Now we know that the UK has a reputation to uphold when it comes to country pubs and public houses. Harbour House exceeds all expectations. Located on the water’s edge in a little fishing village, this is as quaint as it gets. Grab a pint, though we would highly recommend staying for the food. If you happen to be in the neighbourhood come Sunday, you’ve got to go for the Sunday Lunch: served with Yorkshire puds and beef fat roasties, this is English dining at its finest. 

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. 

Perched on the harbour walk, this little shop holds the key to a coastal wardrobe; cashmeres, bright cotton tunics, tote bags, and locally-made jewellery fill the airy space. Everything you need for a stylish day in the British sun, rosé in hand, of course. 

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.