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Where to stay in Cornwall?

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MarionHalcombe Thu 01-Sept-16 10:59:27

DH and I are planning to go to Cornwall before the schools break up next summer but aren't sure of which bit.

We like peace and quiet, beautiful places, nice flat walks, and the occasional pub. smile

We're worried about booking a cottage and it being in a very popular spot.

Where would you suggest? Many thanks

mrsmopp Sun 04-Sept-16 22:22:38

Par on the south coast is level. The village is not touristy, it has proper shops pubs etc. The caravan park is Parsands (statics)
and there is a large dog friendly beach. Railway station for a rest from driving.

TwiceAsNice Sat 03-Sept-16 22:11:55

Can really not Cavan rally iPad does what it likes!

TwiceAsNice Sat 03-Sept-16 22:11:07

Falmouth is lovely and St Ives then is just a few miles further. The Royal Duchy Hotel is fabulous in Falmouth, great service and food Cavan rally recommend it

KatyK Sat 03-Sept-16 15:01:34

We've had a drink in The Cobweb in Boscastle - what a lovely place. In Polruan (adjacent to Fowey) we used to visit The Headland Garden which is the garden of a privately owned house which the owner used to open up to the public one afternoon per week, charging a small entrance fee which she gave to charity. This garden is stunning. It meanders down the cliff top and the views of the estuary are spectacular. I'm not sure if the garden is still open as I believe the lady who owned it died last year.

Tegan Sat 03-Sept-16 14:08:38

I worked in Boscastle for a while and lived with someone who bought a little cottage overlooking the village. Unfortunately he dumped me #storyofmylife. Christmas in The Cobweb with everyone doing 'the broomstick dance' and the walk from the car park up to Minster Church. I ache to be there sometimes. Must revisit next year.

Nergard Sat 03-Sept-16 13:44:59

I stayed in St Agnes near Newquay this summer, beautiful village with bakery and restaurants, near a small beach which you can park by. Once again not much flat about it.

jocork Sat 03-Sept-16 13:34:38

One of my favourite places in the whole world is Boscastle. I could sit for hours on the cliffs above the harbour watching the sun go down. Village can be busy in holiday times but the evenings on the cliffs are lovely and peaceful. Out of school holidays it should be fine. Not much in the way of flat walks though! I've stayed there twice in the youth hostel and once for a week in a cottage in the village. I've also been for a day trip when staying elsewhere. I just love the place.

Meriel Sat 03-Sept-16 09:49:21

Sennen Cove is lovely. Newlyn has lots going for it. Both close to Penzance for shopping. I'm not a walker so can't really comment on that but my sister in law who lives in that area walks a lot.

Humbertbear Sat 03-Sept-16 06:24:23

Marion - Today's (Saturday) edition of The Times has an article 'Cornwall without the crowds'. I saw it and thought of you

Babs1952 Fri 02-Sept-16 21:05:11

Cornwall is beautiful but flat walks I don!t think so! ??

Tegan Fri 02-Sept-16 20:59:23

Is the wind farm still at Delabole? It was the first time I'd seen one.

DeaDomesticus Fri 02-Sept-16 20:15:40

The Rame Peninsula known as Cornwall's forgotten area. Kingsand and Cawsand are beautiful and you have the nearby Whitsand Bay. Can't beat it, we've been going since before we got married 35 years.

whitewave Fri 02-Sept-16 20:13:32

PS it has all been filled in nowsad Houses built on top.

whitewave Fri 02-Sept-16 20:11:58

My Uncle was the local volunteer Bobby. He used to stand up at the top of Pengelly near the Bettle and Chisel. Do parking duties in the summer.

Tegan Fri 02-Sept-16 19:56:41

I can actually picture where the station was in Delabole [or Dellabolly as some people seemed to call it]. I used to have to walk home from the pub in Boscastle to my flat in St Tudy via Delabole; sometimes the local policeman would give me a lift back, bless him.

whitewave Fri 02-Sept-16 19:12:30

I used to travel by train from Delabole to Wadebridge and Padstow. Absolutely beautiful, although didn't appreciate it as a child.

Greyduster Fri 02-Sept-16 18:42:43

DD and hers bike ride the Camel Trail when they are down there. She too said it's very pretty.

numberplease Fri 02-Sept-16 18:06:40

Perranporth is great for fish and chips as well. And a great bookshop not far from the beach, if it`s still there?

sarahellenwhitney Fri 02-Sept-16 16:01:04

Perranporth north cornwall Lots of parking Miles and miles of sand The town which is almost on the beach has plenty of eateries no hills to climb either unless you park on the cliff top car park.If going when schools are back you will have no problems with accomodation.Enjoy you won't regret going to Perranporth.

pita Fri 02-Sept-16 15:37:43

What about Wadebridge area, you could walk or cycle the camel trail, its fairly flat. The trail goes from Wadebridge to Padstow, a lovely walk with a pretty fishing village at the end. Or if you go the other way towards Bodmin its a good walk with a nice pub along the way. Wadebridge is a lovely little town and out of season is pretty quiet.

marionk Fri 02-Sept-16 15:09:00

It says dogs welcome on the website for the Port Quin cottages

jennyvg Fri 02-Sept-16 14:37:04

We have had many wonderful holidays in Padstow, the town is lovely, full of character, and some lovely beaches within easy reach.

Diddy1 Fri 02-Sept-16 13:38:40

Nowhere in Cornwall is flat,but everywhere is lovely, our favourite place over fifty years, is St Ives, many lovely beaches, a lovely harbour, nice walks, wonderful views, but very busy in the summer, would suggest leaving a visit until mid September or early Spring, St Ives is wonderful at any time of the year. Of course I am a St Ives addict! Enjoy no matter where you choose.

whitewave Fri 02-Sept-16 13:27:14

We often stay with beach retreats. The properties aren't bad and the added advantage for us is that they take dogs. Dogs allowed on Watergate. They also do properties near Rock and other areas. Worth a look.

ClaraB Fri 02-Sept-16 12:49:19

We always stay at The White House, Watergate Bay which is near Newquay on the north Cornish coast. This can be booked through Beach Retreats who have amazing properties. The White House has 10 lovely apartments which are all different and of varying sizes and most have a sea view. The house is set back from the bay and there is a private path down to the road. It's very quiet and there is a pub, Watergate Bay hotel if you fancy a drink or I recommend the scones there. There's also the Beach House - a restaurant on the beach and Jamie Oliver's Fifteen which has an amazing view over the beach.
All around the area are beautiful walks and beaches, some not too hilly.
We use the apartment as a base and have days out to Eden, St Ives, Padstow and many more lovely places.