Guests say
Albany Cottage in Port Isaac is praised for its beautiful decor, comfortable furnishings, and ideal location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and the property's cleanliness. Some minor maintenance issues and the lack of certain amenities were noted, but the responsive property management and the cottage's charm seem to provide a delightful stay overall.
The property is generally described as clean and tidy, with comfortable beds and good condition. However, some guests mentioned areas that were dusty and floors that could be cleaner, suggesting room for improvement.
The cottage's location is highly praised for being convenient and ideal, with easy access to the village and harbour. The proximity to a car park and the views are appreciated, although parking challenges are noted.
Guests find the cottage warm, comfortable, and homely, with very comfortable beds and a tranquil atmosphere. Some guests suggested improvements for hotter weather, such as lighter duvets and fans.
The property is well-furnished with a modern kitchen, but there were several reports of maintenance issues such as plumbing problems, a broken freezer, and a leak. Quick responses to some issues were noted.
While guests did not specifically mention gifts, there were comments on the lack of amenities such as dish cloths and toilet paper. As gifts are not referenced, a score cannot be provided, but the feedback suggests that small additions could enhance the sense of thoughtfulness.
About this property
Exuding elegance and style, Albany is a stunning, luxurious holiday home which has been renovated to an exceptional standard to provide stylish accommodation for six people in Cornwall, set over three floors. Situated within a short walk of Port Isaac’s amenities, this impressive holiday home successfully combines contemporary furnishings with traditional features, and is not only dog-friendly, but also boasts sea views, and has a wonderful garden!
On the ground floor is a modern kitchen featuring stylish lighting. The décor is eclectic, mixing Scandinavian minimalism with an underlying coastal theme, to create a unique setting for your holiday. The living room is welcoming, with a woodburning stove and a magnificent exposed stone wall, whilst the dining room - with its reclaimed wooden table and chairs adorned with sheep skins - makes for the perfect place to enjoy a family meal!
On the first floor is the master bedroom with a balcony and sea views, plus a feature hanging chair! Also on this floor is a family bathroom with a wonderful free-standing bath.
Finally, on the third floor are two further beautifully appointed bedrooms - 1 twin and 1 double - and a family shower room.
Outside you will find a delightful garden, featuring a lawn and raised dining area with patio furniture well positioned to admire the views out to sea.
There are many restaurants and cafés just a short walk away in the hub of Port Isaac village - follow dinner with a drink on the historic ‘Platt’, where you can sometimes listen to shanty singers ‘Fisherman’s Friends’ perform. Other top places to visit include Rock and Wadebridge, just 8.5 miles away by car.
For a truly special break beside the sea, Albany is a sensational holiday home where you are sure to make everlasting memories of Port Isaac.
Port Isaac; one of the true Cornish treasures. A beautiful fishing village nestling in a steep sided valley, the old village in the valley remains unchanged from its days of fishing, slate export and smuggling in the previous century. An abundance of small character properties complemented by larger cliff-top retreats, can be found with easy access to the numerous restaurants and shops of the village. The sandy harbour provides an abundance of rock pools as the tide retreats. Only ten minutes drive from the beaches of Polzeath, Daymer and Rock, it is perfect for romantic and family holidays alike. There is ample parking at the top of the village.
Accommodation
Over three floors: 1 x first floor king-size double with balcony and sea views.
1 x second floor double bedroom and 1 x twin.
First floor bathroom with free-standing bath, shower, two basins and WC.
Second floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with wood burning stove.
Underfloor heating and woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
4 x Smart TVs, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking.
1 pet by arrangement.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop, pub and harbour <1 mile.
Please note: No parking at the property but there is some approximately 2 minutes walk away in a secure garage.
Note: One well behaved pet is allowed with prior arrangement with the owners - contact the office to enquire
Reviews (12)
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Joyce
Fully equipped kitchen. Lovely place with all the amenities, but for older people getting up the stairs, with luggage, is a challenge and the approach to the patio difficult. As lovely as the town is, the steep streets and lack of cell service for taxis made it most difficult to get around. We were disappointed at lack of response to a key problem we had reported.
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Georgina
Couldnât have had a better week with family. Sun shone too! The only small thing was the BBQs werenât cleaned out from previous guests and the garden furniture was rotten so hardly used. The property management acted extremely quickly to a dodgy tap in the master bathroom so we were chuffed with that. Thank you!
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Kevin
However; Freezer broken and fridge door loose. Cold tap in main bathroom broken No information left in house so we had to work everything out from scratch However some of the details where great: Like logs for fire, soap by all the sinks.