Port Isaac has been named as one of the UK's most beautiful villages.

This is according to Big 7 Travel, which put together a list of 20 as chosen by the country's top photographers.

The coastal enclave located in Cornwall is third on the list and is known for its quintessential charm.

It is tucked between two sloping hills and fronted by a harbour dotted with fishing boats.

The enchanting sight has even served as a backdrop for the successful television series Doc Martin.

Port Isaac is the definition of picturesque, offering a snapshot into the delightful simplicity of village life.

Visitors are drawn by its old-world allure which lies in the convergence of traditional fishing practices.

Falmouth Packet: This is according to Big 7 Travel, which put together a list of 20 as chosen by the country's top

Visitors can still see fishers sailing back to the harbour with the day's catch, and the 14th-century narrow streets which houses quaint shops waiting to be explored.

Equally attractive is the nearby Polzeath Beach, known for surfing and for providing a perfect view of sunsets, teeming with whitewashed cottages creating an idyllic scenery for both locals and tourists alike.

For those planning to stay longer than a day trip, the Port Gaverne Hotel offers accommodation in a secluded cove of Port Isaac.

This location allows visitors to revel in the charm of the village and easily head to the attractions and activities the village offers.

Port Isaac's natural beauty, rich history, and ambient serenity add to the charm that put it on the map as one of the UK's best.

Its unique flair which fuses a humble fishing village vibe with a tourist-friendly environment makes it a well-deserved addition to the list of outstanding UK villages.

Port Isaac joins the rank of other picturesque UK villages including Laugharne in Wales, Solva in Pembrokeshire, and other captivating settlements like Cartmel, Culross, and Ullapool.

See the full list of top 10 most beautiful UK villages below:

  1. Ullapool, Ross and Cromarty, Scotland
  2. Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Scotland
  3. Port Isaac, Cornwall, England
  4. Culross, Fife, Scotland
  5. Cushendun, County Antrim, Northern Ireland
  6. Dent, Cumbria, England
  7. St. Abbs, Scottish Borders, Scotland
  8. Cartmel, Cumbria, England
  9. Solva, Pembrokeshire, Wales
  10. Laugharne, Carmarthenshire, Wales