If Sennen is on your list, take a look at Seal 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. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Nestled by the sand dunes just 300 yards from the acclaimed and outstandingly stunning Blue Flag beach at Sennen, Seal Cottage is ideal for the adventurous escape that you have been looking for from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Sleeps 4” – the owner

Sleeping up to 4, Casple Cottage is a self-catering holiday let in St Just. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with the coast an easy drive away. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Casple Cottage is a traditional miners cottage -sleeping 4 people, which has been sensitively refurbished to preserve its original character with exposed beams and exposed granite walls.” – the owner

The Boathouse in South Helford 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. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“The house is right on the beach and owns the slipway which guests may use if they bring their boats. Beautiful uninterrupted views across the cove and out to sea, with the beach just outside the property.” – the owner

Sleeping up to 3, Ginentonic Holiday Cottage is a self-catering holiday let in St Keverne. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Detached 2 bedroom Holiday Home in the thriving village of St Keverne - a period property with wood burning stove and central heating. 1 Double and 1 single bedrooms.” – the owner

Sleeping up to 0, Beachside Holiday Park is a camping and touring site in Hayle. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Short breaks are offered outside the main season.

“A fantastic family holiday park right beside the beach in St Ives Bay, Cornwall. We have holiday Chalets, Bungalows, Lodges, Touring and Camping Pitches.” – the owner

Toms Holidays in Hayle 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.

“Self catering beach chalets and bungalows near St Ives Bay with sea views, just minutes from golden sandy beaches - Toms Holidays is the only place to go for your Cornish holiday. Whatever your self catering requirements Toms Holidays can accommodate you.” – the owner

For a holiday in Breage and nr. Helston, Little Tolmennor Barn is a self-catering holiday let a short drive from Isles of Scilly, with sandy beaches one to three miles away. The owners take their own bookings, so you can ask about dates and prices before deciding. Dogs and well-behaved pets can come too.

“Helston, on the Lizard Peninsula, is ideally located for exploring South West Cornwall. A delightfully restored stone building that is secluded and cosy in its countryside setting -located at the end of a country lane, the views over Tregonning Hill are lovely and the entire property is secluded and peaceful. Sleeps 2 people ( Pets: one…” – the owner

If Marazion is on your list, take a look at Petra Holiday Apartments, a self-catering holiday let with a beach less than a mile away. Booking direct means you talk to the owner, not an agency. Parking is available for guests.

“Michaels Mount , one of the most visited National Trust properties in the British Isles. It is only two minutes walk from the waters edge.” – the owner

For a holiday in Penzance, Trevarthian Holiday Homes is a self-catering holiday let a short drive from Isles of Scilly, 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.

“High quality Victorian holiday cottages, maisonettes and holiday apartments in the prime Mounts Bay location of Marazion. 50 yards from beach.” – the owner