Treetops

Treetops is a fully ground-floor, three-bedroom cottage in Golant, the estuary village on the River Fowey, about four miles from Fowey town. Sleeping 5 across a king-size double, a double and a single, with a bathroom and a separate shower room, it sits above the village with views over the river. Oil-fired underfloor heating keeps it comfortable year-round, and the garden - with a gravelled sitting area and a full-length balcony - provides outdoor seating. The owner does not accept children under 10 or pets.

The open-plan kitchen and dining area connects to the sitting room, and a wine cooler and dishwasher are among the kitchen features. Parking for two cars, a washing machine, and Wi-Fi are included.

Golant's waterfront is a short walk: a quay and slipway where kayaks can be launched, and the Fisherman's Arms pub with a terrace over the river. The Saints Way long-distance footpath passes through the village, and the walk south along the Fowey estuary leads into Fowey town in around 40 minutes through National Trust woodland. Readymoney Cove - a sheltered sandy beach below Henry VIII's St Catherine's Castle - is 2.2 miles by road. Lantic Bay, a National Trust cove reached by cliff path, is 2.9 miles.

Best for: couples or adult groups wanting a single-storey layout above the estuary, with the village pub five minutes away. Guests who need step-free access should check with the owner before booking. Less good for: families wanting direct beach access (the nearest sandy beaches require a short drive) or guests wanting a seaside rather than a riverside setting.