Cottages in Falmouth

Known for its sandy beaches, coastal paths and phenomenal seafood, this vibrant seaside town has much to offer travellers. You’ll discover its natural beauty in the harbour and at Fal Estuary. Amazing beaches like Swanpool plus interactive museums will keep you hopping. There are castles to explore and gardens to fill your senses as well. Delicious food, quaint boutique shopping, and cosy accommodations top off the experience for a weekend or summer holiday. So, pack your bags for an adventure. Falmouth won’t disappoint.

Just what your holiday needed, to kick off your trip with mesmerising ocean views, beautifully decorated interior design and photogenic architecture that screams Cornwall. These self-catering Falmouth cottages deliver everything needed for a fantastic stay near the sea, whether travelling with your better half or friends and family. Catch brilliant sunrises and sunsets from the balcony/terrace. Have yoga sessions in the garden. Wake up to incredible views of the sea, just outside your window. Your holiday starts as soon as you arrive!

Falmouth is known for its delightful beaches. Check out Swanpool for its relaxed shingle and sand beach with café, and crazy golf course. There’s also kayak hire and other watersports if you desire. Behind the beach is the Swanpool nature reserve to explore on another day out. Gyllyngvase Beach features golden sand and turquoise waters with fascinating rock pools to explore. After sunbathing you can stroll through the Queen Mary Gardens located behind the beach and discover some English culture.

If nature is your go-to place to feel alive, Swanvale Nature Reserve has much to offer. Designated as the crown jewel of Swanpool it’s also a Site of Special Scientific Interest due to its wildlife refuge for salt and freshwater species. Take your camera to capture the vast array of waterfowl, birds, and more. At Tregoniggie Woodland you’ll find a slice of paradise in the town centre worthy of a leisurely stroll through spectacular scenery and interesting wildlife. The Bickland Water stream meanders through The Greenbelt woodlands with ancient Alder, Oak, Hazel, Willow, and Ash including Tregoniggie Titan.

Falmouth is the water lover’s gold mine. You’ll find plenty of magic on the waterfront. Rent a boat at Falmouth Boat Hire and explore the coastline. Or take a dive with Cornish Diving School to explore the Castle Beach and Pendennis reef systems. Other popular pastimes include sailing, kite surfing, paddle boarding, and kayaking. Take a boat to the estuaries for prime fishing and bring home a trophy for your grill. Or just hang out and get a tan while watching the ships go by at one of the famous racing events. There’s so much to do you’ll be spoilt for choice.

This castle was built by Henry VIII to defend this important port from enemy attacks and during the two world wars it also played a prominent role in the defense of the region. This castle offers a tour that shows what life was like in this building throughout the centuries.

Located right next to the pier, is the elegant three-story National Maritime Museum, which has 12 galleries, an extensive library, nautical exhibits and interactive exhibits such as the simulated wind boat pool or its underwater windows, which allow you to immerse yourself in the naval history of the city.

The closest beach to the city centre is Gyllyngvase Beach, with its fine golden sand and crystal clear water; Its diversity of tourist offer made it the winner of the prestigious Blue Flag award, as it offers attractions for all tastes, from a luxury beach cafe, to garden paths that lead to the next nearest coast.

You can choose between going up and down or simply going down, it all depends on your physical condition as it is about 111 granite steps that take you directly to The Moor Square, the main square of Falmouth. On the tour you will have access to the most amazing panoramic views of the entire city. It is curious to clarify that the name of these stairs is not related to the bible, that is simply the name of the person who built these stairs.

By far the best place to go boating in all of Cornwall is Falmouth and it has a wide variety of destinations, activities and crafts to choose from. By boat you can explore the River Fal with all its picturesque route and turns, you can also take a ferry to St Mawes and Roseland or head out to sea in search of marine life. You can also stroll along the Helford River, which is just a few miles down the coast.

Falmouth is undoubtedly the home of naval festivals par excellence, as it is already considered as a maritime heritage of the city. The most important festival is one that takes place in August called Henri Lloyd Falmouth Week, centred on what is the largest sailing regatta in the Southwest; There are also festivals around Marian life such as the Falmouth Oyster Festival in October, which consists of a three-day display of Cornish seafood.

Just a 5 minutes walk from The Working Boat, you will find the picturesque streets of Falmouth, infused with a community spirit that fills the many venues, boutiques, cafes, restaurants, patisseries, and finally, to a variety of shops where you can buy your supplies, enjoy the beautiful streets, have lunch or have a delicious coffee on the way.