Polmorla

Polmorla is a reverse-level three-bedroom cottage in Polzeath village, sleeping six across three bedrooms, each with its own en-suite. The first floor opens into the main living space with sea-facing light and a furnished balcony, and holds the king-size bedroom with its en-suite bath. A double and a twin sit below on the ground floor, both with en-suite showers, and the twin beds can be zipped and linked into a super king if you ask the agent beforehand.

Inside, the kitchen has a dishwasher and there is parking on site. Wi-Fi is included. The property is not dog-friendly. Saturday changeover. A washing machine is included as well as the dishwasher, and a tumble dryer and utility room sit alongside an outside shower for wetsuits. Parking is for 2 cars, one at the back on a shared drive and one at the front. The Oyster Catcher pub is next door.

Polzeath Beach is 600 metres away - wide sand, reliable surf, and a surf school operating through the season. Greenaway Beach is 900m and Daymer Bay 0.7 miles along the coast, the latter sheltered behind the Camel Estuary headland and calmer for young children. Rock village and its restaurants are a short drive across the estuary. The South West Coast Path reaches Pentire Point and The Rumps within 2 miles north.

Best for: groups or families wanting individual en-suites and a central Polzeath location close to surf. Less good for: dog owners.