Outlook

Families and couples looking for a base close to Cornwall's north coast will find Outlook practical and comfortable. The property sleeps four across two bedrooms—one with a double bed, one with two singles—and has a single bathroom. You get the whole place to yourselves, with a large enclosed garden at the back, parking for two cars, and a bike store. One dog stays free.

The layout spreads across two floors. Downstairs holds a living room and dining room (both with smart TVs and electric fires), a modern kitchen with a breakfast bar and dishwasher, a utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer, and a sun room. Upstairs is the second bedroom. Essentials like electricity, wifi, bed linen and towels come as standard. The decoration is fresh and light throughout, with stripped pine floorboards in the dining area adding character.

Stratton itself is quiet, with a local pub five minutes' walk away and traditional shops nearby. Bude—with its beaches, surf breaks and full range of amenities—is a short drive, as are prettier coves like Crackington Haven, Boscastle and Morwenstow. Much of the surrounding coastline is National Trust land, offering walking and wildlife-spotting. Smoking is not permitted inside.