Self-catering holidays and Holiday cottages in Rock

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Rock is a village on the eastern bank of the Camel estuary, facing Padstow across the water. Holiday cottages here are popular for sailing, watersports and family beach holidays, with the sand right beside the village.

A passenger ferry crosses to Padstow, and Daymer Bay, St Enodoc church and the golf course are a short walk away. Polzeath, Port Isaac and Wadebridge are close by. Book your Rock holiday direct with the owner.

Places near Rock

Holiday accommodation in Rock

Cornwall Online has 22 properties listed in Rock.

Linkside

From 1495 to 3350
Trebetherick · Self-catering · sleeps 14

Sleeping up to 14, Linkside is a self-catering holiday let in Trebetherick. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Well behaved dogs are welcome to stay at the house. Sleeping 12 to 14 people.” – the owner

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Trentinney Farm Cottages

From 370 to 830
St Endellion nr Port Isaac · Self-catering · sleeps 6

Staying at Trentinney Farm Cottages puts you in St Endellion nr Port Isaac, close to the centre of things. It is a self-catering holiday let with sandy beaches one to three miles away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“Trentinney Farm has six holiday cottages sleeping 2 to 6 people situated between Port Isaac and Chapel Amble but only 10 minutes from the popular beaches at Rock and Polzeath. After your exciting day on the beach or exploring Cornwall you will appreciate being able to return to the peace and quiet of Trentinney with its158 acres of some…” – the owner

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The White Heron Hotel

From 105 to 115
Polzeath · Hotel · sleeps 10

Staying at The White Heron Hotel puts you in Polzeath, close to the centre of things. It is a hotel with a beach less than a mile away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“A small family run, non-smoking, licensed establishment for people that want a QUIET LIFE, offering excellent 4 Star quality on a Full English Breakfast basis. All Five of our rooms are beautifully presented double en-suite.” – the owner

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Trehaven

From 1200 to 3700
New Polzeath · Self-catering · sleeps 10

For a holiday in New Polzeath, Trehaven is a self-catering holiday let close to the centre of things, with a beach less than a mile away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Guests can enjoy views of the sea.

“A charming, spacious, well equipped, comfortable holiday home featuring sea views, sunny enclosed garden, and parking for 3 cars. Light and bright in the summer and warm and cosy in the winter it is a delightful base to explore this area of outstanding natural beauty, just 200 yards from Polzeath beach - Sleeps 10.” – the owner

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Atlantic View Holidays

From 1910 to 7610
New Polzeath · Self-catering · sleeps 22

For a holiday in New Polzeath, Atlantic View Holidays is a self-catering holiday let close to the centre of things, with a beach less than a mile away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“Walking, surfing, sailing, cycling and golf. The Eden project, National Trust houses and gardens.” – the owner

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Puffins Cottage - Rock

From 1175 to 1650
Rock · Self-catering · sleeps 6

Staying at Puffins Cottage - Rock puts you in Rock, close to the centre of things. It is a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“Puffins Cottage is a traditional property finished to a high specification situated in Rock, sleeping up to 6 people and very near the sandy beach (400 yards).There is a secure garden with parking for 2 cars/boat.” – the owner

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St Minver · Static Caravan

Owner-run static caravan holidays in St Minver: St Minver Holiday Park is close to the centre of things and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Parking is available for guests.

“St Minver Holiday Park is a spacious and attractive park surrounded by rolling Cornish countryside. All holiday homes, including caravans and chalets are well spaced out over acres of wooded grounds, but all within easy reach of the excellent facilities of the park” – the owner

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Beachview Holidays

From 100 to 1500
Trebetherick, Rock · Self-catering · sleeps 6

Beachview Holidays in Trebetherick and Rock gives you a self-catering holiday let as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Located in a picturesque corner of North Cornwall. The apartment has a fully equipped modern kitchen, a lounge / diner, plus a conservatory with sea views.” – the owner

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Stepper Head

From 960 to 2520
New Polzeath · Self-catering · sleeps 8

Staying at Stepper Head puts you in New Polzeath, close to the centre of things. It is a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Short breaks are offered outside the main season.

“3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 TVs , refurbished kitchen. Also if required, detached self contained annexe comprising bedroom, bathroom , and games room with table tennis facility and TV.” – the owner

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Polzeath Holiday Cottages

From 95 to 1695
Polzeath · Self-catering · sleeps 6

Staying at Polzeath Holiday Cottages puts you in Polzeath, close to the centre of things. It is a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Simple pleasures, long walks in the sea breeze, lazy days on the sandy beach where the kids love to go rock pooling and a quiet pint or glass of wine in the local pubs and a bite to eat in the local cafés and restaurants are the order of the day. Holiday Cottages sleeping 4 and 6 people.” – the owner

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Tredenham

From 1200 to 2360
Polzeath · Self-catering · sleeps 8

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in Polzeath: Tredenham is close to the centre of things and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Tredenham - sleeps up to 8 - A high quality, well-equipped family house on the edge of the village - 4 minutes walk to the shops and the beach. There are wonderful sea views over Polzeath Bay and Pentire Head to the front and rear and towards Bodmin Moor. Sea Views - Parking - Internet Access available - Secluded Garden” – the owner

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Windermere

From 630 to 2000
Trebetherick · Self-catering · sleeps 10

If Trebetherick is on your list, take a look at Windermere, a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away. Booking direct means you talk to the owner, not an agency. Short breaks are offered outside the main season.

