Dog-friendly Hotels Cornwall
Heading to any popular destination in Cornwall and you'll have the choice of the best dog friendly hotels that the area has to offer. Cornwall has some superb dog walking areas, including the South West Coast path which takes you past Land's End, the Lizard peninsula and some beautiful beaches.
Falmouth, England
4.00This adorable single-storey bijou cottage is located in the heart of Falmouth, just a short stroll from the water front, harbour, restaurants, pubs, cafés and shops, and beaches are just a 10-minute walk away. Falmouth is a vibrant port with prestigious marinas, with numerous high profile events throughout the year, including Sea Shanty Week in June, music and food events, including Falmouth Week in August with bands and entertainment, and the famous Oyster Festival in October. Whatever time of year you choose to visit, there will always be something to see and be entertained with. Events Square hosts most of the main events and is the home of The National Maritime Museum. The area is a food lover’s haven, with a wide selection of restaurants, and great local food and ales served in many of the quality pubs and cafés. There is also a choice of takeaway’s, including Rick Stein’s fish and chips. Art galleries, a museum, cinema and bowling are all available locally.
Take one of the small ferry services and cross the water to nearby St Mawes, Flushing and Mylor, or take a sightseeing trip or evening cruise down the scenic Helford River, passing many local beaches and coves on route. There is a popular, wildlife sea safari tour where you can watch dolphins, basking sharks, seals and wild birds. Pendennis Castle sits proud on the headland, with its twin St Mawes Castle on the opposite side of the Fal Estuary. Both castles were built by Henry VII. Pendennis (English Heritage) hosts many events through the year, including jousting, history and battle re-enactments, live music and food events, and is open daily to the public.
Falmouth has some of Cornwall’s finest beaches; the sweeping beach at Gyllyngvase has fine white sand, water sports including kayaking, a popular café where you can eat alfresco, or sit and relax in the evening on the glass terrace with a drink overlooking the beach. Swanpool Beach is a small sheltered cove with a nature lake, small café and water sports centre. There is great access to coastal paths with some amazing scenic walks. Maenporth Cove is a perfect beach for unwinding or swimming, and there is a convenient small beach café and renowned cove restaurant overlooking the beach.
Helford River and creeks offer visitors quiet relaxing areas, woodland walks and glorious sub-tropical gardens to explore, including nearby Trebah and Glendurgan. The area is popular with water sports enthusiasts, with activities including sailing, kayaking and surfing. Other activities on offer in the area include walking, golf, pitch and putt and crazy golf. Cyclists will love the area with its many cycle trails, including the Bissoe Trail running from Devoran on the south coast to Portreath on the north coast. Beach ¼ mile. Shop and restaurant 200 yards, quiet small pub next door.£56From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Liskeard, England 5.00Right in the centre of the charming village of St Neot, on the edge of Bodmin Moor, this wonderful conversion of a Victorian village school is set in an elevated position, with superb views across the village, open fields and woods beyond. Forming part of the original school building built in 1872, and attached to the owners’ home with separate private access, this lovely contemporary property is ideal for a family holiday or couples looking for a quiet yet central location. The living area has a large wood burner, ideal for autumn and winter holidays. The kitchen has French doors opening on to a decked balcony, which overlooks the village church and pub.
Situated midway between the A30 and A38, this property couldn’t be in a better location for exploring the whole of Cornwall. For those looking to enjoy village life on Bodmin Moor, this is the perfect spot. There is a village pub and small shop just a short walk away. Colliford Lake and Siblyback Lake Activity Centre are within easy reach. Bodmin Moor is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is fantastic for walkers. Beach 15 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 300 yards.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Launceston, England 5.00This delightful former corn mill is set amongst lush Cornish countryside near the village of Egloskerry. Dating back to the 15th century, this historic mill was last working up until the 1960’s. It has been sympathetically renovated to maintain the charm and character with added modern comforts. This stunning, detached cob and stone walled mill is arranged over two floors in a topsy-turvy style to capture and enjoy the natural beauty of the abundant surrounding farmland.
