Guests say
Porth Cove in Newquay, Cornwall, is a well-equipped and beautifully located cottage with sea views, close to the beach. Guests have praised the high standard of appliances, the hot tub, and the cleanliness. The property is recommended for its great position and the comfort it provides, despite some minor issues raised regarding maintenance and bedroom storage.
The property generally maintains good cleanliness, with several reviews noting it was spotless and very clean. However, there were instances of dissatisfaction due to unclean aspects, such as a dirty hot tub and some hygiene issues, which slightly lowers the score.
The location is consistently praised for its proximity to the beach and the stunning sea views. Guests have found the position ideal and have highly recommended it for its accessibility to local attractions.
Comfort is generally well-received with a few suggestions for improvement. Guests have enjoyed the property's amenities but have mentioned the need for larger beds in some rooms and additional seating in the lounge for larger groups.
Facilities such as the hot tub and appliances are appreciated for being of a high standard. However, there are comments on maintenance issues like the hot tub noise, rubbish bin management, and a need for more precise directions to the property.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
With sea views, Porth Cove is a four-bedroom reverse-level holiday home in Porth, Cornwall and the perfect place for a family holiday. Enjoying a sea view balcony, hot tub, and a TV, but also have the opportunity to get some sunshine during the day, while enjoying the beach being just paces away. The first floor is an open-plan living space with a sea view; it has a eight-seater dining table, an electric oven, hob, instant hot water tap, plus Coffee Machine and plenty of other cooking appliances to make cooking a feast for the family; the adjoining balcony is also a great place to take in the sea views. On the ground floor, the bathroom is fitted with a walk-in shower and a freestanding bathtub giving you the option of a quick rinse off after the beach or a soak after a day of walking. The first bedroom is a spacious Super king-size room with an ensuite shower room on the first floor with magnificent sea views, while the second, third and fourth bedrooms are situated on the ground floor, have one double, two singles and one king-size, for a flexible sleeping arrangement. Spend your evenings unwinding in the fresh sea air; the enclosed patio is furnished with a hot tub, seating area and an outdoor shower, which makes it the ideal spot for you to relax in with some privacy. When you want to venture out and about, Porth is a popular seaside location in Cornwall with a handful of attractions to keep visitors entertained, a selection of pubs and restaurants to dine at when your designated chef needs a break. In addition Whipsiderry beach and Watergate bay are just nearby. Newquay Zoo and Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay are great for animal lovers, while Porth Beach and Pirate's Quest Adventure Golf are perfect for those who enjoy the great outdoors, whether that is beachcombing the shores or getting competitive with a round of minigolf. Within easy reach is Truro, a picturesque city home to the impressive Truro Cathedral, as well as Boscawen Park, Victoria Gardens, and the Royal Cornwall Museum. There are also plenty of shops and restaurants in the city centre, making Truro a great place to spend a day. Next stop is the pretty town of St Ives which lies on the rugged north coast of Cornwall, between the Atlantic Ocean and St Ives Bay. It's a popular tourist destination, thanks to its stunning coastline and array of attractions, including the Tate St Ives, St Ives Harbour, Porthgwidden Beach, and the Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden. There are also plenty of restaurants and bars in the town, serving up fresh seafood and local ale. Porth Cove has something for everyone, any time of year!
Porth is a small seaside village on Newquay's outskirts. The village has a shop, cafes, restaurants, and a pub on the sandy beach, and the South West Coast Path, which offers spectacular scenery, is nearby. Watergate Bay is a short walk away, with its rolling waves, surf schools, cafes, and pubs, and the popular resort of Newquay, with its beaches, watersports, pubs, restaurants, zoo, and aquarium, is well worth a visit. Fistral Beach and surf centre are three miles west of Porth, while Lusty Glaze Beach's surf training school is actually within the village.
Accommodation
Enclosed patio with hot tub, seating area and views.
Reverse-level.
Four bedrooms: 1 x Super king-size with en-suite walk-in shower , double basin and WC, 2 x ground-floor singles (zip-link, can be made into super king on request), 1 x ground-floor double.
1 x ground-floor King-size.
Ground-floor bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
First-floor open-plan living space, kitchen, dining area, sitting area, and sea view balcony.
Utility.
Games room with TV
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, Wine cooler fridge, Samsung washing machine, Samsung dryer.
TV, WiFi, table tennis, table football, board games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair, and stairgates available on request.
Please note: cot linen is not provided.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.1 mile, beach 0.2 miles.
Please note: no stag party, hen or similar.
If you do require the beds to be made up as a superking - please notify us as soon as possible.
