Guests say
Clock Tower View in Looe is highly praised for its central location, well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable furnishings. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, such as a welcome pack and local information. While there is a mention of an uncomfortable mattress and temporary scaffolding, the overall sentiment is positive, with recommendations to book again.
Guests consistently note the property as clean and tidy, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The central location is frequently highlighted as a major plus, allowing guests to enjoy Looe without needing a car.
Comfort is generally well-regarded, especially the bed comfort, although one guest mentioned an uncomfortable mattress, slightly lowering the score.
Facilities are deemed very good, with a well-equipped kitchen and thoughtful amenities. Minor maintenance points are noted, but do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
The property's thoughtful touches, such as welcome gifts, are appreciated, though it's politely noted that such gestures are not guaranteed.
About this property
Situated in the centre of Looe, a bustling seaside town in Cornwall, is this first-floor apartment, Clock Tower View. With two bedrooms sleeping up to four guests, this is a charming setting for a family getaway in Cornwall with easy access to the beach, so close it’s ideal for a morning dip, just a 5 minute stroll to the sea and back in time for coffee. Weave through the historic cobbled streets of Looe and climb the steps to where your home-away-from-home awaits. Kick off your shoes and head inside, relax in the living/dining room after a busy day at the beach, snuggle up on the corner sofa and flick on a family favourite. Enjoy a home-cooked meal at the dining table with views overlooking the town while discussing the events of the day. You can prepare your suppers in the galley kitchen, furnished with everything you need! When eyes begin to tire, slope off to sleep in either the king-size double room or triple bunk. Clock Tower View is in the heart of the beautiful coastal town of Looe, filled with a myriad of activities for the whole family; spend the day at East Looe Beach, a stunning swim stop with a bustling pier, and enjoy fish and chips while taking in the view. In the evenings, if you don’t fancy cooking, take advantage of local amenities and the variety of bars and pubs, including The Jolly Sailor Inn, The Admiral Boscarn and Smugglers Cott. For those interested in local history and heritage be sure to visit the Old Guildhall Museum and Gaol and Looe Harbour Heritage Centre or venture further afield to Polperro Harbour Heritage Museum and Polperro Arts Foundation Gallery. Keen walkers will be in their element with the plethora of walks and trails available, such as Kilminorth woods with plenty to discover, and there is also the South West Coastal Path which stretches 630 miles in total! Clock Tower View is the perfect location for a family holiday by the seaside and is ideally located for exploring Cornwall.
The quay area of East Looe, which is connected to the quieter West Looe by a seven arched 19th century bridge over the River Looe, is always bustling with maritime activity. Between East and West Looe, you can take the river taxi, as well. There are narrow cobbled streets, twisting alleyways and plenty of tourist shops in East Looe, while West Looe has a beautiful view of the harbour. Banjo Pier, the town's most prominent vantage point, can be reached from the quay and offers stunning views of the harbour, fishing trawlers, and Looe Island, which, during low tides, is accessible by foot. Because of its safe shallow swimming and wide expanse of beach, Looe beach is a popular destination for families. A great rock pool area for children is also available at Hannafore. A new Heritage Centre has recently opened in the Old Sardine Factory with a climbing wall and cafe, there is also the Kilminorth Woods, a majestic oak woodland rich in plant, insect, and bird life, home to many way-marked walks. Aside from the beaches, the Tamar Valley and Bodmin Moor in this part of south-east Cornwall are home to numerous mining ruins, much of which has been designated a World Heritage Site by unesco. Daphne du Maurier was inspired by this part of Cornwall, and Bodmin Moor inspired Arthurian legends. In this beautiful region of Cornwall, there is a lot to discover.
Accommodation
First-floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x King-size double 1 x triple bunk with small double on the bottom and single above.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room
Electric heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
Smart TV, DVD player.
WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Shared outdoor courtyard.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking in nearby public car park.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.2 miles.
Note: There are very steep steps up to the entrance for the building, may not be suitable for the elderly or infirm
Nearby points of interest
- The Cheesewring
- The Hurlers
- Sterts Arts Centre
- Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park
- Eden Project
- Plymouth Gin Distillery
- St Austell Brewery
Reviews (8)
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David
The history of the kitchen was interesting and we used to love sitting in the kitchen at the breakfast bar having a coffee and looking out over Looe. Great stay, highly recommended.
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Richard
Would love to return
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Joanna
Itâs fitted out to a high standard with thoughtful attention to detail. The scaffolding on the adjacent building did spoil the view of the clock tower but hopefully that is temporary. The location is great - in the heart of Looe Couple of minor maintenance points needing attention We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this property