Dog-Friendly Holidays Cornwall
Discover Cornwall's coastal beauty on a dog-friendly getaway. From the rugged cliffs of Land's End to North Cornwall’s sandy beaches, this southwestern destination is the cream of the crop of the UK’s countryside. Explore historic castles, enjoy fresh seafood, and immerse yourself in Cornwall's unique culture—an ideal spot for any traveller and their four-legged companion.
Mevagissey, EnglandSubstantial semi-detached house, master bedroom with four poster, entertainment room, enclosed garden, off road parking, 10 minute walk to Mevagissey harbour. Truro 15 miles.£102From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Camelford, EnglandThis charming two-storey lodge nestled in the village of Davidstow, a few miles from Camelford, in Cornwall. Open-plan living. Pet-friendly. Camelford 4.6 miles.£77From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St. Columb, EnglandA beautifully presented, privately owned detached lodge on the Retallack Resort & Spa. On-site swimming pool, spa and restaurant. Pet friendly. Coast within 10 miles. Padstow 8 miles.£295From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Penzance, EnglandNone£97From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Falmouth, EnglandBlackthorn Cottage is a delightful, spacious, cosy and comfortable, single-storey barn conversion with high ceilings, sky lights and solid wood floors, and is perfect for a relaxing holiday.
This is a peaceful location with easy access to miles of coastal paths and some of Cornwall’s most beautiful beaches including Swan Pool Beach, the beautiful sheltered beach at Maenporth cove and Gyllingvase white sandy beach with crystal clear waters. There are beach cafes, restaurants and fish restaurants, and water sports are available on many of the beaches.
The main bustling town and harbours of Falmouth is just minutes away, with its prestigious marinas attracting some of the world’s leading racing yachts and ocean going vessels. The port of Falmouth is the third deepest natural harbour in the world. The town has an excellent choice of restaurants, bistros, tea rooms, cafés and pubs. Events Square is home to the National Maritime Museum with various events throughout the year, including the lively Sea Shanty week, Oyster Festival and food and music festivals.
Falmouth has a multi screen cinema, theatre, bowling, golf course and cycle hire with a number of old tram line cycle trails running from the south coast across to the north coast.
Take the train from Falmouth to the cathedral city of Truro to experience great shops, markets, cinema and theatre with a great selection of restaurants and pubs serving great food.
Water taxis will take you across the estuary to St Mawes and the riverside village of Flushing, or take one of the local boats to explore the beautiful River Helford and creeks. Enjoy a thrilling Sea Safari to watch dolphins, basking sharks, seals and much more.
Visit the beautiful sub tropical gardens at Trebah, Glendurgan and Trelissick, or discover many National Trust and English Heritage properties including Pendennis Castle with its twin St Mawes Castle across the estuary.
The area is perfect for exploring south Cornwall, the stunning coves and pretty villages on the Lizard Peninsula, and the rugged north coast, popular with surfers. Shops and pub 2 miles, restaurant 1 mile.£65From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bude, EnglandThis pleasant, single-storey cottage rests in Bude, Cornwall. Romantic. Open-plan. Near a beach. Marhamchurch 1.1 miles; Tintagel 18.1 miles.£73From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Just, EnglandWelcome to Penmarric. This two-bedroom family property is in the village of Pendeen, close to the town of Penzance on the west coast of Cornwall and is suitable for families and couples. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you would need from preparing breakfast to cooking every night. The living/dining room is at the back of the property with views of the garden,and the outside space is ideal if you want to eat al-fresco, have a morning coffee or an evening drink.
There are two pubs in the village, a post office as well as a chip shop and store. On the first and second Saturday of the month you can purchase fresh fish and local produce from the farmers’ market. Pendeen is full of industrial history, situated within the Lands’ End peninsula World Heritage Site and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Discover the history of the Cornish Miners at Geevor or Levant tin mines (featured in BBC ‘Poldark’ series), explore the atmospheric engine houses at Botllack and Crowns engine houses. There is an old arsenic works huddled at the base of dramatic cliffs, as well as ancient sites such as Carn Kenidjack to wander around.
Most people come to Cornwall for the beaches, and you won’t be disappointed, choose from long stretches of golden sand to small, sheltered coves. The nearest is Portheras Cove between Pendeen and Morvah, only accessible by walking. If you want to surf, check the latest surf reports for the best beaches. A mile from Pendeen is the Pendeen Lighthouse, a great place to start a coastal walk from, other options would be to walk from Geevor Tin Mine, Levant Mine, discover Cape Cornwall, St Just and Penzance.
