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Find inspired ideas and the best secret tips for a truly memorable holiday in Cornwall. Take a look through our insider’s guide…

The wooden hot tub at Dry Creek House, a self-catering holiday home in Polzeath, North Cornwall

The best North Cornish homestays with hot tubs

The best North Cornish homestays with hot tubs

Holidays are for rest and relaxation and what better way to unwind than with a soak amongst the warming bubbles of your very own hot tub? If you are looking to get your hot tub fix this holiday take a look at these five breathtaking coastal retreats.
Wedding in Rock, North Cornwall

Autumn wedding inspiration

Autumn wedding inspiration

It's starting to feel a little on the autumnal side here on the North Cornish coast. As the colours of the season change, the coast is bathed by a magical golden light creating a beautiful backdrop for an autumnal wedding. Be inspired with this gorgeous autumn wedding shoot amongst the sand dunes at Rock beach.

Hidden places - Porthilly

Hidden places - Porthilly

Hidden away off the beaten track, Porthilly Cove is a wonderful discovery, just around the corner from the well-trodden sands of Rock beach. Porthilly is a tranquil haven for evening barbecues, dog-walks and watersports. Here are our top reasons to visit Porthilly.
Carn Mar, a luxury self-catering holiday home above Polzeath beach, North Cornwall

10 reasons to stay at Carn Mar

10 reasons to stay at Carn Mar

Views to take your breath away? A flickering fire pit? Sublime sunsets? Interiors to die for? Welcome to Carn Mar. A unique escape like no other, Carn Mar is a luxury coastal retreat perched right above Polzeath beach. We could spend all day talking about reasons to stay at Carn Mar but we have managed to condense it down to just 10...
Smaller groups can benefit from our low occupancy rates with their holiday in North Cornwall

Our top five large coastal retreats for small groups

Our top five large coastal retreats for small groups

Out of season, a handful of our breathtaking larger properties open their doors up to smaller groups. If you are a small family or a couple of couples, you can make the most of these prime positions and spacious interiors whilst just paying for two or three bedrooms. Take a look at our top five coastal properties offering low occupancy rates.
Enjoy an out of season break in North Cornwall this September

September sessions

September sessions

As the crowds disperse a sense of calm returns to the coast. September can bring beautiful weather, warmer sea temperatures and fantastic surf. From coast path scrambling and beach rambling to wave riding and dreamy sunsets, September is one of our favourite times of year. Be inspired with our top 10 things to do this September.

Wild swimming in North Cornwall

Wild swimming in North Cornwall

With Cornish sea temperatures hitting an all-time high (warmer than California's according to oceanographers), there's no better time to take to the water this summer. Wild swimming is said to have some impressive health benefits from soothing aching muscles to boosting the immune system. Here we share our favourite places to swim on the North Cornish coast.

Discover Daymer Bay

Discover Daymer Bay

Nestled between the popular coastal villages of Polzeath and Rock you will find Daymer Bay. This long stretch of golden sand at the mouth of the Camel Estuary welcomes dogs all year round and is a popular spot for family beach days. Take a look at this handy guide to our Daymer Bay properties.
Enjoy a last-minute summer holiday in North Cornwall with Latitude50

Summer on the Cornish coast

Summer on the Cornish coast

Glistening seascapes, golden sands and magical sunsets, the North Cornish coast has all the ingredients for a summer holiday to remember. It's not too late to escape with your nearest and dearest. Discover our top six coastal escapes with summer availability.

Licensed wedding venues on the North Cornish coast

Licensed wedding venues on the North Cornish coast

From tipis alongside glittering rivers to churches beside sandy shores, the North Cornish coast is a dream setting for a fairy-tale wedding. If you are looking for a wedding venue, here is our handy guide to licensed venues all within easy reach of our self-catering properties.

The island with Camel Ski School

The island with Camel Ski School

Enjoy your very own private barbecue and water sports experience surrounded by the glassy water of the Camel Estuary. We paddled out to experience the island for ourselves.
Penquite House, a luxury self-catering holiday home near Port Isaac with heated swimming pool

The best of coast & countryside - 10 reasons to stay at Penquite

The best of coast & countryside - 10 reasons to stay at Penquite

Accommodating two to sixteen guests, this uniquely flexible and luxurious hideaway comes with an outdoor heated swimming pool and beautiful, mature gardens. Here are the top 10 reasons to choose Penquite for your next holiday.

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