Portmellon Fishermans Cottages - Corner Cottage

Corner Cottage occupies a former fisherman's cottage on the north side of Portmellon Cove, built directly into the coastal rocks. You enter at ground level into the living room, where a wood burner faces a smart TV, then move through to the kitchen and dining space. This is where the practical side happens: electric oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine sit ready. Upstairs are three bedrooms—two doubles and two singles—plus a bathroom with bath and shower attachment, and a separate shower room with heated towel rails in each.

The cottage sleeps six and is yours alone. Bed linen, towels, electricity, heating and Wi-Fi are included. A welcome pack arrives with you. The grounds offer a patio, seating areas and a barbecue, though these are shared with other properties on-site. There is a pub within a mile. Note that the cottage sits at the edge of the rocks with steps down through the grounds, so it's not suitable for children under eight. One pet is welcome. No smoking inside.

At high tide, you can swim directly from the rocks into the cove's deep, clear water. The location is uncompromising: you're staying in a working fishing village on the north Cornish coast, near Saint Austell.