Gather your favourite people and your loyal hound for a Cornish escape at this welcoming two-bedroom hideaway in the heart of Mylor. This pretty fishing village sits on the western edge of the Carrick Roads estuary and is a real treat for anyone travelling with a tail-wagging companion, especially as the house has an enclosed garden for Fido to explore.
Step inside to a hallway where muddy boots and leads can be left before heading into the bright, sociable living area, styled in soft neutrals with warm wooden touches. The lounge flows through to a light-filled conservatory with a dining table for slow breakfasts, evening suppers or a quiet read while your four-legged friend snoozes nearby. Patio doors open straight onto the garden, making it easy for Rover to come and go. The galley kitchen, with its charming apron sink and sleek units, is well set up for self-catering, while a bathroom with a shower over the bath completes the ground floor. Upstairs are two inviting bedrooms – a double and a twin – along with a separate WC. Outside, the enclosed garden gives your canine companion a safe spot to potter about, while you settle down on the lawn or patio with a drink or a bite to eat. Garden furniture is provided for laid-back outdoor meals, and there’s private parking for two cars on the driveway.
A scenic 1.5-mile stroll along Mylor Creek leads to the yacht harbour, a lovely route for curious noses to investigate. The Fal River stretches some 7 miles inland with endless waterside paths for riverside walkies. Year-round, dog-friendly Flushing Beach (2.5 miles) has calm estuary shallows and shingle shores, while Falmouth (4.5 miles) tempts with sandy beaches, seafood eateries and independent shops. Pups on the lead and their humans will also appreciate the woodland trails and sweeping views at National Trust-run Trelissick House and Garden (8 miles).