For gardeners Trengwainton Garden in Madron is a must to visit, exotic trees and shrubs make this a magical place to explore. Whatever your budget there is plenty to do and see in the area, good bus routes allow you to visit towns such as Hayle, St Ives and Penzance. Younger ones would love a visit to Paradise Park just under 30 minutes’ drive, or a day trip to Lands End 20 minutes away. Beach 1½ miles.£86From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
EnglandLittle Jago is located next door to the owners’ property and has the benefit of its own patio area with access to the huge garden which is shared with the owners. Fitted to high standards, Little Jago offers comfortable accommodation comprising of a spacious kitchen/dining room with wood flooring throughout and French doors leading to the patio area.
Little Jago is situated in the small hamlet of Trewartha which is within easy reach of the village of Veryan with its unusual roundhouses, convenience store and pub. Veryan is ideally located for exploring the Roseland Peninsula and is only moments from the spectacular Carne Beach or the dramatic coastline around the historic fishing village of Portloe. This is big walking country and there is easy access to the coastal footpath with some dramatic walks around Nare Head, Portloe and the Dodman which is slightly further away. For those looking for a great beach, Carne beach with its long expanse of sand is only a mile away. Beach 1¾ miles.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Mawes, EnglandCobblestones has some of the best panoramic views in St Mawes, being situated in the exclusive western end of the village close to the castle built by Henry VIII in the 1540s. Cobblestones is reverse level with the main entrance on the same level as the main bedrooms and living area; south facing, with a full width balcony, heated swimming pool (available June to end of August) with permanent safety cover, large garden, plenty of parking and all within walking distance of the village. This is a fantastic property for larger groups and families. the best feature of Cobblestones is, without a doubt, the incredible views. Watch the world go by with yachts, power boats and ferries constantly traversing the vista and occasional shipping movements in Falmouth Bay or heading up the river to the commercial port.
Cobblestones is a 5-minute walk from the pretty harbour area of St Mawes and is one of Cornwall’s most desirable holiday destinations and the stunning harbour, surrounded by lovely local shops, restaurants, bars and hotels is a constant bustle of vibrancy during the season. There are ferry links from the harbour to St Anthony, Falmouth, Trelissick and Malpas. During the winter it is a quiet, peaceful village that rarely sees frosts or snow. St Mawes Castle was built by Henry VIII and is a splendid place to take in the views of the Carrick Roads. There are miles of coastal and countryside walks to take in and some idyllic beaches on which to relax. Beach 2 miles.£126From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mawgan Porth, EnglandThe property itself sits on a 1/2-acre plot, is airy, roomy, and mainly on the one level. A balcony wraps around the house with a glass balustrade, teak dining table, chairs, and sun loungers. Under the house is a large storage room with shower, drying room and a selection of bodyboards and wetsuits. The kitchen/breakfast room, dining room, living room, and master bedroom all have magnificent uninterrupted views of the ocean. To the rear of the property is a snug living room with Freeview TV. One bedroom has two sets of bunk beds which is ideal for younger children.
Templeton’s location is exemplified by having one of the shortest walks to the beach with access just outside the garden. Templeton nestles at the top of the steps that lead down onto Mawgan Porth’s stunning beach. There is a large stream that runs down the south side of the beach, with plenty of rock pools and connecting caves for exploring. During the high season, lifeguards from the RNLI safeguard the coastline. The beach faces west and is walled with high cliffs providing shelter from the wind however, Atlantic swells often produce large surf. Mawgan Porth, and the pretty village of St. Mawgan, sits in the perfect location for a peaceful, relaxing and wonderfully memorable holiday in Cornwall.
Situated mid-way between Padstow and Newquay close to the Southwest coastal path on the rugged north Cornish coast, Mawgan Porth offers you a beautiful west-facing beach with stunning scenery, wondrous walks, and superb surfing. Furthermore, there are an amazing variety of restaurants to suit everyone’s taste and pocket: including a cosy pub, seafood restaurant, cafes, and takeaways. Templeton is a dog-friendly house overlooking a beach that welcomes dogs year-round. Beach 40 yards.£194From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
