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The Great Cornwall Guide

A Cornwall holiday provides memories that last a lifetime. From falling in love with a special  Cornwall beach where you’ve built sandcastles, surfed the rip-roaring waves, and given your dog the best walk of its life, to finding a new favourite dish at one of Cornwall’s best restaurants where a sea view comes as standard.

The Great Cornwall Guide was created to maximise your time spent here. Taking the stress out of the research, on this guide you’ll find best things to do in Cornwall. Dive in, be inspired, and enjoy your Cornish adventure…

In the spotlight... Bude

Bude holidays offer something for everyone. From the iconic Bude seapool, to dramatic award-winning beaches for surfers, rock poolers and furry friends too, it’s a beautiful place to be....

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Life's a beach

There’s said to be over 400 beaches on Cornwall’s coast, from Blue Flag awarded bays to hidden coves only accessible at low tide. But which Cornwall beach is for you? Will you choose the dramatic north coast, the picturesque south coast or the remarkably light west coast?

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North Cornwall Beaches

If you want drama, go north. Weathered over centuries by wild Atlantic westerlies, the steep landscape here has been carved by the sea, but don’t neglect the geology and the clifftops. Pink thrift b...

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View over St Ives Bay to Godrevy Lighthouse from the cliffs at Godrevy, Cornwall. The lighthouse is said to have been the inspiration for Virginia Woolf's novel, To the Lighthouse.

West Cornwall Beaches

West Cornwall’s beaches, from St Ives round to Praa Sands and Prussia Cove are famed for their immense variety, but also the perfectly clear water. From iconic sandy beaches to sheltered coves, the ...

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South Cornwall Beaches

Did you know Cornwall has over 400 beaches which are accessible on foot? It is part of what makes choosing an area difficult for your first visit, so we try to make it simpler for you. The enchanting ...

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Things to do in Cornwall

You’ll never be bored in Cornwall, from top Cornish attractions to unique activities to be enjoyed on Cornish soil and sea. The fun starts now...

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Where to visit in Cornwall

Many choose to explore the beaches in Cornwall as a priority, but your day doesn’t need to revolve around the coast. A county steeped in fascinating history, from Poldark filming locations to heritage attractions, there’s so much to see and do

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Trebah Garden, Mawnan Smith near Falmouth

A garden by the beach sounds good – and here is one that is irresistible. Falmouth’s botanical garden awaits… Trebah Garden, is as good as it sounds, for the bottom of the garden leads y...

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The best walks in North Cornwall

Cornwall’s craggy coastline doesn’t get much more dramatic than the stretch around north Cornwall. While the walking scene may be dominated by the South West Coast Path, a good ol’ s...

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Dog-friendly beaches in Padstow

While Padstow itself is more known for its harbour than beaches, the good news for dogs and their prospective owners, is there are plenty of dog friendly beaches near Padstow. Many of Padstow’s dog-...

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National Maritime Museum, Falmouth

Falmouth is a sailing enthusiast’s dream and Falmouth’s museum is as nautical as it gets.  The National Maritime Museum is a Cornish gem, and its plentiful accolades attest this. With 15 gallerie...

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Bedruthan Hotel Spa

Escape to the sea with a lovely ocean-view spa at Bedruthan. The view from here across Mawgan Porth is second to none and just perfect for a thermal spa day. In this nature-inspired spa, a number of p...

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The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Like most places in Cornwall, The Lost Gardens of Heligan has a poignant story. If gardens are not your thing, the history might be, and the Rare Breed Farm is usually a big hit with the youngsters. T...

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Best restaurants in Cornwall

The food and drink scene is big business here. From quaint tearooms and traditional pubs nestled in the countryside, to restaurants with sea views and fancy fine dining, we’ve plenty of inspiration ...

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Meadowside

Bude

With Bude to the north and Widemouth Bay to the south, Meadowside is a sea lover’s dream as there’s a beach at every turn. This large, five bed detached luxury home, is enviably positioned on a pe...

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Lamorna

Wadebridge

Once a foundry town, Wadebridge in the north of Cornwall is now a thriving Cornish hotspot just five miles upstream from the more well-known fishing village of Padstow. Straddling the River Camel, it�...

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Trekoa

Perranuthnoe, nr Marazion

Moments from Perranuthnoe Beach – often known as Perran Sands – Trekoa’s location is simply superb. The picturesque village of Perranuthnoe sits on the south coast around a mile to the east ...

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The Lodge, Carbis Bay

Carbis Bay

Sea views are order of the day at The Lodge, which is part of the exclusive Carrack Gladden Apartments, which enviably sit just above the white sands and azure sea at Carbis Bay. The elevated position...

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Old Arch Cottage, The Digey

St Ives

Less than a minute’s walk from Porthmeor Beach, sits Old Arch Cottage, a charming 18th Century Fisherman’s cottage, centrally situated between St Ives’ Fore Street’s shops and restaurants ...

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Orchard Cottage

Charlestown

The picturesque historic harbour village and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Charlestown, dotted with cobbled streets and tall ships, is a quaint Cornish location. Spending just a few moments here, you ...

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6 The Shore

Mawgan Porth

This stunning property is part of an exclusive collection of seven brand new, luxury homes perfectly positioned close to Mawgan Porth‘s spectacular sandy beach and coast. With superb attention t...

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Halekulani

Bude

Prepare to be wowed as you step into Halekulani, which, rather aptly, translates to house befitting heaven in Hawaiian. A luxury haven flooded by Cornish sunshine, contemporary design and lavish touch...