“The beach is a few minutes walk; whilst surfing, golfing, sailing & other boating activities are all available within the immediate vicinity. Rock and Polzeath are both a few minutes down the road.” – the owner

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Tregwormond Grange

From 120 to 125
St Minver · Bed & Breakfast · sleeps 6

For a holiday in St Minver, Tregwormond Grange is bed and breakfast close to the centre of things, with the coast an easy drive away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Parking is available for guests.

“Tregwormond Grange is a working Arable Farm. The farmhouse has far reaching views over open countryside and is situated within short distances of Rock, Polzeath, Port Isaac and Wadebridge. Two Ensuite Rooms: 1 King Size Double Room - 1 Twin Bedroom” – the owner

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Wesdale Holiday Home

From 745 to 2145
Trebetherick · Self-catering · sleeps 8

Wesdale Holiday Home in Trebetherick gives you a self-catering holiday let as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Beaches, Cornish clotted cream, golf, sea, sailing, surfing, kite surfing, water-skiing, wind surfing, lots of other sports, walks, dining (yes, Rick Stein is just a ferry ride away! ), relaxation - you choose and from Wesdale you can easily walk to everywhere!” – the owner

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Pottery Cottage

From 610 to 1525
St Kew · Self-catering · sleeps 4

If St Kew is on your list, take a look at Pottery Cottage, a self-catering holiday let with sandy beaches one to three miles away. Booking direct means you talk to the owner, not an agency. Parking is available for guests.

“Pottery Cottage is a light and airy detached property designed and furnished in a contemporary style, with two ensuite bedrooms ( King sized double room with ensuite shower and twin room with ensuite bathroom). The cottage has a terraced Mediterranean style courtyard garden outside french windows and is very private and peaceful, ideal…” – the owner

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Trebetherick · Self-catering · sleeps 9

For a holiday in Trebetherick, Springs is a self-catering holiday let close to the centre of things, with a beach less than a mile away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“Springs enjoys fantastic panoramic uninterrupted sea views of the Atlantic and Camel Estuary. The passage of boats and ever changing sea views (including sunsets) can be enjoyed from both the house and the large garden.” – the owner

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Breakers - Atlantic Terrace

From 4850 to 4850
New Polzeath · Self-catering · sleeps 10

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in New Polzeath: Breakers - Atlantic Terrace is close to the centre of things and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Parking is available for guests.

“Holiday Home on three levels situated adjacent to the beach with stunning sea views. Breakers sleeps 10 people - it is situated at the Pentire Point end of Atlantic Terrace and commands stunning views of the bay and surrounding headlands. Breakers land is five metres from the beach and rocks which can be accessed via Atlantic steps” – the owner

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Cornwall · Self-catering · sleeps 12

For a holiday in Cornwall, Cornish Traditional Cottages is a self-catering holiday let close to the centre of things, with a beach less than a mile away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“Cornish Traditional Cottages have been letting holiday homes in Cornwall since 1964. We are a small, independent family run business and let cottages, houses, and anything in-between across the County we call home. Coastal or inland, Launceston to Lands End book your next Cornish break with a local Cornish business” – the owner

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Providence Cottage

From 850 to 2390
Port Isaac · Self-catering · sleeps 8

If Port Isaac is on your list, take a look at Providence Cottage, a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away. Booking direct means you talk to the owner, not an agency. Short breaks are offered outside the main season.

“Providence Cottage offers you luxury Holiday accommodation in a superb clifftop location with breathtaking sea views :over the harbour, coastline and miles of open sea beyond. Sleeps up to 8 people” – the owner

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Four Winds

From 700 to 1800
Nr. Wadebridge · Self-catering · sleeps 8

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in Nr. Wadebridge: Four Winds is close to the centre of things and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Parking is available for guests.

“Four Winds is a comfortable 3 bedroomed detached house which has a spacious south facing garden with sea views and spectacular sunsets. A 5 minutes walk to the nearest beach with rock pools at Greenaway and only ½ mile from sandy beaches at Daymer Bay and fantastic surfing at Polzeath. Sleeps 8” – the owner

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Olive House

From 2000 to 3500
Rock · Self-catering · sleeps 12

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in Rock: Olive House is close to the centre of things and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“Olive House is a large detached house in the centre of the village, opposite the bakery and butchers, on flat terrain about one mile from the beach and golf club. Sleeps 12 in six bedrooms.” – the owner

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Gardenia Cottage

From 660 to 1170
Rock · Self-catering · sleeps 6

For a holiday in Rock, Gardenia Cottage is a self-catering holiday let close to the centre of things, with a beach less than a mile away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Parking is available for guests.

“A peaceful, relaxing holiday home set in the stunning Camel Estuary close to Rock and Polzeath. The Holiday Cottage sleeps up to 6 people ( + infant) in three bedrooms and has parking for two cars. Easy access to Polzeath, Port Isaac and Padstow Gardenia offers the perfect place to unwind from a busy lifestyle, and you will be sad to…” – the owner

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Rock holidays – FAQs

Rock is a village on the Camel estuary, opposite Padstow.

Rock has sandy beaches along the estuary, with Daymer Bay and Polzeath close by.

The nearest railway station is Newquay, on the branch line from Par, about 14 miles away. A car is the easiest way to get around the area.

Cornwall Online lists holiday cottages, self-catering homes, B&Bs, hotels, camping and holiday parks in Rock and the surrounding area, each advertised by its owner. If only a few are listed, the page also shows properties across the wider region.

Each property links to its own website. You contact and book directly with the owner, with no booking fees or commission from Cornwall Online.

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