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Hugged by the South West Cornish coast, Kynance Cove is a petite yet remarkably striking National Trust site renowned for its spectacular coastline scenery and majestic sea vistas. Limited to just 200 metres in length, this lovely stretch of beach bagged a spot amongst the top-rated beaches globally in The World's 50 Best Beaches edition, 2024.
Petite but striking, the charm of Kynance Cove lies in its remarkable juxtaposition of glimmering white sand against turquoise waters, a sight that suggests more of Mediterranean beaches than one in the UK. This secret sanctuary, hidden from the regular South West tourist routes, captivates with its supreme beauty enhanced by the backdrop of peace and tranquillity.
This jewel from Cornwall is known for extraordinary rock formations, featuring the fascinating Serpentine Rock and Asparagus Island, a small tidal isle nurturing wild asparagus. These stunning natural nuances enhance the cove's distinctive appeal and allure, granting tourists a rich and unique landscape to traverse and photograph.
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Enthralled visitors have showered thousands of five-star reviews on platforms like TripAdvisor, hailing it as "breathtaking" and a "National Trust treasure". Its captivating otherworldly allure has had beach enthusiasts make comparisons to beaches in the French Riviera or even Minorca in Balearic Island.
The enchanting atmosphere of Kynance Cove is something to be cherished, and as such many tourists to the area opt to stay overnight or longer. While there are limited facilities on the beach itself, a leisurely stroll into the nearby village of Halston will provide shops, refreshments and accommodation, reports the Mirror.
Where to stay near Kynance Cove
With thousands of tourists flocking to the area annually, there are ample hotels and B&Bs available to cater for all budgets.
According to TripAdvisor, the top-rated establishment is the Housel Bay Hotel and Restaurant, a traditional seaside hotel boasting spectacular views. Conveniently located near the beach, the Cornish Coast Path is even closer, running through the gardens, just outside the hotel door.
Other fantastic options include the Mullion Cove Hotel and Spa with its cosy rooms and stunning sea views, and Polurrian on the Lizard which boasts 12 acres of gardens and its own private beach.
Where to eat
Just a stone's throw away from the beach, the Kynance Cove Cafe has been rated 'excellent' on TripAdvisor with an overall score of 4.5 out of five. Visitors rave about the views over the cove, as well as the scrumptious cakes and pastries.
Those in search of more substantial meals could try the Smugglers Fish and Chips in Lizard which serves up fresh fish that the locals adore, while the Cadgwith Cove Inn has over 700 reviews from satisfied visitors who enjoyed lunch or dinner during their stay.
Given the remote location, what could be more perfect than a hot coffee from Ellie's Soul Kitchen, a converted camper that sits on the edge of the bay?
Where to drink
Given the peaceful and remote location, there aren't any pubs next to Kynance Cove, and most visitors would prefer to keep it that way. Just up the road in Helston, however, The Witchball is a traditional Cornish watering hole that offers reasonably priced beers and ciders, as well as a hearty lunch menu.
Just up the road The Top House Inn, the southernmost inn in all of England, serves beers, wines and spirits in its renovated bar, as well as a tasty Sunday lunch that gets booked up very quickly.
