Guests say
Rospletha Bungalow in Penzance, Cornwall, is praised for its stunning location near the Minack Theatre and beautiful beaches, offering spacious accommodation and a garden area ideal for dogs. Guests appreciate the proximity to coastal paths and the comfort of the beds, making it a desirable base for exploring South West Cornwall.
Cleanliness received mixed reviews, with some guests finding the property well-kept, while others noted issues with kitchen cleanliness and cobwebs. The need for a deep clean was mentioned, suggesting room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the Minack Theatre, coastal paths, and beaches. The scenic views and accessibility to local attractions make it an excellent spot for holidaymakers.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the property spacious. However, some noted that the sofas were tired and the property felt unloved, indicating that comfort could be enhanced with updates and maintenance.
Facilities are adequate with essential amenities provided, but several guests reported maintenance issues such as a blocked sink and problems with the TV. The lack of a hair dryer and the need for better kitchen equipment were also noted.
There is insufficient information regarding thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts. While the presence of the owners nearby was noted, there were no specific mentions of gifts or special attention to guest comfort that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
Rospletha Bungalow is a well-appointed dwelling nestled in the rural parish of St Levan, Cornwall. Set over one floor, this charming pet-friendly bungalow is the ideal base for families of six or groups of four who seek an escape to the wonderful county of Cornwall. As you open the door and step inside the sitting room oozing with character, admire the gorgeous stone walls and traditional open fire place that you can warm by as you relax on the sofas and flick on the TV, following an exciting day of adventure exploring the local area. Take a seat at the table in the wonderful sun room and sip on a warm cup of coffee as you make plans with the group for the remainder of your holiday and look forward to the days ahead. Head on through to the glossy kitchen kitted out with all the essential appliances, where you can cook up a storm and prepare a delicious three course meal for the family to delight in at the dining table. As the evening draws to a close, wander through to your bedroom throughout the stay; a spacious double bedroom with ample storage boasts unrivaled views of the sea whilst a pretty twin bedroom with crisp white bed sheets has the benefit of a contemporary en-suite with a walk-in shower. The last of the bedrooms is a lovely bunk room, perfect for those travelling with children. Settle down for the evening with a warm soak in the bathtub that can be found in the family bathroom, or unwind with a book in the peaceful snug. The ground-floor is also home to a well-thought cloakroom with hand basin, WC and washing machine so that you can stay ahead of the game and wash all of your clothes before travelling back home at the end of the holiday. Spend time in the well-kept garden with a dinner alfresco as you bask in the sunshine with a nice glass of white, whilst the children and dogs play on the lawn making the most of the warmer weather. Take a morning stroll along the white sands of Porthchapel Beach before heading to Porthcurno Beach Cafe for a freshly made scone and a nice cup of tea. Visit the open-air amphitheater of The Minack Theatre or head to Sennan Cove to view the Mayon Cliff Ship Wreck. For a memorable stay in Cornwall, book Rospletha Bungalow.
Nestled on the Cornwall Coast, you will find the rural village of Treen. With a local produce cafe and store, a welcoming pub and a nearby beach, you will find everything you could ever need during your stay. Its idyllic setting means that there are plenty of seaside walks to be enjoyed during your time in the area, as well as a number of historical sites for exploring.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin with en-suite shower room, basin and WC, 1 x children's bunk room.
Bathroom with bath, overhead shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with open fire.
Snug
Electric storage heating.
Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towel included in rent.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Open garden with lawn and outdoor furniture.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.4 miles, pub 0.7 miles.
Note: Bunk beds are suitable for children only.
Note: Property has an EV car charger payable by card
Nearby points of interest
- Porthchapel Beach
- Nanjizal Beach
- Porthgwarra Beach
- Land's End
- Gwynver Beach
- Minack Theatre
- Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
- Jackson Foundation
- Count House Café
- Geevor Tin Mine
Reviews (14)
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Karen
Weather was amazing so the proximity of Porthcurno and porthchaple beaches are just a short walk. The views from the Property are outstanding and there is room to park two cars. We had bbqs and fun playing games on the garden area.
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Frances
The bungalow is situated right next to the Minack overflow carpark, which wasn't made clear in the description. The bungalow is an illogical construction; it must have been extended several times. It was well equipped - we had everything we needed, but has a general air of being unloved and rather neglected. Lots of spiders. The seats of the sofas have sagged appreciably. Information about recycling, rubbish disposal and what is available in the area would have been useful. We met the owner, and understood the housekeeper was ill, which might answer some of the issues we have mentioned. It was disconcerting not to have a local contact number in case of emergency. Ringing Sykes Cottages is not a good option, and we were fortunate not to need to contact anyone urgently. The views from the bungalow are magnificent and we were lucky to have good weather and some amazing sunrises and sunsets. It was very kind of the owner to come down from London to sort out the bungalow, and to get us some milk and flowers as a welcome for us.
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Catherine
We had an amazing few days exploring the local area, with the Minack theatre, the coves and the coastal path right on our doorstep! Simply stunning! Sadly, the first few days of our week were spoiled by the unclean state of the kitchen when we arrived. I had to put all the plates, cutlery and utensils in the dishwasher, wash the tiles, the shelves, the glasses. There was even a full cup of coffee left in the microwave, with mould on it. There were cobwebs in lots of places (stressed me as I am not a fan of spiders) and we werenât able to open the French doors onto the patio until the owner âforcedâ them open later, which we had not dared to do. The hinges were just very rusty, due to the sea air I guess. We were also put off by the fact that the owners were staying in their wooden chalet in the garden, right across the cottageâs patio, so sitting outside didnât feel private at all. This chalet is neither mentioned in the cottage description, nor showing on any of the photos for the cottage on Sykes. Also, there IS a huge field at the back of the house, with sea views, but it is also the overflow car park for the Minack theatre, so every afternoon, we had hundreds of cars/vans and people just 100 meters or so from our rental. Again, something which is not mentioned in the description. The owners of the cottage / chalet had visitors coming across âourâ garden on two occasionsâ¦this was not acceptable. On the first night, we arrived quite late because of heavy holiday traffic. When I saw the lack of cleanliness in the kitchen (namely dirty plates and cutlery draw), I went over to the chalet to mention this to the owner (who had just welcomed us and said to come and see him if there were any problems). I thought theyâd like to let their cleaning company knowâ¦well, I was not received well at all! I wonât go into the details as we did receive apologies the next morning but I was left shaken. Rospletha is an amazing place, but, as a family, we all felt the same: Rosphetha Cottage needs more cleaning, TLC and private garden space. Also, I would not have chosen this cottage if Iâd known that we would be sharing the garden with its owners.