Cornwall holiday cottages are situated at the edge of southwestern England. Cornwall is home to exiting array of sights and sounds that will suit even the most demanding traveler. It dates back to the pre-Roman era and was well known for its mineral exports, especially tin. The area has always been important and bared witness to some of the most pivotal moments in English history. Following the decline of its traditional industries such as mining and fishing, Cornwall has invested a lot in tourism. It benefits from the amazing coastline and the beautiful moorland landscape. Both the north coast and the southern coast feature stunning cliffs and beautiful beaches. However, the southern coast is more sheltered and relatively calmer; hence, it is sometimes called the English Riviera. The inland areas offers amazing views of the countryside and includes interesting geographical features such as the Lizard Peninsula, which is one of Britain’s only examples of an ophiolite. The climate here can be described as a temperate Oceanic Climate, featuring warm and sunny summers and relatively mild winters. In fact, the climate in Cornwall is certainly the sunniest in the entire UK. Cornwall is also home to one of the most important terrestrial and marine eco-systems in the country, and is perfect for getting in touch with nature.
Cornwall gives visitors a different experience depending on where they are. The coastal areas offer some of the best Cornwall holiday cottages and beaches in the UK such as Bude, Fistral Beach, St Agnes and Weatergate Bay. Naturally, the area is perfect for a vast array of water activities, especially surfing and sailing. Cornwall also has a proud history of visual arts and literature and offers an exciting insight into contemporary arts scene. The area is also has rich musical heritage and features many male choirs and over 40 brass bands. Cornwall is also home to plenty of festivals including Perranporth’s Lowender Peran Folk Festival. When it comes to sports, Cornwall has a healthy tradition of football, cricket, ruby and various traditional sports. While its contribution to national sport is relatively little, you can still witness some amazing games.
Cornwall is also features mouth-watering cuisine, which mainly consists of seafood. As a result, there are now numerous high-end restaurants in the area. One of its most famous seafood dishes is the Stargazy pie. However, Cornwall is not only known for its amazing seafood, it also features excellent local deserts including Saffron cake, Cornish Heavy Cake and Whortleberry pie. In fact, EU law protects one of its most prized exports, Cornish Clotted cream.
Cornwall is an amazing location to rent a cottage. The wonderful coastline and the serene inlands offer spectacular views and an amazing atmosphere. In addition, cottages usually come with fully equipped kitchens, entertainment systems and various other luxury items. Therefore, you can benefit from the best of both worlds. There is a wide range of Cornwall holiday cottages available depending on your needs, ranging from humble fisherman’s cottages to more luxurious cottages. When you make plans for renting a cottage, always inquire on the items that will be available at the cottage and the items that you will need to bring along. If possible, check out pictures and information beforehand.