Ryefields

A 250-year-old Cornish stone cottage in Delabole, sleeping 4 across 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size and 1 twin. Two original fireplaces stand out: an inglenook in the lounge holds a wood burner, and the kitchen/diner has its own feature hearth. Picnic tables at both the front and rear seat 4. Rated 3.7 from 10 reviews, with cleanliness and equipment both scoring 4.

Tregardock Beach is 3km away and the South West Coast Path passes 2 miles from the door. Port Isaac is 7 miles, Tintagel 5 miles, and Padstow 14 miles - a strong spread of North Cornwall day trips. Dogs welcome, up to 2.

Best for couples or small families who want a period cottage with genuine original features. Suits anyone based in North Cornwall for a week, using the location to explore Port Isaac and the coast path. Less good for those wanting coastal walks from the door - there is a short drive to the path.

Ryefields sits in Delabole, a small village on the north Cornish plateau known for its slate quarry - still active today and one of the deepest open quarries in England. The 2-bedroom layout sleeps 4 in a king-size and a twin, with picnic tables at both the front and rear providing outdoor seating. Dogs are welcome, up to 2. A dishwasher, washing machine, wifi, and parking are all included. The wood burner in the inglenook gives the cottage genuine year-round appeal - 250-year-old stone walls hold the cold, and the fire makes the difference on an October evening. Tregardock Beach at 3km is one of the less-visited stretches of North Cornwall coast, accessible by a short farm track walk.