Picture a cosy and sunny holiday home 20 metres from a sandy beach, that you can stay in with your loved ones and the dogs, too. This sweet cottage in pretty Porthleven offers just that. It’s got space for four guests over two bedrooms, so is perfect for a couple or a small family and up to two dogs.
The property is in a quiet courtyard just off the seafront and receives plenty of sun during the warmer season. It’s fitted to a high standard, with a modern kitchen with wood-look surfaces and cream units, a spacious dining room and a separate lounge. Look out for quirky decorative touches and tasteful artwork on the walls. In winter, you can light up the wood burner to create a cosy space for you and your faithful companions. The private courtyard is a great place for your pets can stretch out while you ascend the steps to the raised garden and admire the sea views.
When it’s time to take party members with insatiable energy for a run-around, Porthleven beach is literally opposite your front door, and has a designated dog-friendly area all year round. There’s also a lovely dog-friendly pub 100 metres away for a peaceful drink, and lots of shops nearby to explore. For an extended leg-stretch, try walking the scenic 5-mile loop along the South West Coast Path to The Loe – a freshwater lake, then wind back via the wooded country lanes of Penrose, a National Trust site. These shady walkways and open parkland are the stuff of doggy dreams.