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Stunning 2000 sq ft Azure, sea views Fistral Beach
Extremely large & luxurious 3 bedroom apartment with 1600 square feet (150m2) of internal living space on the 3rd floor of the prestigious Azure development on Headland Road Spectacular sea views over the iconic Fistral Beach & Newquay golf course, the UK's premier surfing and sandy beach. All the luxuries you’d expect on your holiday including two large balconies (with outdoor dining table, armchairs, sofas, loungers) underfloor heating, 55” TV, Nespresso coffee machine, Sonus speakers, WiFi
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews
⭐️Cosy 2 bedroom cottage with terrace on cliff edge
1 Cliff Cottage, Portloe is a recently renovated fisherman's cottage with a large terrace and spectacular views of the harbour and out to sea. The timeless village has been the setting for many films and TV dramas including About Time, Poldark and the Wild West. The South West Coast Path is right on your doorstep and St Mawes, Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan, Caerhays etc are all nearby. Alternatively decide to just relax, pour yourself a glass of wine and let the world turn a little!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews
Studio for 2 on beautiful Cornish beach
Welcome to the Studio, a lovely self-contained annex with superb coastal location in the seaside village of Porthtowan & good access to the A30 and W. Cornwall. The Studio is attached to our home but has its own entrance, parking space & small private deck. Overlooking Porthtowan’s ‘Blue Flag’ award winning sandy beach & surfing destination, the beautiful SW coast path & many amenities are right on the doorstep, so no need to drive anywhere. It is the perfect base for a short break or holiday.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 341 reviews
Romantic Ocean View Couples Retreat Cornwall
This stylish Cornwall Chalet is the perfect place to stay for a romantic getaway for 2 . The owners, have tenderly re-created a heavenly chalet after the original chalet from the 1930's was knocked down & rebuilt to this stunning standard by local craftsmen. Panoramic views over the ocean stretching as far as Rame Head ,Looe, Seaton & Downderry. Close to HMS Raleigh &Polhawn Fort. Miles of Whitsand Bay beach, simply relax & enjoy the panoramic views & ocean Their sister chalet is Seadrift
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews
On Amazing Spaces! Hot Tub, Log Burner & Sea Views
Breathtaking Luxury Cornish Cottage with Panoramic Sea & Harbour Views with Hot Tub - Featured on Channel 4's George Clarke's Amazing Spaces Situated on a beautiful bay where seals & dolphins are regularly spotted Less than 5 minutes walk to the local restaurants, bars, pubs, ice-cream shops & ancient Grade 2 listed Port showcasing exquisite tall ships and famous for the film set of Poldark & Alice In Wonderland This property is managed by Cornish Stays LTD - Property Name: Harbour Lights
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews
Beachfront Townhouse, Lovely Sea Views, Newquay
Huge glass windows frame sea views from almost every room of this elegant townhouse in Newquay. Within a few minutes walk you can be sunbathing on Newquay's Towan beach, eating in the harbourside restaurants or walking around the picturesque headland. After a day on the beach, indulge in the warm outdoor surf shower to rinse off the sand before retreating to your private rooftop balcony to enjoy the panoramic views, or tuck into plenty of alfresco dinners around the built in dining table.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
Unique and perfectly situated coastal retreat
Unwind and relax in this historic gem of a home. There has been a mill on this site since 1298 and in 2019 we completely refurbished the current 18th century milll to a very high standard to ensure a truly comfortable and magical getaway. You'll be surrounded by trees, bird song and the constant sound of running water and the sight of our resident heron by the waterfall. The Mill lies in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Daphne du Maurier country, on the Fowey estuary.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews
Waterfront Cottage - View Vacations
"View Vacations " welcomes you to our Waterfront Cottage - "The View". Situated in the the idyllic Cornish village of Calstock. It is nestled on the River Tamar - with beautiful views over the surrounding countryside. A spectacular haven for wildlife, dog friendly, and ideal for those who want a quiet relaxing getaway. There are stunning country walks, a huge array of activities, 2 excellent local pubs, a coffee shop, wetlands bird sanctuary & there is so much to see & do.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 243 reviews
Seaside Luxury Swiss Chalet, Best Ocean Sea Views
Proudly perched high on the crest of Looe Hill above Seaton beach is the truly unique luxury Bavarian/Swiss chalet fairy tale inspired property of Treglisson. The spectacular panoramic far reaching south coast sea views as you walk in take your breath away. Its peaceful position lets you unwind and recharge. It's magical up here watching the boats bobbing about on the open sea. Built with outstanding indoor/outdoor open plan luxury holiday living in mind.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
The Old Tea Hut
Luxury 3 bedroom cliff top cabin on the coast path with panoramic views across Whitsand Bay, moments from a beautiful sandy beach. Newly renovated with an open plan living area, well equipped kitchen and laundry room, the property sleeps six in 3 bedrooms plus a cot. Outside is a beautiful secluded garden with seating areas to enjoy the views and an outdoor shower. The property welcomes up to two dogs and the beach is dog friendly all year round.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
CLIFF EDGE apartment with stunning seaview
CLIFF EDGE -A Boutique Coastal Retreat Coastal 2-bedroom apartment with stunning panoramic sea views of Atlantic Ocean. Beautifully furnished and stylish apartment in a gorgeous cliff-side location, near the centre of Newquay. Perfectly located steps away from Tolcarne beach, a short walk to nearby beaches (Towan, Great Western, Lusty Glaze). Perfect base for families with children, walkers, surfers and business travellers.
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
Carrick View Harbourside Apartment
Gorgeous airy Georgian apartment in a Grade II listed mansion overlooking the harbour in the heart of beautiful Falmouth. Everything is within easy walking distance, so you won't need your car: Events Square and hundreds of great restaurants and shops are all minutes away! One small note, there is a beer garden nearby, it's rare, but there can be noise. Normally only an issue if you're trying to sleep with the windows open.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 461 reviewsPopular amenities for Cornwall waterfront rentals
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Lapwing - Apartment with stunning harbour view.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 366 reviews
Studio style apartment with beautiful views
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 176 reviews
Ocean Breeze Porthtowan
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 285 reviews
Ocean View Penthouse- Stunning Sea Views & Parking
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 196 reviews
The Blue Lugger St.Ives Harbour Side Apartment.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 379 reviews
Breathtaking Sea Views, Two minutes walk to Beach
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews
Apartment in Cornwall with Sea Views
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviews
Harbour Views 100m from the beach!
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 256 reviewsWaterfront house rentals

Beachy House. Stunning sandy estuary views.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews
Boutique 4 bed beach house with amazing sea views!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews
Bright & cosy home by the beach with lovely views
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
Luxury waterside wharf house 200m to beach
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews
Charlestown Cornwall amazing Sea view 2 bedroom
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews
Spectacular luxury waterfront house
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews
2022 Two Bedroom Cosy House In Central Hayle (5)
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 339 reviews
Beachside Home on SW coast path, Lizard Peninsula
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviewsWaterfront condo rentals

Outstanding views of Porthcurno Beach - sleeps 6
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
Huer's Lookout - cosy with breathtaking sea views
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews
Stunning 1 bed apartment overlooking Fistral beach
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 319 reviews
Gorgeous Perranporth Beach & Ocean Views, Cornwall
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 350 reviews
Beautiful apartment next to the Lido & Promenade
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews
Lucky No. 13 Sunrise to Sunset Luxury Apartment
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews
Stunning Sea View Apartment
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 186 reviews
Seashore Apartment - Beachfront - Porth - Newquay
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