2-Bedroom Hot Tub Lodge near Carnkie

This stylish, contemporary lodge sits in a quiet area of rural Cornwall, on an off-the-beaten-track holiday park that's set midway between the county's north and south coasts. Made for couples and small families who want to surf and swim one day and tranquil countryside the next, it's surrounded by fields and hedgerows, with lanes and bridleways beyond for walking, cycling and horse-riding.

Around 10 miles away, the Southwest Coast Path offers scenic walks and the chance to spot seals and dolphins in the sea below. Stithians Lake Activities Centre is a draw for anyone keen on water sports, just 2 miles away, while the maritime town of Falmouth and arty St Ives are both within 18 miles, each of them offering fabulous beaches and an array of shops, galleries, bars and seafood restaurants.

Take four steps up to the door of your timber-clad lodge, which has a spacious interior with high ceilings and pale walls, creating a light and airy impression that sets the scene for a relaxing getaway. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area form the heart of the layout, with the comfortable seating, generous dining table, and well-equipped kitchen sharing one bright room so the cook is never cut off from the conversation.

You'll have everything necessary for a self-catering stay, including a dishwasher and a microwave, and there's a breakfast bar where two people can sip a morning coffee together. French doors open straight onto the decking, ready to be flung open for a wonderful inside/outside feeling.

You'll also have a TV for slow evenings in. Leading off the living area, the king-size bedroom has ample storage and an en-suite shower room with a shower and WC.

The second bedroom is arranged as a twin and uses a sleek family bathroom with a shower over the bath. The private decked area faces south and boasts a picnic bench for al fresco dining.