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, and the ground floor meets accessible standards. Pricing runs from GBP 748 per week at the low end, matching Talland 17 but without the private hot tub premium in the peak rate of GBP 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 couple or small group who want 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.