RETREAT

If you’re seeking a place that consistently delivers beyond expectation, then go no further than St Michaels Resort in Falmouth. Turquoise blue water glitters for miles until it is ruled off by a hard, straight horizon, supporting ships waiting to enter Falmouth harbour. Gyllyngvase Beach, running round like a pale-yellow bow, sits beneath the point where I am standing on Cliff Road.

Cornwall holiday cottages now offer guests connective experiences. Old Lanwarnick has long been recognised for offering family oriented, dog-friendly accommodation that allows visitors to explore Cornwall beyond the usual tourist routes. Its story began in 1086, though its roots likely reach back further still. The estate earned its first mention in the Domesday Book – England’s pioneering census, commissioned by William the Conqueror to document the nation’s wealth.

It is something that cannot be bought, but is earned through consistency and time. Asteadfast business in the South West, independent and family-run St Austell Brewery has stood the test of time since 1851. From humble beginnings as a supplier of wines and spirits, St Austell Brewery has grown into an award-winning business spanning pubs, brewing and drinks wholesale, continually championing hospitality.

It is something that cannot be bought, but is earned through consistency and time. John Bray Cornish Holidays has been a trusted name in North Cornwall for over five decades, offering a truly local and personalised service that’s hard to match. With offices in both Rock and Port Isaac, their team lives and breathes the area, and therefore they are a willing component of the community. We take a closer look to find out how they achieve this.  

From snug shepherd huts to cosy country cottages, via relaxing retreats by the coast, an inviting array of holiday properties stands ready to be discovered. If the draw of the west has already caught you in its thrall, then Cornwall and Devon Hideaways should be the lifeline that you reach for to ensure that your stay in one of these two wonderful counties is near perfect.

Old-world charm meets modern luxury at one of Cornwall’s most enduring hotels. More than just a place to stay while visiting Cornwall, the Penventon offers an escape from the everyday, it’s a place where Georgian glamour marries contemporary elegance, dedicated to creating extraordinary experiences that blend the richness of the past with the comfort of the present; where artisanal dining and theatrical drinks come together with genuine hospitality and hard to match service.

Skybus, part of the Isles of Scilly Steamship Group, takes to the air, connecting Cornwall with the capital.

Finding sun, solace and serenity at St Moritz Hotel. The ‘Ladies that – indecision – spa’ WhatsApp group pings on my phone. It’s that time of year when we plan our annual weekend of pure indulgence. No husbands, no children, no work, no responsibility… other than for ourselves and a short shopping list that majors on prosecco.

A destination that boasts five-star comfort with the natural world right on its doorstep. Wooda Farm Holiday Park is a success story. Celebrating fifty years in business this year, Charlotte Veale, Director, offers an insight into how and why it has reached this milestone.

The family-owned Bay Hotel in Coverack forges its own path while remaining sensitive to its roots. Over time, the hotel has naturally evolved, refining its focus and rediscovering the values that make it special. As it moves forward into its centenary year, The Bay is embracing everything on its doorstep – its spectacular coastal setting, its sense of community and the people who make it unique.

For those visiting at this time of year, the Cornwall Hotel Collection offers a trio of historic Cornish landmarks that each hold their own distinct identity. Across coast at the Falmouth Hotel & Greenbank Hotel and city with The Alverton, from harbourside to oceanfront, their walls tell tales of eras past, of evolving tastes and enduring charm. Under the guidance of Managing Director Ben Young, the Collection continues to honour this legacy while shaping it for the modern tr

A place that plays host to tradition rather than the ephemeral dictates of fashion. The Nare Hotel welcomes guests in time-honoured fashion, exulting in its position above Carne Beach on Cornwall’s Roseland Peninsula.