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"Information about heating, TV and cooker and hob were either out of date or lacking."
There was nowhere to hang wet towels, or laundry that is unsuitable for tumble dryer. No chair in bedrooms. We did contact the caretaker and he responded very quickly with an airier and a freestanding towel rail for each shower room. It wasn’t very clear what could be recycled and which outdoor bin took refuse.
We were however comfortable (2 people and 2 dogs) and I appreciated the foot stool. The property has beautiful views and there are walks from it. The garden area is not enclosed.
It may need more seating to accommodate more people - in the living room, and there were only 2 seats on the balcony.
Overall we enjoyed our stay and appreciated the quick responses from Jason, who also helped with the cooker hob.
Reviewed by DianaMar 2022
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"A wonderful hidden gem!"
We wanted to get away from the hussles and bussles of every day life. To be able to see, smell and hear the sea. We were not disappointed. The Coach House delivered all the above plus being cosy, warm and welcoming.
We will certainly be back.
Reviewed by JulieFeb 2022
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"Lovely property."
Beautiful views and ideally located on SW coast path. Our third visit. Great for dogs
Reviewed by TinaDec 2021
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"We enjoyed the break and could book The Coach House again."
The place was spotlessly clean and very well presented.
- Upstairs single beds are very uncomfortable. Need better mattresses. Cannot comments on the comfort of the downstairs beds.
- We were four people and the lounge furniture met our needs. However, as the property sleeps six. there needs to be a re-think of an additional settee or armchairs.
- The heating controls are very unclear and not user-friendly. The instructions left by the key-holder are totally inadequate. I spent far too much time trying to get it to work when we stayed in.
- The mirror in the double bedroom en-suite has been affixed to the wall trapping the over-basin pull light cord. The light cannot be used. It’s not a simple case of pulling it free.
- The outside tap is broken. Dirty footwear and dog need cleaning outside.
- Sykes book-out time on the day of departure is not the same as that displayed in the property. Departing at 1000/1030 is a comfortable time. Having to depart by 0930 is a pressured rush.
This is not a rant, but points that need addressing to make fee paying visitors feel that they are getting value.
Reviewed by LeeNov 2021
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"As this property caters for six persons we would have expected 6 balcony chairs."
However, there were only 2 necessitating taking heavy chairs from the dining room upstairs to the balcony. As the weather was good the balcony was used every day to enjoy afternoon sun. We frequently saw dolphins in the bay from the balcony.
Reviewed by MargaretSep 2021
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"We would definitely come back to the coach house."
Perfect spot, lovely house.
Jason and his team are very helpful and welcoming.
Reviewed by HelenAug 2021
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"Our 4th time staying here, spotlessly clean as always, well equipped and in a fantastic location."
Reviewed by NeilJun 2021
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"It is a very welcoming house, clean and warm."
The view was heavenly, over our expectations!
We would love to go back soon.
Reviewed by AndreeaMay 2021
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"Only thing was that a bag off dog poo was left outside door."
Not nice
Reviewed by SusanMay 2021
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"Lovely property."
Recently decorated so very clean and fresh. Booked again for December. Great views and access to beach
Reviewed by TinaApr 2021
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"The Coach House is in a fantastic location with a great view and it was wonderful being able to hear the sea at all times."
Comfortable, cosy and spacious, right on the coast path. Our dog needs a holiday to recover from all the walking!
Reviewed by EmmaDec 2020
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"The cottage is set in a superb location and the inside is welcoming and clean."
I would try and take better photos which show the location as it is so well placed.
A perfect base for wildlife lovers. Walking distance to Sennen and Nanquidno Valley.
Reviewed by AOct 2020
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"We needed accommodation and booked very late."
I understand that Covid is making things difficult, but on arrival, we were met by a wall of disinfectant smell (smelled more like flyspray) throughout the house. There seemed not to have been enough time between cleaning and arrival. It was really unpleasant and not a great start. The smell persisted for at least 24 hours. Perhaps you should be staggering arrivals and not one out one in on the same day. Or using better cleaning methods/products.
The accommodation looked poor from the external photo, but the photos of the interior were good. However, our expectations were not met. The whole enterprise was basic - looked a lot better in the photos, but everything was cheap and disappointing - construction, materials, cutlery, glasses, bedding etc. The carpets and sofas felt tacky and we not comfortable without shoes. The tv didnt work - we notified the caretaker immediately but it wasnt fixed for 3 days, and for a rainy break in september with dark evenings, that was not good enough. Instructions for the use of the property were emailed to us but we couldnt open them on our phones. We asked, but never got a printed copy.
It was more like student accommodation. It looked like a party house - Im sure its perfect for a gang of surfers, for partying, drinking and crashing, but it didnt suit us. The description traded on the sea/sunset view which was great, but it was let down by everything else.
We will not book through Sykes again.
