As a nation known for the love of our loyal four-legged friends, more and more people are choosing to holiday in the UK with their dogs rather than put them in kennels.

This growing popularity for pet friendly holidays has seen one leading Cornish holiday destination meet demand by increasing the number of Dog Friendly properties it is offering.

Set in the beautiful Cornish village of Porthtowan, home to one of Cornwall's best Blue Flag beaches*, offering guests direct access to some of North Cornwall's most spectacular coastline - making it perfect for keen walkers and outdoor enthusiasts Towan Valley now has 5 dog friendly properties available.

With coastal paths, inland walking and cycle trails, beautiful wooded walks and dog friendly gardens all within a stones throw of the development, Towan Valley is perfect for couples or families wanting to bring their dog away with them whether for a short break or main holiday.

Crowned best holiday destination for the fourth year running at the British Travel Awards 2012, Cornwall has become the ultimate UK all-year-round location for a short break or family holiday where the dog goes too!

This new development of over 20 beautifully designed 2,3 and 4 bedroom contemporary eco-style beach retreats, of which a selection have been allocated dog friendly status - is 12 miles equidistant between St Ives and Newquay.

Nestled in a wooded valley, Towan Valley boasts luxury self catering accommodation which enjoy the very latest facilities including Wi-Fi, flat screen TVs, a fully fitted modern kitchen, off road parking and fully landscaped gardens.

Towan Valley is a great base from which to visit some of the county's leading attractions with plenty of dog friendly pubs and restaurants along the way.

The properties are available through Aspects Holidays (www.aspects-holidays.co.uk) Tel: 01736 754242 and Michael Paul Holidays (www.michaelpaulholidays.co.uk), Tel: 01275 371133.

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*                  Some beaches are dog friendly all year round, other beaches operate a seasonal dog ban                   usually from Easter to October until 7pm daily.

Issued by Graham Buckley/Karen Baker of Mercury PR on 0845 603 8456, graham@mercury-pr.co.uk/karen@mercury-pr.co.uk