The Cornish coastline has so many spectacular sea views, many of which can be enjoyed from the comfort of self-catering holiday cottages by the sea. In this post we explore some of our favourites.

The town of Newquay is famous for its fantastic beaches and is considered to be the surfing capital of the UK, making it perfect for a summer holiday! It’s located on the North Atlantic coast of Cornwall, and is bound to the west by the River Gannel and its salt marsh.

If Cornwall is one of your favourite places to visit, you’re definitely not alone. The beautiful county is also a huge hit with those with four legs and a wagging tail. Thanks to the 250 miles of breath-taking coastline, Cornwall is considered to be one of the best places to spend time with your furry friend.

The village of St Agnes is considered to be the very essence of rural Cornwall; read more about this beautiful little village on the north Cornish coast.

Mothers' Day falls on 6th March this year, so make sure you plan a treat for your hard working mum! From Sunday lunches, to spring gardens, to a short break away in beautiful Cornwall, here are our suggestions for Mothering Sunday celebrations. And here at Duchy Holidays we're all mums so we know!

Incredible three night self-catering Valentine’s getaways from just £148, and FREE fizz and chocolates on arrival!