Who doesn’t enjoy a holiday at the seaside? England’s South-West boasts beautiful beaches which, when paired with fantastic holiday cottages to rent, make for a fun and memorable holiday in any season. North Cornwall is one of the UK’s favourite holiday destinations not only for the stunning coastline littered with glorious beaches but also for the excellent road and public transport links that make it easy to relax and slip into the beachside way of life. Whilst the coastal village of Crackington Haven may be small, it has much to offer and is well-positioned for enjoying all the best bits of the dramatic north coast. Read our top 10 tips below for having fun while on holiday in Crackington Haven. Read more
A clifftop retreat with direct access to the South West Coast Path is a rarity, and one with no immediate neighbours even more so. Cancleave delivers both of these features together with superb views and a high standard of accommodation with space for eight people to sleep in four beautiful bedrooms. It is conveniently located on the coast road between Crackington Haven and Widemouth Bay, with easy access to Bude, Boscastle and Tintagel. Cancleave has been in the family since 1962 and used as a holiday let all that time. They have recently replaced the original property with a modern building boasting energy-efficient features that will help protect the landscape for generations to come.
Pa’s Cottage is a 400-year-old thatched holiday cottage in Crackington Haven sleeping eight guests, steps from the beach on Cornwall’s dramatic north coast. This self-catering accommodation combines original character beams and rafters with contemporary comforts, featuring a wood-burner, south-facing garden with summerhouse, and parking for three cars. Located in the heart of the village with The Coombe Barton Inn and two beach cafés within walking distance, this dog-friendly group holiday home welcomes up to two pets. This holiday rental in Crackington Haven provides WiFi, a travel cot and a highchair, and direct beach access, making it a brilliant base for families and friends exploring North Cornwall’s coastline.
"Treview" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. The town of Launceston is situated on the Devon and Cornwall border. The town has Georgian buildings in the central square, the ruins of a Norman castle sitting high above the town and shops and pubs. Just three miles away is the Tamar Otter...
"Trevenning Chapel" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Port Isaac is a small and picturesque fishing village on the Atlantic coast, until the mid nineteenth century, it was a very busy port, handling goods such as stone, coal and timber. Stunning views of the harbour can be enjoyed whilst walking...
"1 Bed Cottage in Bude" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 studio-style bedroom - double - 1 bathroom - Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment and washing machine - Wood burner...
"Kingfisher House" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Tintagel, home of King Arthur’s Castle, is a popular tourist destination. The area is dominated by the sea, coves and scenery. Several beaches are within easy reach and surfing is the main attraction. Tintagel has pubs and restaurants and the...
"Haven Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Tintagel, home of the legendary King Arthur’s Castle, whose ruins dominate the cliffside just outside the village, is a popular but not overcrowded tourist destination. The surrounding area is dominated by the sea, rocky coves and stunning...
"Brookfield" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cornwall. Wainhouse Corner is a small Cornish village between the larger towns of Boscastle and Bude. The hamlet's location near the South Western Coastal Walk, Penhallam House, and Pentargon Waterfall, as well as its proximity to the surrounding...
"Atlantic View" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cornwall. On the outskirts of Bude, this small coastal hamlet looks out over one of the area’s top surfing beaches. Famous for its rugged coastline, tumbling surf and excellent walking, it’s the place to relax and unwind. Lively Bude, with its town,...
"Badgers Sett" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cornwall. Although Tintagel is a famous tourist site, the cliffside ruins of King Arthur's Castle can be found just beyond the settlement. The area is dominated by the sea, rocky coves, and breathtaking scenery. Surfing is the main draw for people who...
"The Garden Apartment" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. The area around Tintagel is dominated by the sea, rugged coastline, secluded coves and incredible scenery. The town is famous as the home of the legendary King Arthur's castle, and the castle ruins still overlook the cliff side outside the...
"Tor Farm" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cornwall. Abberley is a quaint, historic village resting between Stockton on Teme and Astley. The village is known for its Saxon roots and two spectacular churches, St Michael's Church dating back to the 12th-century and the picturesque St Mary's Church...
"Lowen Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cornwall. A perfect Cornish coastal village, the road through Boscastle runs down to the small harbour at the bottom of the hill. The quaint village shops, local restaurants and pubs offering good food, Cornish real ales and live entertainment by local...
"3 Bed Cottage in Bude" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cornwall. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms - 2 doubles and 1 twin - 1 bathroom, 1 WC (off utility room) - Kitchen - oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge and microwave - Smart...
"Atlantic Escape" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Marhamchurch is a fantastic base for those looking to explore the Cornish coast and is only 2.5 miles from the coastal town of Bude. This quiet village has a church at its centre and there is a very useful local shop and pub. Nearby Bude has...
"The Old Cattle Barn" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Cornwall. The town of Launceston, situated on the Devon and Cornwall border, has wonderful architecture, including some fine Georgian buildings in the central square, and is dominated by the ruins of a Norman castle sitting high above the town. You can...
"Bodmin 2" is a 2 bed holiday Caravan sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Enjoy a family break in this luxury standard holiday caravan which is spacious, well-equipped and tastefully decorated and furnished throughout. The double bedroom and the twin bedroom are complete with good quality bed linen and will ensure a...
