June 21, 2022Here in Cornwall, we’re not short of beautiful places to visit, rugged coastline to marvel at and wild countryside to explore. We’ve rounded up some of our favourite things to do and activities to try to help make the most of your summer holiday.
June 21, 2022Nothing says “serene” quite like a riverside abode. Glassy water views and tideline walks help to wash worries away, and for a touch of slow adventure, dreamy creeks and inlets can be explored up close on the water. Our tranquil riverside escapes in Cornwall are dotted from Pentire to the River Fal, and offer relaxation and beauty in abundance. Read on for a peek at some of our unique waterside homes and find your favourite…
March 9, 2022Spring in Cornwall is all about shaking off the winter blues a little earlier than most of the country. Of course, the milder weather and lighter evenings make it a perfect time to explore our beautiful county.Read more
January 21, 2022At Cornish Gems we have always loved Cornwall, the landscape, the coast, the culture and the people. We understand that loving Cornwall is not enough, we are pro- actively searching for ways across the business to reduce our impact on the planet.Read more
December 7, 2021This Christmas we once again look forward to welcoming visitors to enjoy the festive season with family and friends in our beautiful properties. For many people, locals and visitors, reducing their environmental impact has become an increasingly important priority. With that in mind we’ve put together a guide to some of the simple ways that you can have a sustainable Cornish Christmas.Read more
April 9, 2021Our incredible Extraordinary Gems collection showcases the best large holiday homes in Cornwall. From mid-summer gatherings with cliff-top hot tubs, to Yuletide celebrations in the grandest of dining rooms, read on to discover our top ten large holiday homes for gatherings.
Situated in breathtaking locations around Cornwall, our Extraordinary Gems pull out all the stops when it comes to luxury holidaying, featuring everything from cinema rooms to hot tubs, private beach access to serene wellness spas.
December 22, 2020Bursting with coastal heritage and charm, there are so many reasons to visit St Mawes and The Roseland. Sitting on Cornwall’s south coast, this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a haven for walkers, wildlife watchers and water sports lovers. While if winding down onboard a picturesque boat trip is more your thing, St Mawes is just the place.Read more
November 3, 2020From the pristinely manicured to the wild and wooded, Cornwall showcases a plethora of homes with beautiful gardens. With many of us falling back in love with our gardens and craving time in nature, we round up a handful of our Gems with beautiful gardens and extra-special outdoor space. So with alfresco dining, hot tub dipping and wildflower sniffing in mind, lets explore some of Cornwall’s most beautiful gardens…
October 29, 2019It’s not long until Christmas waves its wand over the county, so we’ve rounded up our favourite festive things to do in Cornwall at Christmas; whether you’re planning a cosy escape for two, or an exciting treat for the whole family, read on to gather ideas for your Christmas in Cornwall … Read more
August 13, 2019In July 2019, a team of seven Gems took up the Trekfest challenge, raising funds for our charity of the year, Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust. Trekking up to 50K, our team took on the undulating terrain of the Brecon Beacons and raised over £1600.Read more
June 12, 2019Map out your Cornish days with culture in mind … with such a rich heritage and bucket-loads of character, it couldn’t be easier to bring you Cornwall’s top six cultural spots. It seems that in Cornwall, every path, cliff and cove has a story to tell, so culture vultures are spoilt for choice. Read more
June 15, 2018Since its launch in March 2015, viewers of the popular BBC drama based on Winston Graham’s period novels, ‘Poldark’, have flocked to the West Country to follow in the footsteps of Ross and Demelza. Stay in luxury Poldark holiday cottages near all the filming action, walk the dramatic, rugged clifftops, soak up the breathtaking seascapes and explore our Cornish Heritage.
May 26, 2018We are delighted to team up with Cornish Michelin-starred chef Ben Tunnicliffe, to offer our guests an exclusive opportunity to create private dining experiences in our luxury holiday homes, what could be better than that? – read on to find out more.