Author: Horizon Cottages - December 30, 2021
Last updated: September 1, 2024
Whether you're holidaying in Cornwall with your family, friends, partner or alone, there's so much to do in this amazing county!
Bursting with character, Cornwall is a treasure trove of beautiful beaches, world-class attractions like The Eden Project, historic buildings and interesting attractions.
Come and explore Cornwall.
The Eden Project is an award-winning attraction located 2km from the town of St Blazey and 5km from the larger town of St Austell. It is home to the largest indoor rainforest in the World, extensive outdoor gardens and huge biomes filled with plants and nature.
Construction of The Eden Project started in 1998 on the site of a former clay mine which was transformed into an outstanding vistor attraction and important social enterprise. It opened officially on 17th March 2001 and welcomed 1.2m visitors in the first year.
In 2021 the Eden Project hosted the G7 leaders, Her Majesty The Queen, the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and 10 of the world's top business leaders.
It's impossible to think of Cornwall without thinking of the sea, beaches and surfing. Cornwall has over 400 miles of coastline, mostly occupied by high cliffs, but also featuring a variety of coves, bays and beaches - from buzzing Fistral Beach in Newquay to the little known sandy cove Pentire Steps.
Tintagel Castle is a medieval fortification located on the peninsula of Tintagel Island adjacent to the North Cornwall village of Tintagel.
Tintagel Castle has a long association with legends related to King Arthur. In the 12th century, Geoffrey of Monmouth described Tintagel as the place of Arthur's conception in his mythological account of British history, Historia Regum Britanniae.
Tintagel Castle has been a tourist destination since the mid-19th century. It is owned by Charles, Prince of Wales as part of the landholdings of the Duchy of Cornwall and the site is managed by English Heritage.
The Lost Gardens of Heligan are located near Mevagissey in Cornwall. The gardens are typical of the 19th century Gardenesque style with areas of different character and in different design styles, and possibly one of the few surviving examples of the first wave of gardenesque landscaping.
St Michael's Mount lies in the waters of Mount's Bay, off the coast of Marazion. An ancient tidal island, it's connected to the mainland by a cobbled causeway.
Marazion is a short bus ride from Penzance and easily accessible from Cornwall's main roads using the postcode TR17 0EG for satnav.
Boats will depart (and return to) the mainland by way of one of three landing points, depending on the height of the tide - Chapel Rock, Gwelva and Top Tieb.
St Michael's Mount is a tidal island, connected to the mainland by an ancient, cobbled causeway. It's possible to walk to the Island, using the causeway, at low tide.
These are just 5 things to do in Cornwall, and they are just the tip of the iceberg!
Cornwall is so many things to so many people. It's a county of sun, sea and sand. It's a county of great food. It's a county of family fun. It's a county to get away from it all. It's a county of contrasts. And above all, it's a county to fall in love with.
Come stay in a Cornwall holiday cottage and fall in love with Cornwall!
Whether you're seeking a romantic retreat, a family adventure, or a group getaway, our Cornwall cottages have something to offer everyone. From traditional stone cottages nestled in idyllic countryside to modern coastal apartments with breathtaking sea views, you'll find the perfect accommodation to suit your needs. Here are a section of holiday cottages in Cornwall.
Porthtowan (1.5mls NW), Cornwall
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