Little Gull

Little Gull is a barn conversion at Roserrow, a private estate near Polzeath, sleeping 4 across two bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom. The open-plan ground floor has both a wood-burning stove and an open fire - two separate hearths that make this cottage genuinely practical in shoulder season. Polzeath Beach, one of the main surf beaches on the north Cornish coast, is 1.2 miles away; Daymer Bay, sheltered and popular with families, is 1.3 miles.

Both bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, which matters when four people need to be beach-ready at the same time. Bedroom one has a king-size bed, and bedroom two has a king-size zip and link bed that can be set up as two singles on request. The kitchen has an induction hob, fridge, freezer, drinks fridge, dishwasher and washing machine, and the dining table seats four. Off-road parking for two cars is provided. A south-facing patio opens off the living area, and an enclosed garden with lawn furniture and BBQ sits alongside.

The Roserrow estate sits back from the Atlantic coast, a short drive from Rock and the Camel Estuary. Port Isaac is around 7 miles east along the coast path.

Best for: couples or small families wanting North Cornwall surf access with open-fire comfort. Less good for: groups needing a car directly outside. Polzeath and the Camel estuary sit close enough for a morning surf run.