The Jam Store

Couples and small groups looking for a straightforward seaside base will find The Jam Store fits the bill. This single-storey apartment sits on the north Cornwall coast at Mawgan Porth, within walking distance of a wide sandy beach and the village's shops, restaurant, pub and surf shop. The space is compact but complete: an open-plan living area with a 36-inch TV, separate kitchen with electric cooking and a dishwasher, a double bedroom, and a bathroom with shower. Bed linen, towels and wi-fi are included, and you have private parking for two cars.

The location works well as a springboard. Newquay and Padstow are both close by—Padstow reachable along either the coastal road or the walking path, with its restaurants, fishing trips and the Camel Trail for cycling. Newquay's beaches and attractions lie just 3 miles away, as does Watergate Bay with its café and water sports academy. The Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan and Bodmin Moor are all within reach. If you're travelling by air, Newquay airport is minutes away. One dog is welcome. The property is non-smoking throughout.