Gently shelving, golden sands and seasonal lifeguard cover make Polzeath Beach a fine choice for families, with visitors returning year-after-year for the village’s laid-back vibe and friendly refreshment stops. Low tide presents an effortless connection to the adjacent – and altogether quieter – Baby Bay, and both are backed by the South West Coast Path. Ascend to the dizzying heights of Pentire Point and the climb rewards with spectacular views back towards Polzeath and the Camel Estuary, while seals and dolphins may be spotted in the waters below. Cross the estuary from Rock to Padstow – famous as a foodie destination, it’s home to a pretty working harbour where children can haul crabs from the calm water and you watch all the action from a quayside inn or cafe. Alternatively, visit the National Lobster Hatchery on the quayside where, after learning about its marine conservation work, you can adopt your own baby lobster – a novel holiday souvenir!
A perfect base for exploring Polzeath and its surrounds, this ground-floor apartment is one of a small collection that occupies a convenient location with a National Trust footpath leading down to the two beaches just 500m away. Allocated parking opposite the building is supplemented by further spaces nearby; once through the shared front entrance, a corridor leads to your own front door – step inside and the open-plan living space is bright and airy with a kitchen to one end offering all the home essentials. Start your day at the stylish breakfast bar and end it with lively conversations at the dining table; conveniently close, the sofa is ideally positioned for streaming your Netflix favourites on the Smart TV. A bath with shower above ensures all are happy. Close-by, the master bedroom has a king-size bed for supreme comfort. Children will love their room, which has a double bed beneath a single, the uppermost suitable only for under 12s. And if you’re bringing a canine companion, he’ll get a bed, blankets and biscuits to make him feel at home too.
Fully-glazed doors open from your lounge area onto a shared front lawn where you can enjoy food, drinks and board games alfresco. There are more shared lawns at the rear of the property, along with a recreation field ideal for ball games.