Trevalley

Trevalley is a three-bedroom cottage for five near Tintagel, with Treknow the nearest village. The bedrooms comprise a king-size, a three-foot single and a twin with three-foot beds - a mix that suits a family with children better than five adults - and one bathroom serves the group, which is the main compromise to weigh.

A games room with table tennis earns its keep on wet days, while the south-facing terraced garden has a patio and a pond, so the outdoor space works from breakfast to evening light. Both a wood burner and an open fire are included, alongside Wi-Fi, parking, a barbecue, a dishwasher and a washing machine. Dogs are not accepted.

Bossiney Cove is 1.9 miles away, with its rock pools and caves at low tide, Tregardock Beach is 2.1 miles and Port Gaverne is 5.3 miles. Tintagel village itself is close for food and the coast path.

The rating is 5 out of 5 from 12 reviews - positive, though still a modest sample. Host Charlie manages the booking.

**Best for:** a family wanting a games room, varied beds, two fires and a terraced garden near Tintagel.

**Less good for:** five guests wanting more than one bathroom, dog owners, and anyone requiring sea views, EV charging or step-free access.