Guests say
Lamorna in Port Isaac is a well-located cottage appreciated for its layout and sociable living spaces. Guests have enjoyed the property's comfort and the helpfulness of the owners. While the location is ideal, with proximity to the harbour and local amenities, parking can be challenging. The property's cleanliness and maintenance have received mixed feedback, with some guests reporting issues that detract from the overall experience.
Cleanliness has been a significant concern for several guests, with reports of dust, cobwebs, mould, and unclean kitchen appliances. Some guests found the property to be clean, but the recurring theme of cleanliness issues suggests room for improvement.
The cottage's location is frequently praised for its proximity to the harbour, restaurants, and shops. Despite some difficulties with parking, the location is generally considered ideal for exploring Port Isaac.
Guests have found the beds comfortable and the property spacious. However, there have been comments about hard pillows and insufficient heating upon arrival, which affected the initial comfort level.
The facilities have been described as well-equipped, but several reviews mention maintenance issues such as broken door handles, slippery decking, and a lack of seating for the number of guests the property can accommodate.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owners towards the guests. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Lamorna is a bright and airy holiday home located in the fishing village of Port Isaac in Cornwall. Just paces away from a beach, this pet-friendly home is an ideal base for a family and their furry friend with a games room and an enclosed garden with a sea-view. On arrival, be greeted by a driveway to park up and step inside, where to your right you will find the games room with a pool table and a Smart TV to keep the young ones entertained. To the left, there is an open-plan living space with a seaside theme, melt into the sofa with a cup of tea as the woodburning stove crackles before you. Step over to the shaker-style kitchen, housing everything you need with a rangemaster cooker, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and an all-important dishwasher. Settle down at the dining table with seating for the whole family and chatter about the adventures of the day or make dinner an alfresco affair in the rear garden. There is a spacious conservatory for when you fancy a quiet read, as well as a washing machine and tumble dryer to keep your clothes fresh. For those with limited mobility, there is a ground-floor double bedroom with an en-suite and a further four bedrooms on the first floor. Each bedroom offers an en-suite so you can get ready in private and choose between a super-king-size, which is zip/link, a king-size, a double with a TV and a twin bedroom, also with a TV. Begin your day with a home-cooked breakfast and cup of tea before heading out on foot to explore your surroundings. Just a short stroll away is Outlaw's New Road to sample seafood delicacies and Port Gaverne Beach to discover rock pools. Port Isaac is a charming fishing village in Cornwall that offers plenty of attractions and activities for visitors. The village is known for its picturesque harbour and the many artists and craftspeople who have made their home here. There are also several geological features in the area, including the impressive Doyden Castle and Lundy Bay. Jump in the car to visit the seaside town of Polzeath, a popular destination for surfers, and home to some of the best beaches in the area. Visitors can enjoy hiking and exploring the area's many attractions, including Pentire Point, National Trust - Pentire, and Stepper Point. Be sure to venture to Padstow, the St Enodoc Church is a beautiful place of worship, and Stepper Point is a great spot for a walk or picnic. Little Petherick Creek Bridge is a pretty bridge over a creek, and the Camel Trail is a great way to explore the area on foot or by bike. For an idyllic holiday home near the sea, choose Lamorna.
Port Isaac is one of Cornwall's true gems. A lovely fishing community lying in a steep sided valley, the old village in the valley remains intact from its days of fishing, slate export and smuggling in the previous century. There are many small character properties, as well as larger cliff-top retreats, with easy access to the village's numerous restaurants and shops. As the tide recedes, the sandy harbour provides an abundance of rock pools. It's only ten minutes from the beaches of Polzeath, Daymer, and Rock, making it ideal for both romantic and family vacations. At the top of the village, there is plenty of parking.
Accommodation
Five 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 king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x double with TV, en-suite bath, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with TV, en-suite bath, basin and WC.
Please note: the bed configuration will be made up as per the description; if you require the bed(s) to be configured differently, please inform us at least 7 days prior to your arrival date.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with wood burning stove.
Conservatory/utility.
Games room.
Two pets welcome
Central heating with woodburning stove.
Rangemaster oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.
4 x TV, WiFi, pool table.
Fuel, power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road, private parking for 1 car or 2 small cars.
Enclosed rear garden with tiers and decking with furniture.
One well-behaved dog is welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.4 miles
Reviews (11)
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Joy
Deceptively spacious and good location. Unfortunately we had to clean the kitchen before use and there were lots of mouse droppings in the cupboard under the sink. This put us off using the floor cupboards. The fridge needed cleaning and there was food left in the freezer. We had to call out maintenance for the tumble dryer, which was very prompt, but unfortunately had to wait for a new part. Washing facilities were really important to us as we had 4 very little children, including a 6 week old baby. Two of the smoke alarms were beeping when we arrived and needed new batteries. These should be checked before guests arrive, but maintenance replaced them, when they came to repair the tumble dryer. Having said all that, we would definitely stay there again. We have stayed in numerous North Cornish properties, visiting family and Lamorna was perfect for large family groups. Thank you.
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Sandra
Location is perfect with just a short walk down the hill to the harbour. Restaurants and lovely shops all in walking distance. Our only concern is the parking situation which seems to be a problem for all of Port Isaac. We went as a family of seven with two cars and parking was a struggle at times.
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Jennifer
There is lots of snagging and unsightly things - horrendous mould problem, damp walls, broken door handles, decking to the main door is slippery. The main feedback Iâd give the owner is - if youâre paying a cleaner/care taker, they are not doing what youâre paying for. The house was not clean/dusted. The floors dont seem to get mopped, our infant walked around for a matter of minutes on arrival and his hands and feet were black! There is thick dust everywhere, huge dusty cobwebs (been there some time!), mould - worst in the top right front bedroom. I have taken lots of photos for the owner. The inside of the oven and microwave were revolting - we couldnât use them it was disgusting. Even the cushions on the dining chairs were unclean. The house was so dusty it had 2 hayfever sufferers sneezing constantly - only in the house though, We found the fireplace surround and the fact the doors to the conservatory dont lock a hazard for our infant. Only sofa seats for 5 or 6 max when property sleeps up to 10. Meant 2 of us were on hard dining chairs every night. The beds were super comfy and decent bedding & towels provided. You could get passed the snagging but Cleanliness really lets this property down.