Beach Cottages in Plymouth

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• M - Verified booking

  Unfortunately we were not told about any building works near the cottage when we booked so when we arrived we were shocked to see a major build with scaffolding to the left of the house.

  The garden to other side of the cottage was also being used for the builder's portaloo and portakabin which which when in use the door overlooked our garden. The workmen started at 7.30am and started the cement mixer and were constantly wheelbarrowing buiding materials pass the cottage. We did call Sykes as we wanted to leave that morning but were told if we did we would not qualify for a refund so after spending most of Monday speaking to Sykes they confirmed the owner would either reduce the weekly charge by 20% (not an option) or refund the nights we did not stay, we ageed to the latter so we could just get out of this situation. We did finally manage to get a refund for the 3 nights we did not stay (although it was due to Sykes we had to stay and pay for an extra night!) but the owner refused to consider this. In retrospect we should have asked for a full refund! The photos on the website are not a true reflection of the area at the moment so these photos and information need to be updated. If we had been told of the excessive build we would not have chosen this cottage. The cleanliness was also an issue, chip in oven, bbq dirty, t-shirt found behind microwave (?) and worse was the filthy smelly rugs in the sitting room. The back garden was also overgrown as noted in a preious review July 2021. Sykes do not check the cottages as far I understand they rely on the owner and paying guests to update them which totally unacceptable. You will most certainly be aware of the problems as noted above as it took nearly all week to speak with your company to get any conclusion when it should have been a week or relaxation.

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• Peter - Verified booking

  The cottage is situated in a quiet suburb of Hooe.

  On arrival it soon bacome obvious that there wasn't a wardrobe to hang our clothes nor chest of drawers. On closer inspection the cupboard featured in one of the photos has removable shelves which then allowed my partner to hang her dresses and my shirts, we lived out of our suitcases for all our other clothing. The settee is a bed-settee and not necessarily designed for comfort. The cottage is tidy with all the mod-cons as you would expect but most flat surfaces are covered in plastic flowery things, way too many when space is at a premium in a small cottage. There's a disticnct smell of damp in the confinded areas, but with DIY air vents situated around the place to help air circulation. The stairs are akin to a ladder although I managed OK (67 years old). The gardens, front and rear are fabulous and well maintained. The Royal Oak down the street is a bit of a dive, can't say anything regarding food as we left after one drink. There are much better pubs for food and drink a modest walk away. We took a ferry from Mount Batten overf to Plymouth which was great, and also discovered Mount Edgcombe on another great day out. A tad expensive when compared to similar in Port Issac but ok as a base to work from.

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• Michele - Verified booking

  Lovely clean cottage.

  Wendy who contacted us was at the end of the phone if we needed anything but all was good. The extra fridge in the outhouse was v useful. The pub next door was welcoming for those nights when you just wanted a drink and a meal made for you, menu limited but food good. The landlady was v friendly and welcoming. Noise levels weren't an issue but there again the cottage is next to the pub so you would expect noise at some times. The Clovelly Arms is a must for food, walkable to but do book. They open at 6pm we arrived at 6 for our booking and it filled up v quickly. Staff and food great. Plymbridge Woods a great walk for the pooches. Burrator reservoir also great for dogs. Royal William Yard in Plymouth was a nice place for brunch. In fact lots to do. The cottage is in a good location for walking, woods on your doorstep turn left at the pub up the short hill and you're there. Jennycliffe was close as well. The garden had a lovely view of the lake, as others have mentioned perhaps a couple of chairs would be nice outside rather than the benches, makes for more comfort for an evening in the sun. We've had a super break and the weather being mixed didn't affect our enjoyment at all. l

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• Kevin - Verified booking

  Lovely cottage that has been tastefully updated and very comfortable to stay in.

  Beautiful front garden that sits over the lake and a lovely place to sit and have a few drinks. There’s a back garden that’s secluded accessible by a small door (watch your head - I still have the bumps!) which is ideal for your morning coffee. The spiral staircase is fine but if you have any mobility issues, you may want to take particular care. Property was spotlessly clean upon arrival and a few essentials left for us were gratefully received. Location is fine and there’s a few shops nearby and a pretty decent pub stumbling distance away. Plymouth itself with all that offers is only a 20 minute drive away. Able to park car right next to property and everyone we bumped into was very friendly. Overall, a lovely place to stay. Just wish we had better weather :(

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• Paul - Verified booking

  Firstly, we would return, which is the best feedback you can get.

  However, a few observations which are intended to be helpful, not criticism. The place was freezing when we arrived at 3.30pm and there was no 'welcome' leaflet explaining how to operate the heating. Perhaps it was an oversight? Some pillows and some cushions could do with replacing and the mattress in the second double was uncomfortable. We loved the rather 'lived-in' feel of the place ( old LP's and eclectic taste in decor). The location was ideal for visiting relatives in Hooe. Oh, and finally ----- I thought I read that the Royal Oak gave a 20 per cent discount if you stayed in Oak Cottage, but they seemed to know nothing about it :) No big deal, but you might like to know.

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