Poppy's Annexe Meadow Farm Lower Sticker, St. Austell, PL26 7JL

From this rural gem, you're just a short drive from Cornwall's top attractions and the delightful South Cornish coastOne of two charmingly converted cottage style properties set in private grounds of four acres, it's the perfect hideaway for a couple in search of a tranquil and romantic base from which to exploreTake time for sundowners and al fresco dining on your private patio, or a leisurely meander through the extensive gardensThis traditional stone built cottage has a generous sized and comfortable living room, where the wide doorway to your secluded patio draws the garden inwards.

The style's bright and airy throughout with charmingly lumpy hand sculpted walls, natural woodwork, cheerful colour accents and carefully exposed stoneworkThe compact modern kitchen has cool green garden viewsUpstairs the cosy double bedroom has windows on three sides bathing the room in soft lightThe Eden Project, Heligan Gardens, Mevagissey fishing harbour and Charlestown's sailing heritage are within 8 miles.

At Pentewan 5 miles away, rent bikes, kayaks and paddleboardsGo sea angling from Mevagissey you might catch a meal to rememberWalk the renowned South West Coast Path, or stroll a mile to the local pub or shopTruro, St Austell and Fowey, all within 13 miles, have varied shopping and dining.

Join in the Cornish food revolution pick from the best local produce and seafoodFor a day trip, Cornwall's north coast beckons 15 miles away is Newquay's hip surf scene, 5 miles further are Padstow's famous restaurants.