Guests say
Quay House in St. Austell, Cornwall, is highly praised for its comfort, generous welcome pack, and prime location close to local amenities and coastal paths. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, spacious and cosy rooms, and the added luxury of a hot tub. The property's garden and underfloor heating are also mentioned favourably, contributing to a warm and inviting stay despite some minor maintenance issues.
The property is consistently described as very clean, with guests feeling very welcomed upon their return each day. There are no negative comments regarding cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The location is frequently highlighted as prime and perfect, with easy access to local restaurants, pubs, and coastal paths. Its proximity to Charlestown harbour and beaches is a significant positive factor.
Guests find the beds extremely comfortable and the house a warm base, contributing to a relaxing stay. However, some guests experienced issues with controlling the heating, which slightly impacts the comfort score.
The property is well-equipped with a hot tub, Aga, and spacious garden. Some guests encountered issues with the heating system and TV operation, suggesting room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
The welcome pack is frequently mentioned and appreciated, indicating a high level of thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gifts, while common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Quay House is a stunning, detached house settled in the coastal village of Charlestown, Cornwall. This four-bedroom home has a contemporary interior with light grey and white décor, along with two crackling woodburning stoves (decorative only) and beautiful furnishings, making it perfect for a family or group of friends looking for a relaxing break. Be welcomed by off-road parking before exploring your holiday home, where you will find an entrance hallway to leave your sandy shoes. There is a charming sitting room and snug, both furnished with plush sofas, a TV and woodburning stoves (decorative only), the perfect place to unwind with a glass of wine. Prepare home-cooked meals in the spacious kitchen with a range cooker and savour meals together at the dining table. On balmy evenings, step out and climb up the steps to discover the garden; here you can star-gaze from the bubbling hot tub or dine alfresco on the sunny lawn. As the evening winds to an end, retire inside and venture upstairs to find the family bathroom and choose between four lovely bedrooms. There are one super-king-size and one super-king-size (zip/link), a double and a single bedroom, so why not climb into bed with a hot chocolate and a good book? Charlestown is an idyllic village to spend time with loved ones, home to the Eden Project, a large botanical garden that features a variety of plant life from around the world. The Shipwreck Treasure Museum is also located in Charlestown and houses a collection of artefacts recovered from shipwrecks that have occurred off the coast of Cornwall. Just paces away is the town of St Austell, hosting the Cornwall FootballGolf Park for the sports enthusiasts, and the Pinetum Gardens for those who want to relax in nature and The Cornwall Hotel and Spa for dining out. For rich history and culture, head to the city of Truro, where you can tour the iconic Cathedral, immerse yourself in the past at Royal Cornwall Museum and have a unique time at The Celtic Tossers. All this and more awaits at Quay House.
A charming coastal village near St. Austell with stone cottages and Regency houses. It's the perfect holiday destination thanks to its collection of tall ships, shipwreck museum, excellent pubs and restaurants, and easy access to the coastal path. Poldark was filmed there. Carlyon Bay and Porthpean offer nearby golf. Mevagissey is a 20-minute drive from the Lost Gardens of Heligan, several stately homes and gardens, and the Eden Project. Newquay and North Cornwall are a 35-minute drive away.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size, 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x double, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove (decorative only).
Snug with woodburning stove (decorative only).
Central heating.
Aga which is (decorative only), a underwork surface oven and separate hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher.
2 x TV, WiFi.
Fuel & power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed rear garden with large lawn, decked area, furniture and hot tub.
Two well behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.9 miles, pub and beach 0.1 miles.
Note: There is a supplement of £35.00 per pet per holiday
Nearby points of interest
- St Austell Brewery
- Eden Project
- Wheal Martyn
- Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
- St. Columb hurling
- Royal Cornwall Museum
- Watergate Bay
Reviews (23)
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Amanda
Well equipped with everything you could want for your holiday. Ideally located in beautiful Charlestown. Highly recommended.
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Tina
Had an issue with both TVs - one didn't work at all. Contacted the friendly owner who sorted issues out promptly the next day. The welcome folder did not contain any instructions for TV's, oven, heating, hot tub etc - this was mentioned to owner as we think it's essential to understand how things work and would have been really helpful. There was no BBQ available in outside space which we expected, didn't want to bother owner again to ask.
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Janet
Perfect location in a picturesque little town. Charlestown is so pretty and the local people really kind and helpful. The property itself was perfect for 4 adults, spacious and cosy, providing everything they we needed and more. The hot tub was a lovely bonus, set in a gorgeous garden. Definitely somewhere that we would return.