Following on from our recent post about family holiday rentals and making the most of your time away, this next post delves into the renting of English country cottages in Cornwall. This magnificent county in the West coast of England is famous for its beaches, world famous castles, award winning museums and of course, the humble Cornish pasty.
Planning a family holiday can sometimes prove more difficult than it should be, particularly if you are trying to please all members of the family. That is, until you discover the rich variety of attractions in Cornwall.
Whether you’ve got a gang of history buffs or wild adventurers, Cornwall’s varied selection of family-focused attractions and variety of quality self catering accommodation is sure to impress. This is the only English county that has two coastlines and a wide range of exciting seaside activities offering all of ingredients for a truly diverse family break.
The South West Coast Path is an ideal location to entertain younger visitors while parents can sit back and take in the inspiring scenery. The longest way-marked long-distance footpath in the UK (covering Somerset, Devon and Cornwall), promises captivating sights, such as Land’s End and the Lizard which visitors can take in along the way, while the array of golden beaches offer plenty of action-packed activities, including kite surfing and banana-boat riding to name a few.
If there are any beachgoers tugging on your sleeve, a trip to the Three Miles of Golden Sands near the small parish town of Hayle (on the North Coast) will provide plenty of opportunities for sunbathing and seaside excitement, with wind and kite surfing readily available. Surfing fans shouldn’t miss the chance to take on the waves at nearby Newquay, the UK surfing capital. This buzzing seaside town is also home to a well-known zoo that has over 130 different animals on display.
If, on the other hand, you fancy sneaking off for a quick dose of culture, only a short distance away is the small town of St. Ives, which boasts a gallery belonging to the Tate as well as some stunning golden beachfronts. Choosing to stay in a holiday rental apartment, country cottage or a bed and breakfast offers the ideal base to explore and enjoy all of the charming coasting towns of Cornwall, where you can combine a day at the beach with a slice of local historical attractions.
The selection of buildings and monuments around Plymouth can provide entertainment for the whole family, while the Egyptian House in Penzance and the fabulous Men an Toll standing stones near Madron-Morvah are also well worth investigating.
After the cobwebs have been well and truly blown away by the fresh sea air, one attraction that is sure to appeal to all is the famous Eden Project. The traditional concept of a botanical garden is given an added layer of fun and exhilaration, fusing incredibly modern architecture and an astounding 100,000 plants. The Eden Project is the world’s biggest greenhouse, and it’s captivating space-like domes regularly feature a range of festivals, art shows and rock climbing challenges as well as offering visitors the chance to explore the huge range of plants. Plant life doesn’t get more exciting than this.
It is easy to see what an active family holiday in Cornwall can provide and fortunately the range of county cottages and bed and breakfast accommodation on offer can provide spacious and comfortable retreats for you to relax and unwind. Whether you’re looking for rural sanctuaries in the heart of the countryside or the panoramic views along the coast, you won’t be surprised if everyone wants to come back for another adventure to the stunning county of Cornwall.