Staying at Borah Farm Cottages puts you in Lamorna, St Buryan and Penzance, close to the centre of things. It is a glamping site with a beach less than a mile away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Close to coastal footpath, sandy beaches & many popular attractions. Each property has its own private garden with patio where you can relax & enjoy their fabulous outdoor Hot Tubs .” – the owner

Owner-run bed and breakfast in Helston: Crown House & Lodges is close to the centre of things 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

Quay Cottage in Mousehole 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.

“Granite fisherman’s cottage located on the south side of Mousehole harbour with Atlantic sea views across Mounts Bay and the Lizard Peninsula. Fully renovated and refurbished to a very high standard whilst maintaining many original features. Sleeps four Free WiFi” – the owner

If Mousehole is on your list, take a look at Trevean 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.

“Charming beamed Cliffside Cottage with spectacular sea views over Mousehole Harbour, St Michaels Mount and the Lizard Peninsula beyond. Decorated to a high standard and bed linen included, the cottage sleeps two with its own garden and has private off road car parking.” – the owner

Cornish Seaview Cottages by the sea in cornwall 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. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“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

If Marazion is on your list, take a look at Petra Holiday Apartments, 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.

“Sorry, no pets. Check availability for each apartment and book direct with the owners.” – the owner

For a holiday in Penzance, Trevarthian Holiday Homes is a self-catering holiday let close to the centre of things, 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.

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

Sleeping up to 4, Casple Cottage is a self-catering holiday let in St Just. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with the coast an easy drive away. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Casple Cottage is a traditional miners cottage -sleeping 4 people, which has been sensitively refurbished to preserve its original character with exposed beams and exposed granite walls.” – the owner