Please note - the hot tub can take up to 8 hours to heat up
Nearby points of interest
- Newquay Zoo
- Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay
- St. Columb hurling
- Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
- Copper Trail
- Watergate Bay
- Fistral Beach
- Carnewas at Bedruthan - National Trust
- Trevaunance Cove
- Rock Beach
Reviews (17)
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Sarah
Luckily we had a tool kit with us and we tightened it up but might be worth changing the bed This is our 2nd stay with your house and itâs amazing thanks for letting us stay in it x
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Rachael
BUT.. A BIG BUT! See other reviews? We can't all be wrong? The house wasn't cleaned properly from previous guests. Again! At this price point of 2-5k a week? You want/expect a sort of luxury. Right? That isn't what we received unfortunately. These are NOT limited to ALL our issues. 2 brown ( poo ? ) stains on a towel I washed my face with. Absolutely vile! I keep replaying it. Why was it there in the first place & not thrown away? I had to use my own beach towel all week. I didn't tell my children or they'd of not used the others. Amongst so many other things I kept to myself. Hairs from other people & bits of toilet roll in the washer and door. I gagged. Plus it smelled. ( it needs sanitised so didn't use ). Coffee maker not working. We have this same one. Dish drainer had actual rust on the entire bottom. I said I wouldn't use it as I didn't want a u.t.i from placing cups on it. Wads of hairs in the Dyson and a dirty container from previous guests. ( didn't use ). No salt in shaker, but leftover salt inside it & still dirty. I wouldn't of used it at this point, but why was it there? Under the sofa & cabinets/drawers had food and bits in them. I.m.o one of the bits looked like a hard booger. Gross! Loads & loads of food/dust/hairs on the floorboards/atop doors and lights. Massive stain on the corner of sofa/chairs furniture and walls throughout. Stain/old mark on the sheets. Again.. Why was it put back on? It was very visible. Closet door didn't open properly & nearly broke from being stuck. Lamp stopped working in one of the bedrooms. Toilet in the downstairs shower room was going to snap off wall after 1 use. Before you come @ me, my husband was a certified plumber. ( didn't use ). Speaking of toilet, one toilet plunger ( didn't check the rest folks sorry as I couldn't stomach it), had water and toilet "bits" still inside it from the last guests. Nice touch. Buzzing noise all night. ( not the sauna ). Had to download Spotify to drown it out. You have nearly no service in the house either, nor can call out inside the house. Even on your 4g. I still don't understand that. Wifi is weak so said Spotify shut off every few. No Freeview for Sky Glass nor can you watch "Sky Glass" Whats the point as others previously also said? A normal t.v would suffice. The sofa smelled of actual man sweat. Why not Febreeze it at the very least? I honestly didn't sit on it as I felt so grossed out. If the state of this place was like this after day 1... Then I just kept thinking... What more is there unseen, ect? It made me feel sick. Am I the one in the wrong to expect better? Than so be it folks. So be it. I'm the one wrong. If you like cleanliness than this house isn't for you. I do expect better. I too have never written a poor review once in my life & dislike even having to do this. I feel I may have skipped this review if Sykes would of rectified my issues in some minimal way, ( have you spoke to Hannah they kept stating? I just kept repeating myself ). But they haven't reached out. So here we are. I do now feel others ( YOU ) & the owner of the property should see and know my honest review. Housekeeping did show up after I wrote my complaint. I did in fact try to ring the numbers given, but with zero answer. Once I finally got through, I went on the balcony to do so. As no service as if the house is nade of steel. I didn't get through. So, I wrote to Sykes. On my holiday. Daily I reckon. Fun! *sarcasm* After the initial few attemps and emails, Hannah the manager as I'm aware, from housekeeping arrived unannounced at NIGHT mind you. I was in the shower and with my poorly little one. Putting me in a quite uncomfortable situation. Asking my husband and myself to "show her the issues." What were the issues? My husband said he was so taken back and caught off gaurd that he barely even listened. He and I also wanted to enjoy our holiday & didn't try to ruin it by discussing issues in front of our children. So, he wasn't aware of all mine, and I his. If that makes sense? Again, it was awkward when she arrived and at night. We are on holiday, poorly children, and very tired. He was people pleasing by nodding & being polite he said. End of. He now in hindsight wished he would of told her to kindly leave. What more was there to do? Unannounced? Clean then & there? It was your housekeepings/managers fault. No? Plus the house needs updating. Clearly that is not housekeepings fault. But 100% the quality of the clean, and hygiene issues. I wasn't about to point it out to her. I find that rude as well. But rather write to Syke instead. I did so the ENTIRE WEEK of my holiday & also took/sent photo's. It exhausted me the back and forth to be perfectly honest. It took time from my holiday & my family. Thanks! Would they have cleaned then & there by chatting to housekeeping? Honestly, still perplexed by that bit. The back & forth of emails to resolve this + all the issues has ruined the holiday like I say & others, so see for yourself. I have recieved nothing than this review after arriving home 1 day ( nearly 2 now ) and nothing has even been attempted to be resolved nor replied to me. Again, the housekeeper showed. But what was I to do with that? Go see her in my poo stained towel? Then to come back and offer a clean? I mean... I wouldn't stay here again sadly. It is soooo unfortunate as it's in a lovely location. My child also said the house was dirty. "From the mouths of babes" they always say folks eh? Nor would I use Sykes again after this first and last time. Such a shame. As other reviews state. I'd stay in a hotel, or Airbnb.
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Marie
Someone came and added chlorine but still didn't clean the tub. Scum around the tub and sand at bottom. Email sent to us to say shower before getting in, we hadn't been to the beach due to my husband's disabilities. Very dissatisfied. Sent an email and message and not even had a reply.