Rural Retreats was founded in 1985 with the aim of making the countryside more accessible for holidaymakers and giving them the best possible choice of holiday homes across the UK. Rural Retreats’ continuing success is based on excellent local knowledge and painstaking research, together with a flair for finding delightful and unusual properties. All of this has enabled us to build a portfolio of over 450 exceptionally fine holiday homes in stunningly beautiful locations, all available for you to rent. When you are looking for your own perfect holiday home, our experienced and helpful staff can help to point you to the property of your dreams. Whatever you want to ask about any of our properties, there will be someone on our staff who knows the cottage or apartment at first hand.

The largest of six former lighthouse keepers' cottages located on the southern-most tip of mainland Britain, Round Island is a four bedroom, dog friendly property with dazzling scenery and coastal walks right from the doorstep. The nearby village of Lizard provides shops, restaurants and a friendly pub only ¼ mile away.

Information correct at time of writing. The property is ideally situated within the Lizard Peninsular, ideal for places like St. Michael's Mount, St. Ives, Mousehole, Newlyn, Penzance and The Helford River. Visit the world famous Lands End. Enjoy a trip to the historic St Michael's Mount. For a great family day out visit the Tate St Ives. There are an abundance of small seaside towns with a wealth of teashops, cafes, independent shops and restaurants. Visit the English Heritage properties of St Mawes and Pendennis Castles. Visit the cathedral city of Truro. The seaside town of St Mawes. The bustling town of Falmouth. The port town of St Ives. The picturesque, fishing port of Padstow. The popular town of Newquay, famous for its surfing beaches. The Lizard is the most south-westerly point of the British mainland and is stunningly beautiful in all seasons; with its dramatic coastline, sandy beaches and hidden coves there is so much to explore and discover. No trip down south is complete without a stop at Kynance Cove; this unspoilt gem boasts a sandy beach and brilliantly clear turquoise water. The same coastline is also home to the stunning Mullion Cove; at low tide enjoy the beach and explore the caves, in high tide take time to wander around the historic harbour and picturesque Mullion harbour. Looking for a unique way to discover this rugged Cornish coastline? Spend a day coasteering with Lizard Adventure; expand your comfort zone and make unforgettable memories with friends and family. While at the Lizard Point don’t forget to visit the Lizard Light House Heritage Centre; the only climbable lighthouse in Cornwall. Soak in the local history while enjoying the stunning views. A short drive away you can find the Helford River. Enjoy a cruise along the river, kayak to Frenchman’s Creek, explore local beaches or head over to the Shipwright Arms for some local ale, great food and breath-taking views. Located at the head of the river is the charming Cornish...