Pet friendly cottage, sleeps 4 - Bude (1.5mls NE), Cornwall

Find happiness in this quirky abode on the border of Cornwall and Devon. A home away from home, Happy Days is a cottage that lets you experience the best of both, as quaint Cornish villages and spectacular coastline are both only a short distance away. Imagine waking up in a serene, secluded place with no interruptions and deciding where to spend your day exploring, based on the flip of a coin.

Whatever time of year you choose to visit, this cottage will leave you only in good spirits. Sit in the conservatory soaking up the sun or let the pitter patter of rain help you drift off into a slumber. Put your feet up and get cosy by the fire in the evenings, savouring the comfort and tranquillity of your surroundings.

Dogs are welcome and are sure to enjoy snooping around the enclosed garden. Bude is an accessible and friendly coastal town where foodies, surfers and families will find everything they've been looking for and more. Try your hand at paddleboarding at Bude Tidal Pool, a safe bathing spot that's completely free to enter.

If you'd rather stay out of the water, there are a plethora of local galleries and cafes to browse, or you can stretch your legs and take in the unbeatable views of the South West Coast Path. Holsworthy is only 10 miles away, a bustling traditional market town perfect for a souvenir and a bite to eat.