The interior is graced with charming features with its exposed original beams and acts as a great hub for exploring the wonderful rural and coastal locations nearby. It is a lovely spot for a family, or groups of couples and friends. The homely living room offers plenty of comfortable seating, along with a Smart TV and a cosy wood burner, creating a lovely spot to put your feet up and relax. The property has full fibre superfast broadband Wi-Fi. There is also access to the garden where you can enjoy uninterrupted views over the tranquil countryside and surrounding grazing fields. The spacious kitchen is very well-appointed, with all the necessary appliances to cook up a scrumptious meal. There are three bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed, one with a double bed and one with a kingsize zip and link bed which can be 2ft 6in twin beds on request. All rooms have been decorated to a loving standard to create a peaceful spot to get your much-needed rest. There are also two shower rooms, one on the ground floor and the other on the first floor.
Just 5 miles away lies the charming town of Launceston, which has a wealth of amenities, as well as Launceston Castle and the fascinating Lawrence House Museum. This sublime location offers fine access to dreamy countryside in the Tamar Valley, Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor National Park, as well as the breathtaking North Cornwall coastline. This really is a splendid cottage to enjoy a Cornish holiday.£141From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bude, England 5.00Nuthatch Barn is a charming and romantic retreat nestled in the picturesque North Devon countryside, near the breathtaking North Cornish Coastline of Bude and adjacent to the National Cycling Route 3. Boasting proximity to Bude’s award-winning, dog-friendly beaches, Nuthatch Barn provides an ideal escape for couples seeking tranquillity and relaxation.
Situated within the Little Derril complex, this single-storey cottage, converted in 2018, is one of three delightful holiday cottages. Adjoining Stonechat Barn and situated across from the owner’s farmhouse, Nuthatch Barn offers a cosy and inviting atmosphere. The living area opens onto a small, enclosed garden, perfect for alfresco suppers, and a wood burner provides a warm and intimate space for chilly evenings. The cottage is equipped with a large TV, DVD player, and a selection of DVDs, books, and games for guests’ enjoyment. The owner’s fields are available for guests to use for outdoor activities or games.
Only 2½ miles away lies the historic market town of Holsworthy, featuring essential amenities such as a small Co-Op, local butchers, fresh grocers, pharmacy, pet shop, cafes, and pubs. Holsworthy also offers an 18-hole golf course, an indoor swimming pool, and a small leisure centre. The coastal town of Bude, just 15 minutes away, provides additional attractions, including a sea pool, a historic castle, various restaurants, shops, cafes, local arts, and an activities centre. Tamar Lakes offer a range of water sports and fishing opportunities.
Little Derril’s strategic location allows easy access to the coastal path, inviting guests to explore charming fishing villages and spectacular beaches such as Padstow, Tintagel, Crackington Haven, Westward Ho!, Clovelly, and Instow. For a memorable day out, the renowned Eden Project is within reach. The beach is 8½ miles away, and a shop is 2½ miles away, while a pub and restaurant are within half a mile.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Just, England 4.00Cobi’s Cape Cottage is a delightful cottage within walking distance of the main square in St Just where guests will find a vibrant atmosphere, a supermarket, fresh fruit and veg, bakers, butchers, art galleries, tea rooms and cafés plus three pubs all serving great food and local ales.
This mid terrace property boasts stunning sea views to the front and a pretty front garden where guests can unwind and relax after a busy day exploring. There is a fully enclosed patio area to the rear.
The cottage has three first floor bedrooms, including a front room with sea views and a kingsize bed, a rear double bedroom and a bunk bedroom. There is also a bathroom with shower over bath. The light and spacious fully-equipped kitchen with a dining area is ideal for rustling up a family meal or hearty breakfast, while the living room boasts a cosy wood burner.
Perfectly located for exploring the delights of Cape Cornwall, just 1¼ miles away, with its rugged coastline and endless coastal paths and walks. The area is famous for its association with the Poldark TV series and its heritage and mining history.
