Mullion Cove Hotel in Mullion gives you a hotel 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. Short breaks are offered outside the main season.

“The Mullion Cove Hotel is perfect for Cornwall holidays and is situated in the Lizard Peninsula in South Cornwall & stands on the cliff top overlooking the stunning harbour and fishing cove. The hotel is dog friendly & ideal for short breaks & walking holidays in Cornwall” – the owner

If Mevagissey is on your list, take a look at Courtyard Cottage, a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away. Booking direct means you talk to the owner, not an agency. Parking is available for guests.

“Comfortably sleeping 8, this well equipped cottage is perfectly located within Mevagissey, providing an ideal base for exploring the area. Free Wi-Fi, electricity, towels and linen included.” – the owner

Sleeping up to 12, Cornish Traditional Cottages is a self-catering holiday let in Cornwall. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“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

Sleeping up to 10, Simply Sea Views is a self-catering holiday let in based in Porthleven. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Coastal Holiday Cottages in Cornwall - Simply Sea Views has a range of holiday cottages From cosy fishermens cottages overlooking bustling harbours to contemporary retreats set over golden Cornish beaches. Holiday cottages sleeping 4, 5, 6 and 10 people” – the owner

If Newquay is on your list, take a look at Penvose Farm Coarse Fishing, a glamping site with a beach less than a mile away. Booking direct means you talk to the owner, not an agency. Parking is available for guests.

“The farm is located near Cornwall Airport Newquay and provides a peaceful setting for anglers. The lakes are stocked with various fish species, including Carp, Rudd, Roach, Bream, Perch, Goldern, and Green Tench.” – the owner

If St Ives is on your list, take a look at Serendipity Cottage, a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away. Booking direct means you talk to the owner, not an agency. Parking is available for guests.

“It offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom/shower rooms, open plan lounge dining/kitchen. Sleeps 6.” – the owner

Lantern Cottage in Mevagissey gives you a self-catering holiday let 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. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“The Cottage benefits from a lovely decking area with barbecue. Master bedroom with kingsize bed and double bedroom with two single beds.” – the owner

Owner-run bed and breakfast in Helston: Crown House & Lodges is a short drive from Camborne and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Parking is available for guests.

“Choice of B&B stays and self-catering Lodges in 4 Independent en-suite Lodges Suitable for Single, Double, Twin & Family Occupancy Family Lodge Sleeps up to 4 - 2 Lodges with both king-size bed & single bed 1 Lodge with king-size bed” – the owner