The Holiday House (2 Atlantic Mews)

The Holiday House is a four-bedroom property in New Polzeath for six guests, with two bathrooms and an enclosed garden. Its biggest draw is distance: Polzeath Beach is 300 metres from the door, closer than almost anywhere else on this stretch of coast.

Four bedrooms give families or friends more sleeping flexibility than a standard three-bedroom house, without pushing capacity beyond six. The bedrooms include a super king-size double and two twin rooms, one of which can be zip-linked to make a super king-size double. WiFi, a dishwasher and washing machine are included. Central heating supports stays outside the main summer weeks, and the two bathrooms mean a group of six isn't queuing each morning. The changeover day is Friday.

Polzeath Beach, a half-mile surf beach with breaks for all abilities, is 300 metres away, and Greenaway Beach, a quiet cove reached on foot, is 0.9 miles from the house. Daymer Bay is 1.2 miles away. The New Polzeath guide covers more beaches, walks and practical ideas around this part of the Rock peninsula.

**Best for:** a family or group of six prioritising four bedrooms, a garden and Polzeath Beach on foot.

**Less good for:** guests arriving with several cars, dog owners, or anyone needing step-free accommodation.