Pensilva

Pensilva is a four-bedroom cottage on Beach Road in Crantock, sleeping 6 across 4 bedrooms with 1 bathroom. The living room has an open fire - the kind that earns its keep on wet September evenings. Outside there is a BBQ and an enclosed garden where dogs can run freely; up to 2 dogs are welcome.

Crantock Beach is 800m down the road, a wide sandy bay backed by dunes with a National Trust car park at the top. Vugga Cove is 1.5km along the coast path, and Fistral - the UK's most famous surf beach - is 1.6km across the headland. The village itself has a pub, a small shop and a seasonal cafe at the beach.

The cottage has parking, dishwasher, and Wi-Fi. No washing machine. The layout suits a group of 6 with children or dogs in tow rather than a couple looking for space. With 1 bathroom between 4 bedrooms, it works best for a group used to sharing facilities and planning their mornings.

Best for families or friend groups who want direct beach access without paying resort prices. Ideal for dog owners who need a proper garden. Less good for anyone who needs a washing machine or prefers multiple bathrooms.

Saturday changeover. 1 review on Sykes at the time of writing. Rates from Sykes - check the booking link for current pricing.