Whether you dream of a Christmas hibernating with just the two of you or you revel in the excitement of mustering the whole family for a New Year celebration, Cornwall is always a magical choice.
Last minute stocking fillers snuck from the treasure trove streets, Christmas Eve cocktails and indulgent hot chocolates sipped under the harbour’s festive lights, scarf fluttering Boxing Day strolls along the crisp, golden sands – this is Christmas in Padstow.
From snug boltholes with flickering woodburners to stretching spaces ready for festive frivolity, we have the perfect self catering home for you.
Cottages to call home this Christmas and New Year. We've collated our favourite homes available for short stays and week long breaks. Whether you need quiet time with a relaxing break before or after the big day or you’re planning a big family gathering with all the trimmings, soak up the festive magic with an unforgettable Padstow stay.
From £777.00
From feeling the warming sun on your shoulders in the suntrap conservatory to watching flames flicker in the woodburner, Coloma keeps you looking on the bright side of life.
From £637.00
Step through patio doors and feel the warmth of the sun on your face. Gaze out to the horizon where the sea meets the sky. Watch bobbing boats and listen to laughter drifting up from the beach. Apartment 1 Beachside will bring out the coastal in you.
From £679.00
The holiday spirit is everywhere at Honeysuckle. Nestled in the heart of Padstow town, with minutes walk to the Harbour, Honeysuckle is a home away from home. Whatever the weather, this is a Padstow property that you can easily relax and unwind in.
From £595.00
Sip a morning coffee and watch waves from your window. Scamper down to the path that leads you to the sandy beach of Harlyn Bay. Enjoy uninterrupted views through picture windows. Dreaming of a coastal getaway? The Croft does it all.
From £511.00
Whether you’re heading out to a nearby beach, taking a stroll down to Padstow harbour or setting off in the car to explore further afield, Rose Cottage is the perfect base for your Cornish holiday.
From £679.00
Watch trees dance from your glass balcony as waves bounce across the bay. Feel the sun on your back in the bay window as you breakfast around the dining table. Sink into deep sofas as the last rays of light leave the sky. 7 Greenwaves puts a premium polish on any holiday.
From £504.00
After a hearty breakfast or as the evening swings around, take in the gorgeous views Padstow has to offer from the decked garden area at Little Lobster. Conveniently located a short walk from the breath-taking Camel Estuary, a homely environment awaits you here. Days that start the Little Lobster way just feel all round better!
From £560.00
Situated within the old town and blending character and contemporary living, Daymer is a home where everything is catered for. Imagine the sun streaming through the sash window as you eat freshly baked croissants, drink steaming hot artisan coffee whilst watching the ever changing sights of the estuary in the distance.
From £1099.00
With modern, sleek interior and a welcoming holiday vibe, Dolphins draws you though it's doors ready for your Cornish holiday. Nestled in the extremely popular Constantine Bay, you have the options of a stroll down to the beach, visit the nineteenth hole at Trevose Golf Course or just sit back in the garden and let the kids make up their own adventures in the playhouse.
From £609.00
Located only a few minutes walk from the heart of Padstow, Spindrift is a property you won’t forget staying in. With it’s beautifully furnished, glistening interior, well equipped living space and polished finishes, this property is every holidaymakers dream when visiting Cornwall.
From £693.00
Open up the window to hear the sounds of the creek trickling past the back of the garden, set the woodburner roaring and cosy down for the evening with a glass of red or pack up the car for a fun filled day at a nearby beach. Samphire is a home from home awaiting to welcome you.
From £595.00
With a clean and cosy design throughout, a woodburner for warming toes on chilly evenings and a location that’ll make you the envy of the town, this is simply how holidaying should be.
From £763.00
Sometimes in this town, the view says it all – and this apartment knows it. Stretching from wall to wall, slide open your bi-folding door and let the outside flood in. Pop a cork, recline on your sofa or step outside onto the balcony itself for a breathtaking panorama of just what makes Padstow so special.
From £511.00
Pull back the sheets in the master suite, tread the oak-panelled floorboards, and step outside for your morning coffee in the courtyard. Marshall Barn shows you the quainter side north Cornwall.
From £511.00
Weathered walls welcoming you home. Slate floors cooling the soles of your feet. The twists and turns of staircases calling you up climb higher and seek out sea views. Listen to the whispers of history in this Grade II listed cottage in the heart of Port Isaac.
From £903.00
Just a few steps away from Trevone’s fabulous sandy and rocky beaches so it is easy to check the surf before getting into your wetsuit, or to dash home if you have forgotten the buckets and spades! A short walk along the coastal path takes you to Harlyn Bay for ice creams or take a longer stretch with your four-legged friend, past Trevone’s famous blow hole, to Padstow for a cream tea.
From £651.00
11 Cross Street is located in the heart of Padstow and situated within moments from the harbour and with easy walking distance to the beach. This characterful retreat is perfectly located in the heart of the old town enabling you to sample the delights that Padstow and the surrounding area has to offer.
From £525.00
Those seeking a slice of coastal-luxe living will find themselves at home at Sea Meadows. Perched nicely above the bustling harbour front, Sea Meadows is ideally positioned on the quieter outskirts of Padstow town yet within an easy stroll of the sweeping golden sand beaches and the many waterfront foodie hot spots that lie below. Offering a cosy, sunny interior providing an authentic, charming Cornish vibe, this is a home for all seasons.
