Honeysuckle Cottage Portreath

A two-bedroom barn conversion near Gilberts Coombe, set in Cornish countryside 4km from Portreath beach and harbour. The cottage sleeps four and is dog-friendly, rated 4.7 from 14 reviews.

Inside, the open-plan lounge and dining area has beamed ceilings and a Smart TV. Two bedrooms upstairs - one king-size, one twin that can convert to a king on request. A mezzanine games area above the lounge is useful on wet afternoons. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering and there is a family bathroom. No wood burner, so this suits warmer-month stays or guests who do not need one.

Private decking with a BBQ looks out over farmland. The shared garden has a children's play area with swings, and the lawns give dogs room to run. Bike and board storage is available on site. Portreath village has a shop, two pubs, and a harbour; the beach carries seasonal lifeguard cover. Trevaunance Cove at St Agnes is 8.8km. Cyclists can follow the Coast to Coast trail the 8.5 miles to Devoran, or ride the mining trails through the old engine-house country near the village. Godrevy Lighthouse is a 10-mile drive west.

Best for families or couples with dogs wanting easy countryside walking and a north-coast base within reach of several beaches. Less good for anyone needing a sea view or an evening fire.