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Where to Stay for the Padstow Christmas Fayre
Blitz your Christmas shopping at stalls brimming with edible and arty Cornish goodies, and prep for your best Christmas yet with demos from the region’s culinary greats – including Rick Stein, Paul Ainsworth and Emily Scott. Add in fireworks, lantern parades, live music and yuletide celebrations throughout the town, and you’ve got all the festive feels in this four-day extravaganza.
So bag one of these last-minute places to stay to kick off your festive celebrations in a uniquely Cornish way at the Padstow Christmas Fayre – 3-6 December 2026.
Sandy’s Flat, Padstow
Sleeps 2
Sat 5th – Tue 8th December 2026, price £819.00
Moments from the bustling market stalls, chef demos, and twinkling waterside lights, Sandy’s Flat pairs sleek, contemporary interiors with sweeping panoramic views. Wrap up warm to catch the festive fireworks from your private roof terrace, immerse yourself in the lively fayre atmosphere, and enjoy total peace of mind with rare allocated parking right on North Quay. A stylish, stress-free harbourside base for the winter festival weekend.
Daymer, Padstow
Estuary view over the rooftops of Padstow
Sleeps 4
Sat 5th – Tue 8th December 2026, price £522.00
Sip steaming artisan coffee by the sash window with views of the Camel Estuary, then step straight from this characterful Old Town haven into the festive hum of the Christmas Fayre. Browse artisan craft stalls along the quay, pick up a piping-hot pasty, and watch the harbour fireworks before retreating to your warm, beam-filled hideaway right in the centre of town.
Shifting Sands, Padstow
Sleeps 6
Thu 3rd – Mon 7th December 2026, price £1,084.00
Soak up sweeping estuary views from the bright, open-plan living space, then head into town to immerse yourself in the festive buzz of the Christmas Fayre. Sample artisan treats along the bustling quay, watch evening fireworks burst over the water, and return to this spacious single-storey retreat to unwind as dusk settles over the Camel Estuary.
Hidden Cottage, Padstow
Sleeps 4
Thu 3rd – Mon 7th December 2026, price £864.00
Slip from the festive bustle of the fayre, and sink into the cosy charm of this backstreet retreat that was once the old Padstow jail. Play Christmas tunes on the stereo, lay out the season’s delights on the maple dining table, and run a bubble-filled bath. Or pop a cork and stretch out by the logburner – readying yourself for the next round of yuletide fun.
23 Treverbyn Road, Padstow
Sleeps 8
Thu 3rd – Mon 7th December 2026, price £1,328.00
Step just outside the bustle to this family haven, prepping holiday feasts in the kitchen while taking in sweeping water views across to Daymer Bay. Stroll down into town for flaky morning pastries and fresh Cornish coffee before diving into the fairy-lit Padstow Christmas Fayre for celebrity chef demos and artisan stalls. After blustery beach walks or rosy-cheeked rides along the Camel Trail, retreat to panoramic terrace comforts, with dedicated parking for two cars keeping family logistics effortless.
Little Gambia, Padstow
Sleeps 6
Thu 3rd – Mon 7th December 2026, price £744.00
Escape the festival hum to your own private sanctuary, where sweeping lawns and mature greenery feel like a personal Eden Project. Follow the picturesque countryside footpath straight into Padstow to dive into the fairy-lit Christmas Fayre, picking up artisan treats and soaking in harbour cheer along the quay. After watching the evening illuminations, retreat to peaceful green surroundings while the kids burn off energy on the lawn. Plus ample private parking keeps your winter getaway completely effortless.
Stepper, Harbour View Apartments, Padstow
Sleeps 4
Fri 4th – Mon 7th December 2026, price £729.00
Wake up to birdsong and enjoy the sounds and sights of the countryside, with all the convenience of Padstow’s buzzing festivities just minutes’ away. It’s tempting to stay in and soak up the jaw-dropping views, sink into the free-standing bath and enjoy the classy comforts of your holiday home. But make sure you meander down to the harbour, make the most of the spoils at the Padstow Christmas Fayre, and tuck into the festive foodie delights of the town.
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The market at Padstow Christmas Festival. Copyright Adam Sargent
Padstow is a fantastic place to visit in winter – offering the contrast of a pretty harbour town littered with boutiques and restaurants, alongside wild coastal walks, dramatic beaches and rolling countryside.
Browse our collection of holiday cottages in and around Padstow and find the perfect pad for your visit to Padstow Christmas Fayre. Or why not come for a stay at Christmas itself? Book your festive holiday home today!
