Guests say
Guests have had a delightful stay at Willow Cottage, praising its comfortable furnishings, beautiful views, and the added luxury of a heated pool. The location is appreciated for its tranquillity and proximity to local attractions. The cottage's cleanliness and facilities receive commendation, though minor maintenance issues are noted. A welcome pack adds a thoughtful touch.
The cottage is generally very clean with pristine towels, though there are isolated comments about an unclean oven door and the need for more frequent towel changes.
The location is very well-received for its quietness, beautiful views, and accessibility to local attractions, though parking costs are noted.
The cottage is considered comfortable and well-stocked, but there are remarks about an overly warm temperature and a suggestion to change the mattress.
Facilities like the swimming pool and playpark are highlights, but there are comments on the lack of a toilet by the pool and a request for seating at the playpark, indicating room for improvement.
While a welcome pack is mentioned, which indicates thoughtfulness, there is not enough information to assess consistency or guarantee of such gestures, thus a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Tywardreath 1.8 miles. Perched in the idyllic hamlet of Penpillick near Tywardreath, Cornwall, is this spacious two-bedroom cottage, Willow Cottage at Greenacres. Enjoying a superb location and beautiful countyside views, with easy access to the coast and the bustling town of Fowey, as well as shared on-site facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool and a barbecue area, this is an ideal dwelling for couples or a family of four. Be welcomed into the open-plan living space, where you can whip up culinary delights in the well-equipped kitchen, ready to enjoy at the dining table for four, or alfresco out on the front patio with a backdrop of stunning valley views.
On warmer days, why not fire up the communal barbecue and indulge in a spot of alfresco dining? After dinner, kick-back and relax on the plush seating in the sitting room in front of the woodburning stove, as your favourite show plays out on the Smart TV. Freshen up after a day of adventure with a relaxing soak in the bath with handheld shower, before retreating to one of two beautifully decorated bedrooms, a double with en-suite shower room, and a twin, both with their own TV so you can snuggle up in front of your favourite shows. For your local amenities, head over to Tywardreath, where you can dine at The New Inn, order fresh fish and chips to go from The Catch or stock up on essentials at the convenience store.
The world famous Eden Project is located just a few miles drive from Willow Cottage. Continue onto Par, where you can spend a fun-filled day at the beach, wandering along the renowned South West Coast Path, or refuelling at The Welcome Home Inn and the Par Inn. Next stop is Fowey, home to an excellent aquarium, St Catherine’s Castle and the exceptional National Trust site of Fowey Estuary. From here, you can hop aboard a ferry which will take you to the popular destinations of Looe and Polperro for a memorable day out with loved ones. For your next coastal escape, look no further than Willow Cottage at Greenacres.
Tywardreath, which literally means "The House on the Strand," is a picturesque and historically significant Cornish settlement that may be found right in the middle of Daphne du Maurier country. St. Andrew's Church in the village is rumoured to boast the best peal of bells in the region, and the town itself is bustling thanks to its many great bars and stores. Multiple sandy beaches within easy driving distance of the area offer a wide range of watersports and recreational opportunities. To reach the small china clay port of Par, which has a dog-friendly sandy beach and a main line train station, you may walk there in fifteen minutes or drive there in five. A coastal restaurant, pub, and watersports centre can be found at Polkerris Beach, which is a half-hour walk or a quick 5-minute drive away. Fowey is a picturesque waterside community about three miles away, and from there you may do some breathtaking cliff treks to Gribbin Head, passing through much of the familiar area that inspired du Maurier's novels. Mevagissey and Charlestown harbours, the Eden Project, and the Lost Gardens of Heligan are just a few of the family-friendly destinations in the region. Tywardreath is a picturesque village in South Cornwall, perfect for vacationing families and history buffs.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with TV.
Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with woodburning stove
Gas under floor heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Smart TV, 2 x TV, WiFi.
Travel cot and high chair available.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Allocated parking available.
Front garden with patio, furniture, lawn and seating, access to barbecue area, children's playground and shared indoor heated pool.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.9 miles, pub 1.8 miles.
Note: The garden area is not enclosed.
Nearby points of interest
- Eden Project
Reviews (7)
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Martin
Looking a little tired overall but reflected in the price so an observation rather than a complaint. 2 important points. The underfloor central heating is set to 20 degrees and any attempt to increase temp is overridden. The property was very cold when we entered and went to bed almost fully clothed on the first night. The only way to get a comfortable temp of 21/22 is to use the log burner every day with the internal doors open to keep things warmer. I burnt a bag of logs every day so factor the cost into the holiday. Safety point, whilst the parking area is well lit the path to the property and the stone steps are not lit at all. I fell down the stone steps on the first evening. Take a torch with you.
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Alan
The Cottage was spacious and comfortable for our family with all the facilities expected and incredibly clean and looked after. The swimming pool was amazing! The playpark was also an additional bonus. The only suggestion we can make is can there be a bench for adults to sit on at the play park? The property requests that children are supervised but there is nowhere to sit.
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Stuart
A great place to stay and an ideal base to explore Cornwall. We went to the New Inn pub in Tywardreath most nights for a drink, just a couple of miles down the road but narrow lanes so be careful otherwise no problems at all, a very pleasant stay.