Holiday flats and apartments are an ideal self contained, self catering accomodation option for couples, groups and families. Your own door key gives you true holiday independence to come and go as you please. Many holiday flats and apartments in Cornwall are to be found in the top seaside resorts such as Newquay, Bude, St Austell Bay and self catering holiday apartments in popular Looe in East Cornwall.
Many of Cornwall's harbours are undergoing modernisation or improvements and offer chic and contemporary harbour view apartments for rental. Find these in top Cornwall harbour and sailing locations such as Falmouth, Looe, Porthleven and Fowey, as well as north around the Padstow Bay area!
A fully equipped self-catering and self-contained apartment or holiday flat has many benefits as a self catering holiday choice. Benefits include independence, your own key to come and go as you please, and a home from home environment and atmosphere.
Holiday flats and apartments are usually equipped with modern kitchen facilities, utensils, tv, often videos, DVD players, and stereos, and of course all en-suite facilities, as well as household items such as washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave and so forth. Extra privacy and flexibility comes with this choice of holiday accommodation. No need to haul yourself up for breakfast at 7.30am. You make your own timetable.
Discover a selection of Cornwall self catering accommodation apartments and flats in most of the top Cornwall seaside resorts such as Looe, Newquay and in the Cornish Riviera around Gorran Haven and St Austell Bay. Many flats and apartments located in rural Cornwall may be parts of converted barns or farmhouses, with contemporary interiors and perfect for that romantic holiday in Cornwall. Many do offer short breaks, out of season particularly, and discounts for two persons staying in larger flats and apartments. Look to Newquay and Bude for chic and contemporary apartments often aimed at the younger surfing holiday maker!
If you're a business traveller choosing a self catering option, and plan to spend some time working in your holiday apartment or flat, check out issues like air conditioning in Summer. If you're using a laptop for long periods, with internet connection just check the hourly rate (this will be more applicable in apartments connected to hotels or B&B guesthouses).
Top tips for holiday flat and apartment accommodation include making sure you have adequate travel insurance to cover medical and personal belongings. You will be leaving your personal belongings in the apartment frequently, so insurance is a big issue to consider. Unlike hotels there is rarely safe deposit facilities and security is worth bearing in mind. Another extra bonus with apartments and holiday flats is that they often allow pets, although it's always worth double checking when booking. Some flats and apartments will have strict rules however pertaining to pets (which might make you wonder why they allow pets at all), so check on these as well!
Some apartments or flats may have proprietors living in adjacent properties or nearby, who will regularly liaise with you. Check you have the owners contact details should you experience any problems. Make sure you're clear on when to vacate the apartment or flat as late departures may result in being charged for an extra night's stay. If by any chance you have to stay longer, seek approval from the proprietor. Try not to leave the apartment in a mess! You may find yourself being sent a large cleaning bill! Also, finally it is advisable not to exceed the number of persons allowed in the apartment/accommodation. This may be against fire regulations and may result in the management refusing you access or charging extra.