Guests say
Guests are enamoured with the stunning views and great location of Zapadiah cottage in Polzeath, Cornwall. The property is praised for its well-equipped kitchen and comfortable beds, though some furnishings are noted as tired. The lack of garden furniture and the steep driveway are mentioned, but the overall experience is positive, with many guests recommending the property and expressing a desire to return.
The property was described as clean and tidy on arrival, with no negative comments on cleanliness, suggesting a high standard. However, the mention of dirty windows suggests room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its convenience and amazing views of the beach, indicating an exceptional rating.
While the beds are described as comfortable and the kitchen well-equipped, complaints about creaky beds and dated furnishings suggest that comfort could be enhanced.
The property offers a well-equipped kitchen and lounge furniture, but the lack of garden furniture, a non-lockable back door, and steep driveway access are noted as areas needing attention.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate the level of thoughtfulness, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
A smart, detached bungalow positioned in the village of Polzeath, North Cornwall.
This well-presented property provides excellent accommodation for families of keen surfers.
The fresh, light kitchen provides the ideal space for creating family meals with views looking out across the coast. An inviting spacious sitting room with a comfortable dining area, superb sea views offering a welcoming place to sit and relax after a day on the water.
Three great ground floor bedrooms, a double, twin and bunk bedroom sharing a practical family bathroom with a separate WC.
A drying room is ideal for drying out your wetsuits ready to hit the surf again and again, with the added space of the garage perfect for you to store surfboards and beach necessities.
Outside there is a well-kept lawn area a wonderful spot to enjoy a drink while watching the ever-rolling Atlantic sea.
Polzeath is a popular seaside resort for surfers, beach lovers and walkers. With an abundance of cafes, restaurants and shops.
Known for its calm clear waters is Daymer Bay a mile away, perfect for building sandcastles, a spot of swimming or exploring the rock pools.
For an exhilarating day on the water a 2.5 mile drive to the hub of watersports is Rock with Camel Ski School and Rock Sailing club offering a variety of water based activities.
Whether you are after a fast-paced watersports break or a tranquil retreat exploring the coastal paths, Zapadiah is ideal for family and friends.
The seaside village of Polzeath boasts a sandy beach, which is bordered by rock pools and is acclaimed to be one of the best surfing beaches in the country. Polzeath itself has a number of small shops, cafes and restaurants, and the South West Coast Path, a 630-mile route, runs through the village. Just over seven miles away is the popular market town of Wadebridge, which is set alongside the River Camel and offers an array of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as North Cornwall's only family-owned cinema. There’s wonderful countryside in the area, with the renowned Camel Trail passing through the town, and the nearby town of Padstow, with its harbour, pastel-washed medieval houses and celebrated restaurants is well worth exploring. Within driving distance is the UK surfing capital of Newquay, with over 11 miles of golden sandy beaches. Polzeath is an excellent base for exploring this part of Cornwall.
Accommodation
All Ground floor.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x bunk beds, bathroom with bath, shower over and basin separate WC, Kitchen, Drying room, Sitting room with dining area.
Oil central heating and electric fire.
Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, DVD player.
Fuel and power includedin rent.
Bed linen and towels not included in rent (you can hire these from either Atlantic Laundry or Kalu Linen).
Private parking.
Lawned garden.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Fuel station 2 miles.
Bakery 0.1 mile.
Shop 0.2 mile.
Restaurant 0.2 mile.
Beach 500 Yards.
Golf Course 2 mile.
Reviews (7)
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Esther
We loved this cottage!
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Phil
Everything you need for a great stay. Only suggestion would be make the patio accessible so you can sit out in the evening enjoying the view and sun. Also make step down the very steep driveway. Inaccessible to those who may struggle to walk etc. older generation.
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Grant
No garden furniture whatsoever, meant we couldnât use the garden like weâd want to for sitting out to dinner etc Only one set of front door keys, 2 sets would make life easier when the group splits up Back door canât be locked from the inside Windows could be cleaned on the outside on changeover day so the spectacular view can be fully appreciated on arrival - they were really dirty and so my husband went round and cleaned them Beds are so creaky itâs impossible to turn over without waking yourself and others up in the room The view is second to none on this property and I donât think youâll find better at this price anywhere in Polzeath. It is basic but it does have all you need - well equipped kitchen and lounge furniture is comfier than it looks in the photos! Clean and tidy on arrival. There is a sign on the garden wall about parking fines for non residents - John Bray werenât particularly helpful in knowing if a holiday tenant counts as a resident. We parked on the road and put a piece of paper in our cars explaining who we were. We didnât get a fine (luck?) but it would be useful for John Bray to do some homework on this and include it in the listing for future guests especially as itâs advertised as having âampleâ parking. The garage can be used if you have a small car, the driveway can be used for anything smaller than an xc60 (Volvo) but is on a very steep incline which is why we chose to park on the road. Overall we would stay at this property again (4 adults & 2 kids)