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2 Guests
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bathroom
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Pets: No
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Seaside
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
7 Customer Reviews
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"The good news: Beautiful location and spacious property."
The bad news: It is basic by which I mean it did not feel homely or cosy or properly equipped. The bed is terrible! The mattress is hard and lumpy and I suffered from terrible backache on waking every day of the stay. The furniture is functional, not enough drawer space or coat hangers for a 2 week stay. The bedside rugs do not have any anti-slip features and move very quickly on the tiled floors which is an accident waiting to happen. The kitchen equipment is basic to say the least. The crockery is very limited, poor quality and appalling (I have photos!). One comment in the visitor book noted that they had "donated" a set of glasses!! There were no chopping knives (only a bread knife), only wooden (unhygenic) chopping boards, tea towels and oven gloves although clean had seen better days. No bin bags. The pans were of poor quality and not suitable for cooking evening meals. There was little in the way of serving dishes. I book a cottage with a full kitchen as I prefer to cook rather than eat out and this is the first time I have ever been appalled at the lack of usable functional equipment. The living room rug is full of stains which is not surprising as it is cream. I was unsure of how clean the throws provided in the living area were as I could see stains on both. The TV was fine but note that it does not log out your apps at the end of the stay as stated. The WiFi password should be in the instruction manual in bigger type as it was very difficult to read off the back of the box. The towels provided were too small - it costs very little extra to provide bath sheets and I would have expected these on top of what was provided. We were not offered clean bedding or towels half way through the 2 weeks which I found unusual as I have always been offered this in other properties. How did I manage? I went out and purchased a suitable non-stick lidded pan for cooking in, 2 matching dinner plates, 2 matching pasta bowls, a glass chopping board, a set of sharp knives, bin bags and 2 bath sheets (none of which I have "donated"). The cost was no more than £40 in total. There are plenty of charity shops in Wadebridge that sell, very cheaply, lovely sets of dinner ware. The listing also did not state that there was a washing machine for use in the garage so this was actually a bonus. We brought a portable barbeque as the listing did not state that one was provided. Polzeath is a lovely village that I would not hesitate to visit again but not in this cottage unless the issues above have been rectified - especially that awful bed.
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"A lovely clean and surprisingly spacious property; it was great to have the spare little room to store suitcases, rucksacks etc."
I couldn't fault anything about the property.
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"Had wonderful time,place was immaculate will definitely be back."
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"Another wonderful stay in Freefolk Cottage, the weather might not have been the best but the cottage was warm and cleaned to a very high standard, the view is back, no building works or noise."
Polzeath beach lovely and the surrounding areas easy to get to. We will be back in March.
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"Very clean and comfortable accommodation with everything provided that we would need."
The views in all directions were breathtaking too.
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"The cottage was very well equipped and in an ideal location."
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"The property was clean and comfortable offering great views as well as all the amenities we required."
All bedding, towels and tea towels/cloths were also provided which was brilliant. We would definitely return as it was a perfect location to be able to get to the beach, shops, restaurants and surrounding areas to visit where you didn’t need to drive. Ten out of ten :)
This property is part of the John Bray Cornish Holidays collection.
John Bray Cornish Holidays offers some of the best located self catering cottages and holiday homes in North Cornwall’s loveliest locations including Rock and Daymer Bay, on the Camel Estuary, and Polzeath and Port Isaac on the Atlantic coast.
Summary
- Single-storey
- One double bedroom
- Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
- Snug room
- Gas central heating
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge
- TV with Freeview, WiFi
- Fuel and power included in rent
- Bed linen and towels included in rent
- Highchair available
- Off-road parking for 1 car
- Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, and furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.5 miles
The property
Freefolk Cottage is a snug, single-storey holiday home in the seaside village of Polzeath, Cornwall.
Offering off-road parking, plenty of home comforts and in close proximity to the beach and local amenities, this home makes the ideal base for a couple or solo traveller.
Step inside the open-plan living space to find everything you need for a self-catering stay, including a fully-equipped kitchen, a dining table and a sitting area with a Freeview TV.
From here, there is access to the large lawned garden where you can take in the fresh sea air in the warmer months and enjoy meals al fresco.
Back inside, there's a snug, making a lovely reading spot, and a bedroom with a double bed.
Finally, the shower room is equipped with a shower, sink and WC.
Enjoy a seaside retreat at Freefolk Cottage.
Note: On the same site as Freefolk Cottage, is Freefolk, Ref 1136935, a spacious three-bed home next door, sleeping 6 further guests which can be booked together with Freefolk Cottage, subject to availability.
Freefolk Cottages
Freefolk Cottages are a lovely duo on the outskirts of Polzeath, Cornwall. Ideal for a multigenerational family with ground-floor accommodation, off-road parking and close proximity to the beach, they make a wonderful base fore a seaside holiday. After soaking in the serenity of Freefolk Cottages, venture out to discover the enchanting coastal resorts of Rock and Daymer Bay, where you can relax on golden sands or indulge in water sports. A short drive away, the vibrant town of Padstow beckons with its charming streets and renowned Rick Stein’s fish restaurant, perfect for savouring fresh seafood. For thrill-seekers, Newquay offers some of the best surfing beaches, take a stroll with your surfboard; and ride the waves at Polzeath Beach, a popular destination amongst surfers, feel the sand between your toes and admire the sunset, as well as other attractions like the Newquay Zoo and the Blue Reef Aquarium for family-friendly fun. Don't miss the chance to visit the picturesque Port Isaac, known for its role in the TV series Doc Martin, and the legendary Tintagel, the fabled birthplace of King Arthur, along with the captivating beauty of Boscastle and its scenic harbour. Adventure and discovery await you along this remarkable Cornish coastline. Enjoy it all from the comfort of Freefolk Cottages. Book Freefolk Cottages for a memorable trip to Cornwall.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.
Where you’ll be staying
POLZEATH
Wadebridge 7.5 miles; Padstow 16 miles.
The seaside village of Polzeath boasts a sandy beach, which is bordered by rock pools and is acclaimed to be one of the best surfing beaches in the country. Polzeath itself has a number of small shops, cafes and restaurants, and the South West Coast Path, a 630-mile route, runs through the village. Just over seven miles away is the popular market town of Wadebridge, which is set alongside the River Camel and offers an array of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as North Cornwall's only family-owned cinema. There’s wonderful countryside in the area, with the renowned Camel Trail passing through the town, and the nearby town of Padstow, with its harbour, pastel-washed medieval houses and celebrated restaurants is well worth exploring. Within driving distance is the UK surfing capital of Newquay, with over 11 miles of golden sandy beaches. Polzeath is an excellent base for exploring this part of Cornwall.
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Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £200