With plenty of rolling hills, green fields, and beautiful coasts, Cornwall is a classic countryside vacation spot. Sitting in the southwestern portion of England, this county has many natural wonders that attract tourists. The cliff at Land’s End is a famous natural wonder in the country. St. Michael’s Mount is a tidal island with a large castle up top. You can also climb up the granite formations in Bodmin Moor. Visiting all these wonderful places would require a place to sleep in. Fortunately, many great accommodations are available to you. To make your choice easier, you can read below for the top 10 holiday cottages with pool in Cornwall, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to pool. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. A five-bedroom cottage with a large garden (from USD 397)
This villa is a secluded paradise sitting just outside the town of St. Austell and just a few minutes away from Porthpean Beach. Trees surround the property, giving the house a more natural backdrop. These trees help cool down the swimming pool area, especially during the summer months. The five bedrooms all have old-style steel beds, with large mattresses and thick blankets. A full kitchen, living area, and even an outdoor lounge are all present, filled with modern appliances and sturdy wooden furniture. The summer hut in the middle of the yard is a great place to meditate or socialize. With room for up to 10 guests, this cottage is ideal for larger families.
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gorgeous cottage - lovely and comfortablethe heated swimming pool was the icing on the cake and we enjoyed many fun family hours togethergreat house with beautiful gardens the heated pool was a big hit with the kidsthe pool is lovely surrounded by an abundant garden and outdoor areas for warmer daysgreat pool and beautiful settingCleanliness:
the house was very clean and tidy with all the things you would need for a perfect holidayHost:
owner stephanie very helpfulstephanie is very communicative and with covid in play this was essentialbeautiful cottage spectacular gardens host quick to reply we had an amazing timeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectlovely location it is on a main round but not overly busythe cottage is exactly as advertised great location for nearby beaches and attractions
2. A large thatched-roof cottage with a pool and sauna (from USD 824)
This huge cottage stands out from its neighbors, thanks to its thatched roof and large open spaces. There are six bedrooms and six bathrooms, enough for twelve guests to stay in luxury. Each bedroom has its own TV and large mattress, along with a designated bathroom. The kitchen and dining area occupy a large open space, with the former housing complete cooking equipment including a stove, fridge, microwave, and even an island counter. Upstairs, the massive sun terrace makes outdoor meals a more pleasant experience. You’ll get your own indoor swimming pool heated for your comfort and a sauna right beside it, allowing you to stay relaxed even during the winter months.
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relaxing in the warm pool made up for a difficult journeygood family home pool was a hit with children sky a bonus with the menthere is plenty of comfortable space though some areas could do with some attentionCleanliness:
clean and very well equipped for all agesHost:
ray is very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to get away from the rat race and chill out with family
3. A large, four-bedroom villa in Atlantic Reach (from USD 163)
Atlantic Reach is a family-oriented holiday village, with colorful, friendly houses that can accommodate groups of all sizes. The village is located near the towns of Newquay and St. Columb Major, each just a 10-minute drive away. This particular cottage has four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and is able to accommodate up to ten guests. Relax in the living area, which has a large TV, soft carpets, and plush couches. Complete toiletries, bed sheets, kitchen equipment, and dining utensils are included. You can use all the village facilities like the children’s playground, exercise room, and arcade game room. There are two pools present: an outdoor one, with benches and tables, and a heated indoor pool.
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the property was spacious and roomy and 6 adults 4 children (2 babies) were all comfortablethe house was lovely and with plenty of room for the children and dogsCleanliness:
very nice clean and comfortablewell kept and very clean when we arrivedhouse was clean and well equippedthe pool was cleanhouse very clean and has lots to offer and moreRead more reviewsLocation:
location excellent for accessing many of the local attractionsthe location close to newquay is great and the layout of the cottage suited usexcellent location plenty of activities for children great house with all mod consgreat place to stay near all attractions newquay has to offer
4. A farm cottage with indoor pool, play area, and a large garden (from USD 161)
Bramblewood Cottage is one of fourteen pretty cottages residing in Trevalgas Farm. It’s located just 1.5 km (0.93 mi) from the shores of Flexbury. The farm grounds are filled with common areas like the children’s playground, swimming pool building, and a beautiful garden. The indoor pool is heated and is open all year. Beside it is the games room that houses a pool table and a table tennis set. The cottage itself has a spacious front terrace perfect for your morning coffee. Inside, you get three bedrooms, a full kitchen, a dining table, a living area with a TV and fireplace. These amenities are more than enough for up to six of you to enjoy your next vacation here.