From £511.00
This Cornish named beauty is surrounded by greenery and carries nature inspiration inside. Snuggle up for sundown on the sofa, or take dinner outside to really enjoy the uninterrupted skies. Your four legged friend may join you here too.
From £602.00
Letting the dog run free on the golden dunes, stomping the coast path and then settling in for an alfresco dinner in your private picnic garden. From windswept hair on the headland, to toasting your upstairs view across the golf course and blue ocean water beyond, find your holiday at 11 Harlyn Barton.
From £2044.00
Swing open a scarlet door and step into huge, natural, light-flooded rooms and panoramic views of coast and country. There’s room for everyone at The Red House.
From £511.00
Weathered walls welcoming you home. Wooden beams bringing character. The twists and turns of the staircases. Listen to the whispers of history in this Grade II listed cottage in the heart of Port Isaac.
From £609.00
Listening to fluttering flags as you crack into a dinner of fresh crab on the patio, or letting the evening slip by in beach-style surroundings. Capture the good times with Lobster Pots.
From £511.00
Romance or reunions are made for this hideout. With the sand in your hair and sun dancing on your skin, simply sit together to bask in the rays and each others company, and make plans for which harbour or art gallery you’ll set your sights on next.
From £532.00
Lobster House is a beautiful cottage situated on New Street, just a short stroll from the Harbour.
The accommodation is arranged on three floors and has some gorgeous features including a lovely kitchen/diner with slate floor, a cosy sitting room with an exposed Cornish stone wall and a light filled attic bedroom with original beams and lovely distant views out to the estuary from the first and second floors.
From £1995.00
From the full height arched windows and the sleek and airy living spaces to the stylish log burner and high spec kitchen, Chapel Lodge puts luxury holidaying at your fingertips.
From £504.00
Relax on the 'sun-trap' patio after a long day on the beach with views of the countryside beyond. Enjoy a coffee on the front patio in the morning whilst you plan your days events – settle in at Meadow View for your Cornish adventure.
From £511.00
Nestled in the heart of the Cornish countryside, 3 Trevibban Barn is a property which will capture and enhance that holiday vibe. As soon as you park up the property provides you with the feeling that you are at a home away from home.
From £966.00
Pull back the covers, open the curtains, check the weather and the waves. What’ll it be? Whether you choose to wetsuit up for a family surf session, indulge in a long leisurely breakfast, or set off with the dog for a shoreside stride as dawn breaks, the best of Cornwall is yours for the taking at Dobbin House.
From £826.00
Tucking into breakfast to the sound of the morning catch, watching each day unfold from above, exploring everything the town has to offer just inches from your door – set in the heart of Padstow, let 6 Strand Street be your happy harbour side lookout.
From £511.00
A countryside nook with views that are all for you. Rise early to catch the beautiful morning light, as you indulge in buttery, hot croissants and local apple juice. Venture for family day trips or simply unwind here, to embrace inside-outside living.
From £700.00
Bask in the window seat watching boats bounce by the cove, follow the path across the rocks until your feet sink into the sand, return to the terraced garden for an evening drink with an unrivalled view – 3 Pilot Cottages captures the real charm of coastal living.
From £595.00
From the rolling hills and distant estuary waters peeking through your windows, to the secluded patio garden that just begs for a cold beer at the end of the day, find your place at Crab Cottage.
From £511.00
Whether you are sipping your morning coffee on the balcony gazing over the Creek, walking the Saint’s Way to Padstow with your four-legged friend or curling up with a good book in the lounge, Creek Cottage is an ideal holiday home to relax and unwind in.
From £931.00
Laughter ringing through lofty hallways, light pouring onto the table as you feast at lunch, a long lingering drink on the lawn come evening – life at The Beardies is full of colour.
From £553.00
Rise and shine to glimpses of passing masts on the estuary. Pour a cup of coffee to the sounds of waking gulls. Swap your slippers for flip flops and take that first sip from your private patio. Here at Rockaway Beach, Padstow life is all around you.
From £511.00
Surround yourself with rolling Cornish countryside every day of your holiday and pick a different view morning, noon and night. Whether its gazing out to the sea on the horizon, or heading out to any one of the beaches nearby, The Seaside House puts you in the heart of Cornwall’s coastal countryside.
From £714.00
Plunge a cafetiere on the balcony with an up-close view of the ocean. Grab your wetsuit and be on the beach in seconds. Relax in light-flooded rooms. This is bayside living. Welcome to Trescore.
From £511.00
Muddy boot exploring. Red-cheeked adventuring. Or simply big grin relaxing out on the patio. Whatever holiday pace you’re looking for, let Stowaway be your base for making the most of Cornwall living.
From £574.00
Drink in ever-changing estuary views from the Juliette balcony. Dive into lunch as the sheep graze nearby. Explore local bays before heading home to warm yourself by the fire. Enjoy hotel quality style in a countryside setting at Chyverton.
From £616.00
Meander across the lawn, lounge in the sun with a glass of something chilled or head off for a day at the beach. Beach chic interiors and a spot-on location make Sundance your place to relax.
From £553.00
From breakfast in bed to ice cream on the quay, coffee and planning in the kitchen to sizzling sausages and sunset on the patio – 25 Old School Court brings out the best in Padstow.
From £574.00
Sage Cottage effortlessly blends continental character with Cornish charm. Finished to a very high standard indoors, the cottage’s outdoor space also oozes quality – welcoming and sheltered, with table and chairs surrounded by pretty plants.
From £511.00
Soak up the countryside views whilst enjoying your morning coffee on the sunny patio planning the fun-filled day ahead.
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