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🌊 Spring Into the Sea: Your May Escape to Palm Haven – A Family-Friendly Holiday Let in Newquay

🌊 Spring Into the Sea: Your May Escape to Palm Haven – A Family-Friendly Holiday Let in Newquay

May is the perfect time to enjoy a Newquay holiday rental. The beaches are quieter, the surf is picking up, and Cornwall is blooming with coastal energy. Whether you’re planning a relaxing family-friendly holiday in Newquay, a surf-fuelled break, or a dog-friendly escape, Palm Haven Newquay has you covered β€” and we’re offering 15% off select dates this month to make your stay even sweeter.

πŸ—“οΈ Why Book Your Self-Catering Stay in May?

This is the locals’ favourite time of year. There’s warmth in the sun, space on the sand, and loads to do β€” without the summer bustle. A self-catering holiday let in Newquay gives you the freedom to explore at your pace, eat in or out, and base yourself close to beaches, events, and some of Cornwall’s best food and drink.

πŸ„β€β™‚οΈ Plan the Ultimate Newquay Surf Holiday

Whether you're a total beginner or itching to get back on a board, May is prime surf season. Book a session with:

  • Surf Sanctuary – Expert coaching for all levels, right at Towan Beach

  • Newquay Activity Centre – Surfing, bodyboarding, SUP and coastal adventures for families, couples, and solo thrill-seekers

With warm wetsuits and friendly local instructors, you’ll be riding waves in no time.

πŸŽ‰ What’s On in May

  • Tunes in the Dunes (May 17–19) – Live music, beach bars, and good vibes just 20 minutes away in Perranporth

  • Newquay Farmers Market (Every Saturday) – Fresh produce, street food and crafts at Killacourt

  • Check out Visit Newquay for Family fun during May half-term – From the Blue Reef Aquarium to pirate trails and beachside picnics

🐾 Bring the Dog, too

Looking for Newquay dog-friendly holiday rentals? Palm Haven welcomes well-behaved dogs, and with nearby dog-friendly beaches like Towan, Crantock and Great Western, you can all enjoy sandy paws and sea air together. Often a more cost effective & convienient option than a hotel stay.

🍴 Where to Eat and Drink in May

Skip the crowds and head to these local favourites:

  • The Bottle – Beautiful wines and creative small plates, plus their new Early Bird Special is a steal at Β£22 for two dishes and a drink

  • Project Eighty Three – Sunday Sound Sessions combine great coffee, live music, and relaxed vibes

  • Tom Thumb – Intimate cocktail bar with award-winning drinks and a moody speakeasy feel

  • Box & Barber – Brunch hotspot for smoothie bowls, stacked bagels, and top-notch coffee

  • The Fish House – A must for seafood lovers, just above Fistral Beach with epic sunset views

Prefer to stay in? Our self-catering Newquay holiday home has a fully-equipped kitchen and sunny garden, ideal for BBQs and laid-back family meals.

🏑 Stay at Palm Haven – Your Ideal Newquay Holiday Home

This stylish, spacious Airbnb Newquay stay is perfect for:

  • Families on a Newquay family-friendly holiday

  • Couples and groups sharing

  • Guests travelling with dogs

  • Anyone wanting comfort, location, and style by the coast

πŸ›οΈ Sleeps up to 5 across a king-size bedroom and twin singles
🌿 Private garden
πŸ“Ά Superfast WiFi and Smart TV
πŸš— Free parking
πŸ‘Ά Travel cot and high chair available
πŸ–οΈ Close to beaches, cafes, South West Coast Path and surf schools

πŸ’Έ Book Now and Save 15%

We’re offering 15% off selected May dates – just in time for a spontaneous bank holiday trip, a chilled midweek break, or that long-awaited family getaway.

πŸ‘‰ Check availability and book today

Spring into the sea. Surf into summer. Eat, drink, and unwind in style.
Book your May escape at Palm Haven Newquay – your coastal home-from-home.

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