Cogenhoe

Cogenhoe is a detached five-bedroom bungalow in Pityme, on the edge of Rock near the Camel Estuary. The merchant describes it as a detached holiday bungalow with child-friendly enclosed gardens at the front and rear. Dogs are not accepted. Bed linen and towels are not included in the rent.

The five bedrooms sleep eight: three king-size rooms (one with en-suite shower), a twin, and a bunk room. The sitting room and conservatory are separate from the kitchen-diner, giving different parts of the group their own space without being on top of each other. Three bathrooms - one en-suite, a main bathroom with shower over bath, and a separate shower room - keep mornings from becoming a queue. Night storage heating, a dishwasher, and WiFi are all included.

Local amenities and a beach are all within a 5-minute walk. Daymer Bay is a sheltered estuary beach with calm, shallow water that works well for young children. Greenaway Beach is a quieter cove with rock pools, and Polzeath, one of the north coast's consistent surf beaches, is a short drive north. Rock village is close to the bungalow, with the water taxi to Padstow running every 20 minutes across the estuary. The Camel Trail cycle path starts at Wadebridge, 4 miles south.

Best for: families with children, mixed-age groups, anyone wanting the Camel Estuary with beach and surf within easy reach. Less good for: those expecting an evening out in a busy village - Rock is quiet, and Padstow (a 10-minute ferry ride away) is where the restaurants are. Guests who need step-free access should check with the owner before booking.