Croft Elms

Two-bedroom bungalow in Trebetherick, sleeping four across two bathrooms, in a single-storey layout. Croft Elms sits in the Daymer Bay area of the Camel Estuary coast, 1 mile from the beach, with a shop 0.6 miles and a pub 0.7 miles away. The Friday changeover suits the traditional weekly market, and the BBQ and patio garden extend the usable outdoor space through summer.

The sitting room has an open fire for cooler months, and the kitchen comes with a dishwasher and washing machine. Off-road parking is included. Wi-Fi runs throughout. No pets are accepted. Two steps lead down to the patio, so take care outside.

Three beaches are within reach without a car. Daymer Bay, about a mile away, is a sheltered estuary inlet at the mouth of the River Camel where the water stays calm enough for young or less confident swimmers. Greenaway Beach is a quieter cove north of Daymer. Polzeath Beach - the main surf break on the north Camel coast, with RNLI lifeguard cover and a surf school operating from spring through autumn - lies a little further along the coast. Rock village, with its sailing club and St Enodoc golf course (one of the oldest links courses in the south-west), is a short walk across the dunes. Wadebridge is around 5 miles inland for supermarkets and a hardware store.

Best for small families or couples wanting three walkable beaches. Less good for groups who need more than 4 beds, or for guests travelling with dogs. Guests who need step-free access should check with the owner before booking.