Nestled alongside Rose Hill, a pretty lane that winds down through the village towards the harbour, First and Last offers those through its doors, an authentic Cornish getaway. Thick stone walls, a higgledy-piggledy slate roof and rustic wooden beams are reminiscent of First and Last's former life as a barn.
Inside, the rooms are deceptively spacious. An open plan living area sits under a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and brickwork. These reclaimed finishes meet modern flourishes, creating a luxurious, homely ambience. A log burner crackles in front of plush grey sofas. Wooden floors flow into the kitchen and here you have everything you need to create holiday dishes with fresh fish from the local fishmongers.
After a day exploring the dizzying heights of the nearby coastal paths, sleepy souls can head down the staircase to the peaceful refuge below. The master bedroom sits under wooden beams and an ornate fireplace and stained-glass window adorn the wall opposite the king-sized bed. A second twin bedroom boasts a spa-like en-suite, where long bubble baths will rejuvenate tired legs.
First and Last's sheltered, south-facing garden, complete with hot tub, is the perfect place to idle away an evening. Here, you can slip into holiday mode, soak up the last of the day's sunshine and watch the seagulls soar in the sky above. Stroll down the hill and enjoy a tipple or two in one of the village's famous watering holes or experience a culinary masterpiece in one of Nathan Outlaw's restaurants.