Dog friendly cottage, sleeps 6 - Hayle (2mls N), Cornwall

In an extraordinary location right by the wide, sandy beach at Hayle, with uninterrupted views across the beach and Carbis Bay to St Ives in the distance, this large bungalow property will provide a memorable setting for your classic North Cornish seaside holiday. The South West Coast Path runs just beyond the garden fence so you have access to miles of beautiful coastal walking. The property and the beach are dog-friendly so your four-legged friends can come along too.

With big, bright windows facing westwards to the sea, the amazing view and that distinctive North Cornish light wash right inside. The overriding feel is of space and comfort, with natural wood flooring and special touches like a telescope for wildlife watching, and graceful white drapes making the sitting room feel even brighter. Outside, there's a large paved patio area with seating and a small summerhouse, so fire up the BBQ and round off your beach day with sundowners and maybe some delicious sizzling grilled mackerel, in fine seaside style.

Because of the famous North Cornish light and landscape, there's a great tradition of local artists; they are showcased in many local galleries and at the Tate St Ives Gallery, 10 miles away. Hayle centre is 1 mile away on foot and has great shops and restaurants. For a different style of beach, Portreath, 10 miles away, lies between sheltering cliffs.

Famous for its Atlantic swells, be sure to try your hand at surfing whilst in North Cornwall too. Or, visit spectacular St Michael's Mount, via picturesque Marazion in the very different landscape of the south coast, 11 miles away.