The Cottage at Halzephron House

This has to be one of the most spectacular spots on Cornwall’s south coast, with sweeping views over green fields down to the sea and the little coves that dot the coastline – walkers, peace-seekers and nature lovers will be bowled over. The sitting room has a huge picture window so on a stormy, blustery day you’ll be very happy to play a game or read a book by the fire while the drama goes on outside. The kitchen is plenty big enough for all and you’re left a little welcome pack.

On warm days you can loll in the gardens from which you can see all the way to Porthleven in one direction and to Church Cove in the other. Immediately outside the door is a neat gravel and grass area with a picnic table and a separate lawn at the front for children or dogs to let off steam. You can join the Coast Path here too or head to many beaches, cafés and pubs on foot.

Bedrooms are sweet and simple, one up above the sitting room on a mezzanine.