Sun Peaks

The South Hams coast around Salcombe is made for long stays with families. Sun Peaks sits within reach of the town's restaurants and shops on foot, and North Sands beach—where dogs are welcome—is equally close by. The village itself has a convenience store five minutes' walk away and a bus stop even nearer, useful if you want to explore further without the car.

This four-bedroom detached house sleeps eight across two storeys. The ground floor is open-plan living, dining and kitchen, with doors to a balcony; the kitchen has everything you need for proper cooking, and there's a sitting area with television. Bedrooms 3 and 4 are also on this level. Upstairs are bedrooms 1 and 2, the latter with its own ensuite and garden access, plus a family shower room. Three bathrooms and showers in total mean mornings run smoothly. Bed linen, towels and wifi are supplied; heating and electricity are included. The enclosed garden has a lawn, patio and barbecue, and an outside shower for rinsing off after beach days. One dog is welcome here.

Parking for two cars comes with the property, with further spaces available on the road. The house suits groups wanting independent living within easy reach of coast and town, rather than isolated countryside.