For couples who would rather not leave their four-legged friend behind, this first-floor apartment in Chacewater makes a convenient base for discovering Cornwall together. Spend your days roaming the shoreline on tail-wagging walks, then return home and let Rover watch the world go by from the private balcony.
Accessed via an external spiral staircase, the apartment opens into an open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining area, creating a comfortable base for two after a day on the Cornish coast. The sofa provides somewhere to settle down with a tea, and there’s a Smart TV for evening entertainment. The kitchen has leafy views and everything needed for preparing meals, plus a coffee machine for a morning pick-me-up before heading out on another walk. The king-size bedroom has plenty of storage for clothing and outdoor gear, with an adjoining shower room that is particularly handy after sandy beach trips or muddy rambles. Outside, the balcony gives you a space to sit together over a morning coffee or evening drink, with leafy surroundings adding to the peaceful setting. Driveway parking for one car makes it easy to load up with leads, towels and outdoor kit before heading off to explore.
With the South West Coast Path accessible from nearby Porthtowan, there’s no shortage of things to do with your furry friend. Porthtowan Beach is 5 miles away and is a good choice for seaside walks, although a seasonal dog restriction applies from 15 May to 30 September. Godrevy is 13 miles away and has walking opportunities across the headland and surrounding countryside; dogs are welcome there year-round, but cannot use the beach from 1 July to 31 August. Trelissick (7.5 miles) is another possible outing for canine companions, with woodland, parkland and shoreline walks. Dogs can enter the garden on short leads and use the outdoor cafe area. St Ives (19 miles) and the Lost Gardens of Heligan (18.5 miles) are also within reach (pets on the lead at the latter).