Guests say
The Lookout in Sennen Cove is highly praised for its stunning sea views and comfortable, well-appointed interiors. Guests appreciate the modern amenities, cleanliness, and the property's proximity to local attractions and the beach. The climb involving steep steps is noted, but seen as a fair trade-off for the exceptional views.
Most guests found the apartment to be clean and well-maintained, though there were isolated comments about areas needing more attention. Overall, the standard of cleanliness is high.
The location is exceptional, with easy access to the beach, local pub, and coastal paths. The views are frequently mentioned as breathtaking, contributing to a high score despite the challenging access due to steep steps.
Guests consistently describe the property as comfortable, with special mentions of the sofa, bed, and the overall cosy atmosphere. The comfort of the property contributes significantly to the enjoyment of their stay.
The apartment is equipped with modern facilities including a power shower, good kitchen, and entertainment options. Some guests noted issues with the TV service and minor maintenance concerns, slightly affecting the score.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
A romantic retreat for 2. Standing proud on the hillside, looking over Sennen Cove, you’ll find this newly-renovated gem. The master bedroom is a delight, with a roll-top bath overlooking those spectacular views.
Wow – what a view! The Lookout - Sennen is a beautifully renovated apartment overlooking Sennen Cove and Whitesands Bay. Sleeping two people and one dog, the apartment is part of the well-known Sennen Heights building and is only accessed via 80 steps on the coastal path. The open-plan living area has amazing sea views, comfy seating and a well-equipped modern kitchen. The sumptuous bedroom has a super king-sized bed and a free-standing roll top bath positioned right by the window. There is a separate shower room giving guests of The Lookout the choice of a relaxing deep bath or invigorating shower.
Sleeps: 2.
Bedrooms: 1.
Beds: 1 Super Kingsize (6’).
Bed linen and towels: Bed linen and towels provided for free at the property.
Accessibility: Property all on one level. Not suitable for people with mobility issues as the property is at the top of a hill.
Kitchen and utilities: Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine.
Facilities for families: None provided.
Outside: No outside space but the coastal path is right outside the door.
Pets: 1 pet allowed - £25 per week - please let us know at the time of booking and we will contact you for payment.
Parking: Public parking available at the bottom of the steps.
Nearest beach: 0.5 miles.
Nearest amenities: 0.5 miles.
Changeover time: Check in at 4pm. Check out at 10am.
General: Free WiFi provided. Modern electric heating throughout.
Important notes: No smoking.
You may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Nearby points of interest
- Land's End
- Gwynver Beach
- Nanjizal Beach
- Porthgwarra Beach
- Porthchapel Beach
- Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
- Minack Theatre
- Jackson Foundation
- Count House Café
- Geevor Tin Mine
Reviews (25)
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Mr Matysek
If you are a mountain goat, then this is the flat for you not a Cottage a flat ,the stairs up to the flat and quite frankly terrible very steep and not pleasant to climb, we did leave a day early as we had had enough , we both love Sennen but the flat took all the joy out of the holiday.
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Mr White
"The Lookout" at Sennen Cove has a number of desirable features. It is located very close to the harbour and beach (even if the 76 steps up to it can be demanding), and also to the coast path. It has fantastic views of the sea from three large windows. The flat has a contemporary, coastal feel and is light and airy. The extra-large bed is comfortable. The bathroom has an excellent shower, and the one-person bath in the bedroom is a lovely addition, especially given the view from it. There is plenty of hot water and good water pressure throughout the flat. The kitchen includes a full-size cooker and oven, 'fridge, and microwave, and while there isn't much preparation space, it will probably work well enough for most. There is also a washing machine (which we didn't use). Sadly, the flat isn't particularly well looked after. The cleaning in particular was poor in places. While the obvious things were clean enough (sink, bath, shower, etc.), we were bothered by the following: (1) We had to clean dusty cobwebs and spiders off the walls and ceilings in the bedroom. It was clear that no one had done this for weeks. (2) There were what looked like animal hairs on the bed cover when we arrived. (3) There was a dirty single mattress underneath the bed, as well as a mattress protector and sheet. (4) The floor throughout the flat had not been mopped for some time and was sticky. (5) There was black mold on all the window frames. It looked like someone had possibly run a cloth over some of it, but little more than that. We found that a substantial amount came off with just a cursory wipe, suggesting that no one had made any real effort to clean them in a long time. Some of the walls around the windows also needed to have mold removed and to be repainted. (6) The blinds were dirty and needed washing or replacing. (7) The windows were dirty and needed to be cleaned on the inside and the outside. (8) The 'fridge was so noisy that it could be heard in the bedroom with the door closed. Given that it only just about managed to keep items cold when on its coldest setting (and that in cool-ish weather), it presumably needed repair. Our milk went off after two days of being in there, strangely. (9) The sliding bedroom door only opened about three quarters of the way because of how it had been hung. (10) The windows, which are one the flat's main attractions, open inwards, but couldn't be opened more than a few inches because of the blinds. (11) The telescope didn't work, despite following he instructions; my best guess is that a power cable was missing. We drew this to Original Cottages' attention the day after we arrived using the e-mail address specified for support during stays, but heard nothing back. If the issues above were addressed, we would be happy to recommend this flat without reservation and probably to book it again ourselves.
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Mr Hovell
The apartment itself was really comfortable and amazing views , it wouldn’t put me off going back