Tintagel cottage holidays Holiday rentals - country and coastal cottages to rent in Tintagel
Tintagel sits on the North coast of Cornwall and is famous for its association with the legend of King Arthur and his Knights. Forklore has it that Tintagel castle was the home of King Arthur - well worth a guided tour.
In summer, like many Cornish resorts, Tintagel comes to life and is a bustling hive of activity. There are plenty of cafes, bars and fantastic seafood restaurants which is perfect when you are staying in a self catering cottage - you can sample the best that Tintagel has to offer.
There are also many fabulous beaches including Bossiney and Trebar which are popular with surfers. Castle Beach is more family friendly and safe for swimming. Away from the beaches, there are many attractions and other villages to explore such as Delabole and Boscastle and the pretty fishing village of Port Isaac.
| At a glance... | |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | 10+ |
| Bicycle and walking paths | ✔ |
| Coastal walks | ✔ |
| Fabulous beaches | ✔ |
| Family friendly | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Nearest beach | (1.6kms) |
| Nearest major airport | Exeter (106km) |
| Nearest train station | Bodmin Parkway |
Things to see and do in Tintagel
Tintagel and the surrounding area is full of interesting villages, dramatic coastline, fabulous beaches and countryside to explore.
| A few suggestions... | |
|---|---|
| Spend a day at Porthcothan Beach between Padstow and Newquay | ✔ |
| St Nectan's Glen | ✔ |
| Tintagel Castle | ✔ |
| Merlin's Cave | ✔ |
| Tintagel King Arthur Walk | ✔ |
Our view on Tintagel
Tintagel is the perfect touring base to discover the Cornish countryside, beaches, surf and heritage, the Tintagel bridge is worth a visit if you have a head for heights.
