The Beaches

Rating
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Mr Shaw
October 2019

“The Beaches was the ideal place to spend half term for our family of seven including three young children and two grandparents as there was plenty of room for everyone.”

The master en suite bedroom on the top floor was a perfect retreat for grandparents! However, unfortunately there was a big BUT with several issues with the house, one of which is major. On the last night we had horrendous gales and in the middle of the night the kitchen window vibrated open because the lock was broken and some things on the windowsill cashed to the floor. What makes this such a serious security issue is that the broken lock was reported in a review by Mrs Young in September ...

The master en suite bedroom on the top floor was a perfect retreat for grandparents! However, unfortunately there was a big BUT with several issues with the house, one of which is major. On the last night we had horrendous gales and in the middle of the night the kitchen window vibrated open because the lock was broken and some things on the windowsill cashed to the floor. What makes this such a serious security issue is that the broken lock was reported in a review by Mrs Young in September over a month ago and it had not been rectified. I cannot understand how Sykes Cottages had allowed this to go unresolved. The Freesat TV box did not work so we could only watch TV via the internet. The wall lights in the lounge were not working neither were two of the spotlights in the kitchen near the Hob, along with the light in the extractor over the Hob, making a dim area in which to cook hot food. The door on the en suite shower did not close properly and there were no oven gloves. These points have been highlighted in reviews before, the oven gloves in June 2018. Unlike one of the previous recent reviews we found the house perfectly clean in all respects. The house could and should be a perfect family holiday home and before we realised about the defective kitchen window, we had booked it again for half term next year. We sincerely hope that these problems will be addressed without delay!
Mrs Young September 2019

“No front door key.”

Only one key for access via French doors. Kitchen area not thoroughly cleaned. Wooden flooring covered in footprints and was tacky. French doors were covered in smears inside and tv looked as though a wet cloth had been over it. Kitchen window not secure and not lockable, able to open externally!!!!! Many light bulbs need replacing. Shower door in en-suite did not close fully. Stool in bedroom broken. On arrival at 5.30pm gentlemen from property services was in situ repairing broken single bed. He was very pleasant and we did point out cleanliness issues, broken stool and no front door key which he said he would obtain. He took photos of issues that we identified on arrival. A key never appeared!!!! Porthtowan is a lovely place to stay and this house could be so much better and I feel the price paid was too much for the quality and security that we did not get.
Mr Davies August 2019

“The village, the location of the house all was very good.”
Mrs Edge August 2019

“Lovely house opposite play park.”

Well equipped kitchen. Boiler wasn't working and although we had hot water it was chilly first 2 nights. A repair man was sent out but never actually came back to fix it so it was lucky the weather got better! Unicorn pub has reopened and is lovely!
Mr Humphreys July 2019

“Although this property is a five minute walk from the beach it is more than close enough to walk to all the village amenities as well as the beach yet remains far enough away to be quiet in the evenings.”
Mrs Mckenzie June 2019

“Lovely spacious holiday home that fitted our needs perfectly.”

We were a family of 6 adults, 2 toddlers and a 2 month old baby. You do have to take your own travel cots/high chair but we were fine with that. Good private parking. Perfect location for beautiful Porthtowan beach. 5 min walk down hill, but 10 min walk back up the hill! Garden at the back with outdoor table and chairs. Small playground straight opposite for active children! Excellent weather and we had a fantastic week!
Ms Pollard June 2019

“A few very minor points that should be made, the fish and chip shop and the unicorn pub have now closed down so details of these should be removed from information pack at the house and advert for the property, we intended to have fish and chips the night of our arrival and had to revert to plan B.”

Also, we were very confused about which dustbins belong to this house. info pack at the house states two grey rubbish bins at the front of property but there is one grey to the right side and one green directly in front, both of these are being filled up by other properties making rubbish disposal a bit of a problem. I would suggest painting house number on relevant bins.
Mr Clover October 2018

“A comfortable well-presented holiday home.”

With a couple of additional bits of equipment it would be spot on perfect. The house really does need a tumble dryer, especially during the autumn and winter months - we had to dry clothes on radiators; it rained on three days and as we were hiking the coast path, we needed wet weather gear dry for the next day. It could also do with an oven glove and some additional bits of kitchen equipment. Plenty of hot water though, and good parking for two cars. Ideally located close to the coast path for walkers. Would certainly go back.
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The property

St Agnes 4 miles.

Superbly located for beach and walking holidays, this beautifully furnished house is set in the village of Porthtowan just five minutes walk from the Blue Flag award-winning beach.

Ideal for families and group holidays.

From the moment you arrive you will appreciate the quality of furnishings and the homely feel that exudes throughout.

There are four bedrooms here, with three set on the first floor and the master king size double with en suite facilities on the second floor.

The ground floor is open plan offering a well equipped kitchen and comfortable dining and sitting areas.

Outside there is an enclosed garden at the rear to relax after a day on the beach.

Directly opposite the house is a well designed children's playground, so close that parents can keep an eye on the children as they play from the comfort of the living room.

There are two well known popular beach front pubs, the Unicorn and the Blue Bar, both serving great food and a fine selection of local ales and both within a 5 minute walk from the house.

The beach itself is hard to beat, bordered by soft golden sand and backed by large dunes and dramatic cliffs.

Walkers will delight in taking to the coast path which heads east to St Agnes and west to Portreath with spectacular sea views all the way.

Ideally situated on the north coast there will be many coastal villages and coves to visit throughout your holiday making a stay at the Cove one to remember.

Summary

Over three floors
Four bedrooms: 1 x second floor king size double with TV and en suite shower, WC and basin, 1 x double with TV, 1 x double, 1 x single with pull out trundle bed
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor cloakroom with WC and basin
Open plan living room with kitchen, dining and sitting areas
Gas central heating
Electric cooker with gas hob, microwave, fridge / freezer, dishwasher, washing machine,TV, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 2 cars
Enclosed garden with lawned area and patio
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop, pub and beach all 5 mins walk.

About the location

PORTHTOWAN

St Agnes 4 miles; Portreath 4 miles; Truro 9 miles.

Porthtowan is a small village resting on west Cornwall’s beautiful coastline, renowned for its Blue Flag beach, which at low tide exposes almost a mile and a half of fine, golden sands. Fringed by impressive granite cliffs, the beach is a popular surfing venue and is lifeguarded during the summer, making it ideal for families. Porthtowan is part of the St Agnes designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and there are some wonderful walks to be found, offering vivid scenery along the South West Coast Path, whether you choose to head east to St Agnes or west to Portreath. The towns of St Ives and Penzance, with their art galleries, restaurants and quaint harbours, are half an hour’s drive away, whilst Flambards Theme Park, The Cornish Seal Sanctuary in Gweek, and the Goonhilly Satellite Earth Station are just a few of the other diverse attractions scattered around this picturesque region. A great base for a varied family break.

The Beaches

Porthtowan near St Agnes, Cornwall (Ref. 960024)

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“The Beaches was the ideal place to spend half term for our family of seven including three young children and two grandparents as there was plenty of room for everyone.”

“No front door key.”

“The village, the location of the house all was very good.”

“Lovely house opposite play park.”

“Although this property is a five minute walk from the beach it is more than close enough to walk to all the village amenities as well as the beach yet remains far enough away to be quiet in the evenings.”

“Lovely spacious holiday home that fitted our needs perfectly.”

“A comfortable well-presented holiday home.”

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About the location

PORTHTOWAN

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