Guests say
Spindrift is a spacious, well-equipped apartment in Newquay, Cornwall, offering breathtaking sea views and direct access to coastal walks and beaches. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, excellent facilities, and welcoming, helpful owners. The property is dog-friendly and ideal for exploring the area. While some mention minor issues with parking, soundproofing, and sofa comfort, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the apartment as spotlessly clean, fresh, and well-presented. Only one review mentions minor mould, but this is outweighed by the consistent praise for cleanliness.
The location is universally praised for its stunning sea views, proximity to beaches, and easy access to walks and local attractions. Guests frequently describe the setting as breathtaking and ideal for exploring Cornwall.
Guests find the apartment comfortable, spacious, and cosy, with comfortable beds and efficient heating. A few mention firm sofas and pillows, and occasional noise from neighbouring flats, but these are minor compared to the overall comfort.
The apartment is described as exceptionally well-equipped, with ample kitchenware, appliances, and thoughtful extras like hose attachments for wetsuits. Maintenance is prompt, with quick responses to any issues. Some minor suggestions for parking improvements are noted.
Guests appreciate the owner's helpful communication, detailed information, and small touches such as spare dog bowls and hose attachments. While some mention the idea of a welcome pack, gifts or extras are not guaranteed.
About this property
Porth 0.5 miles. Spindrift is the perfect, year-round bolt hole for those seeking a romantic weekend away, or a traditional family beach holiday close to the waters and boasting an amazing sea view. This contemporary, ground-floor apartment is set between Watergate Bay and Newquay, a very short stroll from the child-friendly, award-winning Porth Beach, which unusually for this part of Cornwall has flat access from the beach’s car park. Upon entering this well-furnished holiday home, your eyes are immediately drawn to the large windows in the sitting area, which provide spectacular, uninterrupted far-reaching views across the Porth Island beauty spot, over the sea and along the coast to Newquay Harbour.
The spacious open-plan living area consists of a well-equipped kitchen, leading to a separate dining area and then onto the sitting area with two large sofas, perfect for relaxing and simply gazing out across the rolling waves. A patio door opens to a grassed area where you can sit and enjoy the views. The master bedroom has a king-size bed and luxury en-suite, as well as boasting a sea view; ideal for breakfast in bed while watching the ocean. The second bedroom is a twin, which can be set up as a king-size double bed on request. Outside, a small private enclosed courtyard patio, complete with furniture, offers a peaceful suntrap where you can relax together late into summer evenings.
Beach and surf buffs will find this location absolutely ideal, and be spoilt for choice by the selection of sandy bays nearby. Walk across the road, turn left and within a short stroll you are on Porth Beach, after first passing Whipsiderry Beach, adored by surfers who flock here throughout the season. Set opposite the South West Coastal Path, the cottage is perfectly placed for hiking by yourselves or with your dog; as dogs are welcome at this apartment. Just under two miles away by road, or a steady walk along the beach and coast path, you can discover the many delights that the lively seaside resort of Newquay offers.
Follow the coastal path east towards Watergate Bay which is celebrated for the plentiful watersports on offer. By car, virtually all of Cornwall's tourist attractions are within easy reach, or you can take advantage of the regular coastal bus service to Padstow or Newquay, making this fine holiday home the perfect location whatever the time of year. If you are arriving by plane, the airport is just a short drive away.
Porth is a small seaside village on the outskirts of Newquay. The village offers a sandy beach, shops and cafés, plus nearby is the SW Coast Path, which boasts spectacular scenery. Watergate Bay with its rolling waves, surf schools and restaurant is a short walk away, and the popular resort of Newquay with its beaches, watersports, pubs, restaurants, zoo and aquarium is well worth a visit. Porth is an ideal base for a Cornish getaway.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with TV and en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size double on request).
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric panel heaters.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for strictly one car only in school holidays, at other times a second car is only available upon request.
Enclosed private courtyard with furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub within 0.7 miles.
Beach 0.1 miles.
Note: Please contact the office to see if booking can be accepted if you are looking to book within 72 hours of the holiday start date.
Please note: no stag or hen parties or similar.
Nearby points of interest
- Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay
- Eden Project
Reviews (28)
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Gini
The views are amazing and the apartment is in the perfect location for exploring Cornwall.
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David
The apartment had everything you could need and more. Our only minor gripes were the sofas are a bit too firm and the bed pillows the same, but it didnt spoil our stay. Donna, the owner, gave us loads of information before we arrived which was very helpful and is always available if you had a problem. The local area is really beautiful and porth beach is a great place to take the dog for a run. The headland between the beaches is well worth an explore and we was lucky to see the dragons breath at the top. The mermaid pub on the beach does a decent pint and a good choice of food, although a bit on the dear side. If we were to return to this area we would have no problem staying at Spindrift again.
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John
Location is highly desirable. Private rear courtyard is nice, but was not the evening suntrap described, as the sun set at the front of the property. However, front grassed area was totally suitable for sitting and watching the sea and sunset, so was still a total win. We WILL be rebooking this property for future holidays, can't praise it highly enough.