Perched high above the Atlantic near Mullion, the Polurrian is one of Cornwall's finest cliff-top hotels. Join me as I discover its history, wonderful sea views, excellent food and why it's the perfect base for exploring the beautiful Lizard Peninsula.

From dramatic clifftop hotels and historic fishing inns to country-house retreats and foodie stays, these are some of my favourite places to stay on the Lizard Peninsula and around South Cornwall.

The Lizard Peninsula is Cornwall’s most dramatic and distinctive landscape — a windswept headland stretching into the Atlantic and home to Britain’s most southerly point. From the turquoise waters of Kynance Cove to the timeless fishing village of Cadgwith, this remarkable corner of the West Country feels more like Brittany than Britain.

Porthleven has become one of Cornwall's great foodie destinations. Discover the story behind its culinary success, eat at Kota, stay above the restaurant and explore the harbour, coast and famous Porthleven Food Festival.

A beautiful walk from Cadgwith into the wooded Poltesco Valley, taking in Carleon Cove, the ruins of its Victorian serpentine works and a stretch of the Lizard coast.

Church Cove at Gunwalloe is one of Cornwall's most magical coastal locations. This beautiful walk explores secluded beaches, dramatic cliffs, the famous Church of the Storms, Dollar Cove and some of the finest scenery on the Lizard Peninsula.

The spectacular walk from Mullion Cove to Lizard Point takes in some of Cornwall's finest coastal scenery, including Predannack, Kynance Cove and the dramatic cliffs of the Lizard Peninsula. I also reveal why Mullion Cove Harbour Apartments make an excellent base for exploring this beautiful part of Cornwall.

Discover the beautiful Poltesco Valley and Carleon Cove on Cornwall’s Lizard Peninsula, where a remarkable Victorian serpentine industry once transformed this quiet coastal valley.