Guests say
Temple Cottage in Port Isaac is highly praised for its prime location, comfort, and cleanliness. Guests appreciate its proximity to the harbour, cafes, and restaurants. The cottage is described as cosy, well-equipped, and spotlessly clean, making for a relaxing stay. Although there is a mention of a lumpy bed and a desire for a bath handrail, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with guests eager to return.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviews consistently mention that the cottage is 'spotlessly clean' and 'very clean', indicating a high standard of cleanliness that guests appreciate.
The location is described as perfect, with the cottage being seconds away from the centre of Port Isaac and close to all local amenities, making it an ideal spot for guests.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the cottage cosy, contributing to a relaxing stay. However, one mention of a lumpy bed suggests a slight deduction in the comfort score.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with good working order and a high standard of fittings mentioned. However, a leaky iron and a desire for a bath handrail indicate room for improvement.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, so it is not possible to assess this category accurately.
About this property
Temple Cottage, in the quaint, Cornish, fishing village of Port Isaac, is a traditional stone cottage that exudes character and charm in its stone exterior and original features. Sleeping up to four guests, Temple Cottage is ideally suited for a small family or a couple seeking a romantic break one the beautiful Cornish coast. Step inside the cottage to discover a delightful living/dining room with an open fire, perfect for warming up in front of after a brisk day of walking along the coast, with a TV to entertain too. A good-sized and well-equipped kitchen has everything you could need to keep the family well fed, while back in the other room, a rustic, timber dining table and chairs, with bench seating on one side, rests there for all to gather around when dinner is served. Upstairs, there is a well-proportioned double bedroom, with plenty of storage space, a room with a single bed and additional pull-out hideaway bed, as well as a tastefully decorated family bathroom to freshen up in. From your base in the centre of Port Isaac you can walk around the harbour and watch the boasts come and go, wander the narrow streets and look at the old buildings, or enjoy wonderful local produce in the pubs and restaurants. Hit the beach at Port Isaac or venture further to Polzeath and try a range of watersports including kayaking, surfing, and bodyboarding. Further afield, the town of Newquay is known for its excellent surfing spots, as well as being home to attractions like Newquay Zoo and the Blue Reef Aquarium, sure to be family favourites. Discover the quaint town of Padstow, another lovely fishing port, where you can enjoy a Padstow Sea Safari and hopefully catch sight of some of the local wildlife. Bring your loved ones to this scenic spot on the Cornish coast for memorable adventures, returning each day to the lovely Temple Cottage.
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
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single with hideaway bed.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room.
Night storage heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Pets not allowed.
Sorry no smoking.Designated Parking space at the end of village.
Reviews (12)
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Rebecca
The cottage is really spacious and cosy and brilliantly located centrally in Port Issac. We were a family of four with 2 young kids and it was perfect for us and was immaculate too. It was so handy to have a garage and parking with the cottage too. We loved making new memories in Port Issac as a family.
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Linda
Great location and fantastic little village.
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Rachel
My only dislike was the bed was so lumpy and old, although it had a mattress cover. I think it needs to be replaced.