Holiday rentals in Watergate Bay
Find and book unique accommodation on Airbnb
Top-rated holiday rentals in Watergate Bay
Guests agree: these stays are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.
The Hideaway, with parking & surfboard storage
The Hideaway is a light, modern, one bedroom detached property situated on the edge of the sleepy village of St Newlyn East...yet only 3 miles from the A30 & our local beach, & only 5 miles to the lively bustle of Newquay. The downstairs is open plan. Above is a mezzanine bedroom with a seating area providing wonderful views. The property offers non-smoking, self catering accommodation with its own south facing, private, courtyard garden, surfboard/suit storage & off-road parking for one car.
Foxes Cove, Porthcothan Bay by the beach
Porthcothan Retreats is located on the North Cornwall coastline next to the beautiful sandy beach in Porthcothan and located next to the south west coast path a few miles from Padstow. A small exclusive adults glamping retreat, tucked away in lush surroundings. We only have 4 unique cabins on site each sleeping 2 with their own private garden & own facilities. Foxes Cove is an adorable shepherds hut with its own separate kitchen & bathroom (sleeps2). Available for short stays all year round.
Brand New Cosy Garden Retreat in Newquay Cornwall
The Garden Retreat is a lovely, recently created space providing guests with their own private garden and seating, a comfy bedroom, including sofa area and ensuite with a large shower. We are in a fantastic location close to great amenities and a 5-10 min walk from 3 stunning beaches. It is part of our home, has it's own entrance and is separate to the main house. We will share a garden path and you may well see us out and about but we will leave you relaxed and peaceful to enjoy your own space
Studio for 2 on beautiful Cornish beach
Welcome to the Studio, a lovely self-contained annex with superb coastal location in the seaside village of Porthtowan & good access to the A30 and W. Cornwall. The Studio is attached to our home but has its own entrance, parking space & small private deck. Overlooking Porthtowan’s ‘Blue Flag’ award winning sandy beach & surfing destination, the beautiful SW coast path & many amenities are right on the doorstep, so no need to drive anywhere. It is the perfect base for a short break or holiday.
Mawgan Porth Home with a view of the beach (small)
Beach house situated behind the dunes of Mawgan Porth. One bedroom with a king-size bed and a large day bed in the entrance room. Would suit small family, couple or a small group of friends for a surf/walking trip. Stunning views from the upstairs open-plan living and kitchen area with balcony for alfresco dining. Ground level has a lovely decking area with an outdoor shower (cold water), a fridge for chilled outdoor drinks and a hammock for guest use. Perfect for surfing and beach activities.
Harbour's Rest - A Spacious One Bed Apartment
Welcome to Harbour's Rest! A luxurious self-contained apartment, set in a beautiful Victorian townhouse, a 2 min walk from Newquay Harbour and a 5min walk from Fistral Beach! We are dog friendly and your fur baby will be safe in our large enclosed garden. You will have access to: A large kitchen with a washer dryer and dishwasher. A large dining/living area with a 65" TV with access to Netflix, Amazon Prime, a BluRay player & PS4. Private Bathroom Secure Parking A restful stay awaits!
Romantic Country Cottage| Hot tub| Sauna
Your holiday matters! It's your lifeline to sanity, a chance to re-connect with the loved ones closest to you; it's a chance to relax, a chance to switch off and indeed a chance to experience the out of ordinary. Damson Cottage is the ultimate rustic retreat where hand crafted luxury meets country cottage. Hidden away in the rural countryside, with its own hot tub, sauna and massage/wellbeing therapist available this sanctuary will appeal to couples looking for a stay of pure self indulgence!
The Boathouse
The Boathouse is a brand new, self-contained one bedroom annex set within 4 acres of private gardens. It's a glorious rural retreat, perfectly situated just off the famous Helford River, between the popular villages of Port Navas and Mawnan Smith. The bustling seaside town of Falmouth is a 15 minute drive away. It's a great location for a range of activities - from country walks, kayaking, windsurfing, surfing, sailing, beaching, golf, spa days, or simply relaxing. The perfect getaway!
