The signs of spring are starting to emerge from the sodden ground and the sun is almost warm again. Easter is fast approaching and it’s the perfect opportunity to emerge from a winter slumber and explore pastures new. Invigorate the soul with country walks, blow the cobwebs away with long beach walks and warm up …read more ›

Half Term seems to have come round in a flash – surely we were only recovering from Christmas last week?  With the family week off looming why not get away from it all and book a last minute country retreat with Forgotten Houses. Cornwall has a lot to offer to keep the kids entertained come …read more ›

Cornwall is the perfect place for romance; with its beautiful beaches, cosy pubs, picturesque villages and weather to make you huddle up to a loved one with, so why not whisk your partner away for a valentine’s holiday or surprise them with a week away later in the year for that perfect February 14th present? …read more ›

Yes it’s rather bleak and grey out there and the weather is wild but it’s a perfect time to ward off the January blues with a holiday, be it booking for warmer weather months or a last minute getaway with Forgotten Houses. As Blue Monday approaches, so say the most depressing day of the year …read more ›

As the year starts off with a Hurricane or two and some rather cold and frosty weather what better time to plan your next holiday than over the next couple of weeks? Statistically this time of year the most research period for the annual holiday and if you are planning a stay-cation or in fact …read more ›

Spending the festive period or New Year tucked up on one of our Forgotten Houses countryside retreats is a wonderful way to spend the next couple of weeks, with many of our houses a stone’s throw away from lovely walks through the countryside or coast and nearby to many of the popular villages of Cornwall. …read more ›

With only two weeks to go to Christmas the presents are being brought, cakes and chutneys have been made and the Christmas card list is being crossed off. Christmas is always a manic time of year and often New Year’s Eve is overlooked until a few days after Christmas when the turkey overload has hit …read more ›

This week we are jumping on the #shoplocal campaign to encourage people to support local businesses and shop locally. In Cornwall we are blessed with a vast array of local businesses producing some beautiful artwork, crafts and beautiful things that are perfect to take home with you after your Forgotten Houses stay. Festive, or otherwise, …read more ›

This week sees the release of a new Forgotten Houses holiday home in the beautiful land of the Ring of Kerry, a circular 111 mile tourist route in County Kerry, Ireland. This popular destination is home to spectacular and rugged scenery and a plethora of things to see such as the national park, many churches, …read more ›

Cornwall is best known for its rolling countryside, rugged coastline and stunning beaches, but did you know it has quite a few heights to climb too? From tors, to mounts and beacons to hills there are some great places to hike up and admire the view of the county. The highest of all Cornish hills …read more ›

Cornwall is a wonderful hive of activity, from music and art to festivals and food , there is always something going on for all ages and interests. With so much happening all over the county we’ve rounded up the best resources to find out whats going on during your stay with Forgotten Houses.   Visit …read more ›

Cornwall is a wonderful place to holiday in any season, and as we head into autumn and winter a getaway with Forgotten Houses is the perfect cosy way to spend a week whatever the weather. Speaking of weather Cornwall is renowned for its somewhat tempermental precipitation; it can be sunny and warm on one coast …read more ›

It’s been a week since the beach ban for dogs has been lifted and many a family are now choosing to take their four legged friends on holiday with them at this time of year. With the wind in their ears and sand beneath their feet on a cold autumn day it’s an invigorating experience …read more ›

The leaves are turning and autumn is in the air; the holiday makers have made their way home and calm has been restored to the South West after the summer madness. Cornwall in the autumn is a wonderful time of year and our Forgotten Houses are perfect for an autumnal retreat.  Get away with a …read more ›

  Autumn has well and truly arrived and the Summer seems to have come to a very abrupt end over the last week. With the leaves turning and the last of the summer crops dying back its time to prepare your garden for the colder and wetter months ahead. Here are our top ten things …read more ›

Art is prolific across all corners and coasts of Cornwall, with beautiful scenery, dramatic cliffs and picturesque towns and villages there is much inspiration around the county to paint, sculpt and create. Nearly every town has at least one art gallery filled with local artist’s wares from ceramics and jewellery to glasswork and canvases and …read more ›

Cornwall has an abundance of coastline, beautiful vistas and an abundance of history. Ask any Cornish man or woman where is their favourite spot and each will give you a different answer, but what about the classic icons of Cornwall you must see your stay with Forgotten Houses? Here is a rundown of the top …read more ›

For those of you with a love for the big screen there are many movie and TV locations all over Cornwall, but did you know we have quite a few famous folk from down here? From sports and music to theatre and film there are a bevy of celebrities who were born and raised in …read more ›

Getting together as one big family or organising to see long lost friends gets harder as the years go by, with hectic lifestyles and jammed packed diaries coming together with loved ones is more important than ever in this technologically driven society. So why not switch off the phones, ignore the emails, organise precious time …read more ›

