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"Where do I start , looks good for the outside when we arrived but the reality of the property was way different , it's basically a garage conversion & poorly done In my opinion ."
So first impression it was quite dirty when we walked in immediately the curtains on the door didn't fit the space so had to clip them together to get some privacy from outside & they where see through, the skylight's where full of cobwebs & dead spiders, the worktop where the hob was covered in crumbs,
The sink in the living space was blocked draining very slowly.
Then we had the wood burner beautiful but we where left only enough kindling to last for about a hour, no logs when your paying 600 plus a few logs wouldn't have hurt
Onto the bedroom.
After a 10 hour drive & a afternoon out on Lizard point we was ready for a shower & bed , on climbing into bed after negotiating my way around the food of the bed where there's minimal space I got into bed only to discover that the bedding smelled of body odour it was absolutely disgusting & I couldn't get in bed until we had stripped the bedding & washed & dried which took hours , there was no extra bedding just two pillow cases under the bed I found , the shower was pointless you had to stand in the corner just to get wet .
The tiny courtyard out front was ok until it rained & the pavers where loose & water logged , tbh very disappointed with the accommodation I've stayed in shepherds huts that have used space better & had better layed out
We refused to let this spoil ourfist holiday in Cornwall
It's the most beautiful area we spent minimum time in the room so we made a amazing holiday from what could have been a disaster , very disappointed & way to expensive for what you get ,
Rocket cart house is central that's about the only good thing about the place , very cheaply put together & very dirty , we probably left it cleaner as we left.
Reviewed by Garry2.0★Oct 2025
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"This was a lovely small cottage, Perfect for two people."
It was very clean, and in a great location.
Reviewed by Philip4.0★Aug 2025
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"Suggestions rather than criticism about property:
For a small open plan kitchen it was okay to cook but lack of a microwave was noticeable as only having two electric induction hob elements means juggling between cooking/keeping warm."
Oven is a bit too complex to work easily /quickly even when you find instructions.
There is a concerning very slow drain on the kitchen sink which makes washing up a balance. It is not feasible or logical to have to constantly use the dishwasher with only two people /limited plates and bowls.
The drains in toilet and shower make a concerning back flow /gurgling water sound and action. when the toilet flushes. The shower also drains very slowly.
The above did not impact our stay as such but are suggestions to improve future use. Overall the property was compact and snug for two people. It’s in a good setting. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review following your stay. We discussed the points you mentioned with the owner who confirms that they had the drains riffed a the property but it turned out the problem was beyond the property's boundary. South West Water were then contacted and have confirmed that the issue does in fact lie with them and they will be attending within the week to sort it! The owner was very grateful for you bringing this to their attention. The oven is in fact a combi oven, therefore a microwave & oven are both available. Despite the above mentioned points we are delighted you enjoyed your stay.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Clive4.0★Apr 2025
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"Great loction, short walk to the village, The mexican restaurant has great food and drinks pool table and darts , it's about 20 minutes walk to point we're a beautiful Cafe were get creamtea and jam stones, amazing walks , chocolate factory about 10 minutes drive away."
The cottage is small perfect for a single person or a couple , very cosy and romantic, the kitchen was fully equipped if you like to cook what we do most evening after walking all day. Very clean. The shower water pressure was low and small shower but that was the only downfall wasn't a big deal as cottage is small, We love it very much and we would be back.
Reviewed by Natalie5.0★Feb 2025
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"As described … a nice cosy bolt hole, facilities were spot on lovely log burner … easy walking distance to pub and the southwest coast path."
Reviewed by Anthony5.0★Oct 2023
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"The property is small, so it would best suit a couple who travel without lots of baggage."
That said, it is really well thought out in terms of how the space has been used. The sofa and the bed were very comfortable.
The location is perfect for quick and easy access to the coastal path, but also just a couple of minutes walk into Lizard. The lane on which it is located is very quiet.
We loved our week staying here and have marked it as a favourite if we want to stay at Lizard again.
Reviewed by Michael4.0★Sep 2023
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"A very pleasant stay at Rocket Cart House."
A very well thought out little place. We were initially a bit concerned regarding a review we read about the mattress being uncomfortable! We were happy we slept soundly. It’s a very small place but it is mentioned in the information. We were prepared to practically live out of our suitcase. ❤️❤️
Reviewed by Julie5.0★Jul 2023
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"Too small to be comfortable."
The description of "courtyard garden" for us was a stretch to far. It truth it is just the entrance to the property, and with the gate closed no view at all. The bedroom was so small there was not even room to store clothing apart from on the wals. Bathroom tiny with no window and extractor did nor work. Curtains very poor. Water stained and needed changing. On a positive short walk to coast path & village, but not worth the money, & owner very helpful in getting the cooker to work Soory to be negative, but these are our thoughts
Reviewed by Jeffrey3.0★Jun 2023
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"Hi, a wonderful cottage and location."
Loved it, small and bijou and beautifully styled. But. It was let down by the mattress which was like sleeping on a bag of dirty laundry. Lumpy, thin and uncomfortable to such an extent that as a side sleeper my arms would wake me up due to lack of blood flow every few hours. Spent 4 nights on the couch away from my wife as I needed to sleep. Such a shame, it’s a lovely place but a holiday with no sleep kind of ruined it for us. A simple fix, drop £800 on a new mattress and it would be 5 Stars.
