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Serendipity - 1074003 - photo 1
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St Ives, Cornwall, TR26
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.8

A fabulous ground-floor apartment in St Ives, Cornwall. Decked terrace. Secure barrier parking. Short walk to beach. Carbis Bay 1.2 miles; Penzance 8 miles; Falmouth 26 miles. (Ref. 1074003)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £476

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The Old Coastguard Lookout - 1097255 - photo 1
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Port Isaac, Cornwall, PL29
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

This stunning, three-storey holiday home rests in the heart of Port Isaac, Cornwall. Sea views. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Close to the beach and amenities. Polzeath 6.6 miles; Padstow 16 miles (Ref. 1097255)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £1136

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Harbour Cottage - 1024671 - photo 1
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Boscastle, Cornwall, PL35
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A quaint cottage resting in Boscastle, Cornwall. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Tintagel 3.9 miles; Port Isaac 13.4 miles. (Ref. 1024671)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

  • 20% off - Sat 26th Jul to 2nd Aug 2025

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3 nights from £669

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6 Meadow Retreat - 1172392 - photo 1
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Dobwalls, Cornwall, PL14
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

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6 Meadow Reatreat with Hot Tub is a pleasing single-storey lodge in Dobwalls, Cornwall, with a hot tub on the enclosed decking, woodburning stove. Liskeard 3.2 miles; Looe 8.9 miles. (Ref. 1172392)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub

3 nights from £442

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Manor Barn - 1155470 - photo 1
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Saltash, Cornwall, PL12
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Manor Barn is a delightful, detached property in Saltash, Cornwall. Family-friendly. Dog-friendly. Golf course nearby. Superb gardens. Dishwasher. Liskeard 9.3 miles. Plymouth 12.7 miles. Launceston 13.9 miles. Polperro 19.2 miles. (Ref. 1155470)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £497

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Polwen - 1149341 - photo 1
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Harlyn Bay, Padstow, Cornwall, PL28
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

Polwen is an outstanding, single-storey holiday home in Harlyn Bay, Cornwall. Family-friendly. Dog-friendly. Direct beach access. Immaculately-presented. Padstow 3 miles. Newquay 12.1 miles. Polzeath 16.7 miles. (Ref. 1149341)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £629

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Atlantic Reach - 1110901 - photo 1
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Marazion, Cornwall, TR17
  • 7 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A well-presented holiday home situated in town of Marazion. Smart TV. Hot tub. Beach nearby. Penzance 5.4 miles; Helston 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1110901)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £888

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The Barn at Little Resugga - 961605 - photo 1
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Rescorla near St Austell, Cornwall, PL26
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A charming barn conversion which was featured Tattler magazine situated near the Eden Project, with countryside views. Excellent beaches within 5 miles. (Ref. 961605)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £515

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Mariners Rest - 1149142 - photo 1
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Gorran Haven, Cornwall, PL26
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

Mariners Rest is a charming, one-bedroom property located in the stunning village of Gorran Haven in Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Sea views. Couple's retreat. Portmellon 2.3 miles; Saint Austell 9.2 miles; Truro 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1149142)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £482

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The Dairy - 1064687 - photo 1
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Trenear near Helston, Cornwall, TR13
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A superb, contemporary barn conversion set in a small holding in Trenear near Helston. Open-plan living. Eco heating. Enclosed garden patio. Countryside location. Helston 3.8 miles; Porthleven 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1064687)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £395

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Cornish Views - 1145027 - photo 1
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Camborne, Cornwall, TR14
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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Cornish Views is an immaculate, detached barn conversion set in the hamlet of Black Rock, Cornwall. Elevated country views. Pet free. Off-road parking. Camborne 3.7 miles; Helston 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1145027)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £381

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Miners cottage - 1066706 - photo 1
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St Austell, Cornwall, PL25
  • 4 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A delightful, white-washed cottage in the heart of St Austell, Cornwall. Dog-friendly. Barbecue. Close to beach. Enclosed garden. Mevagissey 6.6 miles; Fowey 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1066706)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £462

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Crystal Bay - 1079683 - photo 1
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St Ives, Cornwall, TR26
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

This fabulous coastal apartment rests in St. Ives, Cornwall. Open-plan. WiFi. Great views. Near a beach. Near railway station. Short breaks. Family-friendly. Carbis Bay 1.2 miles; Hayle 4.9 miles. (Ref. 1079683)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

3 nights from £810

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Treth Ha Mor - 1073853 - photo 1
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Carbis Bay, Cornwall, TR26
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

