Guests say
Guests consistently praise Mays Cottage for its charm, comfort, and beautiful garden. The property's location is ideal for exploring Cornwall's beaches and attractions. The owner's attentiveness and thoughtful welcome packages add to the positive experience, although some guests mention minor issues with parking and the driveway.
The majority of reviews highlight the cottage as 'spotlessly clean'. However, a few guests noted areas that could benefit from deeper cleaning, suggesting a slight deduction from a perfect score.
The cottage is commended for its excellent location, close to Padstow, beaches, and attractions. The convenience for exploring Cornwall is frequently mentioned, indicating a high level of satisfaction.
Comfort is frequently praised, with mentions of a 'homely feel', 'comfortable beds', and a 'cosy lounge'. A few comments about an uncomfortable mattress suggest a small reduction from an otherwise high score.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, especially the well-equipped kitchen and utility room. Some guests noted issues with parking for larger vehicles and the need for maintenance in shower areas, which affects the score slightly.
Guests frequently mention and appreciate the welcome packages, which include treats for both humans and dogs. While these gestures are highly valued, it is noted that such gifts are subject to the owner's discretion and may not be guaranteed.
About this property
This superb, semi-detached cottage sits on the edge of St Issey, a lovely village handy for the nearby Camel Trail and 3 miles from the attractive harbour town of Padstow. Attention to detail and flair, coupled with oak beams and thick, knobbly walls, has given this delightful property a rustic French feel but with every modern comfort for putting families at their ease. On the ground floor a sitting room with cosy wood burning stove and those characterful beams and uneven walls where all the family can relax and plan the day’s activities. The smart, well-equipped kitchen leads to the lovely big, light and bright conservatory cum dining area, perfect for relaxed gatherings over a tasty supper.
There’s the added bonus of a very smart ground floor bathroom. Up on the first floor are three smart bedrooms, a king size double with en suite shower room, a twin with a walk-in wardrobe and en suite shower room, and a room with two sets of bunk beds. The pretty, large enclosed sunny garden boasts two patio areas with garden furniture for enjoying the sunshine and a large lawned area. There’s a handy warm, outdoor shower, perfect for washing down sandy children and dogs, and drying facilities for wetsuits in the garage. Head for a soothing pint in the local village pub or venture further afield to the Camel Trail (great for walkers, cyclists and riders alike), or the bustling shops, cafes, bars and restaurants in Padstow.
If you're feeling more adventurous, it’s a short drive to the great sand and surf beaches around Trevose Head and fabulous cliff walks at Bedruthan Steps. A gem of a cottage in a stunning area.
St Issey is a small rural hamlet with a church, pub and village shop, just 3 miles from the beautiful fishing village of Padstow. There are several top quality bathing and surfing beaches within 5 miles and the coastal path wends its way over the cliff tops and down among the rocky coves through some of Cornwall's best coastal scenery
Accommodation
Note: This property is best suited to a maximum of 6 adults or 4 adults and 4 children.
Three bedrooms: a king size double with en suite shower, basin and WC, a twin with ensuite shower, basin and WC and a room two sets of adult bunks.
A family bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC on the ground floor.
Open plan kitchen with conservatory cum dining area.
Sitting room with wood burning stove.
Central heating with underfloor heating and a woodburner Smart kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, fridge-freezer and electric cooker.
wifi.
VDU/DVD Big conservatory with TV.
4 steps up from Parking area to entrance.
Large enclosed and sunny garden with lawn.
Two patios with table and chairs and barbecue.
Ground floor bathroom.
Footpath or cycle to Padstow (3 miles) Outside warm shower for sandy children and dogs.
Washing machine and tumble drier and wet suit drying area in garage.
Cot and high chair available.
2 well behaved dogs welcome (no bigger than a labrador please) Sorry, no cats and no smoking.
Pub in the village of St Issey.
Sand and surf beaches 5 miles away at Trevose Head.
Excellent sailing at Rock and Golf 10 miles away at St Enodoc 2.5 miles to the Camel Trail to Padstow.
Please note: This property is best suited to a maximum of 6 adults or 4 adults and 4 children
Reviews (41)
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Kristine
It is the first time we have been away for Christmas and it didnât disappoint. The cottage was nicely decorated for Christmas and very well equipped with everything we could need. It was very cosy, the beds were comfortable and we loved the conservatory area. Both the cottage and the garden are dog friendly, our 4 legged friends were very happy by the log fire, highly recommended.
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Jennie
Itâs our third time here and already booked our fourth. Incredibly clean and well equipped, and has everything you could need. Amazing location and just overall amazing cottage. Perfect cottage in perfect location.
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Katie
We like to drive out to other areas and the cottage was in a great place to be able to do this. We managed to park three cars on the driveway. Shower pressure was good. Whilst we appreciate the cottage is 300 years old, unfortunately even with leaving the windows open all day and night, the slight smell damp and must was not pleasant. Everything felt slightly damp, for example the sofas and the bed sheets/pillows etc. the cottage was only âsurfacedâ cleaned and would really benefit from a deep clean. The fridge had an unpleasant smell and could do with a good clean. There was mildew build up around the bath taps in the downstairs bathroom and cobwebs and dust everywhere - around the window and the skirting boards etc. just felt a little grimy. Overall there were lots of positives, but sadly some negatives too.