Island View

A lovely holiday home with probably the best sea views we’ve had in any place we’ve stayed in the uk.

The upside down house has the perfect position in a complex of around 30 properties. Parking for one car is in a dedicated private park with your own numbered spot 100 metres from the property. The property had everything you needed, lots of seating, great outside space and outside seating to enjoy the view. The property was warm and cosy and all the fittings, utensils and furniture was high quality. The only recommendation to improve even further was that the windows desperately needed a clean (I did clean the downstairs windows) as the view is the highlight and you couldn’t see out. A great property that fully deserves 10/10 and that I would highly recommend. Thank you.

Very happy with the accommodation Home from home feeling Local amenities close to hand Second visit to this property

This property is excellent and a credit to the owner the accommodation is beautiful and the views are stunning I would definitely recommend this property and book it again We had bad weather whilst we were in Newquay but due to the high standard of our accommodation we still enjoyed our holiday very much Full marks all round

Second year here and we don’t normally return to the same place.

But this property is perfect in every way. Location near town but feels like in countryside. Fantastic sea views. Lots of facilities including groceries and eateries within easy walking distance. All facilities in property plus extra comforts which are thoughtful. Modern, clean and comfortable. And dog friendly. We love it here!

You stay here for the views, removed from most of the crowds and watching the sunsets (barring rain).

And even if you don't have a car (we didn't since we enjoy riding the bus), the walk into town or Porth Island is quite doable for even the creakiest of knees (albeit maybe slowly). But despite all the pluses, there are a few things to be aware of: 1) the instructions say to put your rubbish into plastic bags when leaving but no bags are provided, so remember to bring your own; 2) same with soap of any sort since only laundry soap is provided, and you don't want to be taking a shower with laundry soap because you forgot to pack a bar or two of soap; 3) things are different in the UK vs. the US so those "king" beds are NOT the king beds you'd find in the States (closer to smaller queen beds); and finally, if you're not used to the way doors lock (or open) in the UK, you need to know that you have to first LIFT the door handle up BEFORE you can insert the key to lock or unlock the door. All minor issues, and we might add that when you first arrive, tired and groggy if coming from the US, there is NO coffee or nibbles or anything so don't expect to wake up and have a bite or cup UNLESS you brought a few items in your bag. The closest grocery store and breakfast shop is a bit of a hike and will seem farther away when all you want is a cup of coffee (they use "pods" but there IS a French press), and dang, your wake-up shower will be with laundry detergent because you forgot those bars of soap. But forget all that, just step outside and watch the tides come and go, maybe even brave the steep steps carved into the sea wall that will give you access to the beach (careful, the wet steps may be slippery if the tide has just gone out). Even better, and only IF the tide is fully out, walk down to the beach at Lusty Glaze and walk into Newquay that way. Now THAT will wake you up, but in an extremely pleasant way!

Had a wonderful stay at Island View with the bonus of the beautiful weather.

Everything had been thought of which made our stay all the more comfortable. The decor is lovely and the views are amazing! Will definitely be booking again.

Beautiful home with everything you could need.

Fabulous views across the coast. We visited during Storm Darragh and it was brilliant to be inside safe and cosy whilst watching the waves crash against the rocks and sand. The views changed constantly. Comfy beds, lots of space for storage, washer/dryer (which was needed during the wet days) Highly recommended and we will be booking again for next year

when we arrived there was water pouring through the bathroom ceiling, it was pouring our of the recessed light socket.

there was so much water on the floor it was all in the one bedroom. I called the housekeeper straight away on the second attempt the call was answered. The housekeeper said she found water coming through the ceiling that morning and called a plumber. by the time the plumber arrived the water had stopped and they couldn't find where the water was coming from. So she said she would call the plumber again. The plumber arrived and located what he thought might be the problem. It was fixed, I called the house keeper again to say the plumber had arrived but there was so much water everywhere we needed more towels. The house keeper said we would find some extra towels in the store under the bed. I cannot believe that the housekeeper who knew there had been a problem that day and the water had been pouring from morning until 4.30pm when we entered the property did not even attend the property or call to make sure everything was ok. we were left to clean and sort it out ourselves. I have never known such poor after care. I have taken photos of where the water was pouring through the ceiling. Through a ceiling and through an electrical light switch. Terrible aftercare by the company.

We had very few complaints, just a couple of minor ones - the frying pan had lost most of its non-stick coating and had seen better days and all the knives were blunt, with no sharpener available.

Apart from that, Island View is a lovely comfortable cottage with amazing views and it was a delight to stay there.

Fantastic place we loved all of the house and the location We would like to rebook the same place for the same week next year , are you able to help with that Mike

This is the most amazing place we have ever stayed.

Cannot fault it! Facilities, owner, near to amenities but secluded, views, garden. Can walk to whatever you need. We will definitely return!

Really enjoyed our stay at Island View cottage, very comfortable and decor was really nice, facilities were fantastic, views were amazing and will definitely stay there again soon, thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful cottage, it was like home from home.

Josephina Garvey

Hi, we had a brilliant stay thanks!

We loved all of the upgrades. The only issues we had were with the decking. If you would like to ask me for more detail please just give me a ring. Many thanks, Graham Robinson.

A really lovely place, amazing views, close to really nice beaches and facilities and the property was really well presented and very comfortable.

It exceeded all expectations!

Wonderful place to stay if you’re looking for a lovely and relaxing place to stay.

Views are breathtaking and the sunsets are spectacular, we loved our stay so much that we are going to stay again later in the year. The interior was wonderful and just our taste. All in all we had a truly blessed time. Thank you Rachel for letting out your wonderful Holiday Home. Andrea and Nick

Lovely time spent walking the surrounding beaches.

The view from the apartment just amazing it has the feel good factor that makes you happy to be alive

What a lovely place to stay.

This upside down house is perfect for getting the best of the view. We loved our stay and will go back.

Great property in a convenient position to visit Newquay and with great views.

Lovely beaches of Porth and Lusty Glaze in short walking distance. House clean and comfortable and contained all we needed.