Self-catering holidays and Holiday cottages in Delabole

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Delabole is famous for its great slate quarry, worked for centuries and one of the deepest man-made holes in England, and for Britain's first commercial wind farm, which opened here in 1991. Holiday cottages in Delabole make a convenient base just inland from the North Cornwall coast.

Trebarwith Strand, Tintagel, Port Isaac and Boscastle are all within a few miles, and Camelford and Bodmin Moor are close by. It is a practical and peaceful choice for a coast-and-countryside holiday. Book direct with the owners and there are no booking fees.

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Holiday accommodation in Delabole

Cornwall Online has one property listed in Delabole.

Delabole · Self-catering · sleeps 6

For a holiday in Delabole, Delamere Bungalows Self Catering Holidays is a self-catering holiday let close to the centre of things, with sandy beaches one to three miles away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Situated about 2 miles from the coast, near the village of Delabole, are 16 bungalows set in peaceful and secluded surroundings. It is an ideal get away from it all base for a holiday with beautiful sandy beaches and spectacular scenery. 16 Holiday Bungalows Sleeping 4 people (plus some sleeping 4 to 6 People)” – the owner

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More holidays across North Cornwall

With few properties listed in Delabole, here are more owner-advertised properties within easy reach in North Cornwall.

Bre Pen Farm

From 75
Newquay · Bed & Breakfast · sleeps 8

Bre Pen Farm in Newquay gives you bed and breakfast as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Guests can enjoy views of the sea.

“Traditional Cornish Farmhouse bed & breakfast overlooking Mawgan Porth beach, Open all year. Bed and Breakfast stays in Mawgan Porth - comfortable & friendly Bed & Breakfast accommodation on a working National Trust farm, where animals roam the fields and courtyard, Stunning Cliff Top Wedding Venue stunning cliff top location makes the…” – the owner

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cornwall · Self-catering · sleeps 10

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in cornwall: Cornish Seaview Cottages by the sea is a short drive from Delabole and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Parking is available for guests.

“Holidays Cottages on the cornish Coast - enjoy a break in a stunning Cornish coastal location - explore the beautiful beaches and coves of the Cornish Coast” – the owner

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The White Heron Hotel

From 105 to 115
Polzeath · Hotel · sleeps 10

Staying at The White Heron Hotel puts you in Polzeath, a short drive from Delabole. It is a hotel with a beach less than a mile away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“A small family run, non-smoking, licensed establishment for people that want a QUIET LIFE, offering excellent 4 Star quality on a Full English Breakfast basis. All Five of our rooms are beautifully presented double en-suite.” – the owner

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Bude · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in Bude: Penstowe Holidays is a short drive from Delabole and well placed for Cornwall Devon. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“NEW Premier Accommodation now available. Open All Year.” – the owner

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Trehaven

From 1200 to 3700
New Polzeath · Self-catering · sleeps 10

For a holiday in New Polzeath, Trehaven is a self-catering holiday let a short drive from Delabole, with a beach less than a mile away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Guests can enjoy views of the sea.

“A charming, spacious, well equipped, comfortable holiday home featuring sea views, sunny enclosed garden, and parking for 3 cars. Light and bright in the summer and warm and cosy in the winter it is a delightful base to explore this area of outstanding natural beauty, just 200 yards from Polzeath beach - Sleeps 10.” – the owner

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Porthleven · Self-catering · sleeps 8

Sleeping up to 8, An Mordros Hotel is a self-catering holiday let in Porthleven. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Guests can enjoy views of the sea.

“An Mordros self-catering suites with outstanding views over Porthleven Harbour, the UKs most Southerly working port.” – the owner

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Cornwall · Self-catering · sleeps 12

For a holiday in Cornwall, Cornish Traditional Cottages is a self-catering holiday let a short drive from Delabole, with a beach less than a mile away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“Cornish Traditional Cottages have been letting holiday homes in Cornwall since 1964. We are a small, independent family run business and let cottages, houses, and anything in-between across the County we call home. Coastal or inland, Launceston to Lands End book your next Cornish break with a local Cornish business” – the owner

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Penleaze Lodge

From 550 to 2290
Marhamchurch, near Bude · Self-catering · sleeps 6

Sleeping up to 6, Penleaze Lodge is a self-catering holiday let in Marhamchurch near Bude. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with sandy beaches one to three miles away. Guests can enjoy views of the sea.

“Penleaze has wonderful sea views and large colourful garden. Relax in the whirlpool, while the children explore the play house.” – the owner

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Delabole holidays – FAQs

Delabole is a village in North Cornwall, inland from Port Isaac and Tintagel, about 11 miles from Wadebridge.

Trebarwith Strand, Port Isaac and Polzeath are the nearest beaches, all a short drive away.

The nearest railway station is Bodmin Parkway, on the main line from London Paddington, about 16 miles away. A car is the easiest way to get around the area.

Cornwall Online lists holiday cottages, self-catering homes, B&Bs, hotels, camping and holiday parks in Delabole and the surrounding area, each advertised by its owner. If only a few are listed, the page also shows properties across the wider region.

Each property links to its own website. You contact and book directly with the owner, with no booking fees or commission from Cornwall Online.

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