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really well appointed cottage and great to have the communal play area pool and games room on sitegreat holiday cottage with excellent facilitiesit is wonderful for families and the children loved the play area and the poolwe appreciated the pool noodles and floats when swimming with our toddlerCleanliness:
clean holiday house with well supplied kitchenthe swimming pool and changing rooms were clean and child friendlythe cottage is exceptionally well equipped with clean modern facilities throughoutthank you for a lovely stay a clean and cosy cottage in a great locationclean modern bathroom with great constant hot waterHost:
thank you to katherine and renee for being so helpful and approachablekatherine is a very helpful and thoughtful hostbramblewood is a lovely cottage and katherine is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
not far from bude but a very safe and quiet location for a family basegreat location for beaches and days outthe location is very good for access to bude and nearby beachesgood location for a stay with a carthis was an ideal place to stay with young children
5. A spacious open-layout home at Land's End (from USD 165)
This two-bedroom guest house is the nearest rental home to the spectacular Land’s End tourist spot, an easy 100 m (328 ft) walk away. Inside, you are greeted by bright wooden floors and colorful modern furniture. This newly renovated cabin boasts an open layout and easily accommodates a family of four. The kitchen space has an oven, stove, and even a microwave oven. Apart from the main space is a games room that houses an air hockey table, a table tennis set, and a pool table. A swimming pool sits beside the main house and is open for the summer season. Finally, the garden is a great place to exercise and watch the brilliant sunsets over the sea.
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perfect outdoor heated poolthe kitchen was well kitted out and there were some lovely touches at the cottage itselfCleanliness:
totally clean and well-appointed cottagenice clean and modern place to stayspotlessly clean well thought out layout and very thoughtful hoststhe grounds were immaculate and the pool warm and cleanHost:
thank you fiona you are the perfect hostour hosts were very friendly and helped us at every pointhelpful informative and pleasantwillow stump is a perfect base to explore west cornwall and fiona and keith deserve their super host statuslocals and tourists alike are very friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for land end attractionfantastic location for walking near spectacular coast line and very comfortable pet friendly accommodationlocation is absolutely gorgeous and we loved exploring the surroundingsthis is the most amazing accommodation beautiful locationloads of beautiful walks
6. A barn house with a hot tub and tennis court (from USD 160)
Tretherres Barn is the perfect place for a romantic retreat, with enough accommodations for two people. Here, outdoor activities are encouraged. You can play on the tennis court, play football in the yard, or even drive to Perranporth Beach just 15 minutes away. The swimming pool is 10 m (24 ft) long and is available during the warmer months. Adjacent to the pool is the indoor hot tub, which is open all year. The barn itself has an open kitchen and living area with large windows for natural light. The amenities list is also complete with appliances like TV, fridge, induction cooker, wood stove, Internet access and large chairs for maximum comfort.
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we really enjoyed using the pool and hottub it was a very relaxing week awayHost:
alice and sam are wonderful hoststhey were both so friendly and helpful offering advice and tips when askedthey are great hosts and were very helpful with anything we needed or local tipsalice and sam are just fantastic friendly people who can't do enough for youRead more reviewsLocation:
the walks nearby are great and it was an easy location to access other spots in cornwalllocation is ideal surrounded by countryside and easy to access the north and south sides of cornwallthere are so many lovely costal walks within a 15minute drivealice and sam's place is absolutely perfect for a couple looking to get away and explore cornwallthe barn is a lovely space set in a stunning location
7. A cozy and compact holiday cottage near St. Ives (from USD 100)
Sitting right in the heart of St. Ives Holiday Village is the compact Beech Cottage, an affordable vacation home for a family of four. The two bedrooms are minimally designed for cleanliness while still bringing maximum comfort. The living room impressively fits many amenities, including a large TV, sofa, and coffee table. The kitchen and dining area also occupy this space, with a fridge, oven, and microwave all present. The village has many picnic tables for outdoor dining and a playground for kids. Lastly, the indoor pool is a great place to talk with other guests in the village and is heated all year round.
