The Shires

A dog-friendly 2-bedroom barn conversion on the edge of St Agnes village, sleeping 4, with an unusual reverse layout - the two bedrooms and family bathroom occupy the ground floor, while the open-plan living space with vaulted ceilings and wooden beams sits upstairs. The king-size bedroom has an en-suite; the twin room converts to a king if preferred. Both a wood burner and an open fire are available. Rated 5 stars across 28 guest reviews.

The garden has a BBQ terrace and the cottage is dog-friendly. Wi-Fi, parking, dishwasher, and washing machine are all included. The barn sits within Presingoll Barns, a small cluster of converted farm buildings on the village edge - residential and quiet, within a short walk of St Agnes' pubs and independent shops.

Trevaunance Cove is 2.2km - the surf and sailing beach at the foot of St Agnes village, with a beach cafe and board hire. The cove is north-facing with a consistent Atlantic swell. Trevellas Cove, a quieter shingle beach, is 2.5km. Perranporth Beach is 6.3km along the South West Coast Path, one of the longest continuous sand beaches in Cornwall.

Best for dog owners, couples, or families with one child who want a cosy base for walking the coast path and surfing. The wood burner and open fire make this a strong choice outside summer. Less good for guests who cannot manage stairs to the living area.