Self-catering holidays and Holiday cottages at Praa Sands

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Praa Sands is one of the finest beaches in west Cornwall, a mile-long sweep of golden sand on Mount's Bay. Holiday cottages and parks here are popular with families and surfers, with the beach just a short walk away.

Walk the coast path to Rinsey Head and its clifftop mine engine house, visit St Michael's Mount at Marazion, or head to Porthleven's harbour. Penzance and Helston are a short drive away. Book your Praa Sands holiday direct with the owner.

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Holiday accommodation at Praa Sands

Cornwall Online has 4 properties listed at Praa Sands.

Breage, nr. Helston · Self-catering · sleeps 2

Sleeping up to 2, Little Tolmennor Barn is a self-catering holiday let in Breage and nr. Helston. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with sandy beaches one to three miles away. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Helston, on the Lizard Peninsula, is ideally located for exploring South West Cornwall. A delightfully restored stone building that is secluded and cosy in its countryside setting -located at the end of a country lane, the views over Tregonning Hill are lovely and the entire property is secluded and peaceful. Sleeps 2 people ( Pets: one…” – the owner

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Petra Holiday Apartments

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Marazion · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Staying at Petra Holiday Apartments puts you in Marazion, close to the centre of things. It is a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“Two Holiday Apartments with views directly towards St. Michaels Mount , one of the most visited National Trust properties in the British Isles.” – the owner

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Penzance · Self-catering · sleeps 5

Sleeping up to 5, Trevarthian Holiday Homes is a self-catering holiday let in Penzance. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Guests can enjoy views of the sea.

“High quality Victorian holiday cottages, maisonettes and holiday apartments in the prime Mounts Bay location of Marazion. 50 yards from beach.” – 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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Praa Sands holidays – FAQs

Praa Sands is a long sandy beach on Mount's Bay, between Marazion and Porthleven, about 6 miles from Helston.

Praa Sands itself is a mile of golden sand, with Perranuthnoe and Porthleven close by.

The nearest railway station is St Erth, on the main line from London Paddington, about 7 miles away.

Cornwall Online lists holiday cottages, self-catering homes, B&Bs, hotels, camping and holiday parks at Praa Sands 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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