Lands End Hostel & B&B, Sennen

Lands End Hostel and B&B is at Mill Barn in Sennen, a mile or so from Land's End at the very western tip of Cornwall. It is a budget hostel-and-B&B rather than a cottage, but it is set up for dogs with more thought than the price would suggest, and the walking from the door is about as good as it gets in the south west.

The practical detail matters here. A dog bed, a dog towel and a food and water bowl are provided at no extra charge, which saves hauling the lot down from home. Dogs need to be added to the booking when you reserve, they must not be left alone in the rooms, and they are not allowed on the beds. None of that is unusual, but it is unusually clearly stated, and it makes the stay easy to plan.

Guests travelling with dogs describe a warm, helpful welcome from the host and a relaxed, sociable feel to the place. The self-catering kitchen is well equipped, there is a comfortable dining corner, a garden with a little seating arbour, and a small shop on site for the things you forgot. Bunk rooms come with a socket and a reading lamp at each bed, which tells you the sort of practical, walker-minded property this is.

The location is the reason most people come. Sennen Cove and its beach are a short walk downhill, Land's End is about a mile off, and this stretch of the South West Coast Path - Gwennap Head, Nanjizal, Cape Cornwall - is among the most dramatic in the country. The main beach carries seasonal dog restrictions over the summer, so check the current dates if you are visiting in peak season; the coast path and the coves either side are open walking all year. The booking listing does not publish a pet fee or weight limit, so confirm the current terms with the property when you book.

Best suited to walkers, independent travellers and anyone happy with hostel-style accommodation who wants a dog-welcoming base in Cornwall's far west. It earns a 4.5/5 paw rating.