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.
"Norvys" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Situated North of Cornwall, is the small seaside village of Bossiney. Within this idyllic village you will find a picturesque cove, with an excellent beach at low tide. This beach is ideal for swimming and snorkelling along the western edge...
"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....
"Cynefin Roundhouse, East Thorne, Bude" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. This roundhouse has underfloor heatingLiving areaOpen plan living, kitchen and dining areaLeather sofa, occasional table, blankets, storm lanterns and candles, hairdryer, iron and board, bluetooth speaker,...
"Grainstore" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Tintagel, location of King Arthur's Castle, is a popular but not overcrowded tourist destination. Sea, rocky coves, and breathtaking beauty characterise the area. Surfing is a popular activity at adjacent Trebarwith Strand and Bossiney Cove....
"1 Bed Cottage in Holsworthy" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom – king-size - 1 shower room - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine - Freezer in utility shed...
"Surf Pod" is a 0 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Experience real glamping in the cosy, well-equipped surf pods, designed for a true outdoor escape with all the essentials you need. Each 20-square-metre pod features a king-size bed with a memory foam mattress, plus two additional camp beds for...
"1 Bed Lodge in Bude" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 king-size bed - 1 en-suite shower room with WC - Gas hob, electric oven and fridge - Wood burner (first basket of logs provided) - TV in...
"1 Bed Cottage in Launceston" 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 bedroom area - king-size - 1 shower room with shower and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher,...
"Hideaway 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...
"1 Bed Cottage in Launceston" 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 double bedroom - 1 shower room with shower and WC - Electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment, microwave - Wood burner ( 1st...
"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...
"Shepherds Retreat" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Crackington Haven is a charming cove near Boscastle, with a mix of rockpools, a sandy beach and good surf. There are two beach shops and cafes, which are wonderful to relax in and look out over the blue seas of the bay. Walking this section of...
"Swallow Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cornwall. Kilkhampton is an historic Cornish village, 4 miles from the popular Victorian seaside resort of Bude, one of Cornwall’s premier holiday locations. With its old church, village shops and atmospheric village pubs, Kilkhampton is a lovely place...
"Pentire Costal Holiday Park - Holiday Accommodation 11475" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cornwall.
"Arvor Suite 1.0" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. The village of Marham is located in Bude, Cornwall, 13 miles south east of King's Lynn. Home to a Royal Air Force station, Marham also has a Holy Trinity church, a small post office, a chinese takeaway and a pizza/kebab shop. Just a mile away...
"4 Bed Cottage in Bude" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cornwall. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 4 bedrooms – 2 super king-size beds, 1 double bed and 1 twin room - 4 bathrooms – 1 family bathroom with rainfall shower over bath and...
"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...
"Downhouse Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. In an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, perfect for walkers, these cottages are pet friendly, near to the South West Coastal Path, and is within easy reach of Tintagel, Boscastle and Port Isaac.. Ground Floor:...
"Roughtor Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cornwall. St Tudy is a small village in North Cornwall that is tucked away in the woods of the River Camel Valley. St Tudy is a great place to start your trip to both the coast and the countryside. It's just over seven miles from Port Isaac and a few...
"1 Bed Apartment in Launceston" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 fold-down double bed situated in open plan studio - 1 shower room with shower and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave,...
"2 Bed Cottage in Boscastle" 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 and 1 twin - 1 bathroom - Electric oven and hob, combination microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing...
"Aaron's Cottage" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 9 guests in Cornwall. Three miles inland from the breathtaking North Cornwall Coast is the picturesque village of St Teath, whose focal point is a clock tower surrounded by pretty cottages made from the local Delabole slate. Sunday morning bells ring out from the...
"Crab Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cornwall. At one time the producer of the world’s best quality building and ornamental slate, this now sleepy village is just 2.5 miles from the high cliffs and dramatic scenery of the north Cornish coastline. Perfectly placed for walking the South West...
"Coach House Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Morwenstow is a rural hamlet set within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, approximately ten miles north of the coastal resort of Bude, complete with a well-respected pub. This breathtaking stretch of rugged coastline features...
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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.
