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.
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 & book
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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.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mawnan Smith, EnglandKeepers Cottage is a detached cottage beside the owner’s home. This truly is a beautiful yet traditional cottage set in a sheltered position overlooking the Bosanath Valley in a beautiful 9-acre garden with additional facilities in an outer garage, including the use of the small freezer as well as the washing machine and tumble dryer. On the inside you’ll be welcomed by a comfortable living space with woodburner and a double and twin bedroom ready to cosy up in after a long day adventuring.
The area is close to the Helford river, perfect for exploring the creeks including Trenarth Creek, and is ideal for visiting the rugged north coast and coves and harbours of the south coast. Beautiful sandy beaches and coves, less than 10 minutes’ drive. Shop, pub, restaurant and beach 2 miles.£126From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Flushing, EnglandDolphin Cottage is a delightful, three-bedroom home resting in Flushing, Cornwall. Near amenities and the beach. Designated parking. Private garden. Mylor Churchtown 2.2 miles; Penryn 3.5 miles; Falmouth 5 miles.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Bude, EnglandFairview (CWC561946) is a reverse level, semi-detached cottage with an entrance on the first floor and a large living/dining room, a cosy wood-burning stove, there is a west-facing conservatory down a couple of steps with sofa and access to a small private garden. A family bedroom on the first floor provides a level living area for those with a mobility issue. On the ground floor are further bedrooms and a family bathroom. Barn Cottage (CWC562587) is also a reverse level, semi-detached cottage with two bedrooms on the ground floor.
This is a real farm experience, fresh free-range eggs are available from the owners, and there are a number of walks across the delightful 150 acres. This is a dog-friendly property however please note that it is a working Beef and Sheep farm, so dogs must be kept under control.
Further along the coast is Sandymouth, a large beach ideal for families due to its lovely sand, rock pools and tea rooms. A short drive north over the border into Devon leads to the quaint village of Hartland which has a magnificent church with an amazing painted ceiling and one of the tallest towers in England. Hartland Quay has a hotel and Wreckers Bar as the coast here is littered with wrecks and is a lovely spot for some lunch. Also well worth a visit is the world-famous fishing village of Clovelly. The cobbled, traffic-free, high street is built into a cleft in a 400’ high cliff and tumbles its way down past whitewashed cottages festooned with flowers to the tiny working port. Beach 2 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 11 guests.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Rosudgeon, EnglandA delightfully cosy, detached thatched holiday cottage on a working farm, surrounded by lush green fields and just half a mile from the water’s edge at Mount’s Bay. With delightful walks along the many footpaths, including the nearby coast path and a link on the Sustrans National Cycle Network at Marazion, this is the perfect base for the active country lover. Beautiful Marazion with St Michael’s Mount, castle and garden and bird sanctuary is just 2 miles. For that special day out, take the helicopter or ferry from nearby Penzance (5 miles) to the beautiful, almost sub tropical Isles of Scilly. Shop, pub and restaurant 0.5 miles.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Crantock, EnglandThis 15th-century manor house, with its own pretty garden, has tremendous character, a friendly atmosphere and is extremely well furnished. The spacious beamed sitting room is set on the first floor to take full advantage of the wonderful coastal views. Attached to Manor Cottage (GAX) but completely self-contained, it enjoys a picturesque setting on the green, in the peaceful Cornish hamlet of West Pentire – only 300 yards down a cliff path from acres of clean golden sand (see Manor Cottage GAX). Children and adults alike can sample the delights of rock pool fishing, exploring caves or surfing. By hiring a pony, it is possible to ride cross-country to the beaches of Porth Joke and Holywell, without the need to cross any roads.
Set in the heart of National Trust land, the property is surrounded by magnificent walking country, and is an ideal base from which to explore Cornwall’s splendid countryside and unique history as well as its magnificent coastline. The immediate area is renowned for its superb sandy surfing beaches, punctuated by craggy headlands. Perranporth (named after the patron saint of tin miners) is 10 miles to the south, famous for its drifting sands which have twice buried the church. Lifeguards patrol the wide sandy beach in summer, and surf boards and wet suits can be hired by the day. Further along is St Agnes with its superb coastal views, while to the south lies Truro, the unofficial capital of Cornwall, offering good shops and restaurants, a splendid cathedral and The Royal Cornwall Museum with extensive displays of the county.
