Spindrift Polzeath

Perched above Polzeath Beach, this pretty cottage is ideal for family holidays and group getaways beside the sea. A quiet lane leads directly down to the sands for early swims, surf lessons or days spent building sandcastles together. Keen walkers can pick up the South West Coast Path to Greenaway Bay (1 mile) and on to the popular beaches of Daymer Bay (1.5 miles) and Rock (3 miles), or out to the iconic headland of Pentire Point and the Rumps (2 miles). Hop on the ferry from Rock to the fishing town of Padstow (3.5 miles) or discover Arthurian myth and legend at Tintagel Castle (13 miles).

With its pastel pink exterior fringed with crisp grey and mature gardens, this pretty cottage has serious kerb appeal. Inside, it’s been lovingly renovated, blending soft hues with a calm beachside vibe. Enter via a porch with a washing machine and step straight into a gorgeous kitchen with powder blue cabinets and all the essential appliances. This flows into a light-filled dining room with sea views and patio doors to the sun deck. Next door, sink into the plush sofa in the dual-aspect lounge in the glow of a wood burner or curl up in the window seat with a cuppa, gazing out to sea. After a day in the surf, four bedrooms invite a blissful slumber. On the ground floor, two double bedrooms, one with garden views, and a super-king-size zip-and-link share use of a ground-floor family shower room. Upstairs, the master suite sits beneath the eaves with a king-size bed, armchairs overlooking sea views and an en-suite bathroom.

A mature garden with flower and herb borders offers space for children and dogs to play, while a raised sun terrace with outdoor furniture invites al fresco meals with elegant sea views. A garden gate leads to a quiet lane to the beach, and there’s private parking for four cars, along with secure storage for bikes and beach equipment and a wetsuit hanging rack.