Spring on the Cornish coast
Welcome a new season by the Cornish coast.
Spring is when the coast around Looe and Polperro comes gently back to life. The mornings get brighter, the harbour busier, and the cliff paths turn green again after winter. It's a lovely time for a few days away — unhurried walks, a long lunch somewhere warm, and evenings settled back at a comfortable holiday home.
Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home at Granite Henge, Trelawne Cross, sit just outside Looe and a short drive from Polperro. Both are warm, self-catering retreats with two bedrooms and space for up to four guests — an easy base for couples and small families to enjoy South East Cornwall as the season turns. March and April are quiet and restorative; from May, the outdoor heated pool opens too.
Choose your spring retreat
Both at Granite Henge, both sleeping up to four, both self-catering with on-site parking. Pick the one that feels right for your few days away.
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 small families who like to settle in and take their time. Somewhere to come back to after a spring walk along the coast — and, from May, a heated outdoor pool on the doorstep for a swim before dinner.
- 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 exploring Looe, Polperro and the South East Cornwall coast through the spring. Easy to settle into and easy to come back to — and from May, the heated outdoor pool is there for a swim when you fancy one.
- Sleeps up to four.
- Two bedrooms.
- Self-catering accommodation.
- Peaceful setting.
- Easy access to the coast.
Harbours, coastal scenery and days out
Spring is made for being out in it — gentle mornings by the harbour, brighter walks along the coast, and easy days out across South East Cornwall.
Harbour mornings in Looe
Potter down to the harbour, watch the boats come and go, browse the little shops in East Looe, and find somewhere inviting for a coffee. A slow spring morning by the water is hard to beat.
Coastal walks
The South West Coast Path around Looe and Polperro is at its fresh, green best in spring. Check the weather and route conditions before you set out, keep to the marked paths, and wear suitable footwear. Find route ideas in our local area guide.
Days out in Polperro
Wander the lanes of the fishing village, call in at the harbour, and find a cosy pub for a long lunch. A gentle afternoon out, a short drive from Granite Henge — see more in our local area guide.
March and April escapes
Early spring is one of the quietest, most restorative times to be near the coast. The days are getting longer, the villages are calm, and the first warmth brings the cliffs and hedgerows back to life. It's a lovely time for unhurried walks, a long lunch somewhere warm, and evenings settled back at a comfortable holiday home — without the summer crowds.
The outdoor heated pool is closed throughout March and April — it opens on 1 May. Early-spring stays are all about the coast, the villages and a welcoming retreat to come back to.
May stays with the heated outdoor pool
From 1 May, the shared outdoor heated swimming pool at Granite Henge opens for the season — and a May break is one of the loveliest ways to use it. The days are longer, the garden is coming into bloom, and there's time for a swim and a relaxed afternoon before settling in for the evening. Guests at both Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home share the pool.
Pool season: open 1 May – 30 September.
The pool is closed throughout March and April and reopens on 1 May. It is shared between properties at Granite Henge and is seasonal, not available year-round. Neither Foxes Lair nor Hedgehogs Home has a private hot tub.
Plan your spring dates
Check live dates and prices for Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home and book directly with Granite Henge — no middleman, no hidden fees.
Spring breaks are subject to availability and seasonal minimum-stay requirements. Check your preferred dates for the options that apply.
A loose spring itinerary
A simple way to picture a few days — adapt it to the weather and your own pace.
- 1Arrive & settle in — unpack at Foxes Lair or Hedgehogs Home and pick up a few supplies on the way.
- 2A morning by the harbour — a wander around Looe, a coffee by the water, and the shops at your own pace.
- 3Out on the coast — if the weather allows, stretch your legs on the South West Coast Path; if it turns wet, potter around Polperro or warm up in a café.
- 4An evening in — from May, a swim in the heated pool before dinner; any time, a relaxed evening back at your retreat.
Foxes Lair — Woodland Hideaway
Granite Henge, Trelawne Cross, near Looe
Hedgehogs Home — Cosy Retreat
Granite Henge, Trelawne Cross, near Looe
Easter & May bank holidays
See what's on nearby over the spring holidays.
Days out & places to eat
Explore Looe, Polperro and South East Cornwall.
Prefer to talk it through? Call 01503 264869 and speak to Tina or Paul.
Spring break FAQs
Quick answers to help you plan a few spring days away near Looe.
When is spring at Granite Henge?
Spring runs from March through May at Granite Henge, Trelawne Cross, near Looe and Polperro. The coast comes back to life after winter — harbour mornings get brighter, the cliff paths turn green again, and from 1 May the outdoor heated pool opens for the season. Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home are both available for spring stays.
Is the swimming pool open in spring?
The shared outdoor heated swimming pool at Granite Henge opens on 1 May each year. It is closed throughout March and April. March and April stays are all about walks, harbour mornings and days out; May stays can add a swim to the mix. Check your dates in the live booking calendar to see what's available.
Is spring suitable for a couples' break?
Yes. Spring is a lovely, quieter time for a couples' few days away. The coast and villages are calmer than in summer, the walks are refreshing, and there's room to take it at your own pace. Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home each have two bedrooms and sleep up to four, so both work well for two.
What can families do near Looe?
Plenty — harbour strolls in Looe, wandering the lanes of Polperro, coastal walks along the South West Coast Path, and days out across South East Cornwall. Over the Easter holidays there's often more on locally. Our local guide lists places to eat, things to do and days out, and both retreats are a comfortable base to come back to.
Can we book a midweek spring stay?
Midweek and weekend spring breaks are often available outside the busiest periods, subject to live availability and the minimum-stay rules that apply at the time. Choose your dates in the live booking calendar to see the options for Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home.