Dog friendly cottage, sleeps 2 - Launceston (4mls N), Cornwall

You'll seek nothing more than the comfort and serenity of this bolthole cottage when staying in the magnificent West Country. Situated on a countryside estate with a handful of similar properties, this cosy bolthole for two invites guests to rest, recharge and unwind in between endless outdoor adventures and thrilling tours of Cornwall and Devon. Both north and south coastlines can be reached within a 30-mile drive, as can the eclectic shopping town of Plymouth (26 miles) on Devon's south coast.

Hiking opportunities are laid out right on your doorstep and the lively town of Launceston (1.5 miles) is within walking distance, ideal for wandering out on a morning walk to find coffee and breakfast from an independently owned cafe. Daylight floods this single-storey property, a place where neutral-coloured decor creates a restful home-from-home environment. Enter the accommodation into a large open-plan living space with a lounge, kitchen and dining room, the most inviting spot for raising a glass or rustling up something delicious throughout your stay.

Comfy seating sits opposite a Smart TV for movie nights curled up together, and the king-size bedroom is just next door for when bedtime calls. An en-suite wet room completes the property's interior, whilst a grassy lawned garden with outdoor furniture is offered just outside. Follow the River Tamar (0.5 miles) down by foot or on bike to explore the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (13 miles), a famed beauty spot amongst Devon's ardent countryside.

With views out across Dartmoor and endless nature-filled walking trails, this valley is one to explore with your loved ones by your side. Spend time discovering the National Trust-maintained Cotehele (14.5 miles) with its impressive Tudor house and fabulous estate or visit the Kit Hill Country Park (10.5 miles) where 400 acres of heathland and granite hilltop lay waiting to be explored.