Guests say
Mallards Cottage in PENTEWAN, Cornwall, is a well-regarded holiday rental with guests praising its cleanliness, prime location, and well-equipped kitchen. The property offers a comfortable stay, though some guests noted issues with heating and hot water. The housekeeper, Claire, is frequently commended for her helpfulness. While some minor maintenance issues are mentioned, the overall experience is positive, with the cottage's proximity to attractions and the beach being a highlight. Guests have enjoyed thoughtful touches, such as a cream tea on arrival, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.
The majority of guests have found the cottage to be very clean and well-presented, with several reviews specifically mentioning the immaculate condition of the property upon arrival.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, local pubs, and attractions like the Lost Gardens of Heligan and the Eden Project. The convenience of the setting in a beautiful village is a recurring positive theme in the reviews.
Guests generally find the cottage comfortable, noting the quality of the beds and the spaciousness. However, some have mentioned issues with the heating system and the firmness of the mattresses, which affects the score slightly.
The cottage is appreciated for its well-equipped kitchen and cleanliness, but several reviews cite issues with maintenance such as heating, hot water supply, and the need for upgrades to some appliances and furniture. These concerns have impacted the overall score for facilities.
Guests have expressed gratitude for the thoughtful touches like the welcome cream tea. While these gestures are warmly received, it is noted that such gifts are a courtesy and may not be a consistent offering for every stay.
About this property
Located in the village square, this detached cottage provides stylish accommodation in the coastal village of Pentewan, South Cornwall. Nestled snugly in the heart of the village it is just a three minute walk to the beach, the old harbour and the village amenities, making it perfect for a traditional family holiday. Two pretty bedrooms overlook the village square and downstairs you will find an attractive, fully equipped kitchen with modern units and wooden worktop. Walk into the open plan dining and sitting area and look forward to relaxing on the comfy sofas at the end of your busy day in the sea air with the woodburner, a welcome addition on those chillier evenings or winter breaks. To the front there is a sunny terrace, perfect for alfresco dining and watching the world go by. Mallards is just 500 yards from Pentewan Beach which is perfect for sunbathing, swimming and watersports enthusiasts and for walkers and cyclists. You can find spectacular dog friendly beaches at Gorran Haven, Carhayes, Perranporth, Watergate Bay and Mawgan Porth. The Pentewan Valley Trail offer 4km of inland paths through beautiful woodland along with the coastal footpath which stretches in either direction over rugged cliff tops and where you can spot hidden coves. For those who wish to tour the area, there are a number of great days out to be enjoyed. A trip to The Lost Gardens of Heligan, pretty Mevagissey and the Eden Project are all with a 20 minute drive, or further afield, the National Marine Aquarium at Plymouth is an impressive and educational attraction. With its low beamed ceilings this charming cottage will provide you with a wonderful and memorable holiday.
Pentewan is a delightful coastal village set back from the sandy expanse of Pentewan Beach. The village shop and pub draw visitors from far and wide, while the beach is good for children. The coastal path passes through the village and as it climbs up the cliffside towards Mevagissey, the views across the bay toward Devon in the far distance are breathtaking. Good cycle paths pass close by the village, there is a great river close by for fishing enthusiasts, the Lost Gardens of Heligan are just a short walk away, and the historic and scenic Charlestown harbour is also close by. The nearby fishing village of Mevagissey offers many restaurants and fresh harbour fish, while the Eden Project is within easy reach and well worth a visit.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility room.
Living room with woodburner, dining and sitting area
Night storage heating.
Electric oven and hob, Espresso coffee machine, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer.
Smart TV, Netflix, DVD, WiFi.
Cot and highchair available on request.
One small dog welcome at £25 per week.
Front terrace with furniture.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent (logs can be replenished from the village store).
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.3 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Eden Project
Reviews (49)
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Nikki
Rather like other reviewers, we found that the bath had a serious leak so was unusable. We couldn't get the shower to stay at a reasonable temperature or flow. There was an unpleasant smell of damp in the kitchen area and stale wood smoke in the living room. There was no back garden. The kitchen is ok if you're less than 6 foot tall. All rather disappointing, especially given the expense. On the bright side, if you can ignore the unpleasant vista of the campsite, the village was lovely and there are lots of great places to visit for outdoor pursuits.
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Pamela
It was really clean, beds were comfortable and suited our needs as we were out most of the day .
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Alice
We love the location and it is very clean but it is starting to get a bit dated and worn. It smelt extremely damp downstairs and one of the livingroom walls was very damp. Thisnis the first time we have noticed this, but it was.overwhlemimg the whole week. The sofas are really really worn now and need replacing, they are so sunken and not cozy at all. The double bed needs a new mattress and slopes backwards. It was still.clean with loads of amenities and fab communication but just not as luxury as it once was and needs a bit of updating in places.