Skiber Goth

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

23 Customer Review(s)

“Lovely rural setting in Cornwall.”

The cottage is perfect for a family of dog. It was very clean. The garden is small but lovely.

The cottage is perfect for a family of dog. It was very clean. The garden is small but lovely.

- Mrs Calancha, May 2021
Mr Sullivan July 2021

“Just came home after a weeks holiday at skiber goth cottage, although the cottage didn’t ruin our holiday it definitely let us down!”

On arrival the host were no where to be seen and didn’t answer any of the contact details given to us. We sat and waited outside the property after check in time, ended up letting ourselves in. No welcome. Finally managed to get hold of the host to let her know we had let ourselves in as we felt rude doing it. She just made it feel as if we were bothering her. The signal at the cottage is terrible, which I understand because of its location. The wifi which is provided is useless, it only seemed to work slowly on the day of arrival. After that it just didn’t work! The cottage itself was dirty when we arrived, the floors didn’t look vacuumed, the cutlery and cups in the cupboard were dirty (even though there is a dishwasher) the bathroom and kitchen we had to deep clean when we got there. Overall let down with the cleanliness, especially after the pandemic! The cottage is also overrun with flies!! As the other reviews say. The welcome pack was also useless, the hosts seem to care very little about their guests! Clearly there just to make money. Have stayed in many cottages across Cornwall, this by far was the worst, they are definitely doing something wrong. We wouldn’t be back.

- Mr Sullivan, July 2021
Mr Taylor July 2021

“The location more rural than expected.”

Miles of narrow roads with no indication of how to get there. No walks/pathways without travelling. No local pub. No holiday atmosphere whatsoever. No phone reception. Poor Wifi connection.

- Mr Taylor, July 2021
Mrs Sugiarto-hedges April 2021

“It was so nice to be finally be able to have a short break.”

Skiber Goth more than lived up to the photos. The sofa area was great to relax in. We had no problems with the WiFi and enjoyed being able to use the smart tv. The welcome basket was delicious. The location was quiet. Great for access to Looe, would highly recommend rock pooling at Hannafore beach, west Looe. We also fitted a trip to Golitha Falls before heading home. There was a nice homely feel, we would really like to visit again.

- Mrs Sugiarto-hedges, April 2021
Mr Plackett August 2020

“Accommodation was lovely and comfortable.”

Set in a lovely countryside setting. Clean but there was lots of cobwebs. We would definitely rebook and stay again.

- Mr Plackett, August 2020
Mr Outten August 2020

“Lovely cottage in a very quiet area.”

Very out of the way with very friendly neighbours. Most of the coastal areas were well within an hours drive which is well accessible for us. The back garden was a nice small area that the kids enjoyed playing in and was well away from the road. Having a washer dryer and a dishwasher was very handy for us. One issue we had was the large amount of flies which I know is one of the issues with living rurally. Another was the lack of phone signal and slow WiFi (I know, first world problems, but having no sense of distraction I struggled to plan routes on the sat nav, book days out or ring anyone for any help)

- Mr Outten, August 2020
Mr Pursey July 2020

“Really very dirty when we arrived.”

Cobwebs on and behind every door, in most corners of all rooms. I had to remove over 30 spiders in total. Floors were dirty, I had to re-wash all plates, glasses and cutlery almost all were dirty. The state of the dishwasher was disgusting, I had to run it on a empty cycle with a tablet just to get it clean enough to use. The single beds had dirt on the duvets which was puzzling. The tiles over the bath/shower were covered in soap scum which wad hard to miss and just proved it had not been cleaned. The general cleanliness was a huge issue in itself before you even consider COVID. When we then thought about COVID it really made us quite anxious. Not an enjoyable stay at all.

- Mr Pursey, July 2020
Mr Maclean July 2020

“The cottage was lovely in a quiet location.”

There are three downsides though the pillows are very poor i would advise people to take their own. And the very narrow lanes leading to the cottage and the surrounding area that are not mentioned on your website. Also no mobile phone signal at the cottage other than that it was a pleasant stay. You will also get a visit from Boris the friendly golden labrador

- Mr Maclean, July 2020
Mr Melton October 2019

“It was perfect for our needs, the cottage was spacious and well equipped.”

For us it was in a perfect location as it was only a mile away from where my family lived. Would definitely book again.

