Swallows Nest

Swallows Nest is a detached cottage near Morvah on the west Cornwall coast, sleeping 6 across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The living space has a wood burner - useful in this exposed Atlantic-facing area even in summer - and the enclosed garden gives dogs room to run. Dogs are welcome, and rated 4 from 58 reviews on Sykes, this is one of the more consistently well-reviewed properties on the northwest tip.

Inside, Wi-Fi, dishwasher, and washing machine are all included. Parking is off-road. Friday changeovers.

The location is Pendeen parish, set on the old Penwith mining plateau a mile or so from the sea. Geevor Tin Mine is the nearest landmark - it operated until 1990 and is now a working museum with underground tours. The mine workings run directly to the cliffside, so the sea views from the adjacent coast path are industrial in a way that feels specific to this part of Cornwall. Botallack's Count House and the engine houses at Crowns stack up the cliff face to the south.

Priest's Cove is 6.1km away - a working cove below Cape Cornwall with granite boulders, rough water, and no facilities. Gwynver Beach is 8.9km, offering long sand backed by dunes. Penzance is around 8 miles south.

Best for families or groups with dogs who want a quiet, rural base with character in far west Cornwall. The northwest coast has more wind and rougher water than the south-facing coves, which suits walkers and those after an active week on the coast path. Less good for beach holidays or anyone expecting sheltered swimming nearby.