The property is just a short drive to Sennen Cove with its wide sandy beach and surfing haven. The Minack open air theatre is a must see with the ocean as a backdrop and views over Porthcurno beach. A number of quaint villages and harbours can be found at Mousehole and Newlyn, and the sea faring town of Penzance is close by.
The area is popular for walking, windsurfing, surfing, swimming, cycling, pony trekking and golf, with Cape Cornwall golf course just a mile down the lane. The area attracts artists throughout the year and offers a number of wonderful local galleries and studios to peruse. Beach 4½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Porthtowan, England 5.00Palm Cottage is a charming period home, renovated in 2021 to create a stunning five star holiday home set in a peaceful village setting. The cottage offers perfect accommodation for friends or families with three bedrooms, two double and one single. Complete with a modern open plan kitchen/dining room, thats perfect for rustling up supper, simply relaxing with a cold drink or planning the next days adventures along with a separate cosy living room. Outside there is a lovely south-facing garden which is full enclosed with a small fence and cornish hedge.
The village itself offers a couple of local shops, a village inn and a butchers shop. St Day is perfectly located to explore this wonderful area, from the stunning natural beauty of North Cornwall’s coast, with beautiful bays and coves to the charming coastal towns and village of South Cornwall’s coast. Take a day trip to Falmouth and explore this charming town full of independent shops, pubs and eateries and a great place to book a boat trip to give yet another perspective of this wonderful coastline. Whatever your reasons for choosing Palm Cottage, we are certain its charm will have you longing to return.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Liskeard, England 5.00Set within the gorgeous countryside of south-east Cornwall, with rolling hills, hidden valleys and meandering streams, discover this superb apartment, perfect for exploring both beaches and moorland. Situated between the rugged beauty of Dartmoor National Park and the mysterious Bodmin Moor, there are countless walks to be enjoyed and breath-taking views aplenty! Your apartment evokes a feeling of relaxation throughout, with subtle and stylish décor complemented by wonderful natural light. On the ground floor you will find the spacious bedroom with kingsize bed and TV and chair bed for a child, whilst the exquisite bathroom has a modern twist with a large shower cubicle. The stairs lead you up to an open plan, bright and airy space, with attractive shades of blue.
The kitchen has an excellent level of equipment, so light breakfast or hearty meal can be both prepared and enjoyed with ease, and the dining area has seating for two or three guests. There is an inviting sofa from which to unwind and recount your day and TV to catch up on your favourite soap – if you have the time! The garden space is a delight; a private decking area with seating, umbrella and barbeque, ideal for enjoying morning coffee or to sit and star-gazing the sun has said goodnight. And of course, there is the ultimate chill-out space – your own wood-fired Scandinavian hot tub, great for leaving the hustle and bustle well and truly behind you!
To the south, a short drive takes you to coastal towns of Looe and Polperro or the villages of Cawsand and Kingsand all steeped in history with tales of smuggling and wrecking. Their narrow streets revealing an array of restaurants and shops and beautiful cottages too. The beaches on this part of the coast are numerous and offer coves, inlets and low-tide rockpools – perfect for children of all ages to explore! The beautiful towns of Liskeard and Tavistock have many amenities and superb architecture and are well worth a visit. Take the train from Liskeard railway station, all the way to Plymouth, where spectacular scenery unrolls before you as you pass through the Lynher and Tamar Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This vibrant historic naval city has marinas, the famous Hoe, The National Marine Aquarium and the Barbican’s cobbled quayside.£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
England 5.00Brambles Cottage is a beautifully appointed, one-bedroom cottage nestled alongside the owner’s house but with a private front door, garden and parking space and delightful rural views. There is a fantastic private hot tub in the garden for you to enjoy! The tasteful decor enhances the bright and airy feel and with underfloor heating, you can be sure this property is cosy and warm all year round. Dog friendly, Brambles Cottage is an ideal base to explore this stunning area of Cornwall. Although attached to the owners house, you’re completely private. A garden summerhouse with 360 degree glass so you can have a sunny breakfast or sunset drink even if it’s cool or windy. Together with the hot tub this enables you to enjoy the outdoors to the full on your holiday. New for 2024 is a high quality kitchen with all appliances and granite worktops.