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everything worked well and the instructions for the water heater extractor fan etc were clear and easily understoodthe cottage has a well stocked kitchen and a nice outdoor spacevery comfortable beds and lovely bright decorationi didn't use the pool or the entertainment facilities so can't comment on thosekitchen is well equipped as you would hopeCleanliness:
very homely and very cleanthe swimming pool is clean and never too busywe didn't bother asking the cleaners to re clean as they obviously don't clean to a proper standardthe cottage was very clean and well kitted outabsolutely lovely cottage very clean and decorated to a brilliant standardHost:
the resort staff were very friendly and helpfulthe owners were very helpful and the booking process was very easyprompt and friendly customer service from the owner of the property which was as describedRead more reviewsLocation:
very scenic location with a nice walk on site and ideal for a break away with your dogthe onsite entertainment is cheesy but fun and there is a bus every hour into stwe had a lovely time due to the fantastic location close to beaches and great walksthe park itself has great entertainment for the children and a nice park and swimming poolgood base in an ideal location for exploring south cornwall
8. A beautifully renovated barn for six guests (from USD 130)
This converted barn house is the ideal home for people who want to escape the big city and start their own Cornish adventure. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms inside, up to six of you can sleep well and stay refreshed. A fully equipped kitchen area is present, with plenty of counter space to boot. Watching movies is made comfortable, thanks to huge sofas and a TV with a DVD player. Going outside, the swimming pool is built with a clean design, containing multiple benches and a barbecue grill. To complete the family experience, a kids’ playground was constructed right beside the pool.
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the cottage was immaculate very comfortable and well equippedCleanliness:
clean and comfortable place to stayvery lovely clean accommodation with animals and a pool great for childrenHost:
lovely relaxing stay with first class hostsunparalleled accommodation first class owners a beautiful setting a traditional feel yet with modern luxuriesRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to get to many places to visitlovely tranquil peaceful the location gives you easy access to anywhere in cornwall thankyou for a lovely two weeks
9. A delightful holiday retreat with a hot tub (from USD 107)
Tucked away in the peaceful Pendra Loweth complex, Squirrel’s Leap cottage is an abode meant for couples on holiday. True to the name, you’ll see many squirrels around the grounds. Up to three guests can sleep here, with the sofa serving as a third bed. The kitchenette has complete cooking equipment and a fridge. TV, Internet access, couches, and heating are all available, too. The village has an indoor pool, heated throughout the year. You can also use the other common amenities like tennis courts, gym, and children’s’ play areas. If you want to go to the sea, Swanpool Beach is just a five-minute drive away.
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well equipped kitchen the property description was 100% accurate definitely we can recommend this offerCleanliness:
you can expect a very clean and comfortable cottage with beaches within easy walking distancecalm and quiet clean and nice place to relaxeverything was neat tidy and clean and we had everything we neededslightly beyond expectations being well-equipped and cleanthe whole place was spotless and had little touches which made us feel very welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
a lovely house in a great locationeasy to find and the main roads are close by making exploring easygreat location perfect for falmouth and nearby placeslocation is excellent highly recommend for travelling around cornwallhighly recommended perfect location lovely house with all your needs catered for
10. A modern cottage with access to the beach
If you want to be near the sea, this house is the right choice for you. It is located in Maenporth Estates, a new development with its own beachfront. This semi-detached home can fit up to four guests and has two baths for convenience. The fully equipped kitchen has a fridge, an oven, and a washer. Brand-new furniture like chairs and a table occupy the living room, which also has a large TV and movies. You can use the common amenities like the spa, sauna, football grounds, and all-weather tennis courts. The leisure center houses a pool table, a table tennis set, and a common lounge. Lastly, the indoor swimming pool boasts bright lighting, shower facilities, and year-round heating.
Falmouth, Cornwall, United KingdomSuperhostAccommodates: 4
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the cottage was perfect with everything there to make our stay comfortable and easyCleanliness:
what a clean and comfortable small houseagain these were clean and safethe house is fully equipped and sparkling cleandavid and susan's little gem cottage was fantastic in every sense clean warm comfortable and well equippedthe leisure centre was clean and warm and the staff were so friendly and invitingHost:
the hosts were super responsive and the personal little surprises that they prepared for us were really touchinggreat place to stay and very nice hoststhe hosts we very helpful and easy to get hold of if needed for any queriesdavid and susan made the stay a very easy one being so helpful and communicative throughoutthe property had everything we needed and was spotless and the hosts very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely location near to the beachloved the location and the swimming pool was amazingalso there were plenty of interesting places to visit a short distance awaygreat place to stay in the area so close to falmouth but tucked away in peaceful spothaving the beach so close with a little forest walk was a great way to explore close by
Cornwall, a natural wonder you should visit
Land’s End, sandy beaches, and granite formations are just some of the natural wonders in Cornwall. The houses themselves have plenty of history behind them, and many are even accommodating guests. Towns here are a lot more laid back than places like London or Bristol, giving plenty more peace and quiet. So, why not consider a nice, long vacation here and stay at the best holiday cottages in Cornwall, UK?
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