Cowrie

Cowrie is a single-storey cottage in Rock with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The king-size bedroom has an en-suite and patio doors to the garden. A double room and bunk room complete the bedroom arrangement, with an Xbox and bean bags in the bunk room.

It sleeps up to eight; larger groups should ask the owners how the beds are arranged across the three bedrooms before booking. High ceilings rise above the open-plan kitchen, lounge and dining room, where a Scandi-style wood burner is provided. An open fire is also provided. Wi-Fi, parking for two cars, a dishwasher, a washer/dryer and charcoal barbecue are included, and one dog is accepted. The enclosed garden has a lawn and raised decking. Penmayne is a short walk away for a deli and bakery. Daymer Bay Beach is 1.4 miles away, followed by Greenaway Beach at 1.7 miles and Polzeath Beach at 2.1 miles. The Rock guide covers the village and estuary.

With two bathrooms for up to eight guests, the king-size room's en-suite takes some of the pressure off the main bathroom. **Best for:** a family wanting single-storey rooms, games and an enclosed garden. **Less good for:** groups of eight who need the bed arrangements checked first.