Cornwall is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the UK. Guests have their options for activities and attractions. If you want a totally unique experience, be sure to visit Saint Michael’s Mount. Here, you can experience history up close and see some fantastic architecture. For history buffs, you can also visit Tintagel Castle, which connects to King Arthur’s stories. Cornwall is famous for its beaches so you can relax on one of its white sandy shores. Speaking of the beach, you can also expect to find a range of activities you can do in Cornwall, including surfing. That said, consider these best places to surf and stay in Cornwall, UK, and plan an itinerary.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to surfing spots. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 27, 2025.
1. Stylish home with a sea view, Mullion (from USD 2000)
Wake up with the best view when you stay at this three-bedroom home. Located in Lizard, a peninsula in Cornwall, this rental features a bathroom with a walk-in shower and another with a bathtub. You can use the HDTV if you plan to stay in. You will also have access to a full kitchen and a dining room when you have meals with your family or friends.
The best part when you stay in this rental is it is close to the beach. Within a few minutes’ walk, you’ll have access to the gorgeous Polurrian Beach where you can enjoy a day of swimming and surfing. You can also head to other beaches nearby such as the famous Poldhu Beach.
Mullion, England, United KingdomSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
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the host was super communicative and both check in and check out were easyplenty of lovely coastal walks and the near by pubs were very accommodating and friendlyben as a host is exceptionally responsive & sorted any queries very promptly for usLocation:
perfect location for a relaxed holidaythe location of this house is fantasticexcellent location right next to secluded beachbrilliant house in a brilliant locationlovely house in a great locationCleanliness:
very clean and well stockedvery clean and well appointed houseit was very clean communication was very efficient and everything worked well with comfortable bedsinside the house is warm and cleanthe house was well cleaned and presented which was much appreciatedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
sitting outside at the table perfectly placed to take in the sea view was lovelybedrooms are comfortable and upstairs all with views
2. Willow Stump, Sennen (from USD 353)
This two-bedroom cottage is perfect for a group of four, ideal for a small family or group of friends. They have everything you might need in this cottage. You can relax in their cozy living room during the day and use the books, DVDs, or board games when you have spare time. You can cook delicious meals as this cottage is equipped with a full kitchen.
On days when you want to chill and swim, you can use the heated pool or the beach. You can head to Sennen Cove Beach, famous for surfing. Other popular surfing spots near the rental are Land’s End and South West Coastal.
Sennen, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 4
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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 friendlyLocation:
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 walksCleanliness:
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 cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
perfect outdoor heated poolthe kitchen was well kitted out and there were some lovely touches at the cottage itself
3. Porthmeor Blue, St Ives (from USD 650)
This dreamy apartment is perfect for your beach getaway. With two bedrooms, this rental can house up to four guests so you can bring your family or friends. You will have direct access to Porthmeor Beach so you can go swimming and surfing whenever you want.
Inside the rental, you will enjoy the modern kitchen and spacious living room. The apartment also features a balcony so you can see picturesque views of the beach and sea. Other highlights of this rental include Wi-Fi and TV for your entertainment.
Cornwall, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 4
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the hosts were really approachable and helpfulkind to leave a pint of milk and biscuits toolisa is a helpful responsive hostsmooth check in with great communication from the hostlisa is very friendly everything went without a hitchLocation:
gorgeous location with everything you needfab location great to be so close to the beachgreat location for beach and town and parking off seasonfantastic location overlooking porthmeor beachthe location is quite wonderful with porthmeor 2 minutes awayCleanliness:
everything clean and tidythe flat was clean well equipped and comfortablegreat place to stay clean spacious warm and comfortablethe apartment is clean spacious well-furnished comfortable etcthe flat was clean and comfortable and more spacious than it lookedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great apartment with stunning sea viewsfantastic view of beach from bedroom/ bedfantastic location - we loved waking up to the sea views and breakfasting on the balconywarm comfortable apartment with view of brave winter surfers on porthmeor beachclean spacious and comfortable apartment with an excellent balcony for watching the sunset
4. Cozy shack near the beach, Porthtowan (from USD 63)
Looking for a lovely rental in Cornwall? You might want to check out this cozy shack in Porthtowan. Though it’s not the roomiest of accommodations, this rental has everything you will need for your Cornwall getaway. It features a comfortable bed that can sleep up to two guests, a mini kitchen with a refrigerator, and access to a private bathroom. Outside, guests will have a private deck and patio so they can enjoy views of the sea at any time.
This is also an ideal accommodation for surfers as it is located in Porthtowan, which is one of the most popular surfing beaches in Cornwall. Guests will definitely love this beach as it is awarded the Blue Flag, which is given to beaches that have great water quality and environmental education programs.
