With many properties already snapped up for half-term, The Cornish Collection reports that it still has pockets of availability around the popular south east corner of the county. 

Take three-bedroom/two-bathroom Summertime at Seasons, a whole self-contained wing of a country house hotel – ideally placed if cook wants a night off! – in a peaceful and secluded valley close to the bustling harbour resort of Looe. 

Sleeping six in stylish comfort, half-term week costs £755 for arrivals on 24 May and families can save a fortune on kennel fees as one well-behaved pet can stay too for just £25 extra.

Meanwhile for those that want to be in the thick of it, Mariner’s Rest is a two bedroom property – one en suite – at the heart of Looe’s ancient cobbled lanes, only seconds from the harbour and beach.

With a balcony overlooking the estuary, it sleeps four and costs just £440 for seven nights from 23 May. 

For an extensive range of self catering holiday cottages, houses and apartments, visit www.cornishcollection.co.uk or call 0845 365 1394 for more information.