- Mr Melton, October 2019
Mrs Edwards September 2019

“The pictures on your website were long out of date and although fairly comfortable and nice and warm it was not as nice as it looked nor as well equipped as usual and the soft furnishings were very tired.”

Also, no wardrobes only pegs on the wall which could be an issue for so e people. Quite remote, down very narrow lanes and no phone signal. Very quiet and lovely countryside .

- Mrs Edwards, September 2019
Mr Slater September 2018

“Excellent stay clean comfortable just two minor things.”

I am disabled and a couple of hand bars would have helped and to put signs up for directions otherwise 10 out of 10 yes we will book with you again

- Mr Slater, September 2018
Mrs Philpot August 2018

“The cottage was great had everything needed for a comfortable holiday the only ...”

The cottage was great had everything needed for a comfortable holiday the only negative comment I could make would be about the flies and the pillows and duvets need replacing

- Mrs Philpot, August 2018
Mrs Moss August 2018

“The barn was down some very tight country lanes not mentioned in the description.”

There were lots of flies which needs to be dealt with. The barn was lovely and the tray with scones ,milk and cream was a lovely welcome. Little bit to remote for us and the garden in the description was non existent we booked the barn as we thought there was an enclosed garden for the dog to play in and in the very hot weather a place for us to seat.

- Mrs Moss, August 2018
Miss Hurley July 2018

“The booking and the whole stay at Skiber Goth was brilliant!”

Already on the look out to re book another place via Sykes and back to skiber goth!

- Miss Hurley, July 2018
Mrs Cruickshank June 2018

“The cottage had everything we needed to have a peaceful break.”

It was clean and comfortable and a good location for visiting both Cornwall and Devon

- Mrs Cruickshank, June 2018
Mrs Hicks June 2018

“Everything we needed, great little hideaway.”

- Mrs Hicks, June 2018
Miss Read June 2018

“It was a great holiday!”

At first you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere (which is exactly how we wanted to feel) but then you was close to key locations like Looe, or Adrenalin quarry. You will definitely need a car, however if you want night off from driving the taxi’s are a reasonable price. We really did enjoy ourselves and would come back again!

- Miss Read, June 2018
Mrs Pickbourne May 2018

“On arrival, we found Skiber Goth had an appalling smell inside throughout the property.”

There was no phone signal or wifi to contact the owners and no phone number for Sykes on the documentation sent to us on booking through them. Having traveled miles of winding lanes was unsure of how far back to go to get a signal and after traveling 6 hours to get there decided to unpack. The property had no wardrobes/cupboards to hang clothes. The furniture consists of two child-size bucket chairs 12 inches off the floor and an older two seater settee. The property is lagged so well with small windows in the bedrooms that the heat at night with no air circulation is horrendous as others have also remarked on in the guest book. Even with the windows open and mosquitoes coming in, the heat was such along with the smell it made me physically vomit. After being awake all night we started to pack up at 6 in the morning. We had booked for a week but only been in the property hours. My husband drove some distance away to get a phone signal. There was no reply to the owners land or mobile phone, so he left a message. The owner turned up and admitted he had workmen the week before in the property working on an inside tank and spillage had occurred and that was the cause of the foul rancid smell. Despite knowing this he had let the property to us in this condition. Although the guest book had many complaints about the heat in the bedrooms, and other issues mentioned, his answer was "well open the windows". Offhand and abrupt and told us to go and leave the keys on the table. At this moment in time, Sykes" although having had other complaints about this property, still let it to us. They are refusing to give us a full refund, going from an offer of refunding their commission in vouchers, to then stating the owner is only offering way less than half our money back even though we were only in the property a matter of hours. We had to find other accommodation at short notice and great cost due to their duplicity: IE The owners knowing there was at the very least a problem with the smell, and Sykes, having had other complaints, knew the property was not up to standard and continued to advertise it and take money to let it when it was not as described. The stress and hours I have spent on the phone trying to resolve this to no avail bring me to recommend you do not use this firm and avoid at all costs! I will be taking the matter further.

- Mrs Pickbourne, May 2018
Mrs Palmer August 2016

“Nice welcome note and cream tea, milk etc”

- Mrs Palmer, August 2016
Mrs Jones June 2015

“This property was a good base, for all the sites in Cornwall we wanted to visit.”

