Cheswardine

The coastal footpath is right on your doorstep, so lace up those walking boots and prepare to ooh and aah at the stunning seascapes that reveal themselves every step along the way. Head down the path and over the cliffs to the secret beach at Tregardock, it will delight surfers and those who like to hunt among the rock pools, and for more fun at the seaside Trebarwith Strand and the stunning beaches at Polzeath and Daymer Bay are a must.

At the pretty village of Port Isaac listen to the sea shanties performed by the Fisherman's Friends on the quayside on a summer evening, take the Doc Martin trail and visit some familiar sights of the TV series or treat yourself to a meal at not one but two of Nathan Outlaw's restaurants. If you are looking for more places to eat out you won't be disappointed, this is foodie heaven with an abundance of more celebrity and award-winning chefs serving up tempting delights at Padstow, Rock, St Kew and St Tudy. Burn up some of those extra calories with a cycle along the Camel Trail or get really adventurous at Port Gaverne and try your hand at kayaking, coasteering or even paddle boarding. Holidays don't get much better than this.