Chy Marner

Chy Marner is a 2-bedroom stone cottage in Charlestown, the Georgian harbour village south of St Austell. The cottage sits within walking distance of the harbour and sleeps 4 in two king bedrooms - one with en-suite shower room, one with zip-and-link beds that can be configured as twins. The ground-floor layout means all rooms are on a single level.

Inside, the cottage has a dishwasher, wifi, and parking on site. Dogs are welcome. Contemporary interiors sit alongside original wooden beams, and the 4-star rating reflects the comfort and equipment level. Rated 4.7/5 from 19 guest reviews.

Carlyon Bay is around half a mile away - a long sandy beach with a gently shelving seabed and watersports hire. Charlestown Beach is just under a mile in the other direction, next to the working harbour where tall ships are moored year-round. The Shipwreck Treasure Museum is in the village, and the South West Coast Path runs along the cliffs on both sides of the harbour. The Eden Project is a 10-minute drive inland; the Lost Gardens of Heligan are roughly 5 miles along the coast road.

Best for: couples or families of 4 wanting a central village location, Poldark fans drawn to Charlestown's filming history, and anyone using the Eden Project or Heligan as a base for multiple days. Less good for: guests needing sea views or a garden, and larger groups (maximum occupancy is 4).