Guests say
Topsail is a spacious and well-equipped cottage offering stunning views over the creek, with a standout lounge window perfect for relaxing and watching the tides. Guests praise its excellent location for walking, kayaking, and easy access to local pubs. The property is comfortable, homely, and benefits from parking and a useful garage. While most guests found it clean and welcoming, a few noted areas needing a refresh and deeper cleaning. Overall, Topsail provides a memorable and enjoyable stay, with many guests returning for repeat visits.
Most guests found the property clean and comfortable, but a minority mentioned issues such as dust, cobwebs, and the need for a deep clean in some areas. One review highlighted neglected cleaning in cupboards and kitchen bins, while others did not mention any problems.
The location is highly praised for its beautiful views, proximity to the creek, coast path, and local pubs. Guests appreciated being able to walk everywhere and the peaceful setting.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, a spacious lounge, and a relaxing atmosphere. The window seat and lounge are particular highlights, though one guest noted the bedroom layout may not suit everyone.
The cottage is well-equipped with a modern kitchen, parking, and garage. Some guests noted dated entertainment systems, minor maintenance issues, and the lack of a shower in the downstairs bathroom, but overall facilities met most needs.
The host and housekeeper are described as friendly and helpful, and suggestions for walks and games are provided. However, there is no mention of welcome gifts, and one guest noted the absence of basics like milk or kitchen roll. Please note that gifts or extras are not guaranteed.
About this property
This ‘upside-down’ property allows guests to admire the lovely views from the comfort of the living room which also has an open fire!.
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Bath, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: TV, DVD Player, Open Fire
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Hob, Electric Oven, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fire included. Garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. With its living room on the first floor to take advantage of creek and river views, and a pretty garden from which to watch yachts dance on the tidal waters, this modern house stands in a pretty riverside village flanked by National Trust woodland. At the local inn, tasty crab sandwiches and local beer can be enjoyed. Rowing boats can be hired to explore the river banks. Sandy beach at Mothecombe (4 miles). Good coastal walking. Dartmoor within 10 miles. Plymouth, 7 miles. Shops 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
Initial fuel for the open fire included, thereafter available locally at cost. Bed linen is included. Towels provided
Reviews (16)
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Rachel Leung
Love Topsail! And Jan is a super host. Highly recommend.
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Confirmed Guest
I feel the following needs saying unfortunately. We've stayed in countless places all over the UK and world, but felt this was the most neglected.Major: - Desperate need of redecorating as it's all very stained, grey and shabby.- Desperate need for a deep clean: Cob webs and dust everywhere including inside wardrobes. Found what we thought were mouse droppings but thankfully it was some kind of seeds, but shouldn't have been on a newspaper from 2016 on the shelf in the wardrobe where we were about to put clothes. - Don't light the fire. No kindling was supplied but we did bring our own as we have a woodburner at home. But..... the fire doesn't draw properly and fills the the place with smoke. Needs sweeping maybe? Couldn't find a carbon monoxide detector. And when the room literally filled with smoke, the smoke detectors didn't go off! Obviously not been checked recently which is a legal requirement. - The microwave is dangerous. Big rust hole in the base. Danger from sparking and fire hazard and potential radiation leaks. Do not use!Minor:- It's a bit like staying at your granny's in the 80's.... from the loud, but powerful electric shower (only one shower as there is only a bath downstairs) to newspaper and old wallpaper lined cupboards and twee pictures on the walls.- Garden could be made so much better. It's all sadly neglected for such a lovely vista.- A gale blows through the letterbox. We had to stuff a cloth behind it. - Bin in kitchen was disgusting as not cleaned. The lid was full of food remnants and grease.- Fridge either freezes everything or defrost and most plastic compartments were broken.- Carpets stained and grubby.- No apps downloaded on TV. Luckily we took our Firestick so we could watch iplayer, Netflix etc in the evening. - Stained cushions by window, crumbs and greasy hand prints everywhere including pictures and windows. Sofa and chairs have much too many signs of use and grease marks. - Smells quite musty and damp.- A pint of milk would have been appreciated, especially as there's no local shop in Noss Mayo. No cooking oil, kitchen roll etc which is generally standard. Plus: - Great views and comfy seats for two in the window of lounge. - Well equipped kitchen but had to give everything a bit of a clean including the cutlery drawers....- The garden is a lovely suntrap in the afternoon. - Comfy bed.- A parking space is good for area. Don't know what the garage was like as there wasn't a key although the neighbour obviously has one. A second house key would have been appreciated.
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Confirmed Guest
Amazing place! A home from home and the most stunning views!