Tregonhawke Farmhouse

Tregonhawke Farmhouse is a period farmhouse near Millbrook on the Rame Peninsula - the quieter southeastern corner of Cornwall between Plymouth Sound and Whitsand Bay. The property sleeps 12 across 6 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms.

The farmhouse has the feel of a well-used country property rather than a design showcase. Heating comes from a wood burner and open fires, which work well for shoulder season stays. There's a separate TV room giving the group space to split up, an enclosed garden with a BBQ, and Wi-Fi throughout. A dishwasher and washing machine are included, and so is bed linen. Parking fits 4 cars. Dogs are welcome. Fishing in the lake on the estate is open to guests at an extra charge per person per day, with a discount for people staying at the farmhouse. The ground floor has a double bedroom with garden access, a shower room and a separate WC.

Cawsand and Kingsand are both 1.7 miles away - two twin fishing villages on the east side of the peninsula with pubs, a beach cafe, and a small sandy beach between them. Whitsand Bay is 1.1 miles south, a 3-mile sweep of sand that rarely gets crowded even in August. The Cremyll passenger ferry to Plymouth's Royal William Yard is about 2 miles east. Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, with 865 acres of parkland, is a short drive away.

Best for: large groups or extended families looking for a quiet base that combines Cornwall's south coast beaches with easy access to Plymouth. Guests who need step-free access should check with the owner before booking. Less good for: anyone expecting a modern kitchen-and-media setup, or groups needing more than 4 parking spaces.