The Residence, Gwel an Mor

The Residence, number 114 at the Gwel an Mor resort, is a single-storey lodge near Portreath. Its wraparound decking holds a hot tub and furniture, and the terrace has sea views. A grassed area leads from the decking towards the dunes.

Inside, the open-plan room combines a kitchen, dining area and sitting area. The kitchen has an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and air fryer, and the main Smart TV has terrestrial channels, so bring a Fire Stick if you want to stream. WiFi is provided. Air conditioning also heats the lodge, and fuel and power, bed linen and towels are included in the rent.

There are three bedrooms, each with a TV: a king-size with an en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, and two twins. The family bathroom also has a TV, plus a bath with a shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC. The lodge sleeps six.

Private off-road parking for two cars sits next to the lodge, but charging electric vehicles from the lodge is forbidden. One well-behaved dog is welcome. There is no smoking. The pub is 0.1 mile away, the beach 0.6 mile and the nearest shop 1.3 miles. From Portreath, Truro is 14 miles and St Ives 15 miles.

The lodge suits families or friends sharing, with the twin rooms for children or pairs of adults. It is less good for anyone who needs to plug in an electric car.