Rockpool

4.6★

Very good

Sykes rating

Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

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Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

20 Customer Review(s)

“Fantastic cottage with a lovely conservatory, everything you needed is there and right beside the beach, already booked for next year.”

- G, September 2021
Lisa August 2021

“House was really well presented, clean and tidy.”

Owner left two bottles of wine, biscuits, colouring pad and pencils for the kids which was all a lovely touch. The location was great literally opposite the beach. The building works that we had been informed about were alot closer then we had thought it’s literally outside the house...but it didn’t bother us one bit, they weren’t doing much and when they were we were out. Next doors building work didn’t bother us either, hardly any noise. So all in all a great stay! .

- Lisa, August 2021
Catherine July 2021

“The owners of Rockpool had thought of everything we needed for our stay, making us feel at home right from the moment we arrived.”

The house is in an excellent location for Harlyn Bay beach and it’s easy to get to Padstow or St Merryn by car or even on foot if you like to hike. The coastal path can be picked up easily too with some beautiful walks. The Beach Box at Harlyn is highly recommended for its breakfasts (opens at 8am), lunches and waffles!

- Catherine, July 2021
Karen July 2021

“Fantastic property and excellent location.”

Beds really comfy. Cleaner not as conscientious as she should be, carpets full of dog hairs from previous renters, conservatory not been cleaned for ages. It took three goes with the hoover to clean the lounge so we could put the baby down. No clothing storage in 2nd double bedroom. Kitchen - not enough electric sockets, fridge way way too small, and no dishwasher but Liz is hoping to revamp the kitchen soon so fingers crossed this will all be rectified.

- Karen, July 2021

Thank you for your feedback, we are sorry to hear this regarding the carpets, we have now upgraded the vacuum cleaner to avoid future guests experiencing this issue. THe double bedroom has a draws and a under bed basket, unfortunately due to the size of the room there is no room for a wardrobe. We hope this did not impact you from enjoying your time at rockpool Property Owner
Gary June 2021

“Apart from the location close to the beach this cottage has been redecorated to a very high standard.”

Everything you need for a great holiday is supplied. Also cleaned to a very high standard on arrival. The owner was very helpful before our holiday re building work in the area which to be honest was barely noticed during our stay.

- Gary, June 2021
Colin May 2021

“Very well presented - everything we needed for our stay.”

Plenty of information on how to do things e.g. - washing machine etc. And instructions for waste and recycling etc. Perfect position a stones throw from the beach - a very enjoyable break. Only one negative comment - upstairs very creaky floorboards.

- Colin, May 2021
Valerie May 2021

“The cottage was the most immaculate place we have ever stayed in.”

The furniture was new and there was an abundance of kitchen utensils and crockery. Parking was also easy with spaces supplied by the side of the cottages. Yes there is building work going ahead in front of the cottage but noise was kept to a minimum and it didn’t effect our holiday at all. The bonus is being so close to the beach, no driving necessary which was great for our elderly dog and indeed anyone that can’t walk that far. A cafe in the beach car park supplied everything you would need. We found some lovely restaurants not far away, one being Rick Steins called The Cornishman and also The Pickwick Inn. Newquay riding stables are half an hour away with rides along the estuary, somewhere I have visited for the last 10 years. I would have no hesitation in recommending Rockpool cottage.

- Valerie, May 2021
Robert May 2021

“Host was very communicative throughout.”

House had been spotlessly cleaned. Just seconds walk from the beach which has a great beach cafe for breakfast and lunch. Has plenty of kitchen equipment. Nice warm conservatory. All it needs is a dishwasher and then it would be perfect.

- Robert, May 2021
Wendy October 2020

“Just perfect!”

A real home from home, and the best equipped holiday cottage I have ever stayed in. The garden and conservatory were lovely, and the owners have done everything and more to make the stay comfortable. A minute from the beach and the perfect location from which to explore Cornwall. We loved it, and we will be back!

- Wendy, October 2020
Chris October 2020

“Lovely location,no need for car as beach across the road”

- Chris, October 2020
Paula August 2020

“Amazing location - extremely close to the beautiful Harlyn Bay beach.”

