Digital detox in Cornwall: cottage stays for relaxing in style

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Digital detox in Cornwall: cottage stays for relaxing in style

Date Posted: 7 Sep 2023

People choose to holiday in Cornwall for different reasons; perhaps you want to spend a week with your family with the sand between your toes, or maybe want to explore the Cornish coastline on foot with your dog? Every holiday in Cornwall is a unique stay.

You may simply be pining after a restful break away from your fast-paced life, and Cornwall makes for a fabulous place for a digital detox. While all of our Cornwall cottages come with wifi – it’s just a rumour that Cornwall is in the dark ages – because many of our properties are located in the stunning Cornish countryside, you can be nestled in nature with our luxury stays, offering a tranquil haven for guests to press pause and reset.

Your digital detox holiday in Cornwall

We’ve put together some top tips and recommendations to ensure you enjoy a restful break in the Duchy.

Time out from your phone

Travelling to Cornwall without a mobile phone wouldn’t be advised, as you may need one in an emergency. Once you arrive at your cottage in Cornwall, leave your phone in a drawer or out in the car.

Relax in style with a good book

Trevose Head from Mother Ivey's Bay ©National Trust Images Sue Brackenbury

Take in the sea air

Studies show that breathing in sea air helps the brain and body produce the chemicals you need to keep you balanced, well and healthy as the ions contained in it help the electrical functionality of the brain. We’ve so many wonderful Cornwall beaches here, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Opt for some screen-free fun

Bring a board game or pack of cards. Avoid screen time as digital detox holidays are the perfect opportunity to play a new game, or a favourite card game. Many cottages in Cornwall will have a well-stocked games cupboard, but it’s worth checking first.

Trekoa, Perranuthnoe

Soak the stress away

Opt for a luxury stay in Cornwall with a hot tub. Soaking in hot water widens your blood vessels, which in turn lowers your blood pressure and can help you relax. If a hot tub is out of the question, Cornish Secrets have some unique stays with stunning bathtubs, some of which come with a sea view.

Cornish light, camera, action…

Take a camera with you. Most of us rely on our phones to take holiday snaps, but to avoid using your phone capture those precious moment on a camera instead. It’ll also make a reminiscent activity looking through them all when you return home. Cornwall’s stunning scenery makes for some fabulous backdrops.

However you choose to relax on your Cornwall holiday, we’re confident you’ll find the perfect property to unwind with Cornish Secrets.

Cornish Secrets most idyllic properties for a digital detox holiday

Looking for a rural retreat, here are some of our most heavenly homes…

Ravenscourt

Launcells, nr Bude

From: £1995

Per Week

An impressive former rectory, set in beautiful gardens offering a tranquil retreat

Sleeps: 10

Bedrooms: 5

Pets Welcome: Yes

Special Feature: Former vicarage with sizeable grounds

Outstanding New Property!

Lower Hendra

Nr Port Isaac

From: £2500

Per Week

A stunning countryside property with spoiling sea views

Sleeps: 10

Bedrooms: 4

Pets Welcome: No

Bathrooms: 3

Parking: Plenty of private parking

Birch Studio

Lamorna

From: £1575

Per Week

A charming romantic hideaway with a hot tub and sauna

Sleeps: 4

Bedrooms: 1

Pets Welcome: Yes

Atlantic Haven

Crackington Haven, Nr Bude

From: £795

Per Week

Character coastal cottage for two

Sleeps: 2

Bedrooms: 1

Pets Welcome: No

Bathrooms: 1

Parking: 1 Vehicles

Trekoa

Perranuthnoe, nr Marazion

From: £760

Per Week

Stunning property complete with sea views and hot tub

Sleeps: 6-8

Bedrooms: 3

Pets Welcome: No

Bathrooms: 2.5

Parking: 2 parking spaces

The Tregothnan Shepherd’s Hut

Coombe, nr Truro

From: £500

Per Week

A luxurious shepherd’s hut with stunning views over the Fal Estuary

Sleeps: 2

Bedrooms: 1

Pets Welcome: Yes

Holly Cottage

Coombe, nr Truro

From: £950

Per Week

Sleeps: 6

Bedrooms: 3

Pets Welcome: Yes

Penjerrick Cottage

Coombe, nr Truro

From: £794

Per Week

Sleeps: 4

Bedrooms: 2

Pets Welcome: Yes

Clematis House

St Columb Major

From: £895

Per Week

A large, charming home with individually styled rooms and original features

Sleeps: 8

Bedrooms: 4

Pets Welcome: Yes

Turn-A-Penny Cottage

Coombe, nr Truro

From: £752

Per Week

Idyllic romantic cottage sleeping two, affording views of the River Fal

Sleeps: 2

Bedrooms: 1

Pets Welcome: Yes

Creek End

Feock

From: £3000

Per Week

An impressive contemporary retreat in an idyllic creek-side location

Sleeps: 10

Bedrooms: 4

Pets Welcome: Yes

Special Feature: Home cinema room

Special Feature: Private bar area

Myrtle Cottage

Coombe, nr Truro

From: £794

Per Week

Beautiful two-bedroom country cottage, nested along the River Fal

Sleeps: 4

Bedrooms: 2

Pets Welcome: Yes

Peacehay Barn

Nr Padstow

From: £2800

Per Week

Large luxury home near Padstow set amongst a sizeable, secluded garden

Sleeps: 12

Bedrooms: 6

Pets Welcome: Yes

Coombe Villa

Coombe, Nr Truro

From: £950

Per Week

Stunning Cornish cottage, nestled in a tranquil riverside location

Sleeps: 6

Bedrooms: 3

Pets Welcome: Yes

Bethel Cottage

Coombe, nr Truro

From: £780

Per Week

Charming Cornish cottage overlooking the River Fal

Sleeps: 4

Bedrooms: 2

Pets Welcome: Yes

Riverside Cottage

Coombe, nr Truro

From: £752

Per Week

Stunning picturesque cottage sleeping two, affording views of the River Fal

Sleeps: 2

Bedrooms: 1

Pets Welcome: Yes

Kismet

Near Padstow

From: £1295

Per Week

A stunning, spacious, family home near Padstow

Sleeps: 8

Bedrooms: 4

Pets Welcome: Yes

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