Blue Waves

Perranporth's sandy beach is the main draw for most visitors to this stretch of Cornwall coast, and Blue Waves puts you within walking distance of the shore. The flat itself is on the ground floor, sleeping four across two bedrooms: one double and two singles. There's a shower room, and the living space combines a lounge with a dining area and kitchen in one open plan. A microwave, electric cooker, fridge and washing machine mean you can cook and manage a week's laundry without fuss.

The essentials are covered—electricity, heating, bed linen, towels and wifi are all included, and there's parking for one car on site. No smoking is permitted. Families and couples will find Perranporth itself has rock pools, surf hire and a beach bar, while the wider area holds Lappa Valley Steam Railway, Creally Adventure Park and Newquay Zoo. Padstow is a short drive away, with galleries, shops and restaurants lining the quay. A shop sits 250 yards from the flat, with pubs and restaurants a similar distance off.