Hidden behind the dunes of Upton Towans Nature Reserve, this luxury eco-home is just moments from the beach. Make your way barefoot down the sandy path flanked by rolling dunes and wild grass to Gwithian Beach's three miles of soft, golden sand. Surfing the Atlantic swells, searching the rock pools for shells, splashing in the Atlantic Ocean – whatever you get up to, there's no doubt that this is a pretty dreamy locale, especially if you prefer to start and end your days with strolls along the shore. In the afternoons, head to St Ives (fifteen minutes by car) for a fish and chips lunch, or pack a picnic and hike to the rugged cliffs near Godvrey Head for a seal-spotting session.

Made with sustainability in mind and locally-sourced materials, this contemporary, light-filled home treads lightly on the environment and is the ideal base for a coastal escape with family or friends. It's got all the bells-and-whistles – shiny kitchen, underfloor heating, rainfall shower in the main en-suite – plus plenty of style, to boot. We love the surfboards hung on the walls, the swish seating in the living area and the leafy houseplants. The best part of all, however, is the wraparound terrace, with its bubbling hot tub, comfy sun loungers, boules court and swing set for the kids – it's the perfect spot to while away lazy summer days and watch the night roll in.
*A cot and high chair are available for little ones –please bring your own cot linen
*Kids are more than welcome here – toys, children's books and the swingset will keep them entertained
*You'll want a car if you plan to explore further afield – this home has a private gravel driveway with space for two vehicles
*There are ten homes on the site, but they are all thoughtfully blended in with their natural surroundings, so it doesn't feel too busy
Barbeque
Bathtub
Board Games
Cafetiere
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Central Heating
Coffee Maker
Cooking Essentials
Dishwasher
Free Parking On Premises
Freezer
Fridge
Garden
Hair Dryer
Hangers
High Chair
Hot Tub
Iron
Ironing Board
Kitchen
Kitchen Utensils
Library of Books
Microwave
Outdoor Seating
Oven
Parking Available
Patio / Terrace
Pets Allowed
Pod Coffee Machine
Private Entrance
Rain Shower
Self Check-in / Check-out
Single-Level Home
Smoke Detector
Sound System
Stove
Throws
Toaster
TV
Underfloor Heating
Washing Machine
Wi-fi
XBox