Porthtowan, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 2
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ailsa & neil are the loveliest of hosts who were helpful throughoutailsa and neil are wonderful hosts and they made sure our stay was nice and easyneil and ailsa were very friendly and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location and lovely little placelovely hosts beautiful location and a great price only wish we could’ve stayed longersuper location lovely garden and amazing viewit is also a 5 minute walk away from a lovely coastal path with amazing viewsstunning location the loveliest hosts everything we needed for a glorious stay
5. Cliff House, Pentire Head (from USD 5936)
Traveling with a large group? This is the perfect accommodation for you. With six bedrooms, this can house up to 14 guests, 10 guests in the main house and four in the separate apartment. Set in 1 acre (0.4 hectares) of land, you will have access to a private, luxurious, and spacious home.
Features of this gorgeous property include spacious living areas and sitting rooms, a cloakroom, an indoor swimming pool, and a gym room. You will definitely enjoy your meals in this home because of its large spacious kitchen and dining room leading up to the terrace.
The best part about this rental is it has private access to the beach. This home is also located in an ideal location as it is near Cornwall’s top surfing beaches such as Crantock Beach and Fistral Beach.
Cornwall, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 14
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the hosts were lovely and always fast with responsesthank you for being a great hostanne was a wonderful hostfantastic house and a brilliant host who has created the perfect home for a weekend stayanne was a great host- really responsive and friendlyLocation:
amazing location if you want to run away and detox from lifeabsolutely stunning property and locationamazing house in a stunning locationa wonderful house at a great locationa fantastic house in the most amazing locationCleanliness:
the house was immaculately cleaned and the beds were very comfortablethe house was very clean comfortable and well equippedthe property is decorated and fitted to a very high standard and spotlessly cleanthe house is spotless beautifully equipped with very tasteful for it us and fittingsit’s so comfortable and sparkling cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
fantastic house wonderful views well equipped kitchen very comfortable beds and beautiful linensthe pool was an amazing treat ans the children enjoyed it greatlythe children had hours of fun in the pool too which is fabulously warmlots of great facilities and mod cons and even has steps down onto the beach
6. The Snug, Porth (from USD 187)
This one-bedroom chalet is perfect for up to two guests, making it ideal for couples. The chalet has a well-equipped kitchen. Guests can have a wonderful meal to start their day. They can choose to eat at the designated dining area or in the back garden which has a shared decking area so you can enjoy the view. Other amenities of the rental include a living room with a TV and a private bathroom.
If you love surfing, you’re in luck because this chalet is within a short distance of one of the best surfing beaches in Cornwall, Porth Beach. You can also visit Porth Island and see its iconic sunset.
Cornwall, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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the snugg was a perfect getaway and the hosts were wonderfullovely friendly and welcoming hostgary is a great host who really makes sure every guest enjoys their stayhost is also very helpful and friendlygary was very friendly and accommodating from the startLocation:
ideally placed close to the beachporth is beautiful and the snug is in a great locationthe location is beautiful especially when watching the sunset in the hot tubideal spot close to the beach and a very cosy place to staygreat check in great location great facilitiesCleanliness:
everything was really clean and i’m good working orderthe cabin was clean spacious and exactly as describedwe had a great stay in the snug very clean and tidywe had a beautiful stay in the snug it was clean and well presentedvery clean great place to explore newquay fromRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
really comfortable and equipped with everything we needed
7. Tygwella, Padstow (from USD 2473)
Have a memorable vacation with your friends or family when you stay at this luxury home. Tygwella has five bedrooms and four bathrooms. There is a living room with seating for 10 guests. It opens to the deck, which also has a seating area where you can enjoy meals and views of the sea. The accommodation has a modern kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine. Other amenities include a gated parking area.
If you want to go swimming or surfing, you can do so at Porthcothan Bay, which is only a five-minute walk from the house.
Padstow, United KingdomAccommodates: 10
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Host:
the host was very helpful and kinddavid was a great host answering all of my questions before our staydavid was a great host with prompt replieshost was quick at responding to messages and very helpfuldavid is a wonderful host and made the stay easy and seamlessLocation:
a thoroughly special locationperfect place in an amazing locationbeautiful property and locationfantastic family house in a great location close to the beachlovely house in a great locationCleanliness:
really clean comfortable and well equippedthe house was clean warm and really well equippedspotlessly clean when we arrived and easy to access using the key safeeverything was clean and several of our guests commented on how well equipped the kitchen washome was spacious clean accommodating modern with really lovely viewsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we loved our stay the home was comfortable and fully prepared for 7 adults and 4 little onesthe house was well decorated with modern bathrooms and the living room had a nice christmas theme
8. Beach House Studio, Crackington Haven (from USD 137)
There is a lot to admire about this charming home. It is located within Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) so you can expect gorgeous natural landscapes. You can also expect a great time because this studio is close to Crackington Haven Beach where you can enjoy a great surfing session, a beautiful walk by the beach, or a relaxing swimming session.