"Sky Pocket" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Once you've been to Bude, a beautiful beach village, you'll want to return frequently. Bude offers fantastic beaches for lounging and making sandcastles, as well as rockpools to explore at low tide and cafes from which to take it all in....
"The Coach House" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. The old market town of Camelford nearby is located close to Cornwall's north coast and is ideally situated for exploring the wild country of Bodmin Moor and the high cliffs, hidden coves, fishing villages and surfing beaches that populate this...
"Silver Sea- UKC6837" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Luxurious, 5-star, open plan, ground floor apartment designed for two guests. Offering a lavish and unforgettable experience, it lies just 3 miles from the Cornish coast.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living...
"Moorland Retreat" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. A charming, cosy, dog friendly barn conversion for two, with log burner set within an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on Bodmin Moor; perfect for couples seeking peace, walking and relaxation or to explore Bodmin Moor and the spectacular...
"The Old Smithy" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. A beautifully designed eco-Friendly haven, with sea views offering a bright, stylish retreat, perfect for exploring the seaside town of Bude and the north Cornwall coastline.. 3 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor:...
"2 Bed Cottage in St. Breward" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 super king-size (can be made up as a twin on request) - 2 en-suite shower rooms, both with showers and...
"The Bridge Inn Apartment" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Devon. Conveniently located above a quiet 16th-century village pub, The Bridge Inn Apartment is ideal for touring both Devon and Cornwall.. 7 steps to entrance. First Floor: Living/dining room: 40" Freeview TV,...
"Silver 3 Bedroom" is a 3 bed holiday Caravan sleeping up to 6 guests in Cornwall. Experience spacious and modern comfort in the Swift Soleli, a 3-bedroom caravan perfect for families or groups seeking a stylish retreat at Widemouth Sands. The open-plan living and dining area features contemporary furnishings, offering plenty...
"Ash Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Warbstow is a sleepy rural village surounded by unspoilt farmland. The village boasts an impressive Iron Age Fort offering panoramic views of north Cornwall and Dartmoor. The surrounding woodland has a network of footpaths to enjoy and the...
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Build sandcastles and explore rock pools - Crackington Haven’s sheltered position between two of the tallest cliffs in Cornwall make it perfect for a peaceful day at the beach. It’s so calm that the Victorian’s used it as a natural harbour. The mix of sand, shingle and rocks is ideal for children to build and explore. There are lifeguards on duty in summer, and the beach is dog-friendly between November and Easter.
Take the dog for a walk - There are some beaches in Cornwall where dogs are welcome all year round. Close to Crackington Haven, The Strangles is the perfect example. The waters off the sand and shingle beach are not safe for swimming (the name “Strangles” comes from the strong rip tides), which means that it is often empty even on a hot, summer’s day. It is possible to walk around the point to Little Strand beach at low tide.
Go surfing - Where Crackington Haven is sheltered and calm, nearby Widemouth Bay’s two-miles of sandy coast is frequently breezy, with some of the best conditions in the south-west for surfing, kiteboarding and windsurfing. Widemouth Bay is home to one of the oldest surf schools in England, so book a session or two at Outdoor Adventure, and you will be hanging ten in no time.
Search for Merlin’s Magic - Tucked into a shaded cove beneath the ruins of the 13th Century Tintagel Castle, Tintagel Haven, sometimes called Merlin’s Cove, is a tiny beach that you reach via scrambling down a cliff path. The adventure doesn’t end with the journey because the beach has a waterfall on the north side and, accessible at low tide, Merlin’s Cave which stretches underneath the cliff and castle. Within easy reach of Crackington Haven, Tintagel makes a great day out.
Walk the South West Coast Path - The South West Coast Path is the longest way-marked footpath in the country, stretching for 630 spectacular miles from Minehead to Poole Harbour, giving visitors plenty of far-reaching ocean views along the way.
Learn the secrets of smuggling - The cliffs and caves in North Cornwall were a haven for smugglers who used quiet beaches to set shore with their ill-gotten booty. Find out more about Cornwall’s infamous smuggling past at the Smuggler’s Museum at the Jamaica Inn in Bodmin.
Get on your bike - The south-west coast has some beautiful cycling routes including one which follows the coast from Bude to Summerleaze, Crooklets and Northcott, as well as along the Bude Canal. The Tamar Valley, Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor National Park are all easily accessible within under an hour’s drive from Crackington Haven, giving mountain bikers an enormous variety of off-road trails.
Paddle in Boscastle Harbour - You will always find kids paddling in the shallow waters of Boscastle, a town renowned not only for its picturesque harbour but also for the Museum of Witchcraft and a choice of cafes serving delicious Cornish ice-cream.
Go thrill-seeking - Camel Creek Adventure Park is a top choice for an exciting day out with dozens of rides and all-weather activities that will delight kids of all ages. A fun alternative for getting your adrenaline flowing is zorbing at Sphere Bude.
Eat well - There is an abundance of fresh and delicious food available in and around Crackington Haven. Tuck into a home-made pastie or cream tea at Cabin Cafe, or enjoy a leisurely lunch or pint at The Coombe Barton Inn - both in Crackington Haven. A must-visit for keen cooks is the Boscastle Farm Shop for the best local ingredients.
