Talland 19

Number 19 - The Deck - is a nautically-themed house on the 33-property gated estate at Talland Bay, positioned between Looe and Polperro on the south Cornwall coast. Where Talland 17 (The Sea Shack) has a private hot tub and sea views, The Deck's distinction is a more compact private patio, a south-west aspect across the communal gardens, and a consistently high rating of 9.1 from 13 reviews.

The two-storey interior runs to three bedrooms and three bathrooms, a contemporary kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine, and a living area with south-west views. WiFi is included throughout. Pricing runs from £748 per week at the low end, matching Talland 17 but without the private hot tub premium in the peak rate of £2,175.

Shared estate facilities cover a 12m x 6m heated indoor pool, a naturally filtered outdoor plunge pool open year-round, sauna, a small gym, and parking. On-site managers handle concierge requests including taxis and boat bookings. Talland Bay beach is a short walk; Polperro and Looe are each about 2.5 miles along the South West Coast Path.

The Deck suits a family or group wanting resort-standard shared facilities without a private hot tub to justify. Less ideal for guests who prioritise sea views from the cottage itself - the aspect here is across the gardens, not the water. Dogs are welcome; Saturday changeovers.