North Cornwall conjures up wild craggy cliffs, sweeping golden beaches and rolling, booming surf. This coastline is very different to the quainter, protected south coast - no wonder the BBC used it so much for Poldark. This is awe-inspiring stuff - perfect for surfers, walkers and those who just want to admire the view. We've a gorgeous selection of luxury cottages here to share with you - from beautiful barn conversions to dog friendly cottages by the sea - to make sure your holiday is just perfect.

An array of divine dining experiences await you in North Cornwall, be it an indulgent evening in an AA-rated restaurant, an award-winning handmade Cornish pizza or an intimate stroll on one of the many harbours facing out to the mistress that is the Atlantic Ocean.

The fertile soil of the South West plays into the hand of Cornwall, with many restaurants and bistros showcasing the talents of local farmers and producers in what they sell – make sure to stop by a delicatessen for some luxury meats and cheese to enjoy on a bespoke picnic or in your luxury holiday cottage.

Loved by many, mastered by few. The Cornish pasty is a delicacy that North Cornwall has down to a fine art. Visit a local bakery for some fresh parcels of steak and sumptuous flaky pastry; then head to one of the many beaches and let the sea air infuse the atmosphere as you indulge in one of the county’s finest exports.

You know you’re away from the tarmac and turmoil of the capital when a local storyteller is entrancing you with a tale of times past, and a hand-pulled ale at any occasion is a moment to be savoured in itself. North Cornwall holds its pubs and alehouses dear, with some dating back to the 16th Century, and a relaxed beer garden when the sun is shining is a divine place to be with loved ones.

Not just about ale, throughout North Cornwall a glass of afternoon wine or pot of tea from the Tregothnan Estate (Britain’s only producer and grower of tea) is just as spectacular, to be enjoyed with a luscious luxurious cream tea, pick me up between activities or just as a simple treat for some ‘you time’.

Cornwall is a beautiful place, and there are Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty around the North coast to prove it, as if there were any contrary evidence to the incredible views from the South West Coast Path of basking sharks, seals and puffins in their native habitat.

Legend has it that North Cornwall is the birthplace of King Arthur, and historical sites around the area (including the castles of St Materiana’s and King Arthur’s own, Tintagel) let little feet turn into knights of shining armour, whilst wicked witches can visit Boscastle’s famed Museum of Witchcraft.

Outdoors is very much on the agenda when enjoying a luxury break in North Cornwall; cycling, geological walks and mountain boarding are just some of the activities for visitors who like to keep their feet on dry land, and coasteering, surf lessons and a world bellyboarding championships are for the water babies!