Wind-whipped cliffs, miles of golden surf beaches, coastal walks that fuel the soul and stellar food rustled up by celebrity chefs – welcome to Cornwall. This may be the southwesternmost part of Great Britain, but the county has everything to land it firmly at the front of your mind, even after you’ve returned home.
Though Cornwall’s self-catering offerings have long stretched far and wide, there’s an ever-increasing number of small, characterful hotels opening up. Whether you’re looking for a romantic escape for two or want to bring your dog on holiday, these days, there’s no shortage of boutique accommodation on offer.
Those seeking sea views will be in their element at the various pads dotted along Cornwall’s 422-mile-long coast. Meanwhile, the Insta crew can snap away in design-led addresses that could be straight out of an interiors magazine. As well as appealing to the outdoorsy types, Cornwall has a strong food game that’s about much more than fish and chips and the humble pasty, with hotel restaurants satiating even the most distinguished taste buds.
With so much on offer, deciding where to lay your head is key. Here’s our round-up of Cornwall’s best boutique hotels for every occasion.
Location: Harlyn Bay
The Pig’s 30 rooms above Harlyn Bay beach are cosy and calming
(The Pig hotels)
A moody, Grade II-listed mansion in the Cornish wilds has been transformed into a relaxed hideaway with all the impeccable style you’d expect from a Pig hotel. Positioned above the golden sands of Harlyn Bay, the house has 16th-century origins – expect flagged floors, rugged wooden doors and stone friezes featuring sea beasts. The interiors are sultry – walls in dark shades such as petrol blue, velvet sofas, richly patterned fabrics and wood-burning stoves. The 30 rooms include four supersized shepherd’s huts – scattered throughout the garden, they are complete with roll-top baths, wood burners and fun outdoor showers. The lively restaurant has a seasonal menu inspired by what’s growing in the kitchen garden, with other ingredients sourced within 25 miles.
Location: Padstow
Suites in the Padstow Townhouse have claw-foot baths and antique fireplaces
(Lateef Photograophy)
There’s delicious food at every turn in this elegant bolthole, located on a quiet street in Padstow. And no wonder – it’s owned by Paul…
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