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Barn Conversions in Cornwall

Barn Conversions in Cornwall

154 properties from £315/wk · Top-rated: Apple Cottage (★ 10)

Barn conversions are some of the most characterful holiday properties in Cornwall. Original stone walls, exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, and double-height living spaces give them an atmosphere that purpose-built cottages rarely match. Most Cornish barn conversions date from the 18th and 19th centuries, originally used for storing grain, hay, or housing livestock on farms across the county. The best conversions keep the agricultural character - slate floors, granite lintels, wooden trusses - while adding modern comforts like underfloor heating and contemporary kitchens.

Top-rated barn conversions

Hand-picked from 154 properties based on guest reviews and data quality.

Apple Cottage

Apple Cottage

10 (6) looe

Sleeps 2 · 3 bed · from £528/wk

Apple Cottage is a ground floor barn conversion with 3 bedrooms, parking and countryside views, located 3 miles from Looe.

Mawnan

Mawnan

10 (4) mawnan smith

Sleeps 2 · 1 bed · from £530/wk

One-bedroom barn at Tresooth rural complex with onsite pool, hot tubs, and sauna near Falmouth.

Sampson Barn

Sampson Barn

10 (8) praa sands

Sleeps 2 · 1 bed · from £539/wk

Super spacious, dog friendly barn conversion, all on one level near Praa Sands.

Apple Cottage barn 1

From

£528 /wk

Sleeps 2 3 beds 10 (6) 4.2km to Plaidy Beach

Apple Cottage is a ground floor barn conversion with 3 bedrooms, parking and countryside views, located 3 miles from Looe.

🅿️ Parking
Mawnan barn 2

Mawnan

mawnan smith

From

£530 /wk

Sleeps 2 1 bed 10 (4) 2.9km to Maenporth Beach

One-bedroom barn at Tresooth rural complex with onsite pool, hot tubs, and sauna near Falmouth.

🅿️ Parking
The Little Barn barn 4

The Little Barn

tintagel

From

£550 /wk

Sleeps 2 1 bed 10 (3) 2.1km to Bossiney Cove Beach

Charming romantic little barn sleeps two, parking for two cars and a small outside space to and relax, less than a mile from Tintagel.

🅿️ Parking
73 Upper Barn barn 6

73 Upper Barn

maenporth

From

£731 /wk

Sleeps 2 3 beds 10 (25) 0.3km to Maenporth Beach

Reverse-level barn in wooded grounds near Maenporth, 300m from the beach with indoor pool access and leisure facilities.

🅿️ Parking
Gare Barn barn 7

Gare Barn

veryan

From

£781 /wk

Sleeps 6 3 beds 10 (38) 5.2km to Pendower Beach

Gare Barn, a self-catering Pet Friendly property in the beautiful location of Probus near Veryan sleeping 6.

🅿️ Parking
Polgassic Mill barn 9

Polgassic Mill

polperro

From

£1051 /wk

Sleeps 2 4 beds 3 baths 10 (29) 2.2km to Lansallos Beach

Wonderful stone barn conversion, 4 bedrooms on three floors, 3 bath/shower rooms, wraparound enclosed garden with little stream running through. Rural setting, dog friendly parking for two cars.

🅿️ Parking
Landgreek Barn barn 10

Landgreek Barn

polperro

From

£1163 /wk

Sleeps 10 5 beds 10 (12) 2.8km to Lekerock Cove Beach

A tasteful barn conversion with large garden and parking, located on the outskirts of Polperro, and sleeps 10 guests.

🅿️ Parking
Pleydon Meadow barn 11

Pleydon Meadow

polperro

From

£1932 /wk

Sleeps 9 5 beds 10 (19) 1.1km to Lekerock Cove Beach

A large, beautiful barn conversion in Polperro with huge gardens and a games room. Pleydon Meadow sleeps 9 guests and 3 pets, along with onsite parking.

🅿️ Parking
Hay Barn barn 12

Hay Barn

wadebridge

From

£537 /wk

Sleeps 2 2 beds 8 (9) 8.6km to Daymer Bay Beach

Hay Barn, a self-catering inland holiday cottage in St Breock just outside of Wadebridge sleeping 5.

