Guests say
99 Tower Road in Newquay is a spacious cottage that is well-received for its excellent location, close to the beach and town centre. Guests appreciate the property's suitability for large groups and the welcome pack provided. While some maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is positive, with the property offering a good base for exploring Cornwall.
The property generally appears clean, with some guests satisfied, but there are comments about the kitchen's cleanliness and the need for a deep clean, particularly of the cooker. This suggests room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, town, and local amenities, making it an ideal spot for guests looking to explore Newquay and enjoy its attractions.
The property is considered comfortable by most, with good quality bedding and plenty of space. However, some guests find the beds firm and the bunk bed room small, indicating varied experiences with comfort.
Facilities are adequate for large groups, but there are several maintenance issues reported, such as problems with appliances, bathroom fixtures, and general wear. These issues suggest the need for updates and repairs.
Guests mention a welcome pack, which is a thoughtful touch, though it should be noted that such amenities may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Resting just a stone's throw away from the beach, in the seaside resort of Newquay, is this mid-terrace house, 99 Tower Road. Set over three floors and sleeping 12 guests, 99 Tower Road is a great spot, with sea views, for exploring this part of Cornwall. As you enter the property, to your right there is a welcoming sitting room with a large bay window and a stunning feature fireplace which makes for a homely place to enjoy some television as you wind down. Moving through the property there is a dining room with a large dining table built from basketball courts, which is super quirky, and a little bar in the corner with a drinks fridge. Flowing into the well-equipped kitchen which is certain to entice any budding chefs into cooking up a storm for the whole group to enjoy, and there is also a handy utility with laundry facilities and a large fridge/freezer. The ground-floor is complete with a lovely double bedroom which has it's own shower so guests can feel comfortable with ground-floor living and privacy. Moving upstairs, there is a stylish snug room which is a nice place to relax, and a stunning bathroom with a free-standing bath and a walk-in shower so guests can get ready in style. The first-floor also boasts three bedrooms; a king-size with a traditional dresser and a large bay window, a double with storage for guests to unpack, and a bunk room which is a sweet spot for kids. Heading to the second floor, there are two cheerful twin rooms, one of which has sea views, and these are complimented by a contemporary shower room. Outside there is off-road parking to the rear of the property, there is a courtyard with furniture so you can enjoy an evening under the stars, and to the rear there is an enclosed patio garden with furniture so you can take your dining al fresco. 99 Tower Road is just a stone's throw away from a selection of shops, pubs serving food, a beachfront golf course, and three fabulous sandy beaches which are popular for surfing. Whilst you're in Newquay, you can also discover the 14th century Huer's Hut, the Blue Reef Aquarium, the exciting boating lake, and Newquay Zoo which has some exotic animals. Newquay is a perfect base for discovering the beauty of the rest of Cornwall too, within driving distance you can explore the fishing village of Padstow with its thriving harbour, the city of Truro with its striking cathedral, or the popular Eden Project. For an unforgettable group trip to Newquay, choose 99 Tower Road as your base.
Newquay boasts a zoo, the sea life centre and a selection of restaurants and pubs, as well as three beaches, the National Surf Centre and an endless supply of rolling surf, making it a watersports paradise. For avid walkers, the South West Coast Path passes in both directions along a stunning coastline of high cliffs, hidden coves and more beaches. You can explore the whole of Cornwall within driving distance from Newquay.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Six bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x second-floor twin, 1 x bunk.
Bathroom with freestanding bath, handheld shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Second-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
First-floor snug
Central heating.
Range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
2 x TV's, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Luxury hotel quality bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking to the rear of the property.
Enclosed courtyard with furniture.
Enclosed garden with patio, furniture and shed.
Two well behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.5 miles.
Please note: Owner only accepts three nights minimum stays (for the months of May through to end of September inclusive)
Reviews (11)
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Mark
The house generally looks very tired, stained dirty carpets, little room in the kitchen, top floor bedroom and bunk beds bedroom. First floor door stuck shut due to ill fitted fittings. Paint peeling off the small first floor bedroom. Rubbish found in one of the top floor bedrooms under the bed. I can go on or share photos if required. Whilst we could have contacted someone to fix these, it would not be possible whilst we were there. Health and safety issues include, exposed wire in the small room. This was a main RCD fuse box with bare wires coming out. Light fitting in the first floor bathroom not suitable for a bathroom, (should be in a room where no water). Smoke alarm system faulty. We experienced 5 random smoke alarms in the house over the week for around 5 to 15 minutes before going off. On our last night the smoke alarm system went off at 4am and continued for one and a half hours. Everyone in the house were affected. We did call the 24/7 numbers one no answer, the other answered twice but was unable to help. We left two voicemails, but no response. Given the large amount it cost us for this house for the week, we would expect at least the basic things to be done, including those which are health and safety related. I believe Sykes cottages should validate accommodation it advertises not advertise blindly. Needless to say I will not be returning to this house or use Sykes cottages again in the future. Please can this complaint be taken seriously and action taken!
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Alex
house could do with some TLC, the carpets are quite grubby and there was paint peeling off the ceiling in the double bedroom. Bath rooms and kitchen etc were clean on arrival. Some of the utilities didnât work properly, only half the toaster worked, the washing machine broke down with our clothes in it (when I contacted for assistance with this the team responded very quickly) On arrival on the Friday the toilet in the main bathroom has a broken toilet seat and flush. This wasnât fixed till the Wednesday and no communication about it until I called regarding the washing machine. The dishwasher basket didnât fit properly either. No info was provided about when the bins were emptied, we noticed others putting theirs out so did the same. Potential to be a fab holiday let but it needs some updating.
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Emma
On arrival all clean and tidy (could do with refresh of paint on the woodwork and walls). Nice touch with a having a welcome tea/coffee/milk/biscuits. All in all had a great stay and would highly recommend.