Rock, so beloved of the late John Betjeman, who is buried in the quaint church of St. Enedoc which was dug out of the sand dunes 100 years ago, is famous for its watersports including sailing, wind-surfing and water-skiing. The area is also a magnet for golfers with the famous links course of St. Enedoc a short distance away, and the new inland course at Roserrow Golf and Country Club, discounted membership of which is included in your holiday, only 2 miles away.

The Camel Trail, a disused railway line which runs along the south bank of the river Camel from Bodmin to Padstow via Wadebridge, is a popular route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Views of the water and surrounding countryside are spectacular, and can be enjoyed in safety 365 days a year from this traffic-free right of way. Bicycles can be hired from Wadebridge or Padstow, and details of riding stables are available in the houses, along with a wide variety of tourist information.

A short ferry ride across the Camel estuary from Rock will bring you to the quaint and picturesque harbour town of Padstow where there is still a thriving fishing fleet. You can wander around the shops, enjoy a cream tea in one of many small cafes, or take a boat ride on the 'Jubilee Queen' around the coastline, or the speedboat 'Jaws' in the estuary. Prideaux Place, a brisk walk away up the hill behind Padstow is worth a visit. The town is famous for its 'Obby Oss' celebrations on May Day, and for the Seafood Restaurant owned by Rick Stein. A water taxi is available to return diners to Rock after an evening out in Padstow, and the properties are a brisk 3/4 hour walk away over the golf course and the Greenaway headland. Alternatively there are several good taxi firms who can collect you from the ferry at Rock. A trip to the Padstow side of the Camel Estuary provides access to several other stunning beaches including Harlyn, Trevone, Constantine Bay and Treyarnon Bay, and there is another famous links golf course at Trevose.

Other houses worth visiting in the area include Lanhydrock, and Pencarrow. Now open the fabulous Eden Project near St. Austell will provide a wonderful day out. Garden lovers could combine this with a visit to the Lost Gardens of Heligan.

The fishing port of Port Isaac with its steep, narrow streets and attractive cottages is 15 minutes drive away. The village is very pretty and has several seafood restaurants. The coastal footpath is particularly spectacular here, and between Port Isaac and Port Gaverne provides strenuous exercise for the fittest of walkers.

Discounted membership of Roserrow provides a range of leisure activities within 5 minutes drive. Situated behind Polzeath, activities include golf, tennis, superb indoor swimming pool with jaccuzi, steam room and sauna, and a well equipped gymnasium. Beauty therapy treatments are also available. The club house has a family restaurant and the Sunday lunch carvery is particularly good.