After recommendations on good places to stay, 2 adults and 2 kids. Would like traditional cottage style in nice village, nice local pub would be a bonus!

Try these people, been there many times, dog, ferret and child friendly. The beach and some good walks are within about a 10 minute drive, further great beaches all within about a 20-30min drive.

http://buddsbarns.co.uk/

We often stay here in Cawsand, a tiny village that has everything you want. The village is compact, full of tiny lanes and passageways and feels really friendly. Also some good biking closeby. Depending upon the time of year you can catch the boat into Plymouth for the maritme sites too.

The pub (less than a minute)does nice ales, good food, the fish is really special, as you’d expect. Good beachs, cliffs, rock pools, exploring old military stuff, coastal walks. We love the place