Hawkes Point, Carbis Bay
Edge O’ Cliff
A striking eco-home on the coastal slopes of Hawkes Point
From £1,995 / week
Cottages with Saunas in Cornwall
Dreaming of indulgence by the coast? Our collection of cottages with saunas elevates every moment. Think cedar warmth after windswept beach walks, soft robes, candlelit mood lighting, and a glass of bubbles on the terrace between steams. Whether it’s a romantic retreat or a stylish family base, a sauna turns downtime into spa time – your personal sanctuary for slow mornings and blissful, starry-night resets.
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Featured cottages
Rock
Balangan
An elegant home in Rock complete with hot tub, sauna and fabulous outdoor space
From £1,595 / week
Watergate Bay
Rockpools
A large striking coastal retreat in Watergate Bay with sea views, hot tub and luxury touches
From £1,995 / week
St Ives
Treleigh
A large and luxurious St Ives retreat, with stunning sea views
From £3,000 / week
Watergate Bay
The Farmhouse
A large, luxurious, countryside retreat, not far from Watergate Bay
From £1,250 / week
Hawkes Point, Carbis Bay
Edge O’ Cliff
A striking eco-home on the coastal slopes of Hawkes Point
From £1,995 / week
Rock
Balangan
An elegant home in Rock complete with hot tub, sauna and fabulous outdoor space
From £1,595 / week
Watergate Bay
Rockpools
A large striking coastal retreat in Watergate Bay with sea views, hot tub and luxury touches
From £1,995 / week
St Ives
Treleigh
A large and luxurious St Ives retreat, with stunning sea views
From £3,000 / week
Watergate Bay
The Farmhouse
A large, luxurious, countryside retreat, not far from Watergate Bay
From £1,250 / week
Newquay
Riverside Exclusive Retreat
From £720 / week
Newquay
2 Bed Cottage in Newquay
From £628 / week
Newquay
5 Longshore
From £1,743 / week
Newquay
George24 – spectacular, 5 minutes to the beach
From £1,350 / week
Bude
Eagle’s Nest
From £503 / week
Bude
Venners
From £452 / week
Bude
Westcotts
From £452 / week
FAQs
Common questions
In almost all self-catering cottages with private saunas, the sauna is yours to use as freely as you like throughout your stay — no booking slots, no hourly limits. Check the individual listing details on this page, as each property sets its own house rules; a small number may ask you to flag usage to the host for maintenance reasons.
Both types appear across our collection. Outdoor barrel saunas are particularly popular — heating up while rain patters on the wood and cold Cornish air waits outside is rather the point. Indoor saunas suit those who prefer year-round comfort without stepping into the elements. Filter the listings on this page to see which setup each property offers before you book.
Medical guidance generally advises that pregnant women and people with certain cardiovascular conditions avoid saunas or consult a doctor first. This is a personal health decision — we’d always recommend speaking to your GP before booking if you have any concerns. The sauna is one feature of the cottage; the stay works perfectly well without using it.
Most properties ask that children use the sauna only under direct adult supervision, and some set a minimum age. Exact rules vary by cottage — check the house information in each listing on this page. As a general principle, shorter, cooler sessions and plenty of water are advisable for younger users, and the final call always rests with parents.
Autumn and winter are the sweet spot for many guests — the coast is quieter, the light is extraordinary, and stepping from a hot sauna into cold sea air (or an outdoor shower) feels genuinely restorative rather than just novel. That said, a sauna after a long summer beach day has its own appeal. Availability and rates vary by season; the live calendar on each listing shows what’s free.
