Last Minute Cottages in Cawsand

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Emily - Verified booking

  The property was large so perfect for our annual family holiday however in comparison to other properties it left a lot to be desired.

  There was an immediate damp / musky smell in the living spaces and bedroom cupboards, and the carpets weren’t clean which was a concern as we had a toddler with us. When we arrived the house was basically empty save for a toilet roll in each bathroom and some hand towels. As the check in wasn’t until 4pm we assumed (as seen in other properties) a small welcome package of a handful of tea bags / coffee and some milk but there was nothing. From experience, we have expected at least the bare essentials for the first night especially when some of the party were travelling +6 hours by car. We had to buy hand soap for every bathroom, milk, sugar, salt, pepper, tea towels, dishwasher tablets, washing machine pods, dish soap, anti bacterial cleaning spray, sponges, bin bags, and cling film. We weren’t aware the garden was shared and felt overlooked by the people living in the attached / neighbouring property. However, the owners were nearby and helpful for anything that was needed which was handy and re-assuring, but definitely needed considering there was only one key available despite the booking being for 11 people. Finally, one of the houses locally had multiple dogs with almost constant barking and left dog mess frequently in the shared parking area which had to be cleaned up by our party. All of this took the shine from the holiday and we come to Cornwall every year but we won’t re-book this property which is a massive shame because it has the potential to be a beautiful holiday home / let.

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• Natalie - Verified booking

  A musky, stinky, tired and tacky Farmhouse with little to be desired but the grounds it is set in.

  Ill equipped for disabled users due to 2 steps from the kitchen into the disabled bedroom, sitting room and living room (which are not detailed on the advert). The farmhouse is tired and in desperate need of updating. Marks on the walls, carpets and floors. An open grid in the downstairs bedroom made the room smell mouldy. Open cavities in the skirting boards which allowed frogs to visit. Carpets stained and grubby looking, beds old and uncomfortable. Sofas sagging and dirty. Floors unswept. Kitchen table was tacky to the touch. And made worse by the fact there was no cleaning products to maintain the property during our stay. Simple things like kitchen spray, bin bags, salt and pepper and oil were missing. WiFi wasn’t very strong unless sat in the kitchen next to the router. Although physically close, the nearest shop was down a long and winding 60mph road with no footpaths. Which was dangerous with a disabled person and small children. The owners live directly opposite the property which we found intrusive. They have several large dogs which barked often. Overall very disappointing given the lack of cleanliness and lack of provision for disabled guests. We would not visit here again for free.

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• Stephen - Verified booking

  Just had a lovely week in the RAME penisula staying at Pentreath.

  The house is cosy and welcoming, and very well fitted out. The upper two floors have 4 lovely decorated bedrooms, comfortable beds and good storage that will sleep 9 (although I think the 3 bed bunk room is more suitable for children). There are 2 showers and 3 loos on these floors so very generous, as there is another shower/loo on ground floor. The ground floor is a lounge, kitchen/diner, and small 'snug' all well presented and fitted out, although at full occupancy it could feel 'busy'. We were two couples so absolutely ideal. The surrounding area is lovely with walks in both directions along the coast, Plymouth is easily reached, the village has 5 pubs, coffee shop, deli, and a Spar, and is delightful and welcoming. If you want to visit this area then definitely recommend Kingsand/Cawsand and Pentreath along with the Halfway pub.

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• Louise - Verified booking

  Apart from all the issues leading up to the holiday (communication with Sykes) the cottage seemed great on arrival.

  Unfortunately it soon became clear that the floors downstairs although had been washed (they were still wet) and smelt clean, were in fact filthy. After wiping up a spilt drink, the cloth turned black! It was then the same when we wiped the kitchen table- dirty again! If the place had taken nine hours to clean, this shouldn't have happened, not should we have found playing cards and Lego under one if the sofas in the playroom. There was a feeling of damp in most of the rooms and as the week went on, the damp smell got worse and the books we'd left in the play room were actually damp right through by the time we left. It was such a shame as the cottage was a great size and great location and we would have booked again, but I can't expect my parents and children to stay in such a damp house. It really needs sorting out!

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• Meme - Verified booking

  We hired Tregonhawke Farm for my husband's 50th birthday celebration weekend.

  We had multiple generations staying ranging from 1 to 80 years! The house was perfect for our needs. Spacious enough to give everyone enough room but the lovely Farmhouse Kitchen provided a great cosy, communal area and was well equipped. Also, high chairs and cots provided by the owners. The garden is beautiful and gets sun for most of the day, fortunately we were blessed with good weather. Also very quiet and peaceful. This is a beautiful, undiscovered part of Cornwall. Rame Head is a two mile walk along the coastal path from Tregonhawke and is stunning. Also, great walks around Mount Edgecumbe. Would also recommend Kingsand/Cawsand for a pint and The Canteen at Maker Heights for food. Thank you to Rebecca and family for hosting us - a great weekend, would definately recommend Tregonhawke Farmhouse

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