Little Beach House

Little Beach House is a ground-floor 1-bedroom annex in Carlyon Bay, east of St Austell, sleeping two adults. The standout feature is a private sauna room - unusual at this price point for a single-bedroom property. The annex has accessible ground-floor layout throughout, making it a practical choice for guests with limited mobility.

Inside, the cottage has one bathroom, a garden with BBQ, wifi, and off-street parking. The interior is compact, designed for two. There is no washing machine or dishwasher, so longer stays with laundry needs are worth bearing in mind. The property carries 36 reviews on Sykes with a 4-star average.

Carlyon Bay beach is roughly 300 metres from the door - a wide sandy arc backed by cliffs. Charlestown harbour, where tall ships are often moored, is about 1.2km along the coast and worth the walk for the Georgian quayside architecture. The Eden Project is around 10 minutes east by car, and the Lost Gardens of Heligan are a similar distance south.

Best for couples or two friends wanting a quiet coastal break with the bonus of a private sauna. Less good for anyone needing laundry facilities or space for more than two people. No pets are accepted.