Outlaw’s Guest House, Port Isaac
Renowned chef, Nathan Outlaw, is opening his first guest house in early summer, perched high on the clifftop above the fishing village of Port Isaac. With just eight rooms – some with Atlantic views – expect an intimate feel from this renovated Victorian seaside house. A two-night stay includes breakfast and dinner at Outlaw’s Fish Kitchen and Outlaw’s New Road. Complimentary afternoon baked treats will help guests refuel after the steep climb up from the village (where they are currently filming the final TV series of Doc Martin). Two-night packages from £845 for two, including dinner and breakfast, outlaws.co.uk
Wilderness Kitchen, St Agnes
This double shepherd’s hut sits on the outskirts of the seaside town of St Agnes. A surprisingly spacious bolthole, it sleeps four across two bedrooms, plus there’s a single bunk for a small child. Guests will be able to spot constellations through the skylight in the master bedroom. Soak in the wood-fired hot tub after a bracing swim off the beach, just a few minutes away on foot, or fire up the barbecue under the twinkling string lights. Owner Justine is happy to provide a locally sourced breakfast – of croissants, jam and sourdough bread – for a small fee. From £180 per night, canopyandstars.co.uk
The Salisbury (Photo: Layton Bennett)
The Salisbury, Ladock
Self-catering portal Cornish Gems has added new properties to its books this year, including The Salisbury, a colorful barn conversion with its own sauna overlooking rolling fields, six miles northeast of Truro. A king-sized master bedroom, decked out with luxurious Cream Cornwall fabrics, plus a snug bunk room, makes up the offering. The A30 is a five-minute drive away, connecting guests with the windswept north Cornwall coast, while historic Charlestown Harbor is 30-minutes south. Dogs are welcome. A week’s rental starts at £607 for four, cornishgems.com
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Pigscombe Piglet, Looe
Forget traffic jams and crowded beaches, solitude can be found in east Cornwall, nicknamed the “forgotten corner” – even in high season. This exclusive hire site near Looe is ready for its first full season, featuring an octagonal Hobbit-style cabin, primed for couples, while the neighboring shepherd’s hut can comfortably sleep a family of four. Iron bed frames, upcycled furniture and vintage teapots add to the charm. Owners Ian and Philippa offer fresh bread weekly, as well as surplus vegetables from their kitchen garden in summer. Cabin and hut from £270 for three nights, coolcamping.com
Retallack Resort & Spa, St Columb Major
Five-star holiday resort Retallack is adding 67 new luxury boutique barns, ready from spring. Ranging from two- to six-bedrooms, they are aimed at large groups and families with open-plan kitchen living areas; some come with a private hot tub on the deck outside. Active types will love the onsite inflatable volleyball court and FlowRider surf simulator, while the decadent ESYA Spa will satisfy on rainy days. Padstow, home to Rick Stein’s renowned restaurants, is just eight miles away by car. Two-bedroom barns from £598 per week, ariaresorts.co.uk
Hotel Vara, Truro
Formerly the Merchant House Hotel, the new Hotel Vara opened in February with a fresh look. Think Scandinavian minimalism with white wooden floors, mid-century furniture and bold abstract prints. Its city center location – five minutes’ walk from Lemon Street – is a real draw, plus remote workers can take advantage of the cozy Canvas Room workspace. Breakfast and coffee are available during the day and nightcaps are served in the Ink Bar until 10pm on weekdays. Complimentary onsite parking is a welcome perk in this part of Truro. Doubles from £89, hotelvara.co.uk
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Honeydown, Hatherleigh
Get back to nature in these space-style pods. The architect-designed “truffles” (named after their fungal appearance) sit within 15 acres of quiet woodland near Okehampton. Each one has a log-burning stove and indoor hammock, as well as a covered outdoor kitchen with its own pizza oven and barbecue. Huddle around the fire pit after dark with a hot toddy and listen out for hooting owls. Perfect for a weekend off grid. Cabins for two adults and two children from £105 per night, canopyandstars.co.uk
Navajo Trailer & Bar, Dartmoor National Park
Embrace the Californian feel of this 1950s Airstream caravan, plonked in the heart of Dartmoor. Inside are geometric print rugs, chunky wooden furniture and a Smeg fridge in the trailer bar, ready to mix up a margarita or two. A cabin-style double bed with a freestanding copper tub, overlooking the rugged moorland, completes the picture. From £90 per night, kiphideaways.com
Beacon Cottage, Braunton
This pretty, two-bedroom thatched cottage has a quintessential British seaside feel, decorated with striped fabrics, hurricane lanterns and colorful bunting. Kick off your hiking boots and warm up by the inglenook fireplace. Outside, highlights include a hot tub looking towards the River Taw, plus a heated pavilion with a wine fridge for sundowners. Take advantage of the prime location, close to surf beach Saunton Sands and cycle-friendly Tarka Trail. A week’s rental starts at £538 for four, holidaycottages.co.uk
Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping, Littlehempston
Camping site Pitchup.com is rolling out this new glamping alpaca farm in April. Retro trailers include bifold doors which slide open to reveal bucolic views of the south Devon countryside. Join a guided alpaca trek, followed by a proper cream tea on the terrace. Watch out, your new South American friend may want a nibble of your scone from over the fence. Hear that? Silence – it’s an adults-only campsite, after all. Totnes is five minutes away by car, while South Hams beaches can be reached in 20 minutes. Trailers from £195 for three nights, pitchup.com