Cornwall Vacation Rentals

Cornwall is the westernmost county of England, on Britain’s South West Peninsula. Those who book holiday cottages in Cornwall will discover a county with some of Britain’s best beaches and most scenic coastal landscapes, along with great family attractions.

What to Eat and Drink in Cornwall

Cornwall has plenty of culinary delights, including the iconic Cornish pasty. Consisting of beef, potato, turnip and onion encased in melt-in-the-mouth pastry, it is perfect for lunch on-the-go.

The cream scone is synonymous with both Devonshire and Cornwall, and you'll find lots of tea rooms serving them. These delicious baked treats are somewhere between a cake and bread and are traditionally enjoyed topped with clotted cream and jam. Travellers with a sweet tooth shouldn't miss out on a Cornish fairing either. Cornwall’s version of a ginger biscuit, it's an essential pairing with a cup of tea!

Cornwall is also renowned for its distinctive cloudy cider, an alcoholic beverage made from fermented apple juice. Savor a glass in one of Cornwall's many rustic pubs.

Family Attractions in Cornwall

For family holidays, check out Cornwall's Camel Creek Adventure Park. It is one of the county's top theme parks set within 111 acres of rolling countryside. Camel Creek includes thrilling rides and a 5D simulator, so they'll be something to keep everyone entertained.

Flambards is another great theme park in Cornwall, where you'll find adrenaline-pumping rides, such as the SkyRaker, Sky-Force, and Hornet Rollercoaster. Visitors can also check out Flambards’ excellent indoor attractions, such as the Victorian Village and Britain in the Blitz.

The Eden Project at St Austell Bay is one of Cornwall’s premiere attractions. A little like a giant greenhouse, it features two bulbous biomes, the Tropical Biome and Mediterranean Biome. Both are filled with fascinating rainforest and Mediterranean plants.

Cornwall also offers plenty of excellent beaches for family seaside holidays. Perranporth and Porthcurno are two of the most highly-rated beaches in Cornwall, with golden sands, clear waters, and scenic cliff-side landscapes. Perranporth also includes an open seawater pool that provides an alternative to swimming in the sea.

Exciting Excursions from Cornwall

Visitors who book Cornwall accommodation can take a trip to Plymouth, a historic city located in the neighbouring county of Devon. Here you can check out the Plymouth Hoe Promenade with spectacular views of the coast and of Smeaton’s Tower.

The National Marine Aquarium is another fabulous attraction in Plymouth. Britain’s largest aquarium, it is among the deepest in Europe and is home to a dazzling array of aquatic wildlife across the aquarium’s Plymouth Sound, Atlantic Ocean, British Coasts, and Blue Planet zones.

At the Barbican in Plymouth, you can check out the Plymouth Gin Distillery. Take a tour of the distillery to get an insight into the distilling process before sampling a refreshing Plymouth Gin cocktail.

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