Guests say
Chy-Nans in Cornwall offers a peaceful holiday experience with its well-equipped and comfortable cottages. Guests appreciate the quiet holiday village location, proximity to Falmouth, and the natural surroundings. While some guests encountered issues with Wi-Fi and hot water, the property's charm and convenience for local visits are well-regarded.
The property generally maintains good standards of cleanliness, though some guests noted the presence of cobwebs and a few instances of unclean items. The issues seem sporadic rather than systemic.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity and proximity to Falmouth, with guests enjoying the peaceful setting and accessibility to local attractions.
Most guests find the property comfortable and convenient, with some minor feedback on the complexity of appliances and the quality of beds. The overall comfort level is deemed satisfactory.
Facilities are generally good, but there are recurring issues with Wi-Fi and hot water reliability. Some guests also reported problems with the oven and heating system.
There is insufficient information regarding the presence of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owners. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Chy-Nans is one of only three bungalows by the stream within landscaped gardens in the Village of Gardens at Pendra Loweth, in the peaceful valley close to Maenporth Beach in Falmouth. There are onsite facilities including tennis courts, children's outdoor play area and an indoor splash pool (seasonal opening hours) making an ideal venue for families seeking relaxation and recreation close to the coast, with accommodation all on the ground floor. Dine in the sunny conservatory, and relax in the open plan living area, a smart and modern space with kitchen combo. There are two well-appointed bedrooms and a pristine bathroom.
Open doors to the patio area with picnic bench, set in communal grounds with gentle stream running by. Set on the far edge of the Village, Chy-Nans enjoys access from the winding lanes which lead in from Swanpool road; a 15 minute walk to Swanpool beach with beach cafe or 10 minute drive to Falmouth resort with fabulous attractions for all. Home to the National Maritime Museum, visitors will enjoy an amble through the narrow streets or a boat trip across the River Fal or up the Truro River. Maenporth beach is the perfect spot to spend a day on the sands, but close enough to pop to for a couple of hours of just an invigorating swim.
North Helford is a quintessential Cornish visitor destination; a mix of beach, creek and woodland serve some of our most interesting and historic villages and towns. Chy-Nans makes a delightful retreat for enjoying the best of this region of Cornwall.
Falmouth, with its magnificent natural harbour (the third largest in the world), winding streets and beaches, will keep you occupied for hours. The town's old harbourside pubs, excellent shopping, art gallery and stunning National Maritime Museum simply complete the picture. Pendennis Castle, built by Henry viii, is Falmouth's most popular attraction, sited on its own peninsula with superb panoramic sea views. Across from Falmouth harbour is the beautiful town of St Mawes, surrounded by the rocky coves, sandy beaches and lush green countryside of the Roseland Peninsula. Go there by car (15 miles) or take the passenger ferry from Falmouth (15 minutes).
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double.
1 x bunk beds with TV.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen and sitting area.
Dining/conservatory.
Electric heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV, DVD.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Off road allocated parking for 1 car plus visitors parking.
Open patio area with garden furniture and shared lawn garden.
Shared use of gym, Jacuzzi, splash pool, children's play area and tennis courts.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 1 mile.
Beach 15 mins walk.
Note: No space for cot in either bedroom.
Note: There is an access ramp for access.
Note: On-site facilities have seasonal opening times.
Note: The shared splash/plunge pool is approximately 3 metres on either side with a 1.4 metre depth.It has a maximum capacity of 4 people at any one time.
Note: Car charging points are available outside of the office next to the disabled car parking bay.
Note: Bookings for any other reason than holiday/leisure are not permitted on this site, this property cannot be used as private accommodation for work or business trips, any bookings for commercial/worker use will be cancelled and the owners reserve to right to refuse a refund.
Reviews (42)
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Anthony
Many thanks to Kay and Sue for the change of bed linen and towels for our second week. It was much appreciated. The micro-wave was a bit noisy when we used it and wondered if it was on itsway out??
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Khorshed
My son was in the shower at the time, and I had to heat water using the kettle to ensure he could wash. I immediately called Sykes' emergency line, but I was told that no one could be sent out to fix the hot water problem because it was nighttime. I was promised that someone would come the next morning, but no one arrived, although the hot water resumed working by then. Unfortunately, this issue recurred two days later when we returned from the beach around 9:30 PM. Again, there was no hot water, making it impossible for my children to shower after playing at the beach. I called the emergency service once more, only to receive the same response as before. The hot water started running again the following morning, but this pattern repeated itself on our seventh night. Additionally, several other issues severely impacted our stay: Oven Not Working: The oven was inoperable throughout our stay, limiting our ability to cook meals. Uncomfortable Bunk Bed: The bank bed was very uncomfortable for my children, affecting their sleep quality. Despite notifying you multiple times and emphasizing that I had young children with me, the problem with the hot water was not effectively addressed, and the overall quality of our accommodation was unacceptable. I believe this situation was handled poorly and does not reflect the standard of service I expected from Sykes Cottages.
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Kayleigh
Just a few sheets on recommendations for days out/local restaurants would have been nice. Hot water issue meant we could not boost water and need to keep immersion on 24-7 to be able to shower which seemed wasteful on energy. Toilet seat is fitted incorrectly and property could do with a fan or two as it gets hot at night and windows being open in a bungalow wasn't ideal with the openings. Other than that basic equipment for a stay as expected.