On the Roseland Peninsula, St Mawes is the kind of fishing village to bring your camera to – pastel cottages, bobbing boats, and fresh sea air. Overlooking it all, St Mawes Castle sits tall and pretty on the headland, one of Henry VIII’s best-preserved coastal forts. You can walk the ramparts, watch for dolphins, then drop down into the village for crab sandwiches and a pint as the ferry comes in.

The Mediterranean or the Cornish coastline? Hotel Tresanton could fool us. This is a charming seaside retreat with remarkable sea views, making it the perfect spot for a family get-away, or romantic stay for two. 

The Idle Rocks at St Mawes isn't just set within a jaw-droppingly gorgeous location, nor is it just an exceptional restaurant serving up mouth-watering dishes headed by chef Matt Haggath. It is also a place to unwind, relax, and call home for your Cornwall adventure. With only 19 rooms, this spot is small, though big on comfort. 

Perched on the top of the hill Portscatho, The Standard Inn is a cosy, quintessential pub to sip on a pint and watch the world go by. The food is also utterly scrumptious: with changing weekly menus, you’re sure to find something that tickles your fancy.