Winter on the Cornish coast
Make time for a winter escape.
Winter is one of the most underrated times to be near the coast. The crowds have gone home, the harbour is quiet, and the light along the shore has a softness you don't get at any other time of year. A few days away can feel like a proper reset — bracing 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 who want to explore South East Cornwall at a gentler pace between November and February.
Two welcoming bases near Looe and Polperro
Both at Granite Henge, both sleeping up to four, both self-catering with on-site parking. Pick the one that feels right for your winter 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 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 exploring Looe, Polperro and the South East Cornwall coast through the quieter winter months. 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.
Build your winter days around what you enjoy
There's no need to fill every hour. A winter break here is about doing as much or as little as you like — and having a warm, welcoming place to come back to.
Take it at your own pace
Sleep in, potter down to the harbour, or head out for a walk and see where the morning takes you. Winter days in Cornwall are for doing things on your own time.
Warm up somewhere cosy
Looe and Polperro have cafés, pubs and restaurants open through the winter. Find a window seat, order something hot, and watch the weather roll in.
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 winter stay.
Places to explore when the weather changes
The coast and villages are still lovely in winter — just dress for the season and check conditions before you head out.
Coastal walks
The South West Coast Path around Looe and Polperro is quiet and bracing in winter. Always check the weather forecast and route conditions before setting out, wear suitable footwear, and keep to the marked paths. Find route ideas in our local area guide.
Looe & Polperro
Looe's harbour, shops and cafés stay open through the winter, and Polperro's lanes are at their quietest. A gentle day out is never far away — see more in our local area guide.
About the pool in winter
The shared outdoor heated swimming pool at Granite Henge is closed in winter. It's open from 1 May to 30 September each year. Winter breaks are all about the coast, the villages and a cosy retreat to come back to — not the pool.
A simple winter itinerary
A few days, your way
A loose idea of how a winter break at Granite Henge might unfold — adapt it to the weather and your own pace.
Arrive & settle in
Arrive at Foxes Lair or Hedgehogs Home, unpack, and get your bearings. Pick up a few supplies on the way and settle in for a relaxed first evening.
A morning by the harbour
Head down to Looe for a wander around the harbour and the town. Grab a coffee, browse the shops, and let the morning drift at its own pace.
A coastal walk
If the weather allows, stretch your legs on a stretch of the South West Coast Path. Check the forecast and route conditions first, and keep to the marked paths.
A softer afternoon
If it turns wet, potter around Polperro's lanes, find a cosy pub for a long lunch, or simply head back to your retreat and enjoy a quiet afternoon in.
Check your winter dates
Check live dates and prices for Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home and book directly with Granite Henge — no middleman, no hidden fees.
Winter breaks 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
Christmas & New Year
See festive dates and what's on nearby.
Staying longer?
See our out-of-season long stays and winter lets.
Prefer to talk it through? Call 01503 264869 and speak to Tina or Paul.
Winter break FAQs
Quick answers to help you plan a winter few days away near Looe.
Can I stay at Granite Henge in winter?
Yes — Foxes Lair and Hedgehogs Home are warm, self-catering holiday homes available for winter stays from November through February. Both sleep up to four with two bedrooms and on-site parking. Check your preferred dates in the live booking calendar to see what's open.
Is the pool open in winter?
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 winter months, so winter breaks are all about walks, harbour visits, cosy evenings in and time away from the everyday routine.
What can we do around Looe in winter?
Plenty. Looe's harbour and town remain open year-round, with cafés, pubs and shops to browse on a softer day. Polperro's lanes and harbour are quieter and lovely to wander. The South West Coast Path is bracing in winter — check the weather and route conditions before you set out. Our local guide lists places to eat and things to do across South East Cornwall.
Are short winter stays available?
Short winter stays are often available outside the festive period, 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.
Can we stay over Christmas or New Year?
Christmas and New Year are popular for a Cornish getaway. Availability and minimum stays can vary over the festive period — check the live calendar for the dates you'd like, and see our festive page for more about spending the season at Granite Henge.