This stylish studio offers a mini kitchen where you can enjoy cooking your delicious meals and a comfortable sofa where you can chill. You will also have access to a garden with a seating area.
Crackington Haven, Cornwall, United KingdomAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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we had a wonderful stay at selina’s selina was very accommodating and helpfulselina was a great host flexible with timings and quick at communicatingselina was an incredible host and we fell in love with crackington havenselena was very thoughtful and responsivethe bed gets 10/10 the coombe barton inn was very friendly and served delicious foodLocation:
a lovely cosy space very close to the coveideal for those wanting to do coastal walksperfect place for a couple and very close to a pub with lovely food and drinkscrackington haven is a lovely place away from the tourist crowdspeaceful light and airy clean comfortable and close to the beachCleanliness:
lovely place clean and quietit was bright modern and spotlessly cleanthis was a lovely clean studio with a very comfortable bed and communicative hoststhe place itself has everything you need and was as clean as a whistle when we got therethe accommodation itself was really great warm cosy and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
comfortable bed good views appreciated the cooking facilitieswaking up and having breakfast with the view of the beach was amazinga beautiful stay cosy comfortable and some beautiful viewsit's cosy with a nice kitchenette and bathroomalthough small there is everything you may need for a comfortable stay and it’s beautifully decorated
9. Panorama, Military Road (from USD 552)
Perfectly named Panorama, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the sea when you stay at this chalet. This rental was recently renovated so you can expect a modern and lovely interior. Inside, you’ll have access to a full bathroom and a living room that overlooks the ocean. If you enjoy cooking, you’ll find this place perfect as it has a well-equipped kitchen.
During the day, you can head down to the Whitsand Bay beach to ride the huge waves, go paddle boarding, or swim. At the end of the day, you can head back to the chalet and enjoy a relaxing time on the patio.
Millbrook, Cornwall, United KingdomAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
louise was very helpful and kindpanorama was simply stunning louise was a great host and really helpfullouise is a great host extremely helpful and responsivelouise was very helpful and responsive to any questions we hadthe experience at the panorama was simply the best and also the owner so lovely and helpfulLocation:
amazing location and incredible placestunning location for a few days awaythe location is stunning and well worth the steps getting to and from the propertylocation was nice a remote just the serenity we neededlocation is stunning and the quality of the accommodation is first classCleanliness:
it was spotlessly clean and we loved the little 'welcome' touches from louisepanorama is a very special place- spotlessly clean and a view second to noneRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the cliff cafe nearby was cosy and offer good breakfast with beautiful view
10. The Anchorage, Mawgan Porth (from USD 974)
Enjoy a relaxing getaway at this gorgeous home in Mawgan Porth. Situated on top of a cliff, guests will definitely have unlimited panoramic views of the sea. It is located near Mawgan Porth Beach, which is famous for swimmers and surfers alike.
Guests will definitely have a comfortable stay as this home has 6 bedrooms so it’s perfect for up to 12 guests. There is a huge living room with floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook Mawgan Porth Beach. Outside, you can enjoy a large private garden and a terrace where you can also host barbeque nights.
Mawgan Porth, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 12
Top guest reviews
Host:
the perfect escape with the perfect hostamy was a wonderful host a star serviceamy is a great hostamy was an incredibly helpful hostall round great house and hostLocation:
good location 5 mins walk to the beachfantastic house and great locationgreat house great location would definitely stay againa really beautiful house in the most amazing locationwhat glorious weather and what a stunning locationCleanliness:
immaculately clean and well presentedbeds were super comfy and clean showers were powerful with always enough hot waterthe beds are exceptionally comfortable and all the bedrooms were spacious and well designedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the views of the beach from the living room are gloriousincredible views amazing bed that i didn’t want to leave behind and a great location*pros* great living space and lovely light in most of the roomsthe house is as seen in the pictures with great sized rooms location view balcony garden and living areaour chef was impressed by the kitchen set up
Surf’s up in Cornwall
Cornwall is famous for its historical attractions, natural landscapes, and beaches - that’s why Cornwall has been a famous destination for beach lovers and surfers. To have the best vacation, choose to holiday at one of these best places to surf and stay in Cornwall, UK.
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