Literally 1 min walk. Beach was great as gorgeous sand and lots of space for everyone to distance themselves. Lifeguards also on duty so felt very safe. Fab family beach with surfers, body boarders, swimmers, families & pooches too - catered for all!. Loved it. Also worth parking at Harbour Cove (short drive away & also dog friendly) and walking along the beach all the way to Padstow - about 40 mins - well worth it. Access to SW coastal path walks from this location too. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Lovely welcome pack of tea, biscuits and even some treats for our dog. Plenty of cleaning / sanitising items too. Bedding / towels professionally cleaned which was lovely. Bathroom looked new and was lovely and new carpets upstairs too. Conservatory was a nice place to chill and we all felt that we had space if we needed it. Garden adequate size to sit and enjoy a BBQ tea. Improvements: Could do with a bigger fridge / freezer. Also new tv would improve stay as sound was an issue - couldn't get any on our first night. Lots of switching HDMI etc etc - too much of a faff! Owner aware and was very friendly when contacted so will hopefully will be sorted in the future. Not great mobile signal either which didn't worry us. House generally clean but would benefit from skirting dusted / kitchen drawers & cupboards having a good clean out. Some building work going on in the area but not too much of an issue. All in all a very comfortable, well equipped home in an amazing location. Definitely worth a stay. You won't be disappointed - we had a fab holiday.

- Paula, August 2020
Paula September 2019

“An excellent property.”

Very clean and comfortable. Loved the conservatory, so lovely and warm and cosy. Fabulous beach near the the property to take the dog for a paddle. Kitchen well equipped and lovely little welcome try for us and the dog. Would stay again.

- Paula, September 2019
Anne September 2019

“When they say close to the sea, I didn't beleive 3 min walk.”

...but it is. When they said lovely beach..yah yah...it is. Wonderful spot, clean and comfy.

- Anne, September 2019
Julia May 2019

“Welcoming and friendly owner and caretaker, who exceeded our expectations, and gave us great recommendations.”

Cottage was comfy and clean, with amazing access to the beach and great 'welcome pack'. If we were to make any recommendations, it would be to install a new, more powerful shower.

- Julia, May 2019
Alexander April 2019

“A lovely cottage in an excellent location.”

- Alexander, April 2019
Ms Holcroft October 2018

“Lovely cottage in a great location - we had everything we needed for a fabulous break.”

Thank you!

- Ms Holcroft, October 2018
Wendy September 2018

“We all had a lovely time, the cottage had everything we needed, the owner extremely helpful.”

The location was perfect, just a couple of minutes from the beach. Beautiful walks on the doorstep.

- Wendy, September 2018
Richard June 2018

“Couldn't fault the accommodation, clean, comfortable and well equipped.”

Serves as a great base for the area - Harlyn Bay and all the other bays, Padstow and coastal walks.

- Richard, June 2018
Joanne June 2018

“The house was fantastic and in terms of self catering it was the one that has been best equipped for small children.”

We had two under two and it was so useful. There were plenty of beach toys to borrow, a stair guard, a bath seat, an additional mattress to ensure it was a comfy cot, good high chair and plastic plates etc. The only niggle we had was that there was no recycling available onsite. You could see neighbouring properties had recycling available and it would be good if it could be looked into. We were conscientious and took all of ours to Padstow and took the plastic to the Eden Project but I fear others wouldn’t do so. It was a fantastic holiday and we would definitely visit again.

- Joanne, June 2018
John November 2017

“The house was warm and comfortable, we had everything we needed.”

The owner of the property was very, very helpfull. When we first arrived we needed a little help to work the TV and she replied propmptly and efficiently. Its a great location for the beach and access to the surrounding area. If I had one suggestion to make , it would be to have a bigger fridge- to handle the beers :-)

- John, November 2017

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The property

Perfectly located for beach and coastal walking holidays this family friendly terraced cottage is situated a short and level walk from Harlyn Bay beach, a wide and spacious sandy beach considered one of the finest in Cornwall.

Tucked away on the eastern side of Trevose Head the cottage is located just west of Padstow which is 2.8 miles by road and even closer along the coastal path or footpaths.

The cottage has been furnished with the family in mind with three bedrooms offering options for all.