Reviewed by SOct 2020
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"From our experience, this cottage was exceptional for its location and views ( near a cliff top with great views to sea and along the shoreline ), for remoteness and for atmosphere."
It was comfortable and warm, clean and well prepared for our visit. I would recommend the owners might provide a few more kitchen items for preparing food and cooking with, but that is only a minor matter overall. We highly recommend the cottage
Reviewed by SteveSep 2020
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"We were a group of Grandma (84), her three sons and daughter (all in their 50s), and one grandson (7), and found that The Coach House met our varying needs extremely well."
It is spacious, comfortable, and clean, and of course the sea views are superb. Access to beach and cliff walks were on our doorstep,and it made a good centre from which to get to Pendeen, St. Just, Porthgwarra, Mousehole, and Penzance. We thought it was fair value for the price. Our only problem was initially discovering how to work the hob and ovens, never before having encountered a digital touch-button display, and a manual would have been helpful. Thank you to the owners for making it available.
Reviewed by MerleAug 2020
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"We love the location of this cottage."
The cottage is very clean and comfortable with fantastic views. Jason the caretaker is always available and had to deal with a rather stubborn drain blockage on another prop. Missed the normal starter pack which also included wine in past
Reviewed by MargaretJul 2020
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"This is the second cottage booked with you this year."
Porth leven we thought may have been a blip so accepted the tired looking accommodation. Our experience this weekend was the same. We paid a little more for comfort but again the accommodation looked tired and well used. Bathrooms nice but the flooring in the lounge was ripped. Kitchen units needed painting and kitchen table needed a good wash. Sorry
Reviewed by JulieOct 2019
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"The cottage had loads of room, lovely welcome gifts and the view from the balcony was outstanding"
Reviewed by SarahSep 2019
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"We loved our stay at The Coach House!"
The view over the bay is spectacular and the private path to the beach, although steep, is stunning. The house was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed.
Reviewed by KristinaJul 2019
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"This coach house, is a fantastic place to stay."
So relaxing..
Reviewed by KarenJun 2019
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"This place is set in a stunning location."
A little hard to find even with the Sat Nav as it didn't take us far enough down the lane but there is nothing we could fault. The views are stunning and the accommodation is really comfortable with everything you need. The welcome pack is a lovely touch and welcomed as the first thing you need after a six hour journey is a drink! Would definitely book again :)
Reviewed by JaneJun 2019
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"Lovely location for walking and surfing beach."
Reviewed by SusanJun 2019
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"Spotlessly clean on arrival, even gave us a couple of old towels for our dogs."
Great location, we will be back next year.
Reviewed by NeilMay 2019
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"We have spent lovely time, the view is beautiful and I highly recommended this place."
Best wishes
Reviewed by GeorgianaApr 2019
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"Great location."
Stunning views
Reviewed by StephenApr 2019
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"Only one thing needs sorting quickly is the sewerage smell outside house."
Reviewed by JohnMar 2019
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"We could not find anything to complain about either at the Coach House or Sykes Cottages."
We have had several holidays booked the Sykes and we have never received anything but good clean cottages, so we can now add another brilliant holiday to the growing list. Looking forward to next year. Thank you.
Reviewed by AlanSep 2018
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"- Jason; the caretaker was very helpful; however;
- The beds were extremely uncomfortable and, on looking, very old."
The mattress springs 'donged' on movement and there was a hard line down the middle of the double bed. I had to use spare duvets to try to improve it. The other beds not much better. Glad to get back home to my own bed.
- The en-suite shower was either tepid or boiling hot.
- Downstairs toilet main part was cracked.
- Very flimsy plastic toilet seats unable to sit on them.
- Oven, cracked handle and possibly on it's way out listening to the noise of the fan.
- Radiators not working in kitchen and entrance room, thermostat in the kitchen.
I used to stay in Carn Eve and its properties thirty years ago and they are unfortunately now looking rather unkempt and shabby in it's general upkeep.
Reviewed by KarenSep 2018
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"Quick and easy to book, excellent app and communication."
Cottage was fantastic.
Reviewed by NeilSep 2018
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"Location is perfect, with the house appointed to make the most of the fabulous views over the bay from Long Ships out to the Scilly isles in the distance."
Great access to Gwenver and coastal walks.
Need a new hob, but this was promised. House clean bright and airy. Lovely to have the balcony to take in the sunset with a glass of wine. Overall House was open and airy, parking easy and we enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed by MargaretAug 2018
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"Overall the property could do with updating."
We lost the central heating from Boxing Day. We called out the caretaker who came the following day who got it working again for it to fail again a few hours later. He said he would get a plumber out the following day but I had my reservations due to it being Christmas week and of-course he never turned up. We had to make do with a single electric fan heater which was ok when were altogether in the sitting room. What this meant was that it was cold at night and all the towels were damp. The toilet in the en-suite also leaked. The spectacular view made up for the disappointing accommodation.
Reviewed by SimonDec 2017