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We review: The Cerenity Chef
The Cornish Secrets team had the absolute pleasure of being cooked the most sublime lunch by The Cerenity Chef, Caitlin. Originating from Newport, Rhode Island, Caitlin grew up with wonderful produce ...
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We Review: Private Chef Kit Davis
Editor Rebecca Moore gets to sample some award-winning cooking, without having to leave her own dining table, as Cornish chef Kit Davis launches his private chef service… It’s not often I’m cook...
We Review: Una Kitchen at Una St Ives
Our editor Rebecca Moore finds an unassuming award-winning St Ives restaurant which leaves a lasting impression… St Ives is often championed for its restaurants, talented chefs, and creative menus, ...
We Review: The Pig at Harlyn Bay
As soon as I walked through the entrance at The Pig at Harlyn Bay, my mind jumped back to 2012 when I visited the flagship, and eldest of the now litter of seven; The Pig at Brockenhurst in the New Fo...
We Review: Karrek, St Enodoc Hotel, Rock
Our editor Rebecca Moore visited Karrek restaurant at tranquil St Enodoc Hotel to enjoy nine courses of Cornish cuisine at its best… I hadn’t ever eaten nine courses before. Well, that was unt...
We Review: Scoff Troff Café, St Ives
Our editor Rebecca Moore heads to Scoff Troff Café in St Ives to put its infamous breakfast to the test… I’m big into breakfast and always have been, but even more so when I’m in holiday mo...
We Review: Walter’s on the Beach, Carbis Bay
One of Carbis Bay’s sophisticated yet glamorous beachside restaurants, our Editor Rebecca Moore heads to Walter’s on the Beach for an unforgettable lunch experience If I told you that duri...
We Review: Private Chef Service M² Catering
Editor Rebecca Moore welcomes Cornwall’s latest private chef services M² Catering, to see how the sisters latest cooking venture sizes up. It’s not often that the chef cooking in front of y...
We Review: The Gannet Inn, Carbis Bay
Our editor Rebecca Moore heads to The Gannet Inn, sister to the Carbis Bay Estate, for a hearty lunch…  As somebody who lives in North Cornwall – and despite frequently travelling the county – ...
We Review: The Lobster Shed, Harlyn Bay
Editor Rebecca Moore returns to Harlyn Bay to see if The Lobster Shed is worthy of a Golden Lobster award of excellence… Having visited The Pig at Harlyn Bay just before 2022’s peak summer sea...
We Review: Sea Fever, Bude
Fish dishes are order of the day in Cornwall, our editor Rebecca Moore visits Sea Fever in Bude to get her latest fruit-of-the-sea fix… It doesn’t take a mastermind to work out where Sea Fever...
We Review: Private Chef Service Ana’s Kuisina
Editor Rebecca Moore witnesses the chef behind Ana’s Kusina in action and finds out how her two heritages collide in her latest cooking venture… Cornwall’s at-home food scene just go...
We Review: Electric Bakery Bude
Editor Rebecca Moore shares one way to make sure your Saturday lunch in Cornwall, is a tasty one Every Saturday, between the hours of 11am and 2pm, you’ll find a flock of hungry inhabitants hankerin...
We Review: Strong Adolfos, Wadebridge
Our Editor Rebecca Moore finds herself at her favourite roadside cafe once more, she tells us why it’s the perfect pitstop. When you hear the term roadside café, you’re probably picturing a...
We Review: Hartley’s, Newquay
It’s not often you can turn up for a taster menu with hair damp from the sea, a somewhat salty face and a pair of flip flops. But then again, it’s not usual for such an extravagant menu to take pl...
We Review: St Kew Inn
When you find a pub with all the best ingredients; charming features, open fireplace, spacious beer garden, and a mouth-watering menu, you sometimes want to keep it to yourself. But St Kew Inn, in Nor...
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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-...
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...
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...
The Old Smokehouse
Charlestown
The Georgian village of Charlestown is one of south Cornwall’s precious gems. Sitting pretty on the edge of the dramatic and picturesque St Austell Bay, this much-loved harbour village and UNESCO Wo...
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...
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 ...
Meadowside
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
Fistral Loft
Newquay
Moments away from the renowned Fistral Beach, this charming holiday home offers breathtaking ocean views, making it the perfect coastal getaway. The prime location ensures that you are never far from ...
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...
The Old Rectory
Kilkhampton, nr Bude
The Old Rectory, draped with blossoming wisteria in the spring and stunning manicured lawns and leafy greens, this Grade II listed building, with parts dating back as far as the 17th century, is a str...
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...
Ocean Edge @ Penarvor
The Penarvor is one of Bude’s most exclusive developments. Comprising of ten luxury apartments, all benefitting from unrivalled south-facing sea views of the award-winning Crooklets Beach. The build...
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�...
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...
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...
Treleigh
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 ...
La Casita
Porthleven
A holiday home like no other, La Casita beautifully blends Cornish history with modern luxury. In a truly unique position, La Casita sits in the grounds of Antron Lodge, an 18th century residence once...
Sea View House
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...
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 ...
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...
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 ...
Firethorn
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...
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 ...
Coastman’s Nest
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...
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...
Cancleave
Nr Widemouth Bay, Bude
Recently undergoing complete renovation, Cancleave is a modern, energy efficient and comfortable property sleeping 8. Situated in beautiful North Cornwall, on the coast road between Crackington Haven ...
Orchard Cottage
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 ...
Blue Horrizon
Portloe
Discover contemporary elegance at this stunning holiday home, perfect for those seeking tranquility on the South Cornish coast. Located in the picturesque fishing village of Portloe, this beautiful es...
Porthminster Mews 2
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...