There is a comfortable sitting room to relax after a day on the beach and a separate kitchen and dining area which leads to the sunny conservatory.

From here the enclosed garden offers room for the children to play with a choice of toys supplied by the owners.

When it comes to dining out you have a wide choice to suit everyone.

There is also a beach shop here for all your beach requirements as well as surf hire and surf school facilities.

Just a mile away is the village of St Merryn which is home to Rick Stein's pub, The Cornish Arms offering classic seafood as well as pub food classics.

With a variety of beaches and beautiful bays close by accessed either by the stunning coastal path or a short drive there will always be so many places to enjoy and explore.

Rockpool is a comfortable cottage in a great location to be enjoyed all year round.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 2 double, 1 x bunk
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area, sitting room and conservatory.
Electric panel heaters
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge / freezer, washing machine
TV, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVD's
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot, high chair, portable door barrier, microwave steriliser, bathroom step, selection of toys /DVDs for use with babies and toddlers available of request
Off road parking for 2 car
Enclosed garden with lawned area with furniture and BBQ
One well behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop approx 1.5 miles away
Please note this property can only sleep 6 including infants
Please note the bunk is suited to children
Note: This property has a £150 Good Housekeeping Bond
Note: There will be ongoing building works to the local The Harlyn Inn during 2021 which is located approx 100 metres from the property.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

HARLYN, CORNWALL

Padstow 2.5 miles, Constantine 2 miles; Polzeath 15 miles.

Harlyn is a charming little village, with a large crescent shaped sandy beach, safe for swimming, surfing and dog friendly all year round. Harlyn Bay is considered to be one of the best family beaches in Cornwall with a north-facing shore, beckoning surfers to brave the white waves that surge towards golden sands. Connected to the South West Coastal Path and part of the 'Seven Bays for Seven Days' area this is also an ideal location for walkers to explore the beautiful Cornish countryside. Constantine Bay just two miles away offers golf at the Trevose Championship course. Nearby Padstow lies at the head of the Camel Trail along the Camel Estuary and local cycle hire shops enable visitors to enjoy the area easily. Padstow is a delightful fishing port offering ample opportunity to taste locally sourced produce, as well as the award-winning Camel Valley wines, in celebrity owned establishments. Local fisherman's boats offer coastal tours and sea fishing trips, while a passenger ferry takes you across the estuary to Rock with the windsurfing beach of Daymer Bay and golf at the famous St Enedoc course. Just around the corner toward Pentire Head is the surfing paradise at Polzeath, and when the beach no longer calls there are several stately homes and gardens to visit as well as special events at the Cornish County Showground.

Region Information

Please note this property can only sleep 6 including infants- thank you.

Note: This property has a £150 Good Housekeeping Bond

Note: There will be ongoing building works to the local The Harlyn Inn during 2021 which is located approx 100 metres from the property

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Rockpool

Harlyn Bay, Cornwall (Ref. 958590)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Fantastic cottage with a lovely conservatory, everything you needed is there and right beside the beach, already booked for next year.”

“House was really well presented, clean and tidy.”

“The owners of Rockpool had thought of everything we needed for our stay, making us feel at home right from the moment we arrived.”

“Fantastic property and excellent location.”

“Apart from the location close to the beach this cottage has been redecorated to a very high standard.”

“Very well presented - everything we needed for our stay.”

“The cottage was the most immaculate place we have ever stayed in.”

“Host was very communicative throughout.”

“Just perfect!”

“Lovely location,no need for car as beach across the road”

“Amazing location - extremely close to the beautiful Harlyn Bay beach.”

“An excellent property.”

“When they say close to the sea, I didn't beleive 3 min walk.”

“Welcoming and friendly owner and caretaker, who exceeded our expectations, and gave us great recommendations.”

“A lovely cottage in an excellent location.”

“Lovely cottage in a great location - we had everything we needed for a fabulous break.”

“We all had a lovely time, the cottage had everything we needed, the owner extremely helpful.”

“Couldn't fault the accommodation, clean, comfortable and well equipped.”

“The house was fantastic and in terms of self catering it was the one that has been best equipped for small children.”

“The house was warm and comfortable, we had everything we needed.”