Above Towan at 8 Quay Court is a spacious, well-equipped cottage in Newquay, praised for its stunning sea views and excellent location close to town and beaches. Guests consistently highlight the comfort, ample parking, and thoughtful touches for families and groups. While a few minor maintenance and cleaning issues were noted, the property is generally clean and homely, with responsive hosts ensuring a pleasant stay. The property is ideal for large groups and families seeking a memorable coastal holiday.
Most guests found the property clean and well-presented, though a few mentioned areas needing extra attention, such as sofa cushions, balcony glass, and outdoor spaces. Overall, cleanliness is good with only minor lapses.
The location is highly praised, with guests loving the proximity to town, beaches, and the exceptional sea views. The uphill walk back is noted but not seen as a major drawback.
Guests describe the house as comfortable, spacious, and homely, with super comfy beds. Some minor issues, such as a humming boiler and a draughty patio door, were mentioned but did not detract significantly from overall comfort.
The property is well-equipped, with ample parking, a well-stocked kitchen, games, books, and beach gear. A few maintenance issues (TVs, loose fittings) were noted but were generally addressed or did not impact the stay significantly.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as beach equipment, games, and books. Please note that these items are not guaranteed for every stay.
A contemporary town house with views over Newquay and out to sea..
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV, French Doors Leading To Terrace
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 4: 2 x Zip and Link Single Beds (Super Kingsize On Request), Freeview TV
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Second Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Patio Doors Leading To Balcony
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher.
Heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Underground utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Terrace with garden furniture. Roof terrace with garden furniture. Balcony. Electric car charging point. Allocated parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Escape to Newquay in style with some time out at Above Towan @ 8 Quay Court. With beautiful views out to sea and a chic design, this four-bedroom house makes a perfect coastal retreat for a break with the whole family, four couples or two families.
The open-plan living, kitchen and dining space makes a relaxing space to unwind together after a busy day on the nearby beaches with stunning views of Newquay Harbour. The kitchen is well equipped for keen cooks but there are many take-away options available. Whether you play games, enjoy relaxing time together or simply watch TV in the living area, you can step straight outside onto the balcony when you feel like a breath of fresh air. A stylish setting for some after-dinner drinks while the sun sets in the distance, the private roof terrace means you can make the most of the sunny Newquay climate.
The shower room on the ground floor means you can wash off sandy feet when you return from a shore-side adventure, and as the master bedroom has its own en-suite there’ll be no queuing for the family bathroom before you set off for the beach.
Speaking of beaches, Above Towan @ 8 Quay Court sits within easy reach of the legendary Fistral Beach and Towan Beach, and surfers are welcome to wash and store their wetsuits and boards on the lower storage level. There are bodyboards and beach toys available to use. Close to the local shops and eateries, 8 Quay Court is perched high above the hustle and bustle of the town, so you can enjoy the best of both worlds.
Please be respectful of the neighbours need for sleep when you are relaxing outside especially in the evening.
Free WiFi
There is an evening curfew for noise at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Sara
Excellent, everything you need is in the house and more. Very clean on arrival and beds are super comfy. Views from the property were fantastic.Location is great a quick walk to town and the beaches. Uphill coming back but we soon got used to it.We had the added bonus of fab weather. We will be back ...
Adam Whiteley
Fantastic place to stay. Would 100% recommend. Very clean and well presented. Great views of Newquay.
Kelly Bennett
We had a fabulous stay. Comfy, homely and literally everything you could need! Host was quick to reply to any query messages.
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