Crow's Nest

Two-bedroom cottage on Church Hill in Port Isaac, sleeping four with two bathrooms, in a Grade II listed building at the heart of the village. The address puts you within a few minutes' walk of the harbour, the Platt (the slipway area where locals and visitors congregate), and Nathan Outlaw's fish restaurant on New Road. The cottage is spread over three floors, and the merchant notes that there are steep stairs within the property, so it may not be suitable for people with mobility problems.

The cottage has a courtyard garden, and parking is off-site close to the property, a short walk to the door. Both are in short supply in Port Isaac, where the medieval street layout means most visitors park on the hill above the village. Dishwasher, washing machine, and Wi-Fi are included throughout. Changeover day is Friday. A pub or shop is less than a mile away.

Port Gaverne Beach is 600 metres east along the coast path, a small sheltered cove with calmer water than the exposed north-facing beaches. The South West Coast Path runs north from Port Isaac along high cliffs toward Tregardock Beach, 3.5 miles away. Polzeath Beach for surf is 4 miles south around the headland.

Best for couples or small families who want a village-centre base with heritage character and the harbour on foot. Less good for dog owners, as no pets are accepted.