The Barton

This enchanting country home is located on the Devon/Cornwall border and offers the perfect base for six people and two four-pawed pals. Nearby, you'll have plenty of options for days out, including highly-rated beaches, fun activities for the children, and superb rural spots that are as pretty as a postcard.

Let yourselves into this inviting bolthole to find stacks of space for waterproof coats and sandy boots before continuing to a well-equipped kitchen. Prepare a seafood feast on the modern countertops and use the endless appliances to create culinary concoctions.

When bellies are full, put your feet up in the traditional yet tasteful lounge and enjoy a family film or favourite board game with all the troops. Use your utility room to wash through any towels after a day at the beach before heading to one of three beautifully appointed bedrooms, all boasting their own en-suite.

The outdoor space is a joy on any morning – come rain or shine! This enclosed garden is perfect for dogs who love to sniff out snoozing spots, while humans are sure to want to nurse their morning coffee while taking in the views of the rolling fields.

Tear away from this exquisite escape and take in the breathtaking coastline of Bude (5 miles), a glorious seaside town offering alluring beaches, rugged walking trails and more fish and chip shops than you can shake a stick at. For the daring of the bunch, there are many opportunities for surfing, swimming, kayaking, and climbing at Adventure Bude (6.5 miles), or why not try an invigorating hike along the South West Coast Path towards Crackington Haven?

In the opposite direction, the village of Hartland (16 miles) provides a charming morning of pottering, or venture to The Milky Way Adventure Park (17.5 miles) for a family attraction of roller coasters, bird of prey displays, and soft play.