Cornwall sits on the far south west of England’s coastline and is a mecca for tourists. It’s renowned for its surfing, but other attractions include diving, kayaking, angling, walking, and cycling. Blessed with long golden beaches and the best weather Britain can offer, Cornwall also appeals to those who don’t want such a hectic pace to life.

The best and most economical way to explore Cornwall’s charms is to hire a self catering cottage. Within Cornwall’s picturesque villages, you’ll often find rows of sea front cottages which were formerly used by fishermen but are now put to great use in the tourist trade. An example of this is the beautiful row of cottages in the small village of Looe, which are close to the harbour and can be rented for around £300 per week.