Cornwall is renowned for its beaches and outdoor lifestyle. When marketing your holiday home why not capture this in your offering to attract guests who will be planning activities on the coast. Here are a few essential features to offer in your holiday home, creating the perfect retreat for surfers.
Storage
If your guest is looking for a place to call home after a day on the beach catching the waves. They will be hoping to find a holiday home that provides storage for their board and equipment.
- Outdoor/indoor Surfboard Rack
- Hooks or a washing line for wetsuits
Better still, for added security and peace of mind for your guests, installing surfboard racks in an out house, utility space or garage will ensure your guests will have a restful nights sleep without worrying about their surf essentials. Plus, it reduces the amount of sand ending up in the property.
Outdoor Showers
After braving the cold sea, your guests will be eager to wash off the salt and sand. If you have outdoor space, consider providing a hot shower, as this can be a great feature for adventurous souls and the ideal place to wash out their wetsuit, ready for tomorrows adventure.
If you are limited on space, simply installing a tap with a short hose will be a great alternative to help guests clean their beach items and wash off the sand before heading inside to get refreshed.
Property Listing
Providing features like the above can be showcased in your description. Go one step further and add a few surfboards and wetsuits to be captured in your property’s photography. There’s no easier way to show guests what kind of stay and adventure awaits them.
Guest book
Your guestbook and guest arrival information is a great tool to communicate details about the area. These can elevate a guests’ stay and boost the chances of them booking again. Why not include some of the local surf spots and surf schools? This could be a simple list or illustrated map to inspire your guests to explore and experience the best surf spots.
Cornwall: Top Five Surf Spots
Newquay – Fistral Beach
Fistral Beach, located in Newquay, Cornwall, is a sandy beach backed by steep sand dunes and high cliffs. It’s one of the most famous surfing spots in the UK!
As for the surf, Fistral is known for its consistent, powerful waves thanks to its exposure to Atlantic swells. The waves can reach heights of 6 to 8 feet, and during big swells, they can even reach up to 30 feet at the Cribbar reef. It’s a popular spot for both beginners and experienced surfers, with plenty of surf schools and rental shops available.
Surf School and equipment Hire:
Fistral Beach Surf School | International Surfing Centre | Newquay |
Out of the surf and into the closest beach bar, we recommend:
Fistral Beach Bar – The original beach bar – coffees, cocktails and an all-day menu.
Sennen
Sennen Beach, located in North Cornwall, is an exposed beach break with very reliable surf that works all year round. The waves here are generally moderate in size, ranging from 3 to 6 feet, but can get bigger during strong swells. The best conditions for surfing at Sennen occur when there’s a west swell combined with an offshore wind from the east.
Sennen offers both lefts and rights, and it can get quite crowded, so be mindful of other surfers. There are also strong rips, so it’s important to be cautious when surfing here.
Surf School and equipment Hire:
Surf lessons in Sennen Cove with Sennen Surfing Centre | Learn to Surf
Surfing Lessons Sennen Cove Cornwall with Smart Surf School
Out of the surf and into the closest beach bar, we recommend:
Old Success Inn, Sennen Cove | St Austell Brewery
Gwithian and Godrevy
Gwithian Beach, located in North Cornwall, is a beach break that works well throughout the year. The waves here are generally moderate in size, ranging from 2 to 4 feet, but can get bigger during strong swells. The best conditions for surfing at Gwithian occur when there’s a west-northwest swell combined with an offshore wind from the east-southeast.
Surf School and equipment Hire:
Learn to Surf with Gwithian Academy of Surfing – Gwithian Academy of Surfing
Sunset Surf Cafe and surf school at Gwithian in Cornwall : Sunset Surf
Out of the surf and into the closest beach bar, we recommend:
The Rockpool | Beach Cafe and Wedding Venue
Chomp | Gastro Beach Bar | Three Mile Beach
Praa Sands
Praa Sands, located in South Cornwall, is an exposed beach break with fairly consistent surf. The waves here are generally moderate in size, ranging from 2 to 4 feet, but can get bigger during strong swells. The best conditions for surfing at Praa Sands occur when there’s a south-southwest swell combined with an offshore wind from the northeast.
Surf School and equipment Hire:
Surf Hire Praa Sands Beach | Surfboards | Kayaks | SUP | Wetsuits»
Out of the surf and into the closest beach bar, we recommend:
Sandbar | Dog Friendly Pub at Praa Sands Beach | Penzance/Helston Cornwall
Porthmeor
Porthmeor Beach in St Ives is also a sandy beach with a mix of sand and shingle. It’s known for its consistent beach break that works well throughout the year. The waves here are generally moderate in size, ranging from 3 to 6 feet, but can get bigger during strong swells.
The best conditions for surfing at Porthmeor occur when there’s a west-northwest swell combined with an offshore wind from the south. It’s a popular spot for both shortboard and longboard surfing, as well as bodyboarding. There’s also a surf school on-site with qualified instructors and equipment rental available.
Surf School and equipment Hire:
Out of the surf and into the closest beach bar, we recommend:
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