Short Breaks in Cornwall

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A white brick exterior of a house with multiple windows and a door at Fishermans Loft in Mevagissey
23
Mevagissey, Cornwall, PL26
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Contemporary apartment in the heart of Mevagissey, Cornwall. WiFi. Luxury feel. Off-road parking. Shop and pub 1-minute walk. (Ref. 993025)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Dishwasher
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for 3 nights $469

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A wooden house with black framed windows next to a gravel driveway surrounded by greenery and flowers at The Dairy in Trenear near Helston
30
Trenear near Helston, Cornwall, TR13
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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
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  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights $531

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Exterior view of a stone house with stairs leading to a door and trees surrounding the property at The Hayloft in Helston
28
Helston, Cornwall, TR13
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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This magnificent, one-bedroom holiday home rests in Trenear near Rame, Cornwall. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Open plan. Off-road parking. Carnkie 3.1 miles; Helston 3.7 miles; Penryn 9.4 miles. (Ref. 1064689)

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


for 3 nights $492

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A two-story house with wooden and stone exterior near a lawn and a gazebo at The Granary at Boskensoe Barns in Mawnan Smith
44
Mawnan Smith, Cornwall, TR11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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An exquisite, detached barn conversion settled on the edge of Mawnan Smith, Cornwall. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Falmouth 4.7 miles ; Helford Passage 2 miles ; Helston 11.8 miles. (Ref. 1040635)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights $1015

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An outdoor stone terrace with a round glass table set for a meal overlooking a coastal view at Suntrap House in Portloe
32
Portloe, Cornwall, TR2
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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Trap House is a charming, pet-friendly house situated near a beach in Portloe, Cornwall, boasting stunning coastal views and private patio with furniture. Truro 11.6 miles; St Austell 13 miles; Newquay 21.5 miles. (Ref. 1164794)

  • Wi-fi


for 3 nights $479

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The exterior of a white two-story house with multiple windows a wooden door and a gravel driveway at Cornish Views in Camborne
31
Camborne, Cornwall, TR14
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights $512

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Modern house with wooden and white exterior near a coastal path and seating area overlooking the sea at The Old Coastguard Lookout in Port Isaac
52
Port Isaac, Cornwall, PL29
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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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
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for 3 nights $1478

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Stone houses with slate roofs and wooden gate in front at The Riblows Cape Cornwall in Bollowal near St Just
57
Bollowal near St Just, Cornwall, TR19
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A stunning, three-bedroom farmhouse enjoying sea views in Bollowal near St Just, Cornwall. Luxury. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Cinema room. Sea views. Contemporary. Penzance 8 miles; St Ives 15 miles. (Ref. 1136807)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights $1775

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A field with small trees and a stone building near the coast at Apple Blossom Barn in Gulval near Penzance
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Gulval near Penzance, Cornwall, TR20
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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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)

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for 3 nights $523

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A stone exterior of a two-story house with four windows and a front yard with a wooden storage box at Beachspoke Loft in Portreath
41
Portreath, Cornwall, TR16
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Beachspoke Loft is a tasteful, first-floor apartment resting along the north coast in Portreath, Cornwall. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities and beach. Truro 11.5 miles; St Ives 16.8 miles. (Ref. 1128126)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights $574

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A white stone cottage with a slate roof surrounded by greenery and flowers at Harbour Cottage in Boscastle
24
Boscastle, Cornwall, PL35
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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

  • 15% off - Sat 22nd Nov to 29th Nov 2025

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for 3 nights $885

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A house with a front entrance and wooden fence at Carn Brea in Redruth
46
Redruth, Cornwall, TR16
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Carn Brea, a pleasing studio-style annexe in the town of Redruth, Cornwall boasting a hot tub, outdoor shower, Smart TV and is near plenty of amenities. Falmouth 13.9 miles; St Ives 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1176833)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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for 3 nights $514

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Exterior view of a two story house with a front entrance door stairs and plants at Pickney House Killigarth near Polperro
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Killigarth near Polperro, Cornwall, PL13
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

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A contemporary, four-bedroom home resting in Killigarth near Polperro, Cornwall. Countryside and sea views. Stylish. Family and pet-friendly. EV charger. Close to amenities and the beach. Looe 3.6 miles. (Ref. 1099536)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly


for 3 nights $819

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A stone house with a gravel driveway and green lawn surrounded by trees at Mariners Rest in Gorran Haven
32
Gorran Haven, Cornwall, PL26
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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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  • Baby-friendly

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  • 5% off - Fri 3rd Jul to 28th Aug 2026

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for 3 nights $648

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The exterior of a house with a red tiled roof green lawn and shrubs in front at The Crest in Helston
35
Helston, Cornwall, TR13
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A charming white stone cottage situated in Helston, Cornwall. Enclosed garden. Porthleven 3 miles; Marazion 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1012554)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
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for 3 nights $558

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A living room with sofa chair coffee table and large mirrors at The Barn at Little Resugga Rescorla near St Austell
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Rescorla near St Austell, Cornwall, PL26
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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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


for 3 nights $692

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A balcony with a table holding flowers glasses a bucket with a bottle and bowls of strawberries and chocolates overlooking fields and the sea at Sunset in St Just
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St Just, Cornwall, TR19
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A splendid holiday home attached to the owner's property, making a brilliant base for a family or couples to explore the coast of Cornwall. Child-friendly. WiFi. Private terrace with barbecue. Penzance 7.6 miles. (Ref. 1010520)

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


for 3 nights $625

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An outdoor patio with wooden sofas and a table holding wine and glasses overlooking a coastal landscape at Seacroft in Crantock
44
Crantock, Cornwall, TR8
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Seacroft is a well-positioned, three-bed home resting in Crantock, Cornwall. Sea views. Close to amenities and beach. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Newquay 3.9 miles. (Ref. 1123580)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 3 nights $875

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A house with a conservatory and a garden with a swing hanging from a tree at Lower Gadles in Burnthouse near Falmouth
57
Burnthouse, near Falmouth, Cornwall, TR10
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Lower Gadles is a beautiful detached house with a garden and woodburning stove, situated in the hamlet of Burnthouse, near Ponsanooth in Cornwall. Penryn 1.7 miles; Falmouth 4.4 miles; Redruth 6.3 miles. (Ref. 1118564)

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


for 3 nights $1357

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A patio garden with a bench table and chairs with flowering plants at Little Acorns in Gweek
46
Gweek, Cornwall, TR12
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Little Acorns, is a romantic single-storey house resting in the village of Gweek, Cornwall, boasting a TV in the kitchen. a nearby pub and a private patio. Helston 4.3 miles; Porthleven 7.4 miles; Falmouth 9.3 miles. (Ref. 1171218)

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


for 3 nights $433

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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! There are also plenty of lodges in Cornwall for you to choose from. On the other hand, if you're hoping to save some money without making any compromises, then we'd highly recommend taking a look at these cheap Cornwall cottages as well.

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?