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Our Cornish chronicles include stories, insights and inspiration from the wild North Cornish coast.

Top five romantic activities for Valentine’s Day

Top five romantic activities for Valentine’s Day

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, why not whisk your loved-one away for a romantic break beside the sea? We share our top five activities to inspire you this February 14th.

Why Vinnick Rock is the ultimate coastal retreat

Why Vinnick Rock is the ultimate coastal retreat

A perfect position coupled with coastal style and sea views makes Vinnick Rock the ultimate coastal retreat. Here are ten reasons why...
Smaller groups can benefit from our low occupancy rates with their holiday in North Cornwall

Our top ten large coastal retreats for small groups

Our top ten large coastal retreats for small groups

Out of season, a handful of our breathtaking larger properties open their doors up to smaller groups. Take a look at our top ten coastal properties offering low occupancy rates.
Private yoga on holiday in North Cornwall

Yoga - the art of mindfulness on holiday

Yoga - the art of mindfulness on holiday

We catch up with our friend Catherine, Founder of Yoga with Catherine to find out more about how the healing practice of yoga can encourage the art of mindfulness whilst on holiday.

Top five ways to see in the New Year Cornish style

Top five ways to see in the New Year Cornish style

There's something special about seeing in the New Year together away from home. And where could be more special than the wilds of the North Cornish coast? Start the year as you mean to go on with an adventure and create new family traditions. We count down the top five ways to see in the New Year in Cornish style.
Family around the log burner at Christmas

Our top 10 properties for the festive period

Our top 10 properties for the festive period

Stomp along the coastal paths, hop on the ferry for late night shopping in Padstow or cosy up by a log fire. North Cornwall is a magical place to enjoy Christmas.
Nathan Outlaw's Fish Kitchen is located in Port Isaac, North Cornwall

A foodie guide to North Cornwall

A foodie guide to North Cornwall

Whether you are looking for somewhere to celebrate a special occasion or simply want to sample the finest Cornish produce, we count down the very best restaurants within easy reach of our properties.
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...

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.

Dry Creek House - Polzeath’s most unique home?

Dry Creek House - Polzeath’s most unique home?

Dry Creek House is a brand new, architect-designed, eco-home overlooking the golden sand and white-topped rollers of Polzeath.

Resplendent Rockhaven - a hidden manor house in Rock

Resplendent Rockhaven - a hidden manor house in Rock

Down a quiet lane in central Rock lies a most surprising manor house dripping with style and classical elegance.

Behind the scenes at our festive photoshoot

Behind the scenes at our festive photoshoot

With that wonderful time of year almost upon us, we take you behind the scenes of our festive photoshoot to share how we sprinkle a little locally inspired magic into our Christmas decorations this year...

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