D06 Heloan D6, Riviere Towans

Heloan D6 is a three-bedroom cottage at Riviere Towans in Hayle, managed by Toms Holidays. It scores a 10/10 for location guests, sitting directly within the Towans dune system that backs 3 miles of golden sand along St Ives Bay. Dogs are not accepted at this property.

The cottage has three bedrooms, one bathroom with a walk-in shower, and a fully equipped kitchen with oven, stovetop, microwave, and toaster. A washing machine is included. The living area has a TV and dining table, and a balcony with outdoor furniture provides a spot to sit outside. Free WiFi is included.

Hayle Towans beach - the 3-mile stretch of sand running along St Ives Bay - is directly accessible from the Towans development. The beach rarely feels crowded even in peak season and is popular with surfers and families alike. Free on-site parking removes the headache of coastal car parks in summer.

Hayle town has a railway station on the St Ives Bay Line, connecting to St Erth junction on the mainline. The RSPB Hayle Estuary reserve is at the edge of town - the most south-westerly estuary in the UK, drawing wading birds year-round. St Ives is 3 miles west by road, with the Tate St Ives gallery 6.8 miles away. Check-in is at 16:00, check-out at 09:00.

Nearby: Porthkidney Beach (800m) and Carbis Bay (1.8 miles). See our Phillack guide for more beaches and walks in the area.

Best for a family or group of up to 6 wanting dune-side beach access and free on-site parking, since two bedrooms hold full-size beds and the third has twin beds for children. Less good for guests travelling with a dog, which the property does not accept.