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.
"Northcott Hut" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Bude is a fabulous coastal town that once visited you will want to come back to time and time again. Bude has something for everyone, great beaches for relaxing, and building sandcastles on, rockpools for investigating at low tide and cafes to...
"Smugglers" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Nestled in the heavily wooded River Camel Valley is the pretty village of St Tudy in North Cornwall. Resting just over seven miles from the quaint fishing village of Port Isaac, and just a few miles from Bodmin Moor, St Tudy is a fantastic base...
"Destiny Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Settled along the scenic Cornish coast, is the charming village of Boscastle, which boasts an excellent selection of pubs and restaurants where you can sample fresh seafood, as well as quaint village shops and live entertainment throughout the...
"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...
"Inny Brook Cottage" 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...
"1 Bed Lodge in Near Boscastle" 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 bedroom - 1 shower room with walk-in rainfall shower and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and...
"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 king-size bed - 1 shower room with walk-in shower and WC - Electric oven/hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing...
"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 super-king-size bedroom - 1 double futon/sofa bed in the lounge available on request for up to two additional adults or children -...
"Beach Hut" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. This village and civil parish lies on the north coast of Cornwall in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with plenty to see and do in the surrounding area. Tintagel, home of the legendary King Arthur’s Castle, is a popular tourist...
"1 Bed Cottage in Tresmeer" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 double bedroom - 1 shower room with WC - Electric oven and ceramic hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave - Smart TV in lounge - Spacious patio...
"1 Bed Cottage in Treneglos" 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 4'6’’ double bed - 1 shower room with a shower and WC - 2-ring gas hob, fridge - Welcome pack - Private deck...
"Lower West Curry Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. The town of Launceston, situated on the Devon and Cornwall border, has wonderful architecture and is dominated by the ruins of a Norman castle sitting high above the town. Visit the Tamar Otter Park just 3 miles away or take a trip on the steam...
"Moor View Chapel" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cornwall. The market town of Camelford is close to Cornwall's north coast Bodmin Moor. The South West Coast Path offers scenic walking and the surrounding villages boast country inns and restaurants. The nearest beach is Trebarwith Strand around five...
"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....
"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 Treneglos" 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 - 4'6 double bed - External shower room - shower and WC - Small kitchenette with 2 ring gas hob and small sink,...
"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...
"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...
"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 double bedroom - 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC - Electric oven and hob, washing machine, fridge/freezer,...
"Puddle Duck Shepherds Hut" 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...
"The North Wing at Trevigue, Crackington Haven" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Nestled down just off the South West coast path, The North Wing of this beautiful historic farmhouse is the perfect retreat for a peaceful breakaway, soaking up the summer rays in the private east-facing courtyard; the ideal spot to catch the...
"Groom Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. On the North coast of Cornwall, close to the border with Devon, Bude is a popular resort, with famous beaches attracting surfers throughout the year. Miles of golden sand await, with rockpools and a seawater swimming pool, as well as a golf...
"The Granary" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 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...
"The Wagon" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. The Wagon is a cosy one-bedroom cottage tucked away in the North Cornwall countryside, perfect for couples looking to slow down and unwind. Once the farm’s old cart shed, it has been beautifully converted with exposed stone walls, oak beams, a...
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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.
