Holywell Bay B&B

Holywell Bay B&B is a dog-friendly guesthouse in the coastal hamlet of Holywell Bay, 0.8km on foot from the beach. The property overlooks the cliffs and sand dunes that back Holywell Bay, a wide beach that featured in the BBC adaptation of Poldark. Holywell Bay also has sea caves accessible at low tide, which makes it of particular interest to guests who want more than a standard beach walk. Wi-Fi, parking, and a full cooked breakfast are included for all guests. The hamlet itself has no shops, so the self-contained nature of the B&B - with breakfast provided - is a practical advantage over self-catering in this location.

Porth Joke beach - a car-free National Trust cove - lies 1.6km away. Vugga Cove is 2.1km and tends to attract fewer visitors. Crantock Beach and the Gannel estuary are a short drive north, and Perranporth's 3-mile stretch of sand is accessible to the south. Newquay town centre is under 6 miles from the property for restaurants and evening options.

This B&B is ideal for couples or solo travellers who want a short walk to the sea without booking a self-catering cottage. It works for dog owners wanting a coastal base with beach access and multiple coves within easy reach. It is less good for larger groups or anyone who needs a kitchen, as this is bed and breakfast only.