Self-catering holidays and Holiday cottages in Launceston

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Launceston was once Cornwall's county town and is still dominated by the ruins of its Norman castle. Holiday cottages in and around the town make a convenient base close to the A30, with both Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor within easy reach.

Visit Launceston Castle, the Lawrence House Museum, or explore the narrow streets around the Southgate Arch. The north coast at Bude and Crackington Haven, the Tamar Valley and the moorland village of Altarnun are all close by. Book direct with the owners listed here.

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Holiday accommodation in Launceston

Cornwall Online has 2 properties listed in Launceston.

Callington · Bed & Breakfast

Polhilsa Farm is bed and breakfast in Callington. It makes a practical base for Cornwall Devon, with the coast and countryside to explore. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Traditional Cornish Farmhouse bed & breakfast with two fishing lakes stocked with Rainbow Trout and Carp . An ideal location for touring, golf, walking, cycling. Open all year, short breaks available” – the owner

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Todsworthy Farm Holidays

From 300 to 900
Gunnislake · Self-catering · sleeps 12

Staying at Todsworthy Farm Holidays puts you in Gunnislake, close to the centre of things. It is a self-catering holiday let with the coast and countryside to explore, and there are no agency fees when you book. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Absolutely ideal for exploring both Cornwall & Devon. Wheelchair access a priority with wheel in shower facilities and hoists available.” – the owner

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Launceston holidays – FAQs

Launceston is a historic town on the Devon border, just off the A30, about 17 miles from Liskeard.

Bude and the north coast are about half an hour's drive away.

The nearest railway station is Gunnislake, on the Tamar Valley Line from Plymouth, about 13 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 Launceston 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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