Modern duplex penthouse, sea front apartment in Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Panoramic sea views. Off-road parking. Short walk to beach. St Ives 2.6 miles, Penzance 8.6 miles, Falmouth 20.8 miles. (Ref. 1073853)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV

3 nights from £450

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Bumblebee Cottage - 1095469 - photo 1
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Luxulyan, Cornwall, PL30
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Bumblebee Cottage, a delightful cottage in the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall. Near to shop and pub. Near local walks. Countryside location. Rural views. Luxulyan, Cornwall. St Austell 4.9 miles; Par 5.3 miles; Bodmin 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1095469)

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  • Off-road parking
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  • Baby-friendly

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3 nights from £444

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The Old Smokehouse - 1123148 - photo 1
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Charlestown, Cornwall, PL25
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A stylish two-bedroom cottage resting in Charlestown, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Open-plan living. Enclosed garden. St. Austell 1.6 miles; Eden Project 3.2 miles; Truro 16.3 miles. (Ref. 1123148)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £579

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Apple Blossom Barn - 1071346 - photo 1
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Gulval near Penzance, Cornwall, TR20
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A stylish, stone barn conversion in the rural village of Gulval, near Penzance in Cornwall. Open-plan. Wooburning stove. Counrtyside views. Penzance 1.9 miles; Marazion 5.2 miles; St Ives 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1071346)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £525

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Frogwell Chapel - 1063115 - photo 1
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Frogwell near Callington, Cornwall, PL17
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

Stone-built, renovated chapel nestled in the hamlet of Frogmore, near Callington in Cornwall. Dog-friendly. Open-plan living. High vaulted ceiling. Tavistock 11.7 miles; Launceston 13.1 miles. (Ref. 1063115)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £410

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Estuary View - 1057762 - photo 1
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Newquay, Cornwall, TR7
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

This stylish property rests in the lively town of Newquay, Cornwall. Superb garden with river views and firepit. Close to amenities. Close to beach. Off-road parking. Perranporth 9.4 miles; Truro 13.5 miles; Padstow 16.4 miles. (Ref. 1057762)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £515

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The Bolt Hole - 1051737 - photo 1
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Downderry, Cornwall, Pl11
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A contemporary-styled, first-floor apartment resting in the peaceful village of Downderry, Cornwall. Sea views. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Private balcony. Open-plan. Amenities and beach in walking distance. Looe 5.9 miles; Plymouth 12.3 miles. (Ref. 1051737)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £348

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With a warmer climate than average and superb dining opportunities within striking distance, this selection of short breaks in Cornwall is the perfect choice for a weekend getaway. 

Why Short Breaks in Cornwall? 

A Cornwall getaway is the perfect escape from everyday life, with almost a third of Cornwall being a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you will find something to suit all ages and tastes. 

From the rolling hills with a multiitude of walks and historical landmarks to a dramatic coastline with an abundance of glorious beaches to explore, Cornwall weekend breaks promise to be an action-packed one. For more ways on how to spend your Cornwall weekend away, browse our Cornwall Travel Guide. 

Places to visit from Cornwall Weekend Breaks 

Cornwall is home to a whole host of iconic attractions and landmarks you can visit on your short break. If you are bringing younger guests along for a Cornwall short break, how about a visit to one of the iconic family attractions nearby, such as Blue Reef Aquarium or Newquay Zoo?  

For those feeling adventurous, look forward to walking the famous South West Coast Path, where you will be delighted to find glorious beaches, secluded coves and weather-beaten cliffs along the way.  

Take a trip to Land’s End and see the Land’s End sign, England's westernmost point and the close by coastal village of Sennen Cove.  

Cornwall is also extremely popular with food lovers, with Michelin-starred restaurants dotted around the region, as well as opportunities to sample the famous Cornish pasty.  

Other places to visit whilst on short breaks in Cornwall include: 

Boscastle 

Looe 

Newquay  

Padstow  

St Ives 

Tintagel 

Types of Cornwall Holidays 

Make your next quick getaway a Cornwall weekend break! 

If you seek a touch of luxury, why not treat you and your loved ones to a Cornwall cottage with a hot tub or one of these luxury Cornwall cottages? If you fancy staying close to the coast, why not choose a beach cottage or a coastal cottage in Cornwall? Or if you're bringing your canine companion along, browse these pet friendly Cornwall cottages. There are also plenty of romantic breaks in Cornwall to choose from!

If you seek a weekend getaway, we can help you find the perfect cottage in Cornwall or why not browse the full selection of weekend and short break cottages.