Seaside cottages in Land's End, Cornwall
Most British people are aware of Land's End and where it is because there is always someone walking, running or completing a challenge of some kind that takes from one iconic landmark to another from John O Groats in Scotland to Land's End in south west Cornwall.
When holidaymakers venture to Land's End, they discover a rocky coast with an offshore lighthouse perched atop of a string of rocks at sea, a winding coastal path, the new visitor centre and some very nice Cornish cottages to rent for a seaside break.
Although Land's End does not have its own beach, there are some magnificent beaches nearby. For example, Sennan Cove has a half moon of white sand set in a sheltered bay. There are plenty of other quiet unspoilt beaches in these remote reaches of Cornwall, all delightful for budget priced family self-catering seaside holidays.
Cornish holiday cottages are quite lovely. Many are year round holiday homes, often private homes that are let for selected weeks to defer the holiday home owner's expenses. They are furnished for comfort and one can expect them to be equipped with all necessary utensils for a good holiday in Cornwall.
Read about Land's End, Cornwall to find out more about this rocky peninsula.
Coastal holidays near Land's End
Cornwall was tin mining country in its hey day. Remnants of the tin mining industry still lie scattered across the coastal countryside near Land's End. A couple of the former mines have been developed into tourist attractions that explain the history of mining in Cornwall. These are under cover - useful places to visit on a rainy day.
For many people holidaying near Land's End, the biggest attractions are the beaches. Warm sunny days on the beach are a big attraction during the summer. The months of May and June can surprise us with sunny pleasant weather and are recommended for trips to Land's End. The narrow coastal roads can become clogged up with visitor traffic during the height of the season, best to avoid it if you can.
