Ocean Breeze Holywell Bay

Ocean Breeze is a one-bedroom apartment in Holywell village, sleeping two and positioned 500m from Holywell Bay beach - a mile-long sandy beach on the North Cornwall coast with dunes backing the shore and a seasonal beach cafe. The double bedroom, garden and off-road parking make it a straightforward option for couples or solo travellers who want direct beach access without the crowds of the larger Newquay resorts.

The property is dog-friendly throughout, with garden space for a dog to settle between walks. Parking is included on site. The nearby South West Coast Path links the bay to Porth Joke (also called Polly Joke) 1.6km away - a quieter, car-free cove owned by the National Trust with no facilities, which keeps it calm even during the summer. Vugga Cove is 2.2km further along the path for those wanting to walk rather than drive between beaches.

Holywell sits 4 miles from Newquay - far enough to avoid the stag-party traffic, close enough to use the town's shops and restaurants. Crantock, a small village with its own beach, is within 3km for a different day-trip option. The apartment has WiFi and parking, though no washing machine or dishwasher - worth noting for longer stays.

Best for couples or solo walkers who want a simple, dog-friendly base with the beach genuinely close. Suits off-season visits when Holywell is quiet and the dunes are at their most atmospheric. Less good for guests wanting full self-catering facilities or more than two sleeping spaces. Rated 4.3 from 3 reviews.