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.
Launceston, EnglandSomething for all the family awaits you here at St Leonards. Choose one of the four lovely barn conversions for your family holiday and learn something new during your stay here. The barns are located on a horse riding school, where all the family are encouraged to give horse riding a try. Once in the saddle you will want to take it up when you get back home. The lovely heated outdoor swimming pool is a great hit with families with children, and the Jacuzzi and sauna are favourites with adults. St Leonards certainly is a holiday base with a difference, situated in a wooded valley, it provides a comfortable and relaxing holiday for people of all ages though out the entire year. All the cottages are set on the edge of a courtyard over looking the stables and surrounded by 23 acres of private grounds which is also home to a ½-acre coarse fishing lake, or for something more energetic why not take part in a game of paintball available on site. There is plenty of birdlife here including kingfishers, so you often awaken to the sound of the dawn chorus!
It is an ideal location for touring the both north and south Cornish coasts and close to the Devon/Cornwall border so you can explore both counties from one base. Whether you wish to take it easy in our pool and bbq area, have a swim, ride a horse, try paintball or even go fishing on the River Kensey close by, there is plenty to keep you entertained and make you want to get out and about and feel invigorated by the fresh Cornish air. Perfect for summer, spring, autumn or even winter holidays, all the cottages have been very comfortably furnished and equipped, featuring pine furniture, comfortable beds and woodburners, making them a cosy and welcome home to come back to.
Out and about in the region you can head west by car to the Widemouth Heritage Coast and visit mystical Tintagel and Port Isaac Bay, or head east towards Dartmoor’s wilderness; whichever direction you travel in there is sure to be something new to see. Launceston, 2 miles, once the ancient capital of Cornwall, has shops, a steam railway, castle, golf and an indoor leisure centre. A variety of golf courses locally. A splendid family location with something for everyone, all guests will be well placed for touring both Devon and Cornwall. Launceston, for all amenities, 2 miles. Playstation 3 is available to hire from the owner. Shop 1½ miles.£69From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Rezare, EnglandThis property is ideal for couples and small families looking for a spot of peaceful rural life. Friendly dogs are welcome. Converted from a stone stable, this detached holiday cottage situated in the owner’s grounds, has a homely, cosy interior with reclining leather sofa and chairs and is set in an elevated position with stunning panoramic views of rolling fields and fir forests with the River Inny meandering through the valley below. The handy cloakroom contains a highchair, iron and board, hoover and a comfortable camp bed.
Set midway between Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor, it is just five miles south of the historic town of Launceston with its iconic medieval castle set high on a hill. The Stables has its own cobbled south-facing courtyard with lawned garden which is shared with the friendly owners who live next door. Pub and restaurant 1 mile.£56From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Saint Mawgan, EnglandSituated in a lovely rural valley and surrounded by open countryside, this pair of delightful holiday cottages enjoy wonderful views over to the sea at Mawgan Porth. Away from farm traffic, on a small organic working cattle and sheep farm, enjoy watching the young farm animals, or feel free to walk the nature trail set in 15 acres of woodland valley, which is home to a variety of wildlife. Mawgan Porth, 2 miles, has a wonderful sandy beach and an 18-hole golf course. Both the resorts of Newquay and picturesque Padstow are within an 8-mile radius. The Eden Project is also within easy reach and Watergate Bay, is only 3 miles away. The idyllic village of St Mawgan, 1 mile, has interesting antique and craft shops, a pub and post office with tearoom and a Bonsai nursery.£54From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Crantock, EnglandThis attractive property is attached to the Manor House (property ref GAW) and is under the same ownership but is completely self-contained. It sits in the picturesque and peaceful Cornish hamlet of West Pentire and is only 300 yards from a cliff path that leads to acres of golden sand. The delights of rock pool fishing, exploring caves or surfing can be enjoyed by children and adults alike (see photograph – dogs allowed). Set in the heart of National Trust land, the property is surrounded by magnificent walking country around the headlands and bays away from the roads. It is an ideal base to explore North Cornwall’s splendid countryside, stunning coastline, and unique history. The historic and family friendly Bowgie Inn is nearby and offers a 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 round the estuary to the north. Beach 200 yards. Shop ¾ mile, pub and restaurant 50 yards.£72From 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.£191From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Saint Issey, EnglandFull of atmosphere and comfort and thought to be over 400 years old, this charming detached holiday cottage retains many original features including beamed ceilings slate floors and magnificent feature fireplace with wood burner and clay oven. Backing onto a nearby farm, the children will enjoy seeing the animals in the field close by. There is access to the Camel Trail, a cycle path running from Padstow to Bodmin Moor, within 2 miles. The harbour town of Padstow is 4 miles, and has much to offer with its famous Seafood Restaurant, boat trips and sea fishing.
