Situated on the Rame Peninsula and in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, these twinned villages once used to lie either side of the boarder, with Cawsand in Cornwall and Kingsand in Devon. In 1844 Kingsand became part of Cornwall and today they form a pretty stretch of coastline sheltered by a wooded headland, facing east with fantastic views of Plymouth Sound and separated by a small rocky promontory. With two beaches which never get really crowded and a good selection of shops, cafes and restaurants and with narrow streets and prettily-coloured cottages, this is a charming spot and often feels like stepping back in time. 

The Halfway House Inn (so-called because it once straddled the Cornwall - Devon border) is great for proper pub grub and a good pint. The Old Bakery in Cawsand serves fantastic food for lunch and breakfast and as the name suggests specialises in bread – you can even book yourself on a bread making course. In the evening they serve takeaway artisan pizzas. Nearby, Matt Corners’ View Restaurant in Millbrook is worth a visit (it has spectacular views, as the name suggests).

There’s a good selection of places to drink from cafes to pubs. The Cross Keys and The Halfway House Inn are typical Cornish pubs and you’re not short of a place or two to grab a coffee or a luscious cream tea.

There’s plenty to do in this part of the country such as catching the ferry into the heart of Plymouth Marina for a day out, walking the South West Coastal path and enjoy the fabulous water sports available. Treat yourself to a locally-made ice cream and enjoy the sunshine whilst relaxing on one of the two beaches – Kingsand beach is great for swimming and boating. If walking is more your thing, take to the coastal path and head to Mount Edgcumbe. Whitsand Bay is nearby with 5 miles of stunning beaches, Mount Edgcumbe Country Park is a lovely landscaped park whilst Port Eliot House and Estate and Anthony House and gardens are beautiful houses with stunning gardens.