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Seascape

Lusty Glaze and Porth Beach

With Lusty Glaze to the west and Porth Beach to the north, Seascape is the fitting name for this stunning coastal retreat which sleeps six. Seascape sits above expansive golden sands of Porth Beach &#...

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Waves

Swanpool, Falmouth

This glorious accommodation in fabulous Falmouth is located in Swanpool just moments from the sea. Spacious, set over three floors, it is perfectly sized for an extended family or friend group and its...

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Libertine

Breage, Nr Praa Sands, Porthleven & St Ives

This uniquely opulent property, built in 1603 in the village of Breage (pronounced Breeg) books quickly, and you can see why. It is a very rare find, oozing character and style. Libertine, previously ...

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Tamarisk

Portreath

Offering a truly luxurious stay, Tamarisk is a heavenly retreat sleeping eight. A spacious property which has been thoughtfully renovated to create the perfect holiday home, it benefits from an elevat...

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Sea View House

St Ives

Sea View House is a stunning three-storey townhouse situated in prestigious St Ives, with breathtaking views across the harbour and beyond. Opulence is met with the ultimate comfort in this seaside re...

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Treleigh

St Ives

A stunning example of contemporary Cornish design, Treleigh overlooks Porthmeor beach and the town of St Ives, its cliff-top location affording breathtaking sea views across the island and out to the ...

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Gooden Heane

Portreath

Perched above Portreath beach, in an enviable elevated clifftop position, Gooden Heane is a truly special property. A striking home, this coastal retreat has been superbly executed with its contempora...

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The Anchorage

Duporth Bay, nr Charlestown

With direct access to private beach, Duporth Bay, a stay at The Anchorage could be straight out of a fairy tale. In fact, nearby Charlestown, is a stunning example of a late Georgian port, which you m...

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No 5, Gwel Marten

Carbis Bay, St Ives

Situated in cool Carbis Bay, where dramatic views sweep across the bay to St Ives and Godrevy lighthouse, this wonderful apartment luxuriously sleeps 4.  Only a few minutes’ walk to the Blue Flag b...

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Creek End

Feock

Peace and tranquillity await at Creek End; a unique property nestled in the trees in the sought-after village of Feock, on the south coast of Cornwall. The aptly named home is set in an idyllic creek-...

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The Bowery

Newlyn

Welcome to The Bowery, a terraced Victorian house, situated near the pretty fishing village of Newlyn. Part of the original working farmhouse, over the years the house has been sensitively extended in...

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The Grain Store

Padstow

Watch the boats float into Padstow Harbour at this hugely desirable property in the heart of Cornwall’s fishing town. This vibrant glass-fronted property offers unrivalled views of Padstow, offe...

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Firethorn

Bude

Newly renovated and thoughtfully decorated by local interior designer Chloe Morris, Firethorn is a striking home in an enviable location, just a short stroll away Bude’s award-winning beaches. Inspi...

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Coastman’s Nest

Mawgan Porth

You’ll be spoilt with countryside and sea views at the Coastman’s Nest in the sought after coastal village of Mawgan Porth, just four miles from Newquay and seven miles from Padstow. A light and s...

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Lower Hendra

Nr Port Isaac

Situated off a private single-track lane, Lower Hendra Cottage is charmingly rural. This gleaming white building houses a beautifully spacious family home, fully engulfed by rolling hills and 180º se...

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Clematis House

St Columb Major

Unique and utterly charming, Clematis House is an eclectic mix of contemporary and modern, with boujie styling and quirky interiors. A Grade II listed building, Clematis House dates back to 1850, and ...

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Tretawny

Perranporth

If chocolate-box charm is what you’re after, then look no further than Tretawny an idyllic thatched cottage in the beautiful village of Bolingey, near Perranporth. Sleeping six, this dog-friendly se...

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Gwern Cottage

Marazion

Set back from the pretty town of Marazion, a ten-minute walk away sits Gwern Cottage. Overlooking the iconic Mount’s Bay and Marazion Nature Reserve, this spacious cottage sleeps eight across two fl...

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Vitamyn Sea

St Ives

Tradition meets contemporary comforts at Vitamyn Sea. Just moments from St Ives’s stunning harbour, you’re situated a five to ten-minute walk from the gorgeous Porthmeor beach with Porthmi...

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Kismet

Near Padstow

Sitting pretty on the edge of peaceful hamlet Little Petherick is Kismet, an elegantly styled family home which sleeps eight. Just over two miles from popular harbour town Padstow, at Kismet you have ...

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Porthminster Mews 2

St Ives

The Porthminster Mews townhouses are fabulously located on The Terrace in St Ives, offering picturesque sea and coastal views. Just moments away from St Ives bustling town centre with its collection o...

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Ravenscourt

Launcells, nr Bude

Nestled in the quiet hamlet of Launcells, just three miles inland from the coastal town of Bude, Ravenscourt is a rather exceptional property. Tucked away off a quiet country road, Ravenscourt’s bea...

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Gwern Barn

Marazion

Situated a mere 200 metres from Marazion Beach, Gwern Barn is set back in a quiet, rural location. Boasting thick curved stone walls, this property is thought to date back over 400 years. Now a charmi...

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Peacehay Barn

Nr Padstow

If you’re looking for a spacious getaway with a touch of luxury, a stay at Peacehay Barn is just the ticket. Sleeping 12, you’ll get space and tranquillity in abundance here. Situated less than fo...

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