A frothy wave washes across a flat sandy beach.

Find My Favourite Holiday Cottages in Praa Sands

Holiday cottages in Praa Sands are located within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, famous for its towering cliffs, sweeping estuaries, hidden coves and mysterious moors. The seaside village lies between Helston and Penzance on the south coast of Cornwall. Once a centre for mining in the region, it is now a laid-back resort with a long, sandy beach backed by glorious countryside. The beach has several fascinating geological features, including a 1,300-year-old peat bed of the decaying forest. Just inland from the coast, Pengersick Castle dates back to the 16th century and is a favourite among ghost hunters who believe it contains Britain’s most haunted bedroom.

A single-storey timber lodge sits above a raised deck above a large, shrub-lined lawn
Palm Lodge
Praa Sands
Cornwall
England
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Palm Lodge, perfect for couples seeking a coastal getaway from the bustle of everyday life, lies just steps from the mile-long sandy beach in the resort village of Praa Sands, Cornwall, a romantic cottage featuring a palm tree mural, en-suite double bedroom, and patio with sun-loungers.

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Front entrance and patio to Praa-Sands holiday cottage fronted by a palm tree and shrubs.
Lighthouse in Praa Sands
Praa Sands
Cornwall
England
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Lighthouse is a true beachside getaway. The romantic holiday cottage on the shores of Praa Sands in Cornwall offers couples a cosy, light-filled escape with vibrant design features and impressive furnishings. The four-poster bed adds a touch of luxury, and the open-plan space enjoys ample windows.

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The beach will be a stroll away from your holiday cottage in Praa Sands. Stretching for roughly a mile between Hoe Point and Rinsey Head, it is a glorious spot for sunbathing, swimming and building sandcastles. Praa Sands is also a popular surf sport, particularly when large storms make the north coast too dangerous. Pop into the surf shop for advice on the best time to catch a few waves or equipment hire.

In the village centre overlooking the shore, there is a post office, a general store and The Sandbar, an excellent bar and restaurant with good food and stunning views along the coast. Self-catering holidays in Praa Sands are popular among visitors who want to explore the western tip of the Cornish peninsula. Directly to the village’s east, the Lizard Heritage Coast is home to secluded beaches and a dramatic stretch of the Southwest Coast Path. The historic port of Penzance and the pretty villages of Marazion, Mousehole and Newlyn lie to the west. And a short drive northward, St Ives is a lively town with a busy harbour and a maze of narrow streets packed with art galleries.