Camelford cottages

Cottages in Camelford

The ancient town of Camelford is an ideal base for touring North Cornwall’s rugged coast or venturing out onto the unspoilt terrain of Bodmin Moor – the perfect spot for a quieter stay, where you can escape the Cornish summer crowds. Explore the coast and ancient villages of Boscastle and Tintagel or the pretty beaches of Bossiney and Trebarwith Strand. And of course, the surf of Newquay is not far away either.

If you’re a budding historian or just a bit of a romantic, the story which surrounds Camelford is bound to captivate; some believe that King Arthur and his Knights form part of the North Cornwall history, and that Camelford was once the famed 'Camelot'. The truth of this is lost in the mists of time, but there is strong evidence to suggest that the warrior king died in a bloody battle just outside Camelford, at the village of Slaughters Bridge. Arthur’s Tomb is marked by The Arthur Stone on the banks of the River Camel – we’ll leave it for you to decide if this holds any truth.

If the outdoors and activities are more your thing then head to the beaches for rock pooling, surfing and bodyboarding, or if you're happier on a bicycle then the 18-mile traffic-free Camel Trail offers limitless peddling freedom for you and the family. It’s perfect for little ones and grown-ups alike.

If escaping the crowds whilst still getting a dose of Cornwall’s charm is what you’re after, then search through our list of available properties in and around this historic town and start planning your South West holiday. For inspiration, discover our North Cornwall cottages collection, or check out our Boscastle properties or Tintagel holiday properties.