, unmade lane, yet within easy reach of Goonhavern village and the town of Perranporth, the cottages enjoy delightful panoramic views over an undulating landscape.
This is the perfect location for those seeking a peaceful holiday in unspoilt Cornish countryside, with miles of beautiful country walks, yet only 2 miles from Perranporth with its large surfing beach and golf course. Truro is 9 miles, the Eden Project is 20 miles, and more surfing, fishing and golfing can be found in Newquay, 7 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Port Isaac, EnglandA delightful timber lodge overlooking the sea in Port Isaac, Cornwall. Open-plan. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Sea views. Polzeath 5.9 miles; Padstow 15.3 miles.£130From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Port Isaac, EnglandThis converted holiday barn is in a quiet location in the heart of the picturesque village of Port Isaac, made famous by the series ’Doc Martin.’ Just a few hundred yards from the harbour, the detached property has been furnished to a good standard, with vaulted beamed ceilings and sea views from the living room. Ideal for exploring all that this area has to offer, you are a short drive from some of the stunning sandy beaches and cliffside walks along the South West Coastal Path. Padstow is a short drive away where you will find an array of shops, pubs and restaurants, including Rick Stein’s fish restaurant. Close by are Boscastle and Tintagel, the mythical home of King Arthur. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.£52From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Saint Teath, EnglandThis detached, pet-friendly holiday lodge has been tastefully furnished and is just a short walk from the quaint Cornish village of St Teath, with its village pub and store. There is a decked veranda with country views, which is ideal for a morning coffee or alfresco dining. There are a variety of walks from the lodge, and you are ideally placed to visit some of the many attractions that this area has to offer, including many sandy, surfing beaches. A short drive away is the fishing village of Port Isaac, made famous by the TV series ’Doc Martin’, Tintagel, the mythical home of King Arthur, and the small harbour village of Boscastle. Padstow, with its array of shops, pubs and restaurants, including Rick Stein’s fish restaurant, is close by. From Padstow, you can take a ferry across to Rock to sample the many watersports, or cycle or walk along the Camel Trail to Wadebridge and beyond. Beach 3 miles. Shop 700 yards, pub 500 yards, restaurant 1½ miles.£49From 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.£106From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Portreath, EnglandSeagull Cottage is a mid-terrace holiday home in a superb location with delightful sea views and just a stone’s throw from Portreath’s sandy beach and harbour. Portreath is a seaside village on the beautiful North Cornish coast. Set in a deep valley alongside the rugged, popular surfing beach which is watched over by the local Surf Life Saving Club, and is ideal for swimming and watersports.
There are spectacular coastal walks and amazing sunsets. Within a short flat walk to the heart of the village where you will find shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants. Ilogan Woods, adjacent to Portreath, with streams and a circular walk leading to the 14th-century church tower at Ilogan.
The Mineral Tramway Cycle Trail starts at Portreath and continues for 11 miles through the beautiful Cornish countryside to Devoran on the south coast. Cycles can be hired close by. Portreath is a perfect location for touring Cornwall, just 3 miles from the main A30 providing easy access to Penzance, St Ives, Lands End, Falmouth and The Lizard Peninsula. The cathedral city of Truro is just a short drive away with theatre, cinema, bowling and shops. Shop and restaurant 100 yards, pub 50 yards.£86From 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
Delabole, EnglandThese two stone built holiday cottages (ref 29227 and ref TJU) date back to the 17th century and enjoy a rural location with superb sea views. Pet-friendly Downhouse Cottage was extended in Victorian times, while Downhouse has a rustic feel with a clome oven in the fireplace and a large garden. Both cottages benefit from a sitting-out area with stunning views of the coastline. Surrounded by countryside, they are perfect for walkers to enjoy the views from the South West Coastal Path. Ideally situated for visiting some of the many attractions of Cornwall, including Tintagel, the mythical home of King Arthur, Boscastle with its harbour and Port Isaac, made famous by the TV’s ‘Doc Martin’. Further down the coast are Polzeath with its surfing beach, and Rock where you can take a ferry across to Padstow with its array of interesting shops, pubs and restaurants, including Rick Stein’s famous restaurant. The private water supply is renowned for its natural refreshing taste and is tested annually. Beach 1 mile. Shops, pub and restaurant 1 mile. The properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 9 guests.£69From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
