Festive Cornwall
Christmas time in Cornwall.
There's a particular kind of calm that settles over the Cornish coast at Christmas. The harbour lights in Looe twinkle against the winter sky, the shops put on their festive windows, and the pace of everyday life slows right down. A few days away from the usual routine — with time for a bracing walk, a long lunch somewhere warm, and a relaxed evening back at your holiday home — can feel like a proper escape.
Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home at Granite Henge, Trelawne Cross, sit a short drive from Looe and Polperro. Both are warm, self-catering retreats with two bedrooms and space for up to four, so you can settle in, cook when you like, and come and go at your own pace over the festive days.
A fresh start
A New Year escape near Looe.
Seeing in the New Year somewhere different has its own appeal. A quiet evening at Granite Henge, a walk along the coast path on the first morning of the year, and a gentle start to January without the usual rush. Looe and Polperro are quieter at this time — the lanes and harbour feel yours to wander, and a cosy retreat waits at the end of the day.
The pool is closed over the festive period
The shared outdoor heated swimming pool at Granite Henge is seasonal and open from 1 May to 30 September. It is closed throughout Christmas and New Year, so festive stays are all about the coast, the villages and a comfortable place to come back to.
Choose your festive accommodation
Both at Granite Henge, both sleeping up to four, both self-catering with on-site parking. Pick the one that feels right for your Christmas or New Year break.
Foxes Lair
Foxes Lair — Your Woodland Hideaway
Granite Henge, Trelawne Cross, near Looe
A warm, characterful base with woodland views, Foxes Lair suits couples or a small family spending Christmas or New Year together. Somewhere to come back to after a winter walk along the coast and a relaxed evening in.
- Sleeps up to four.
- Two bedrooms.
- Self-catering accommodation.
- On-site parking.
- Woodland views.
Hedgehogs Home
Hedgehogs Home — Your Cosy Cornish Retreat
Granite Henge, Trelawne Cross, near Looe
A comfortable, welcoming retreat in peaceful surroundings, Hedgehogs Home is a relaxed base for a festive break exploring Looe, Polperro and the South East Cornwall coast. Easy to settle into and easy to come back to.
- Sleeps up to four.
- Two bedrooms.
- Self-catering accommodation.
- Peaceful setting.
- Easy access to the coast.
Plan your festive days
Plan your festive days
A few ideas for making the most of a Christmas or New Year break near Looe — all within easy reach of Granite Henge.
Harbour lights in Looe
Looe's harbour and town are quieter over the festive period but still open for a wander. Browse the shops, find a warm café, and enjoy the harbour without the summer crowds.
A bracing coastal walk
The South West Coast Path around Looe and Polperro is quiet and beautiful in winter. Check the weather and route conditions before you set out, and keep to the marked paths.
Cosy evenings in
Stock up on the way back, settle into your self-catering retreat, and let the evening unwind at its own pace. Both properties have everything you need for a comfortable festive stay. Find more ideas in our local area guide.
Check Christmas and New Year availability
Check live dates and prices for Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home and book directly with Granite Henge — no middleman, no hidden fees.
Festive stays are subject to availability and seasonal minimum-stay requirements. Check your preferred dates for the options that apply.
Foxes Lair — Woodland Hideaway
Granite Henge, Trelawne Cross, near Looe
Hedgehogs Home — Cosy Retreat
Granite Henge, Trelawne Cross, near Looe
Prefer to talk it through? Call 01503 264869 and speak to Tina or Paul.
Christmas & New Year FAQs
Quick answers to help you plan a festive stay near Looe.
Can we stay over Christmas?
Yes — Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home at Granite Henge are available for Christmas stays, subject to live availability and the minimum-stay requirements that apply to your chosen dates. Check the live booking calendar to see what's open over the Christmas period.
Are New Year stays available?
New Year stays are subject to the same live availability and minimum-stay rules as the rest of the festive period. Choose your dates in the booking calendar to see the options for Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home.
How many people can stay?
Each property has two bedrooms and sleeps up to four guests, making them a comfortable base for a family or small group over the festive season.
Is the swimming pool open?
No. The shared outdoor heated swimming pool at Granite Henge is seasonal and open from 1 May to 30 September. It is closed throughout the Christmas and New Year period.
What are the festive minimum stays?
Minimum stays over Christmas and New Year depend on the dates you select and the rules configured in the booking system at the time. The live calendar shows the applicable minimum stay for each available period — check your preferred dates for the requirements that apply.