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Pubs & Inns

Good pubs are wonderful. And in Cornwall you are spoilt for choice. For a warm welcome, with fantastic food and quality beer, a pub with an open fire and flagstone floor is hard to beat. Whether you’re looking for a dog-friendly pub in Cornwall, a gastro pub with a hearty menu, or you want to try a local tipple or too, you’ve come to the right place.

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The Best Pubs in Rock

On the hunt for your new favourite pub in Rock? A trip to a local pub or inn is high on many peoples’ agendas after a day at the beach or exploring the local area, and we don’t blame you, Cornwall...

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Dog-friendly pubs and restaurants in St Ives

Dogs are generally welcome where there is outdoor seating in St Ives, but many places will also welcome you and your canine companion indoors. If you book in advance, you can often grab the most dog-f...

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Pubs in St Ives that locals love

A good indication that you’ve stepped into one of the best pubs in St Ives is usually by the cluster of locals propping up the bar, having a chinwag about times gone by and the town news. And the Co...

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The guide to the best pubs in St Ives

Tavern, taphouse, inn or bar, St Ives pub scene has something for everyone. From gin enthusiasts who know a thing or two about botanicals, to craft beer connoisseurs who want to enjoy a local pint or ...

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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 – ...

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The Mariners, Rock

The Mariners pub in Rock was relaunched by Paul and Emma Ainsworth in May 2019. Overlooking the Camel Estuary, it’s open Monday to Saturday offering an all-day menu of splendour. Championing Cor...

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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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Driftwood Spars

The Driftwood Spars, St Agnes

Set in the iconic Trevaunance Cove, St Agnes, The Driftwood Spars is a brewpub. Trevanaunce is the main beach at St Agnes, a best kept secret, with Trevallas Cove also not far away. The brewery there ...

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Coombe Barton Inn, Crackington Haven

There is always a warm welcome to be found at the cosy but stylish Coombe Barton Inn nestled down in the seaside village of Crackington Haven, a beautiful setting. Using seasonal local produce cooked ...

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Cobweb Inn, Boscastle

You can’t miss the freehold Cobweb Inn in Boscastle, as it is in the centre of the village on the right as you walk down from the car park to the sea. This awesome building has been around since the...

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Tintagel Brewery, Tintagel

On the outskirts of Tintagel, you’ll find Tintagel Brewery Bar & Bistro proudly serving their very own home-brewed beers and Wagyu beef. Overlooking the spectacular Cornish scenery, with vie...

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Gull Rocks

Gull Rocks Bar and Coffee House

If you’ve spent the morning exploring beautiful Holywell Bay, it’s likely that you’ll want to refuel come lunchtime. Fortunately, located at the beginning of a path that leads to the...

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The Pickwick Inn and Oliver’s Restaurant, St Issey

What the Dickens! In Cornwall? Well, yes, it seems it is not as incongruous as it sounds. In 1842, Dickens visited Padstow in Cornwall, resulting in his writing the much-loved classic, ‘A Christmas ...

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Beerwolf Books Freehouse, Falmouth

Books and beer, what a brilliant combo! Offering you the best of both worlds, the ‘becoming-legendary’ Beerwolf (presumably a play on Beowulf) Books Freehouse specialises in second-hand and remain...

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The Barrel, Bude

The Barrel is a micropub in the delightful family seaside town of Bude. Quirky, this tiny pub can accommodate around 40 customers max, which gives it an intimate feel. Locals love it. Why? Well, there...

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The Rockpool Bar, Gwithian

Set within the dunes of Gwithian and Godrevy, The Rockpool , with its breath-taking views, really appeals to walkers with a touch of the nomad in their souls. Set close to dramatic National Trust prot...

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The Watering Hole

The Watering Hole, Perranporth

With a touch of the Aussie about it, The Watering Hole is the only bar actually on the beach in the UK.  That’s right, it is really on the sand. You cannot get closer than that. This place really i...

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The Sloop Inn, St Ives

For a really traditional Cornish Inn, beloved by local fishermen and artists, but also by visitors, The Sloop Inn is right on the harbour at St Ives, separated from the sea only by a cobbled walkway. ...

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Victoria Inn, Perranuthnoe

Beautifully situated near Marazion looking out to picturesque St Michael’s Mount, the Victoria Inn is one of the oldest in Cornwall, steeped in history but also proud owner of the Taste of the West ...

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The Pandora Inn

Pandora Inn, Falmouth

Step back in time at this award-winning historic inn on the edge of the beautiful Restronguet Creek between Falmouth and Truro. Dating from the 13th century, this iconic thatched inn, named after HMS ...

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The Port William Inn

The Port William Inn, Trebarwith Strand

Feeling hungry after a satisfying day at the seaside, surfing or walking the coastal path? The Port William is perched on the side of the valley at magical Trebarwith Strand. You will love this nautic...

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The Gurnard’s Head, Zennor

What is a gurnard? Given our coastal heritage, it is a fish, a rather attractive one at that, also known as a sea robin – and yes, you can eat it! Out in Zennor, near the Minack Theatre in the cliff...

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Star and Garter, Falmouth

In the heart of old Falmouth on the High Street at the harbour’s edge, the award-winning Victorian Star and Garter is said to be the best foodie gastro pub in the south-west. These days, we want to ...

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The Grapes, Falmouth

For a dog-friendly eating experience, check out The Grapes alehouse at Falmouth. The Grapes was founded in the 1700s on Fish Strand Quay, the first port of call for seafarers. Now, an independent fami...

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The Brendon Arms, Bude

A free house with real cask ales, this friendly inn is located next to Bude Canal. The Brendon Arms (or The Brendon, as locals call it) has a lovely outside seating area for sunny days, brilliant to s...

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The Gurnard’s Head, Zennor

Out in Zennor, near the Minack Theatre in the cliffs, is The Gurnard’s Head, a dog-friendly dining pub situated between St Just and St Ives.  Their ethos is “the simple things in life done well�...

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The Old Coastguard, Mousehole

The Old Coastguard is a seaside hotel in the fishing village of Mousehole. Alas, it had a fire in summer 2019, but has been revamped for the new season, providing a bright new setting to reflect its l...

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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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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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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 ...

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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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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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Cornish Secrets property Orchard Cottage, Charlestown

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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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...

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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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