Guests say
Polly's Bower in Cornwall receives high praise for its stunning location, exceptional comfort, and thoughtful touches. Guests consistently mention the cleanliness, peaceful surroundings, and friendly hosts. The property's facilities, including a secure garden and luxurious extras, contribute to a memorable stay. While some guests noted minor issues, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Guests are very satisfied with the cleanliness of Polly's Bower, often describing the property as spotless and well-maintained. The attention to detail in this regard contributes to the overall positive experience.
The location of Polly's Bower is frequently highlighted as beautiful and peaceful, with stunning views and proximity to local attractions. It is well-placed for exploring Cornwall, adding to the appeal of the property.
Comfort is a standout feature at Polly's Bower, with guests praising the cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and luxurious touches like bathrobes and slippers. The property provides a relaxing retreat for visitors.
The facilities at Polly's Bower, including a well-equipped kitchen, secure garden, and additional amenities like a pool, are highly regarded by guests. Some minor feedback on WiFi and bathroom privacy prevents a perfect score.
The thoughtfulness of the hosts is evident through mentions of welcome packs and special touches. While these gifts greatly enhance the experience, it is noted with courtesy that such offerings are subject to change and not guaranteed.
About this property
Polly's Bower is a luxurious, dog-friendly retreat for couples set in the beautiful rolling Cornish countryside with sensational far-reaching views and an elegant, shared outdoor heated pool. A unique venue, this exquisite conversion of a 300-year-old apple crushing barn is situated in south-east Cornwall between the villages of Landrake and Tideford near the city of Plymouth. It occupies a tranquil and tucked-away location, amid a patchwork of fields and wooded valleys, yet is a hop from the Cornish Riviera coastline and beaches and the Tamar Valley, which is an area of outstanding natural beauty. Detached and well-screened from the owners' neighbouring farmhouse, it is nicely private and makes the perfect escape at any time of year.
Enter the spacious open-plan living room and discover a tasteful blend of the modern and the rustic. Oak wood floors, exposed beams, modern art, soft lamps, and a deep rug add to the comfort, elegance, and style. A deep sofa and armchair adorned with coordinated cushions and throws sit beside a woodburning stove, and there are books, DVDs, and board games for toasty nights in. The modern kitchen is well equipped with gadgets aplenty, including a coffee machine. Romantics can enjoy suppers at the dining table set within an inglenook or on the south-facing patio during the warmer months and watch the sun set.
A sumptuous bed dressed with plump pillows and soft cotton bed linens awaits in the first-floor bedroom. An intimate and open-plan design, a low wall separates the bed area from the bathroom area with its bath, sleek shower, and a loo tucked into the corner. Expect to relax and be pampered with White Company hand and bath towels, luxurious toiletries, cotton bathrobes, and slippers. A stable door provides access to external steps. Convenient for explorers, you are not far from visitor hotspots at Looe, Polperro, Fowey, Cawsand, and Kingsand, and the long sandy beach and scenic coast path at Whitsand Bay.
Scenic walks can commence from the front door along green lanes and field paths through meadows and woods with pleasant river views. Stop for a refreshment at the nearby local, The Rod and Line pub, or Heskyn Mill restaurant, then return to Polly's Bower and cosset yourself in luxury.
Saltash is dominated by the magnificent Tamar Bridge, Brunels masterpiece of engineering taking people from Devon to Cornwall across the Tamar River, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Saltash retains much of its old Cornish charm with narrow streets rising steeply from the banks of the river, and plenty of shops and interesting inns. From the old quayside there are river trips up stream to Calstock, a pretty village with white cottages on a steep hillside. Here, the 120 foot giant 11-arched Calstock Railway Viaduct towers above the River Tamar and carries one of Britains most picturesque branch lines down to the coast. Saltash offers some beautiful walks along the Tamar, and is only a five minute drive from Plymouth, with a plenty to occupy visitors including the historic Barbican quayside area with cafes, shops and bistros, the National Marine Aquarium and several theatres. A perfect base for exploring the area along the beautiful River Tamar.
Accommodation
One king-size double bedroom with en-suite bath, walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with woodburning stove
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer, Nespresso coffee machine.
Smart TV, DVD, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi, books, games, DVDs.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen, towels, bathrobes, and slippers included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair, and stairgate available.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Garden with patio, lawn area, furniture, barbecue, and shared outdoor heated swimming pool.
One well-behaved pet is welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 1 mile, lake 1.3 miles, river 0.4 miles.
Note: The pool is shared with the owners, and by prior arrangement, guests can request use of the pool from 1st June to 1st September.
Note: Babes in arms welcome
Reviews (55)
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Nigel
But when we stepped inside to a cold cottage we were disappointed, that knowing our arrival time 4pm, the owners had not thought to put the electric heating on for us. To then read in book that we could NOT alter the heating settings, instead have to light the Wood burner to keep warm we were not happy . I have Asthma, so having had conversations with you about the Duck feather duvet, which you had resolved, did not want to light a fire. On the Sunday after 2 cold nights my husband contacted Louise and she allowed us to alter Heating times. The fact that both radiators were behind furniture, which we pulled out had not helped. Storage of our food was in 2 small baskets in the unit , not adequate. maybe a cupboard instead of a picture above would be better. The heated Towel rail wasn't on and we were told by Louise the switch was on the other side of the panel. These things could all have been written down somewhere. The travel instructions were inadequate and only applied if we had come over The Tamar Bridge, we hadn't.
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Emma
We really appreciated the thoughtful extras with this property including the bath cushion, welcome pack, slippers and dog treats. The bedroom/bathroom suite is fantastic. We had a really restful break, thank you.
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Niall
.! Highly recommended.