Waters Edge Looe

Waters Edge Looe sits on the top floor of a seafront building directly above East Looe Beach, with the sand just 100 metres below. The apartment sleeps 5 across three bedrooms - a king-size master with en-suite shower room and glass doors opening to a sea-view balcony, a small double, and a single. The kitchen-diner also has French doors onto a second sea-facing balcony, and a third balcony provides further outdoor space. The position means sea views are available from multiple rooms throughout the day.

The building has a communal garden with a gate leading directly to the beach, shared across the five apartments. This is one of the more practical arrangements for beach access in central Looe - no road crossings or stairs beyond the garden gate. Private parking is included, which is notably scarce in Looe during summer months.

Hannafore Beach is 900 metres along the seafront road, a quieter option facing the open sea rather than the estuary. Plaidy Beach at 0.7 miles is shallow and sheltered, suited to younger children. The town centre - with its independent shops, pubs, and fish quay - is under 5 minutes on foot from the building. Looe is also a departure point for wildlife boat trips to spot grey seals off Looe Island, which sits about 0.6 miles offshore.

Good for families or groups of up to 5 who want a central position on the seafront with private parking and direct beach access. Suits dog owners too, with the communal garden providing an easy exit. Less suitable for anyone needing more than 3 bedrooms or wanting a quiet, rural setting.