Took Some Doing is a spacious and comfortable cottage in Bodmin, Cornwall, praised for its quiet location, tasteful design, and entertainment options. While some maintenance issues were noted, the property's overall charm and the hosts' helpfulness have been highlighted positively.
The property is generally described as spotlessly clean, although there are isolated reports of mold in a shower room, a blocked shower trap, and cobwebs, suggesting room for improvement.
The location is consistently described as beautiful and quiet, with easy access to amenities, beaches, and attractions, indicating a high level of satisfaction.
Guests find the property to be warm, spacious, and comfortable, with plenty of seating and beautiful bedrooms. However, some guests noted a lack of kitchen equipment which could affect comfort during meal preparation.
The property boasts an entertainment room and is well-furnished, but several reviews mention issues with maintenance such as a faulty dishwasher door, broken clothes dryer, and lack of kitchen equipment.
While guests appreciate the property and the hosts' responsiveness, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate the hosts' thoughtfulness. Therefore, this score cannot be assessed.
Perched on the outskirts of St Tudy in Cornwall, is this lovely four-bedroom, detached cottage, Took Some Doing. Enjoying a fabulous location near to Bodmin Moor with distant rural views from the front garden, Took Some Doing is a fantastic dwelling for a group or family of seven looking for their next relaxing getaway. Leave your vehicle on the generous driveway with space for five cars, before being greeted by a large front garden and patio with picnic bench, the perfect spot for savouring your morning coffee as the little ones play. Look forward to conjuring up delicious feasts in the contemporary and well-equipped kitchen, featuring a washing machine and dishwasher, ready to enjoy at the dining table for eight over celebratory bottles of fizz. Just off the kitchen is a light and airy conservatory with dining seating for six, where you can catch the last of the day’s rays. After dinner, explore the rear garden where you can enjoy your favourite tipple or challenge your loved ones to a game of table tennis. As the evening cools, retire to the sitting room, where you can gather your loved ones on the huge corner sofa for a family film night, courtesy of the Smart TV, as the electric fire gently warms the space. If you fancy watching something else, the property’s entertainment room is the place to do it, with large Smart TV, plush seating and a bar area, sure to be the social hub during your stay! After a day of exploring, wash away the day with a relaxing soak in the bath, or rinse off with a refreshing shower. When sleep calls, choose from four well-appointed bedrooms to catch your rest, 1 super-king-size (zip/link) with en-suite walk in shower room, 1 x super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower room and bath, a king-size and a single, all with plenty of storage. Completing the property is a double garage where you can store bikes or surfboards after your excursions. Explore your local surroundings, where nearby, you will find the welcoming St Tudy Inn, serving a tasty menu and local ales, it is the perfect place to refuel at the end of the day. The village also has a well-stocked village store for stocking up on essentials, a charming café where you can grab a light bite, and a Thai takeaway, available on Friday and Saturday, ideal for when you don’t fancy venturing out. For a wider selection of amenities, take the short drive over to Bodmin, where you will find the attractions of Bodmin Jail, Bodmin Keep and the Bodmin Town Museum. Keen cyclists can also access the famous Camel Trail, which spans for 18-miles and leads towards Padstow. Be sure to visit the Bodmin Beacon, where you can soak up the exceptional views on offer overlooking the town. Keen walkers are well-placed for exploring the delights of Bodmin Moor, where you can hike through Cardinham Woods, hook your catch of the day at Temple Trout Fisheries, embark up Brown Willy, Cornwall’s highest hill, or meet the Moor View Alpacas. The idyllic village of Port Isaac is a must-see, with fresh seafood on offer at Outlaw’s Fish Kitchen and Fresh From The Sea, Squeezy Belly Alley and easy access onto the renowned South West Coast Path. Further afield, you will find Padstow, home to the National Lobster Trail, the esteemed Prideaux Place, and The Padstow Museum. All this and more awaits at Took Some Doing.
St Tudy, a quaint village in North Cornwall, is nestled in a densely wooded valley beside the River Camel. St Tudy is a great starting point for exploring both the coast and the countryside, being just over seven miles from Port Isaac and a few miles from Bodmin Moor. One of the most popular 17-mile riverside bike trails in Cornwall, the Camel Trail runs from Bodmin Moor to Padstow through St Tudy, which has a tiny shop, post office and pub called the St Tudy Inn. Tintagel Castle, Pinetum Park and Pine Lodge Gardens, Lanhydrock House and Gardens, and Pencarrow House and Gardens are all nearby attractions. Visit Port Isaac, a small village with winding, tiny streets and quaint harbour views, or head farther south to Newquay, a surfing haven, or the gentler sands of Polzeath Beach.
Single-storey.
Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, WC and bath, 1 king-size, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with electric fire.
Conservatory.
Entertainment room
Air source heat pumps with electric fire and underfloor heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.
2 x Smart TV, WiFi, record player, selection of books, games, records, bar area.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Off-road road parking for 5 cars.
Front garden with lawn, patio and furniture, rear garden with patio, raised terrace, furniture, outdoor table tennis and double garage with storage for bikes and surfboards.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.3 miles.
Note: There are two steps down to the sitting room, please take care
Joanne
There are a few suggestions weâd like to make which will, in our opinion enhance your stay. 1. A hair dryer would be a good idea in at least one of the bedrooms. 2. An air fryer in the kitchen and a better frying pan. 3. A tumble dryer in the garage. But none of these would stop us from booking again.
Shirley
Unfortunately there were quite a few things wrong (maintenance) mold in one shower room,shower trap blocked in another ,which we had to clean out . Tap in one bathroom loose came off in hand not one toilet brush in any of five toilets.no hair dryer kitchen and conservatory floors need good clean ,no teaspoons at all (which was rectified) lots of cobwebs in conservatory .the poorest welcome pack we have ever had .Itâs a fine big property but really needs some T L C would have expected a lot better for the price,
Carole
Plenty of room for all of us during our stay
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