Driftwood Haven, St Ives

Driftwood Haven is a spacious self-catering house in St Ives that suits dog owners who want room to spread out within easy reach of the Cornish coast. As a whole-house rental rather than a hotel room, it gives a travelling dog its own ground-floor space with no shared corridors or lobbies to navigate, and the location puts the harbour, the town and the South West Coast Path within walking distance.

Guests who have stayed with dogs describe a comfortable, well-finished holiday home - modern decor, plenty of space and a convenient spot away from the busiest tourist crush but still close to a local shop. Families travelling with both children and a dog have found it relaxing, with comfortable beds and a warm, clean interior.

A couple of honest caveats are worth flagging for dog owners. The garden isn't fully secure, and a guest with a small dog noted their pet couldn't get up onto the raised lawn unaided - so this is a better fit for a steadier or larger dog than for a small or escape-prone one that needs a properly contained outdoor space. The house also asks that dogs stay off the furniture and beds, and at least one family arrived to find dog hair left by previous occupants, so the rule clearly matters to the owners even when it isn't always observed. Packing a lint roller and not relying on the supplied vacuum would be sensible.

The booking listing doesn't publish a pet fee or formal pet policy for the property, so confirm the current terms - how many dogs are allowed, any cleaning charge, and the furniture rule - directly with the host when you book.

Best suited to families and couples travelling with a calm, well-house-trained dog who want a comfortable base for exploring St Ives on foot.