The historic and family friendly Bowgie Inn is adjacent and offers a wide selection of food as well as local beers and ciders, and sports fans can enjoy Sky coverage. A general store (open in season) can be found nearby, and Crantock village and its shops are only 1 mile away. The lively resort of Newquay, with its cliffs honeycombed by numerous caves, is 5 miles across the estuary to the north. Public swimming pool with slides at Hendra Caravan Club about 10 minutes’ drive. Shops 1 mile.£305From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Saint Breock, EnglandThis attractive, detached traditional Cornish cottage is set in peaceful countryside with panoramic views across the Camel Estuary from all windows, with some exposed walls and flag stone hall, it makes an excellent holiday home. Family friendly kitchen/dining area leads onto the patio with built in barbecue, as do French doors from the sitting room, complete with a cosy woodburning stove. Outside extensive lawns overlook the estuary. Bring your bikes or walk along the Camel Trail to Wadebridge, a bird watchers paradise for migrant and estuary birds, or for fish and chips at Ric Stein’s in Padstow and a boat trip around the Puffin Island. This is a perfect location for visits to Tintagal, The Eden Project, tropical gardens and inland mining towns. Newquay is about 18 miles away. There are miles of sandy beaches popular with surfers and swimmers, and excellent golf courses north and south of the estuary. A supermarket and petrol station are only 1.25 miles away. Shop 1.25 miles, pub with food 0.75 miles.£123From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Linkinhorne, EnglandTucked away it certainly is! Ideal for couples of all ages looking for a spacious holiday cottage in a peaceful rural location.
This detached barn conversion, close to the owners’ home, has its own secluded, patio style Mediterranean garden, with a BBQ to the rear. It has a large entrance hallway with storage and a drying area for boots and coats. The open-plan living area is bright and airy, and has a door off the kitchen leading to the private patio. There is also outdoor undercover space for storing bikes.
Linkinhorne is a small, pretty hamlet just a few miles out of the town of Callington, nestling in the Lynher valley below Bodmin Moor. This part of Cornwall is an unspoilt, hidden rural area quite often missed off the tourist map. This is a great location for exploring a wide region of Cornwall being central to both the south and north coastline. Beach 20 miles. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant 1.5 miles away.£54From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tywardreath, EnglandWith its quiet position in a secluded cul-de-sac, and lawned garden with a decked terrace, Tegen really is the perfect choice for a quiet holiday. This detached bungalow is just a short stroll from the village pub and restaurant, and an award-winning butchers, as well as the wide expanse of Par Beach.
The ancient village of Tywardreath is just 3 miles from Fowey, a sailing town on the stunning south coast, the perfect base for seeing this stunning county and its dramatic coastline that includes golden beaches, quiet harbour villages and breathtaking cliff-top walks. The south facing village of Polkerris has water sports options, such as kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding, along with the traditional touches of sand castle building and rock pooling.
Fowey, home to a royal regatta and cultural festival each year has deep sea fishing, dolphin spotting trips, sailing and kayaking along its famous river. Try your hand at mackerel fishing for the evening’s alfresco dinner back at the house, or stay in Fowey for an estuary side dinner in one of the many cafés bars and restaurants that the town boasts. The town is a network of narrow lanes with local galleries, bakers and plenty of craft and gift shops.
The ever popular Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan and Lostwithiel, an ancient town and home to Cornwall’s antiques markets, are within a short drive, making this area a must for staying and seeing. There are golf courses, cycle trails and woodland walks nearby, along with many National Trust houses and gardens proving that Tegen has it all on its doorstep. Beach ½ mile. Shop 200 yards, pub and restaurant 180 yards.£65From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