It was very secluded and quiet, in a lovely location and was well appointed. Good value for money. This property is comfortable and suitable for long stays and we would be happy to recommend this property to family & friends and to stay there again.

- Mrs Jones, June 2015
Mrs Fair February 2015

“It was secluded and quiet with plenty of local walks.”

Hospitable and friendly owners. Property was clean, quiet and restful.

- Mrs Fair, February 2015
Mrs Martain January 2015

“Very peaceful, remote even.”

Perfect for me to walk my dogs. I loved it.

- Mrs Martain, January 2015
Miss Price October 2014

“Had a lovely autumn break in this excellent converted barn, set in quiet Cornish countryside.”

Yet only 30 minutes drive away from the busy city of Plymouth, several beautiful beaches; coves or Bodmin Moor.

- Miss Price, October 2014
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The property

Liskeard 3 miles.

A beautifully-presented, stone-built barn conversion, one of two in a quiet rural location on the edge of the village of Menheniot near Liskeard, South Cornwall.

This cottage is furnished in modern style, which complements its rustic features, with the accommodation entirely across the ground floor, and offers a pleasant place for guests to enjoy a holiday in this popular part of Cornwall.

There are two comfortable bedrooms and a bathroom, as well as an open plan living area providing a sociable space for everyone to gather together after an exciting day out.

Outside is a sunny garden, where guests can enjoy the wonderful views across the lush green Cornish countryside, listen to the birds and relax in the peaceful atmosphere.

Nearby, there are some fabulous walks to enjoy on Bodmin Moor, where there are plenty of rivers, antiquities, trails and mineral tramways amidst the wide open landscapes, which are sure to capture your imagination.

The south Cornish coastline is only a short drive, where there are plenty of pretty ports to visit, including Looe and Polperro.

The two beautiful lakes nearby at Colliford and Siblyback provide cycleways, fishing and watersports opportunities set in a natural conservation setting.

This cottage provides an excellent base to explore south Cornwall, Bodmin Moor and beyond.

Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 1 car
Lawned Rear Garden with patio, patio front of Property, One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 2 miles
Note: Property near to working farm, may be some mud on the road

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About the location

LISKEARD

Looe 9 miles, Bodmin 13 miles.

The historic market town of Liskeard is located in South East Cornwall at the head of the Looe Valley. The town is home to a number of shops, pubs and restaurants. The beaches and harbour of the quaint fishing port of Looe is a mere 9 miles away. In-between there’s fishing at nearby Siblyback Lake, the Donkey Sanctuary at St Ann's Chapel, Cotehele House (NT) and gardens, and the championship golf course at St Mellion International Resort. Head to the world-famous Eden Project for a superb day out with the children. Even the maritime city of Plymouth with its historic Barbican docks area, outstanding shops, theatres and restaurants and the National Maritime Museum is only 30 minutes by car.

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Skiber Goth

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely rural setting in Cornwall.”

“Just came home after a weeks holiday at skiber goth cottage, although the cottage didn’t ruin our holiday it definitely let us down!”

“The location more rural than expected.”

“It was so nice to be finally be able to have a short break.”

“Accommodation was lovely and comfortable.”

“Lovely cottage in a very quiet area.”

“Really very dirty when we arrived.”

“The cottage was lovely in a quiet location.”

“It was perfect for our needs, the cottage was spacious and well equipped.”

“The pictures on your website were long out of date and although fairly comfortable and nice and warm it was not as nice as it looked nor as well equipped as usual and the soft furnishings were very tired.”

“Excellent stay clean comfortable just two minor things.”

“The cottage was great had everything needed for a comfortable holiday the only ...”

“The barn was down some very tight country lanes not mentioned in the description.”

“The booking and the whole stay at Skiber Goth was brilliant!”

“The cottage had everything we needed to have a peaceful break.”

“Everything we needed, great little hideaway.”

“It was a great holiday!”

“On arrival, we found Skiber Goth had an appalling smell inside throughout the property.”

“Nice welcome note and cream tea, milk etc”

“This property was a good base, for all the sites in Cornwall we wanted to visit.”

“It was secluded and quiet with plenty of local walks.”

“Very peaceful, remote even.”

“Had a lovely autumn break in this excellent converted barn, set in quiet Cornish countryside.”