Porth Beach
Seascape
Coastal inspired beachfront home, overlooking Porth Beach
From £895 / week
Surfing Cottages in Newquay
Waking to the sound of surf, pulling on a wetsuit before breakfast, salt still in your hair by evening — the best surfing cottages in Newquay are built around exactly that rhythm. The Atlantic delivers here with a consistency that has drawn wave-riders for generations, and a self-catering base means you move entirely on the ocean's schedule: out early, back when you're ready, boards propped by the door. Cornwall's surf capital earns that title across every season, from the long swells of autumn to the friendlier, sunlit breaks of summer that suit beginners just as well as seasoned surfers. Use the listings on this page to find the right base for your trip.
Not sure which of these in Newquay?
Newquay
Fistral Loft
Luxury apartment overlooking Fistral Beach
From £995 / week
Bedruthan Steps
1 Karn Havos
A stunning contemporary eco-home with irresistible sea views
From £1,295 / week
Watergate Bay
Watersend
A spacious, stylish coastal retreat with sea views, just moments from Watergate Bay
From £2,250 / week
Watergate Bay
Rockpools
A large striking coastal retreat in Watergate Bay with sea views, hot tub and luxury touches
From £1,995 / week
Mawgan Porth
6 The Shore
A large luxury coastal retreat moments from Mawgan Porth
From £1,995 / week
Crantock, Nr Newquay
Langurra Meadow End
Gorgeous holiday home near stunning Crantock beach
From £1,250 / week
Watergate Bay
Stable Cottage
A peaceful retreat short walk from Watergate Bay
From £1,495 / week
FAQs
Common questions
You don't need to bring your own. Newquay has a well-established surf industry and board and wetsuit hire is widely available close to the main breaks. Lessons are easy to arrange too, from beginner group sessions to one-to-one coaching. Check what storage your chosen cottage offers — some have dedicated board rinse-off areas or secure outdoor storage, which the individual listings will confirm.
Autumn tends to bring the most powerful Atlantic swells and is favoured by experienced surfers. Summer offers smaller, more consistent waves that are well suited to beginners, plus warmer water temperatures. Spring can be excellent and far quieter. Winter delivers serious surf but requires a good wetsuit and experience. There is genuinely no bad season — the right time depends on your ability level and what you want from the water.
Many self-catering properties in the area do welcome dogs, and Cornwall is generally very dog-friendly. Bear in mind that some beaches operate seasonal restrictions — typically early May to late September — so your dog may not be permitted on certain beaches during peak summer months. Filter by pet-friendly options in the listings on this page, and check local beach rules before you go.
Newquay has its own airport with connections from several UK cities, and the town is served by rail with a branch line connecting to the main London Paddington route. Coach services also run from major cities. Once there, the surf beaches are largely walkable from the town centre, though a car is useful if you want to explore further along the coast. Check current timetables and routes directly with operators before booking travel.
