Self-catering holidays and Holiday cottages in St Columb

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St Columb Major is a historic market town inland from Newquay, known for its traditional game of hurling played through the streets on Shrove Tuesday. Holiday accommodation around St Columb gives you a quieter base close to the north coast.

Watergate Bay, Mawgan Porth and Newquay are a short drive away, and the Iron Age hillfort of Castle-an-Dinas stands nearby. Padstow and Wadebridge are within easy reach. Book your St Columb holiday direct with the owner.

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Holiday accommodation in St Columb

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With few properties listed in St Columb, here are more owner-advertised properties within easy reach in North Cornwall.

Bodmin · Self-catering · sleeps 10

If Bodmin is on your list, take a look at Coldharbour Farm, a self-catering holiday let with the coast and countryside to explore. Booking direct means you talk to the owner, not an agency. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Six stone cottages imaginatively converted from traditional farm buildings, dating from the 1800s, arranged around a delightful, atmospheric courtyard. Garden with BBQ, childrens play area, games room and laundry facilities.” – 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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Bude · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in Bude: Penstowe Holidays is a short drive from St Columb and well placed for Cornwall Devon. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“NEW Premier Accommodation now available. Open All Year.” – 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 a short drive from St Columb 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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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 a short drive from St Columb, 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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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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Tredenham

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

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in Polzeath: Tredenham is a short drive from St Columb 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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Boscastle · Bed & Breakfast · sleeps 5

Trehane Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast in Boscastle gives you bed and breakfast 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. Guests can enjoy views of the sea.

“Ensuite Bed & Breakfast stays in an 18th century farmhouse in a cliff-top location, with outstanding sea views along the North Cornwall Coast. - Double bedroom with bathroom ensuite and adjoining single room. --- Double bedroom with ensuite shower overlooking the garden and sea beyond” – the owner

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St Columb holidays – FAQs

St Columb is a small town in mid-Cornwall, inland from Newquay and Watergate Bay.

Watergate Bay, Mawgan Porth and the Newquay beaches are about ten to fifteen minutes' drive away.

The nearest railway station is Newquay, on the branch line from Par, about 8 miles away.

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