There is a huge amount to do on the Lizard, from exploring the little fishing villages, Porthallow, Cadgwith or Coverack and sampling the local wealth of pubs and restaurants. Glorious clifftop walks, such as The Lizard itself, stunning sandy beaches like Coverack, Kennack Sands, Kynance Cove (which should be experienced), Poldhu or Loe Bar, which stretches from Gunwalloe all the way to Porthleven, tourist locations like Flambards, Poldark Mine or Goonhilly. The Helford River is beautiful and is surrounded by five little creeks, the most famous being Frenchman’s Creek, the eponymous title by Daphne Du Maurier based on the love affair between an impulsive English lady and a French pirate.
There are some breath-taking coastal walks, which really should include a trip around the Lizard Lighthouse, Britain’s most southerly point, on a clear, windy day there cannot be many more dramatic places in the country, the Lizard point is famous for shipwrecks and from May to October the Cornish coast is carpeted with a variety of colourful wildflowers. At the heart of the Lizard stands a 13th-century church, famous for its ornate woodwork decorating the end of each pew and depicting scenes from the Old and New Testament. Kynance Cove is a tidal beach for the adventurous, famous for its white sand, turquoise sea and rock stacks. Poldhu Cove, also known as Black Pool Cove, is a lovely west-facing sandy beach suitable for lots of fun activities, from building sandcastles to beach volleyball and rocks to explore at low tide and great for swimming, surfing and windsurfing. Beach 4 miles.£119From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mevagissey, England 4.00Set in a superb location overlooking Pentewan Harbour, you will find this delightful, spacious cottage with an abundance of character and many original features. As you approach the stone steps, you will see the pretty garden opposite the cottage, perfect for savoring morning coffee or enjoying a favourite beverage as the sun sets on the horizon. Inside, you will find an open plan living space with a quaint kitchen area with all you need to prepare light meals to hearty feasts, a large, deep, and very comfortable sofa to sink into, and a gorgeous wood burner set within an original stone fireplace. There are lovely harbour views from the kitchen and dining table too. Venture upstairs and you will find two beautifully decorated bedrooms, with sumptuous beds adorned with quality linens. Bedroom one has a king-size bed, with sea views. Bedroom two has a double bed with harbour views. There is a wonderful family bathroom with a bath and shower over. Steep stairs lead up to the second floor where the master bedroom boasts a beautiful kingsize bed, sofa, and en-suite bathroom.
At the bottom of the steps from the cottage, there is a wonderful café, whilst a pub is a short walk away. You can stroll to the beach and take in the views or away from the village there is a plethora of fun days to be found. The South West Coast Path offers beautiful walks and provides outstanding clifftop vistas, whilst the beautiful Lost Gardens of Heligan and unique Biomed Eden Project are must-visits. To the north lies Charlestown, timeless and with its small fleet of tall ships, a popular location for many films and TV series. There are some excellent restaurants here and the Shipwreck Museum.
The town of St. Austell has many amenities and shops, along with many visual links to the once incredible mining industry here, whilst inland the town of Bodmin, with its chilling jail experience and heritage railway await you. The Moor of the same name offers mystical and atmospheric surroundings with its tors and rock formations. Beach 200 yards.£146From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Launceston, EnglandA pretty Grade II listed cottage steeped in character. This lovely cottage boasts original slate floors, beautiful exposed ancient beams and a wood burner in the living room. Cosy and comfortable, Lower Trethinna Cottage is a perfect holiday home to relax and unwind in. Classically furnished with lovely oak and stripped pine antique furniture, a modern kitchen and bathroom and two bedrooms with high vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and natural stone features this cottage is snug and cosy for holidays throughout the whole year. Perfect for couples looking for a romantic hideaway or a small family seeking a rural retreat in a little hamlet just a short drive from the A30, making exploring Cornwall very accessible. To the rear and side of the cottage there are two small patio areas tucked away with benches, an enclosed garden and parking for one car at the front. Beach 14 miles. Shop and pub 3 miles, restaurant 2½ miles.£48From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
