Stone's Throw

Stone's Throw is a ground-floor 1-bedroom apartment on the edge of Charlestown, sleeping 2 with 1 bathroom. The granite building keeps its original beams, and the open-plan living space has a kitchen with a dishwasher, washer/dryer and wine chiller, plus a Smart TV. The bedroom has a king-size bed, with the shower room next door. Parking is included, one dog is welcome, and changeover is on Saturday.

Two beaches are within easy walking distance. Porthpean Beach is about a third of a mile, a sheltered sandy cove popular with families and away from the main Charlestown visitor crowds. Charlestown Beach itself is about half a mile, directly below the Georgian harbour that is one of the most photographed in Cornwall, regularly used as a filming location. Carlyon Bay is 1.1 miles east, with a longer sandy beach and water sports hire in season.

The position at Duporth, between Charlestown and Porthpean, sits close to the coast without the noise that comes with being in the middle of Charlestown during summer when the tall ships are moored. Pentewan beach and the Lost Gardens of Heligan are both under 10 minutes by car. St Austell town centre is about 1.2 miles north for supermarkets and practical supplies.

Good for couples, with or without a dog, who want beach proximity and a quiet base, with Charlestown's harbour atmosphere and restaurants a short walk away. Less good for families or groups - the single bedroom and one shower room make it a two-person apartment.