On show through walls of windows, the sea is a huge presence at this family-run hotel on the cliffs above a surfers' beach, which offers craft sessions as well as a spa and kids club. Built in 1959 in the California Modern style and a sister hotel to The Scarlet (see entry), it has breezy, Scandi-inspired decor. Some of the contemporary bedrooms, in coastal colours, overlook countryside, but most have Atlantic views. Doubles have a bath and walk-in shower or double monsoon shower, an Italian espresso machine. 'Apartments' have a king-size bed, a separate bunk room, living area and patio or Juliet balcony. Activities include everything from painting classes to open-air theatre; there is also an art gallery. Outside, there is a sun terrace, play area, pods, hammocks, a hot tub. In the Wild Café you can eat a bakery breakfast (cooked items extra), salads and sandwiches, and dinner – maybe Cornish crab linguine, Malaysian fish and shellfish curry, or a burger. In the restaurant, a short menu changes daily, according to whatever produce is at its best.