Towan Beach View - with Parking and Beach Hut
100 yards from the Towan beach and the vibrant town center, this hi spec apartment is the ultimate base to enjoy all that Newquay has to offer! Boasting 3 stylish bedrooms, 2 modern bathrooms, and a spacious open-plan living area. The first floor balcony has uninterrupted views of Towan Beach and Newquay Harbour. Also the bonus of a parking space at the rear and a free beach hut Perfect for couples and families, this retreat offers a residential setting whilst still close to the action.
Waves - Stylish Beachside Apartment, Watergate Bay
Just 100 metres from the golden sands and surf of Watergate Bay, Waves is a top-floor beach apartment with vaulted ceilings and light-filled coastal interiors. With private parking, lift access, and a dog-friendly welcome, you can arrive, park once, and forget the car. Step straight into beach life and enjoy surfing, walks along the South West Coast Path, or leisurely days on the sand, before ending the day with sunset dining at nearby restaurants and bars overlooking the Atlantic. ⸻
An 18th Century hidden gem, full of character
The Annex is a hidden gem nestled at the bottom of a private lane, surrounded by fields. Attached to the main family home but with its own entrance, the annex is very large with one bedroom, a kitchen, dining area, lounge, bathroom (located downstairs) and a well room! The house is nearly 300 years old and we’ve kept the decor light and spacious. There is ample room for two people or a small family. We have a large garden with lots of space and would love for you to enjoy it too.
Beach Apartment, Watergate Bay, Newquay
“Surf In Surf Out”. Watergate Bay is the perfect location for surfers, families and dog walkers. The flat is newly furnished and decorated, just a few steps from the bay. We love our family holiday home and would love to share it with others. Dogs welcome. Relax, run or walk the best coastal paths Cornwall has to offer, surf massive waves, eat at Wax or Emily Scott’s, drink cocktails in Cubs (beach hut) BBQ or picnic on the beach until the sun goes down. @watergatewaves
Popular amenities for Watergate Bay holiday rentals
Other great holiday rentals in Watergate Bay
Tintagel Castle, apartment with stunning sea views
Gwel an Heyl, Padstow - Sea view, fully refurbed
Kingsurf Apartment 🌊 Uninterrupted Ocean Views
Cliff-top Apartment in Newquay
Charming Cottage ideal for dog lovers & surf trips
Modern, relaxed beach house.
Heron's Hideaway - A romantic stay in St Ives
Ventontrissick|fenced gdn|woodburner|beach 10 min
All about Watergate Bay
Located on the north coast of Cornwall, Watergate Bay offers the sandy pleasures of a two-mile-long beach filled with surfers riding wild Atlantic waves. Locals come to frolic in the bay’s shallow waters year-round, while yogis stretch out on mats as brightly coloured as the beach umbrellas that dot the coastline. Come dusk, cars line up to watch the sunset from the clifftop before catching a film at the outdoor cinema. Most eateries offer ocean views, seasonal menus, and locally sourced ingredients. Pasties and other Cornwall classics, traditional English breakfasts, cream teas, and cocktails are widely available in Watergate Bay. And you’re within an hour of major attractions, such as the National Maritime Museum Cornwall and the Cornwall Aviation Heritage Centre.
What are the top things to do in Watergate Bay?
Coastal Walking Trails
The South West Coast Path offers hikes for walkers of all skill levels in this scenic area. A two-mile hike along the coast to Mawgan Porth gives sweeping views of the Atlantic, with Saxon ruins and a Tudor estate to spot along the way. You can also follow a 3.5-mile walk from Watergate Bay to Newquay that takes you past the blowhole at Porth Island and the beaches of Lusty Glaze and Tolcarne.
Wheal Coates
A half-hour drive south along the coast brings you to an iconic Cornish view — azure waters, frothy waves, and the stone ruins of a tin mine. The rounded chimney stack of Wheal Coates climbs high over the gorse and heather, where paths wind down to Chapel Porth and around the former mine buildings, which date back to 1802.
The Camel Trail
The Camel Trail is a 17-mile surfaced path, suitable for hikers, wheelchair users, and cyclists, which runs along a disused railway line from nearby Padstow to Wenford Bridge along woodlands and moors. Take in a section of the walk and you might spot a National Trust Victorian estate, Lanhydrock House and Gardens; a first-century Roman fort; and an award-winning vineyard, where you can sit and sip while admiring the rolling Cornwall countryside.