11 Pendarves

A three-bedroom single-storey lodge on St Merryn Holiday Village, sleeping six with a private garden and BBQ. The ground-floor layout makes this a practical option for guests with mobility needs - all rooms are on one level and there are no internal stairs. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 28 reviews on Sykes, making it one of the more reviewed properties in this price range on the Padstow peninsula.

Porthcothan Bay is 3.3km away, a narrow south-facing inlet with a sand and rock beach that stays relatively quiet compared to the Seven Bays beaches further north. Treyarnon Bay is 3.5km and Harlyn Bay 3.7km, both on the north-facing Atlantic coast with lifeguard patrols in summer and surf conditions from autumn through spring. All three are driveable in under 10 minutes and have National Trust car parks.

Padstow is 4 miles north at the mouth of the Camel Estuary. The harbour has fresh fish, a range of restaurants from casual to more formal, and ferry crossings to Rock in summer. The Camel Trail cycle route runs from Padstow to Wadebridge (5.5 miles) and on to Bodmin - a flat, surfaced path that is accessible by bike for most fitness levels. The village of St Merryn itself is 2 miles from the holiday village and has a pub and a small convenience store.

This lodge suits families or mixed groups who want a practical, ground-floor base with access to multiple beaches and Padstow within a short drive. Dogs are welcome. The holiday village setting means some shared facilities nearby, which suits guests who want a bit of resort structure around the stay. Not great for couples or those wanting a remote rural feel - the setting is a managed holiday park rather than a standalone property.