With more than 250 miles of coastline, over 300 beaches and 2,200 miles of footpaths, it’s no surprise that Cornwall is the paw-fect spot to enjoy a holiday with your four-legged friend. If you’re not sure where to start, we’ve pulled out eight of the best dog-friendly holidays in Cornwall to help you decide.
1. The Hobbit
Location: St Ives
Best for: Exploring St Ives
Enclosed garden: Yes
The Hobbit is a dreamy hideaway in the heart of St Ives, just a stone’s throw from the pretty town’s sandy beaches, harbour, shops and restaurants. The quirky and characterful pet-friendly cottage has two double bedrooms and a small communal courtyard. Bring your dogs and let them roam free!
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2. Bayview
Location: Tregurrian
Best for: Sea view
Enclosed garden: No
Bayview is a pretty stone holiday cottage that is perfectly located for the best beach break in Watergate Bay. Boasting stunning sea views and just a 10-minute stroll from the beach, this three-bedroom home sleeps six and accepts two dogs. And even better, pets stay for free!
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3. Shore Leas
Location: Mawgan Porth
Best for: Hot tub fun
Enclosed garden: No
Just a two-minute walk from Mawgan Porth beach and sleeping six people, Shore Leas is an impressive property perfectly located to explore Cornwall. Soak in the hot tub while taking in the stunning views from this beautiful hillside home.
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This cool and contemporary ground-floor apartment can sleep two and accepts two dogs. 1 Cribbar is a unique holiday home overlooking the world-famous Fistral Beach. With a private courtyard garden and communal surfboard wash, if you’re looking to head for the beach for a short break, opt here.
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On the outskirts of Fowey is this stunning Carnethic Penthouse. The elegant two-bedroom apartment sleeps four and has access to beautiful manicured gardens and a swimming pool.
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Solebay Cottage is a two-bedroom holiday home at Pendeen Lighthouse. It’s situated in a dramatic location on a granite headland of the North Cornwall Coast within a Site of Special Scientific Interest and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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For a rural retreat, this beautiful shepherd’s hut, just outside the charming fishing village of Mevagissey, is a lush spot. The Wool Shed is an intimate and isolated hut with a woodburning stove and beautiful countryside views.
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The Blue House is a grand, period townhouse in the centre of Penzance, West Cornwall. The three-bedroom Georgian home has high ceilings, open fires and original features, and is set within a quiet square.
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