🅿️ Parking
Dragon Barn barn 14

Dragon Barn

tintagel

From

£679 /wk

Sleeps 2 2 beds 8 (11) 2.2km to Bossiney Cove Beach

Beautifully renovated barn sleeping 4 in two bedrooms, en-suite and family bathroom. Enclosed outside space with patio and dining garden furniture, parking up to two cars.

🅿️ Parking
Trewethan Barn barn 16

Trewethan Barn

tintagel

From

£1293 /wk

Sleeps 8 4 beds 8 (4) 2.2km to Bossiney Cove Beach

A magnificently renovated barn sleeps 8 in four bedrooms, enclosed garden with seating, less than a mile to Tintagel. Parking for up to 3 cars.

🅿️ Parking
Fountain Barn barn 18

Fountain Barn

st mellion

From

£399 /nt

Sleeps 2 1 bed 1 bath 5 (27) 18km to Whitsand Bay

One-bedroom barn near St Mellion, positioned between Bodmin Moor and Devon coast, 18km from Whitsand Bay.

📶 WiFi 🅿️ Parking 🌿 Garden
View details → Book direct ↗ via HolidayCottages.co.uk
Fountain Barn barn 19

Fountain Barn

st dominick

From

£399 /nt

Sleeps 2 1 bed 1 bath 5 (27) 18km to Whitsand Bay

Book Fountain Barn, a 1 bedroom holiday cottage in Lower Metherell, near Callington, Cornwall. Sleeps 2.

🐕 Dog friendly 📶 WiFi 🅿️ Parking 🌿 Garden
View details → Book direct ↗ via HolidayCottages.co.uk
Lane Barton Barn barn 21

From

£419 /wk

Sleeps 5 3 beds 3 baths 5 (35) 0.4km to Summerleaze Beach

Dog-friendly barn conversion in Bude with hot tub and garden. Close to North Devon and North Cornwall beaches, Clovelly village, and Tarka Trail cycling.

🐕 Dog friendly ♨️ Hot tub 📶 WiFi 🅿️ Parking 🌿 Garden
View details → Book direct ↗ via HolidayCottages.co.uk
Tregavone Barn barn 22

Tregavone Barn

padstow

From

£535 /nt

Sleeps 5 3 beds 1 bath 5 (18) 2.5km to Trevone Bay

Converted barn on 120-acre farm 2 miles from Padstow, with direct access to the Camel Trail and close to Trevone Bay.

🐕 Dog friendly 📶 WiFi 🅿️ Parking 🌿 Garden 🔥 Wood burner
View details → Book direct ↗ via HolidayCottages.co.uk
Gwels Efan Barn barn 24

Gwels Efan Barn

st issey

From

£630 /nt

Sleeps 2 1 bed 1 bath 5 (14) 6.3km to Trevone Bay

Stepping into this light-filled getaway you will find the spacious and inviting lounge which makes a delightful space to settle down in at the end of a wonderfu.

🐕 Dog friendly 📶 WiFi 🅿️ Parking 🌿 Garden
View details → Book direct ↗ via HolidayCottages.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are most barn conversions in Cornwall?
Barn conversions are concentrated in the farming heartland of mid and north Cornwall - the area between Bodmin, Wadebridge, and Padstow has a particularly high density. The countryside behind Falmouth and Truro also has many converted farm buildings. They tend to be rural rather than coastal, typically 10-20 minutes from the nearest beach.
Are barn conversions suitable for families with young children?
Many are, though the character features that make them appealing - stone stairs, mezzanine bedrooms, open staircases - can be a consideration with toddlers. Check listings for stair gates and child safety features. The upside is that barns typically have more space than equivalent cottages, plus enclosed courtyards or farmyard gardens.
Do barn conversions have modern amenities?
Yes. While the exterior and structural features are period, most barn conversions have been fully modernised inside. Expect contemporary kitchens, modern bathrooms, WiFi, central heating (often underfloor), and full insulation. Many also include wood burners, which complement the original stone and timber beautifully.

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