Thank you for your feedback we are pleased you loved the cottage and its wonderful location. We can assure you the Kingsize mattress is less than 2 years old, and is an award winning, 23cm deep memory foam 'Emma' mattress. It is checked weekly and has been thoroughly double checked by our housekeeper and myself : neither of us could find any faults such as you describe-it remains a comfortable mattress. It is kept scrupulously clean with 2 mattress protectors one of which is also padded. Our Housekeeper would have been more than happy to help if you had called her with your concerns.
Property Owner
Reviewed by David3.0★May 2023
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"The property was well thought out, and fittings and fixtures were to a high standard."
It was smaller than we envisage, but perfectly adequate. The bed and sofa were a little low for my hubby , but very comfortable and we slept like babies. Great location with a 4 minute walk to the coastal path.
Reviewed by Susan4.0★Mar 2023
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"The accomodation is good however,few details we noticed would improve it,ironing board and iron might be nice,kitchen items such as splatter guard,oven gloves, sweeping brush ,dust pan,and non slip bathmat."
Apart from these small things it was lovely.
Thank you for your feedback which we always welcome. Unfortunately, there is not enough room to store an ironing board but we will consider the addition of an iron. All our saucepans have lids and there is a hoover and broom for guests to use. I will look into purchasing an oven mitt and a non slip mat.
Property Owner
Reviewed by David4.0★Feb 2023
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"This cottage is a great base to work from if you are walking sections of the coastal path."
Reviewed by Jake5.0★Jan 2023
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"Rocket Cart House is a truly unique property in a perfect location for exploring the beautiful Lizard peninsula."
The property seemed more spacious than we imagined. The attention to detail, tasteful decor and clever use of space made this a very comfortable holiday properly. Our only minor suggestion is that it would be nice to have the option to open the roof lights on warmer days. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and may well return!
Reviewed by Paul5.0★Sep 2022
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"With great thanks to the housekeeper Jane who went out of her way to make sure I had a hairdryer to use, providing her own for my use!"
I am also very interested to know about the water heating system at the property, being electric and very efficient, I need to upgrade my own home system and this would seem to be perfect. If you can get in touch I would really appreciate it.
This week in the Landewednack/Lizard was perfect, just as I had hoped it would be.
Rocket Cart House really is a lovely bolt hole and we didn't want to leave the area, will certainly be back!
Hi Melanie,
We are so happy you had a lovely stay at The Rocket and enjoyed the Lizard.The water heating system we have is as follows:
https://www.screwfix.com/p/ariston-undersink-water-heater-2kw-15ltr/9720g
Hope this proves useful for you.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Melanie5.0★May 2022
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"Nice little cottage in a good location!"
Really glad you enjoyed your time here at Rocket Cart House.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Timea5.0★Apr 2022
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"The home was fantastic!"
Nice quiet and cosy little home, perfect for a couple to get away from everyday life.
Reviewed by Ryan5.0★Mar 2022
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"We enjoyed our stay, it was a welcome break."
Accommodation was clean, comfortable and well equipped. Parking space is rather small but we managed to park our Mini Cooper with no problems. Thank you for the welcoming gifts on arrival they were much appreciated. Overall we were very impressed with this property and would recommend it to others.
Reviewed by Janine4.0★Dec 2021
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"Very small for the price"
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback: we’re sad to learn you were disappointed on this occasion. The accuracy of our descriptions and photographs are very important to us. We have added a few extra words to help further clarify the size of the property and the storage space available to guests. Rocket Cart House is a quirky, cosy and compact property and exactly as you see in the pictures. Our reservations team are always on hand and happy to help with any queries you might have when booking to help you ensure you pick the right place for you. Please do get in touch when you are planning your next Cornish break. From the Helpful Holidays team.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Sean3.0★Oct 2021
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"The cottage was beautiful, fabulous amenities and in a great location."
The extra touch of gifts from the owners in the welcome pack was a lovely touch
Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Sep 2021
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"The house looks very similar to the photos, if not a little smaller."
Space is utilised well throughout and the place was fully functional - hot showers and a very comfortable bed! The location is amazing, feels very remote but still within walking distance to restaurants etc. The only improvement was that although the kitchen/facilities and bed was clean, the sofa and floor felt very dusty/covered in bits which could have done with a Hoover. Perfect stay!
Thank you for your feedback and we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Rocket Cart House. In order to give guests a more luxurious touch the owners invested in a black velvet Chesterfield sofa and sometimes this can pick up lint which can be difficult to remove even though the sofa has been thoroughly cleaned. They have therefore taken your comment on board and will be using a different upholstery brush in future. Thank you for bringing this to our attention and we hope you'll return to Rocket Cart House when you next holiday in Cornwall.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Nina5.0★Jul 2021
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"Outside area was disappointing and we had to clean on arrival to make it usable"
Thank you for your review. The owners are in the first two months of letting out Rocket Cart House and are sorry the outside area was not to your liking. They have taken up your comment with their House keeping service and understand that when heavy Southwesterlies blow through the Lizard, the honeysuckle around the outside area can shed small leaves and twigs. They will ensure at every change over this area is thoroughly swept in future.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Andy4.0★Jul 2021
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"Everything was as promised - we knew it would be very small."
However - the cutlery was slightly irritating - trying to manage with tiny teaspoons, then large soupspoons for eating was a problem. The pillows on the bed were very hard - easily remedied. Beautifully dressed and in a great location, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed by Rosemary4.0★Jun 2021
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