Pinclanty Cottage

The feel is spacious indoors with west-facing dining and sitting rooms leading off a big square hall. Bay windows overlook open countryside, there are squishy sofas and chairs, a merry wood-burner, lots of games and puzzles and a plethora of books about local flora, fauna, birds and history. Another room doubles as a study/sitting room and has a sofa bed for two. From the hallway you can spill out to a raised area with deckchairs in summer – a grand spot for al fresco meals.

Two bedrooms upstairs are very comfortable, with views up the valley, feather duvets and pillows, chintzy curtains and antiques. Ease aching limbs in a bath scented with South West Soaps and relish the view. There are fenced gardens from either door and a lawn for sprawling or games. Wander down to the river for endless watery views and sunny picnics.

Chocolate and wine will be waiting in the galley kitchen which has all a cook might need.