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Holiday Homes in Falmouth

Holiday Homes in Falmouth

Discover the ultimate escape to the charming coastal town of Falmouth. Immerse yourself in the local culture and experience the culture and coastline of Falmouth by staying in one of its best holiday cottages. From cozy seaside retreats to spacious family-friendly properties, we’ve got you covered with a list of the top holiday cottages in Falmouth. Whether you’re seeking peace and tranquility or a fun-filled family adventure, our curated selection is guaranteed to provide the perfect home away from home. So, get ready to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and indulge in the ultimate holiday experience in Falmouth!

Falmouth is Cornwall’s largest town on the south coast and one of the deepest natural harbours in the world. It combines working maritime heritage with a lively arts and food scene, beautiful beaches, and year-round events including the famous Falmouth Oyster Festival in October.

Why Falmouth for a holiday home

Falmouth offers something many Cornish towns don’t: genuine year-round life. The university, working docks, and strong local community mean it doesn’t shut down outside summer. A holiday home here puts you within walking distance of restaurants, galleries, beaches, and boat trips.

Beaches near Falmouth

  • Gyllyngvase — the main town beach, south-facing, sheltered, lifeguarded in summer
  • Swanpool — small, quiet, nature reserve nearby
  • Maenporth — family-friendly, slightly out of town, good snorkelling
  • Castle Beach — tucked below Pendennis Castle, scenic and sheltered

Things to do

  • National Maritime Museum — interactive exhibits on Cornwall’s seafaring heritage
  • Pendennis Castle — Henry VIII fortress with panoramic harbour views
  • Boat trips — river cruises up the Fal to Truro, or sea trips to the Helford River
  • Falmouth Art Gallery — free entry, rotating exhibitions
  • The Poly — independent cinema and arts venue

Our Picks

Anchors Aweigh

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This 3 bedroom holiday home used to be part of the original Ferry Boat Inn which dates back the 16th century. The living area was actually the dining area and there are still some of the original features such as the fire place. The open plan living and dining space is beautifully designed and the outlook of the property has an incredible view over the River Helford. There is a patio outside for you to enjoy and watch the boats go by. The location of this beautiful property is wonderful. The view speaks for itself and you are well positioned to explore the South coast. There is plenty to do on site including kayaking and a heated swimming pool, suitable for children. The Ferry Inn is on your doorstep so you don’t have to go far but there also some fab options nearby for exploring such as Falmouth.

Crags 26 Bayview Cottage

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This 3 bedroom cottage is perfect for a group of friends or large family to enjoy a holiday by the sea in Cornwall. The cottage itself is part of a resort that overlooks Maenporth Beach. The house has a master bedroom with an en-suite as well as 2 further bedrooms and therefore comfortably sleeps 6 guests. The living space is open plan and has a beautiful kitchen and dining area. There is a private outdoor terrace too with a BBQ that you have private use of. Maenporth beach is a gorgeous beach which is a stones throw away. Falmouth is around the corner with its range of bars, restaurants, and shops. The resort also has an indoor swimming pool and jacuzzi that you will have access to throughout your stay.

88 Keepers Barn

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This is a brilliant family holiday home that really feels like a home away from home. The house has 3 bedrooms and sleeps up to 5 guests. There is a spacious open plan living space including kitchen and dining area as well as living area. There is also a secluded garden with a built in patio, perfect for those summer nights and dining outside. The resort in which this beautiful house is located is overlooking the cove in Maeporth which is a quiet cove just up the coast from Falmouth. The facilities on site include play area, games room, pool and hot tub. There is plenty more to do as well in Falmouth, bars, restaurants and shops as well as water sports and boat trips. A fabulous location for a family holiday.

73 Upper Barn

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This quirky upside down house is a fantastic place for a getaway with family or friends. There are 3 bedrooms on the ground flor as well as a family bathroom and an en-suite. The upstairs is open plan and is a beautiful space to spend that quality time together. There are patio doors going outside on to the patio and garden space too with dining table and chairs, ideal for eating outside or enjoying a glass of wine in the summer sun. The location is excellent — the resort sits at Maenporth, a sheltered south-facing bay with clear water and rock pools. Maenporth is also close to the fantastic town of Falmouth. Falmouth has everything you could want, shops, bars, restaurants as well as boats and water sports and beaches.

55 Upper Maen Cottage

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This lovely 3 bedroom family holiday home is situated in a resort near Maenporth Bay. There is a large family bathroom upstairs as well as a shower room downstairs. The living space is open plan, perfect for spending time together as a family. There is a private patio are and garden too. The resort that this house is on also benefits from a swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi available for you to use. There is also a children’s play area and a games room. The location is perfect for a family holiday too. The resort is overlooking a beautiful bay and close to the sea. You are also close to Falmouth, which has a lively food, arts, and sailing scene.

44 Upper Stables

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This is the perfect holiday home for a family getaway. 44 Upper Stables is on the Maenporth resort and has access to a swimming pool and jacuzzi as well as a games room, so plenty to keep the family entertained. The beach is just a few minutes walk away too so you can spend all day exploring the coastline and playing in the sea. Falmouth is just around the corner too so you have the fantastic restaurants, shops and bars close by too. The house itself has 3 bedrooms and can sleep up to 5 guests. The open plan living space is great for family time and the kitchen has all you will need to be able to cook for yourselves if that is what you would prefer to do. The kitchen also has a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. There is an enclosed private terrace outside too and you can even dine alfresco if the weather lets you. Highly recommended for a family holiday.

4 Coastguard Cottage

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This delightful property dates back to the 19th century and was the residence of the ships skipper who was appointed to prevent smuggling. This charming cottage has 3 bedrooms and sleeps up to 6 people so is perfect for a family holiday or a large group of friends. The kitchen is equipped with everything you will need including washing machine and tumble dryer. The location is amazing, you are literally a stones throw from the beach so the views are incredible. There is a local pub within walking distance too. On the grounds of Coastguard cottage there is a child friendly outdoor heated swimming pool. The location is brilliant for trying your hand at water sports too. You can hire kayaks and paddle boards to get out on the water.

La Mouette

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This holiday home is just beautiful. The views over Falmouth Harbour are incredible and you can view them from the bedroom, the lounge and the terrace. The lounge has plenty of seating and patio doors leading out to the garden where you can dine or simply enjoy a glass of wine whilst taking in the fantastic views. This property has 3 bedrooms and sleeps up to 6 people. The house is gated so you can shut the gate and have your own private space to enjoy, perfect for families. The house is near the centre of Falmouth but not right in the centre, so you can choose whether to be involved with the activities of Falmouth or just enjoy your own piece if it. Falmouth is a very popular location because it has something or everyone, bars, restaurants and shops. Also there are plenty of water sports and beaches to enjoy in the area, so a great location for a family holiday.

Birch Cottage

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This well presented cottage is just a short walk from Swanpool and Maenporth beaches and is only 2 miles away from the centre of Falmouth so a fantastic place to be able to have beach days but also also to have all the wonderful things in Falmouth on your doorstep. This beautiful cottage sleeps up to 6 guests and has 3 bedrooms. They also accept dogs here so you can bring the whole family. The kitchen is equipped with everything you may need including dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. You also have the choice of eating out at one of Falmouth‘s brilliant restaurants or cooking at home. Birch Cottage is one of 5 cottages in this complex so it is a small complex. Falmouth is one of the most popular town’s in Cornwall because of its lively days or nights out as well as its marina, harbourside, and south coast beaches. A fabulous location for a family holiday or a small group of friends.

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