Cornwall, GB holiday rentals: cottages & more

Discover a selection of 10,000 holiday rentals in Cornwall, GB that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo holiday homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including parking available and internet/WiFi. Prices start at £ 60 per night, and cottages and houses are popular options for a stay in Cornwall. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Stayed Jan 2023

THE HOST WITH THE MOST!

We had an utterly wonderful stay at Seawards mid-January and were delighted with not only the property and its panoramic views, but the host Mark went absolutely above and beyond in terms of ensuring our stay was perfect. The house was warm and cosy ...

Stayed Dec 2022

Mousehole at Christmas

This was a perfect property for our festive stay in Mousehole. The property was clean and well maintained and everything that we could possibly need was provided. We absolutely loved the sea view and the real fire. The host was quick to respond to an...

Stayed Dec 2022

Beautiful views

I stayed in the appaetment in December and it was so lovely being able to look straight out to sea from the sofa even when it was cold outside! Really beautiful area, lovely walks right out the front door. Flat has everything you need and is cosy & c...

Stayed Nov 2022

Fabulous location, no frills 3 bed annexe.

The annexe adjoins the owners property but has its own separate access and parking. The location (2 mins walk to Harlyn Bay) was superb. There is a big development project very close by, but this did not affect us. The annexe was very clean and tidy....

Stayed Nov 2022

Fantastic stay

Absolutely 💯 fantastic time. The cottage was clean and looked just like the on line booking. Felt like a home away from home. The bottle of wine and chocolates were a very nice surprise. Would definitely come back and stay..Sherry and Dave Chandler....

Stayed Oct 2022

Little Gem by the sea

The term “shack” does not do this property justice. It is so cosy and very well equipped, I couldn’t have wanted for anything else. It’s a great base for exploring the coastal paths, Falmouth and Truro. Taking our own bedding added a touch of home c...

Stayed Oct 2022

Castle View

We had a lovely week. The property was an old but very well refurbished cottage, well heated and with comfy beds and lounge furniture. A few more mugs and items of cutlery would be good but on the whole sensibly equipped. A short walk into Marazion a...

Stayed Oct 2022

Just wonderful

The apartment is spacious with the best views of the bay from three rooms. There was everything needed for a great stay, a well equipped kitchen, cosy lounge and some lovely touches to make your stay feel like a home from home. Plenty of towels and c...

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Travel to historical Cornwall

The area's history and museums are just some of the reasons to come on holiday to Cornwall. This welcoming city is known for its beaches, restaurants and seaside. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.

Things to do

Sightseeing in and around Cornwall

Do you want to find attractions to visit in the city? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Cornwall a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

Perranporth Golf Club (7 mi / 11.2 km)
Newquay Zoo (10.3 mi / 16.6 km)
Blue Reef Aquarium (10.6 mi / 17 km)
Great Western Beach (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
Portreath Beach (10.8 mi / 17.3 km)
Retallack Water Sports (14.7 mi / 23.6 km)

Natural features

Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Cornwall

Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in Cornwall. These are some of the area's most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:

Pendower Beach (6.1 mi / 9.8 km)
Trevaunance Cove (7.7 mi / 12.4 km)
Perranporth Beach (8.1 mi / 13.1 km)
Gyllyngvase Beach (8.3 mi / 13.3 km)
Swanpool Beach (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
Caerhays Castle (9.2 mi / 14.8 km)

How to get there

Travelling to and around Cornwall

The nearest airport is in Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), located 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from the city centre.

If you prefer to travel by train, Truro Station, Perranwell Station and Penryn Station are the main stations in the city.

How many holiday rentals are available around Cornwall?

Our 2023 accommodation listings offer a large selection of 9,579 holiday lettings around Cornwall. From 4,109 cottages to 7,011 houses, find unique self catering accommodation for you to enjoy a memorable stay with your family and friends for a long holiday or a weekend break.

What are the most popular destinations to visit in Cornwall?

There are many lovely places to stay for a long holiday or just a weekend break in Cornwall. From Vrbo UK travellers, the popular destinations to visit are:

Newquay: 2,575 holiday homes
St Ives: 1,781 holiday homes
Mevagissey: 690 holiday homes
Falmouth: 816 holiday homes
Port Isaac: 1,354 holiday homes

Vrbo UK offers you the possibility to discover many other popular destinations in Cornwall! Please use our search bar to access the selection of self catering accommodations available in other popular destinations.

What are the main cities to discover in Cornwall?

Whether you are travelling solo or with family and friends, here are the cities in Cornwall with the largest selection of holiday lettings for a perfect city break:

Newquay: 2,575 holiday lettings
St Ives: 1,781 holiday lettings
Falmouth: 816 holiday lettings
Port Isaac: 1,304 holiday lettings
Bude: 637 holiday lettings

For other cities, please use our search bar to access the selection of holiday homes available.

Can I find easy access holiday homes when travelling by plane to Cornwall?

Yes of course. Our owners offer a large selection of self catering accommodations near to airports. Airports with a large selection of self catering accommodations in Cornwall are:

Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall): 3,312 self catering accommodations
Lands End (LEQ): 1,798 self catering accommodations
Penzance (PZE-Penzance Heliport): 2,442 self catering accommodations

For other airports, please use our search bar to access the selection of holiday rentals available.

What are the most popular points of interest and landmarks to stay near in Cornwall?

Vrbo UK offers a large selection of holiday lettings near great places to visit in Cornwall. From Vrbo UK travellers, the top popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:

St Ives Harbour: 2,379 holiday rentals
Watergate Bay: 3,024 holiday rentals
Cape Cornwall: 1,441 holiday rentals
Eden Project: 3,467 holiday rentals
Tate St. Ives: 2,363 holiday rentals

But there are many other points of interest around Cornwall listed on Vrbo UK where you can find your place to stay. Just write your wanted destination in our search bar and have a look at our selection of holiday accommodations.