The Helford is a picturesque spot in south Cornwall which is very popular with locals and tourists and home to two wonderful gardens, Glendurgan and Trebah Gardens, a number of pubs, like the Ferry boat and Shiprights, a passenger ferry service that has been in existence for over 300 years and has been immortalised by …read more ›

Our four legged friends tend to be an integral part of the family so why shouldn’t they be part of your family holiday? Apart from Quay House and Brown’s Barn all our houses here at Forgotten Houses allow well behaved dogs so why not take advantage of these four legged friendly houses and plan a …read more ›

Falmouth Week will soon be upon us and throngs of locals and holidaymakers with descend on Falmouth when the week of festivities arrives from 4th to 13th August. Now the largest sailing regatta in the south west and the most popular it began in the 1830s with a simple regatta and has grown over the …read more ›

Summer is here and the sun is out, what more could you want? Perhaps a lovely family trip to Cornwall and some suggestions on how to entertain the children? Consider it done! This week’s blog is a roundup of things to do with the little ones, comes rain or shine. We can’t talk about summer …read more ›

Summer solstice is upon us and the longest day of the year has passed marking the official start of summer, and of course a break in the blistering heat wave to mizzle again! The spring flora has vanished to make way for summer blooms; the roses are bursting into fragrant colour and the berries are …read more ›

  With the sun beating down and summer well and truly here, its the perfect weather for getting out and about to explore the wonderful gardens of Cornwall. Offering picnic spots and the welcomed shade of a tree or two, Cornish gardens are the perfect place to visit when the weather is fine. Here are …read more ›

June is upon us and with the rain over the last couple of weeks the vegetable plants have sprung into life after the dry season. The growth of plants after a spring shower or two is just phenomenal and you can almost see them bursting into life! As spring ends and summer begins, marked with …read more ›

With stunning scenery and historic landmarks around every corner, Cornwall is fast becoming a go to location for film and TV Series. With the likes of Martin Clunes, Adian Turner, Pierce Brosnan and Brad Pitt gracing the south west to utilise the counties sweeping beaches, mining heritage and unique features there are many places to …read more ›

Along the north coast of Cornwall, past Newquay and the popular villages of Padstow and Polzeath is the picturesque village of Port Issac. With its narrow winding streets, historic harbour and Cornish cottages, Port Issac is a popular destination for tourists and TV lovers of the hit series Doc Martin and Poldark.   Why not …read more ›

Alfresco eating is the in thing at the moment – pop up outdoor restaurants, mobile food trucks and food fiestas are ten aplenty throughout the warmer months offering a wide variety of flavours and cuisines. From beach to field, town to festival there is alfresco food all across Cornwall. Here are a few of our …read more ›

We have an abundance of beautiful beaches here in Cornwall (over 400 in fact!), from the rugged cliff faced north coast to the calm waters of the south there is a beach for every mood, activity and age! There are beaches only accessible by boat or cliff top scramble, there are beaches with promenades, ice …read more ›

Amongst our Forgotten Houses gems is Bosvathick Lodge; a wonderful cottage with wood burner, garden and treehouse built in 1884 for the princely sum of £210. It is the lodge to the estate house of Bosvathick; a fascinating historic house and gardens now open to the public.   The lodge itself is charming and quaint  and …read more ›

Falmouth is one of Cornwall’s most wonderful towns; from its lovely beaches and cafes, to its waterside vistas and bustling streets there is always something to see. It’s hard to know where to start with the amount of things to do in Falmouth so here’s a quick low down on a few ideas… For those …read more ›

The growing season is in full swing and growing your own fruit and veg is a lot easier than you think.  Whether you have space for a few pots or room for a polytunnel there are a number of edibles you can grow, from quick sprouting salad and spinach to potatoes and peas growing your …read more ›

    Its Easter time again, when the daffodils are in full bloom, the sunny days seem warmer and the chocolate eggs are plentiful. As the county fills up with visitors from afar and the smell of BBQ’s start to fill the air there is an array of activities and places to visit over the …read more ›

Cornwall is full of tales of old, from sea shanties and mermaid tales to smuggler legends and mining myths – there is a wonderful array of stories and superstitions still told today. Here are some wonderful little superstitions and tales of old from the Cornwall Guide website:   King Arthur Raven A man who shot …read more ›

This month we say good bye to the humble Brussels sprout and hello to fresh greens as spring creeps in and the world begins to bloom. Hearty meals make way for fresh new flavours as the season for new year fruit and veg starts to creep in.  There’s an array of wonderful produce coming into …read more ›

The National Trust is just wonderful; the array of properties, land and gardens they have is both fascinating and breathtaking and with National Trust membership, you can enjoy all their sites (and free parking!) all year round.   Cornwall is lucky enough to have an array of National Trust properties to visit whilst on holiday …read more ›