Take a drive along the National Trust coastline to Land’s End and discover the open theatre in the cliffs at Porthcurno and the Minack. Golf and pony trekking at Trevose. Ideally positioned for visiting Charlestown Harbour, the fabulous Eden Project, Port Isaac or The Lost Gardens of Heligan. There are various beautiful sandy bays and hidden coves within 5 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub ½ mile.£68From 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.£86From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Port Isaac, EnglandThis two bedroomed, pet friendly holiday bungalow is set in this well-known holiday village, made famous by the TV series ’Doc Martin’. As you pull into the lane, this well-fitted terraced holiday home has been carefully designed for comfort. You are well placed to walk some of the South West Coastal Path, where you can take in the breathtaking views of the coastline and the Atlantic Ocean. Just a short drive away are the pretty fishing villages of Boscastle and Padstow with its variety of different shops, pubs and restaurants including Rick Stein’s famous fish restaurant and cookery school. From Padstow you can take a ferry across to Rock where there is a variety of water sports. Shop 500 yards, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.£65From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Port Isaac, EnglandThis pet-friendly, semi-detached stone built holiday cottage is set in a privileged position in the pretty Cornish village of Port Isaac, made famous by the TV series Doc Martin. There is private parking and a lovely sunny garden with a patio. You are just a few steps away from the view of the harbour reached down a steep hill. The village offers shops, pubs and restaurants and the South West Coast Path passes within meters of the front door. You are a short drive from Polzeath and Rock, with their dune backed beaches and further up the coast are the villages of Boscastle and Tintagel. Other local attractions include Bodmin Moor and the Eden Project. Shop and restaurant 100 yards, pub 200 yards.£75From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
High Street, EnglandThese four holiday cottages, Sunrise (ref: 25051) and Sunny Skies, (ref: 25052) which stand detached, and Summer Breeze (ref: 25053) and Sunset (ref: 27684), which are semi-detached, enjoy a perfect location for exploring all corners of Cornwall from Lands End in the west to Padstow on the north coast and Fowey, Looe and Polperro on the completely different south coast. The beautiful gardens provide a peaceful haven with summerhouse and children’s play area. The cottages lie just minutes from the south coast including the fishing village of Mevagissey and the seafaring town of Fowey with its royal regatta and Du Maurier Festival (Daphne du Maurier made the town her home). Nearby are the Lost Gardens of Heligan and the amazing Eden Project. Visit Truro, the capital of Cornwall with its Gothic cathedral, surrounded by narrow streets and alleyways lined with shops, cafes, restaurants and bars. St Austell Bay, just minutes away, has a stunning coastline which has pretty coastal towns and villages dotted along its edge. Charlestown is home to a collection of tall sailing ships, an historic harbour and Georgian architecture, all of which have been used as film and TV sets over many years. Porthpean has a lovely unspoilt beach, golf club and views across the bay. Visit Pentewan with picturesque cycle and walking trail along a river and through a 450-year-old woodland. Cycle hire is available from Easter onwards and there are several golf courses nearby. Fishing is also available locally. Shop and restaurant 1½ miles, pub 1 mile.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
