4 Elm Terrace

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

22 Customer Review(s)

“The cottage is in a brilliant location, just a short walk to the shops and restaurants.”

The decor is lovely and the upstairs is really light and airy. Great new kitchen and bathroom. Jo was quick to answer any questions. No oven dishes so bear in mind if planning to cook. It could probably be clearer that the terrace area is not private so there is nowhere secure to put the dog out but in the end this did not dampen our holiday - there is a dog friendly park just a couple of minutes away.

The decor is lovely and the upstairs is really light and airy. Great new kitchen and bathroom. Jo was quick to answer any questions. No oven dishes so bear in mind if planning to cook. It could probably be clearer that the terrace area is not private so there is nowhere secure to put the dog out but in the end this did not dampen our holiday - there is a dog friendly park just a couple of minutes away.

- Miss Pettit, August 2020

Many thanks for your feedback after your recent stay & so pleased to hear you had a good holiday. I will ask my housekeeper to check on the oven dishes, and re-plenish as required. Owner relations
“I booked this cottage for my brother and family and they really enjoyed there ...”

I booked this cottage for my brother and family and they really enjoyed there stay everything was expected of the property and in a real good location

- Mrs Nicklin, August 2020
“Never been with Sykes Cottages before.”

Booking was simple and due to the outbreak of Covid, advice from Sykes was clear and concise. The property at 4 elm terrace megavissey was magnificent. Spotless on arrival, the property was spacious and equipped with every you need for a comfortable stay. The owners were all so very courteous, milk and biscuits on arrival and checked in with us to see if everything was ok Overall probably one of the best holiday experience I've had in this country, coupled with great weather too. Hope to book again soon.

- Mr O'grady, July 2020
“We were initially worried about booking Elm Terrace because of the total lack of recent reviews but we needn't have been.”

The cottage is lovely and situated in a great location close to the town which has lots of lovely pubs and shops. The beds are very comfortable, there are lovely touches with the decor, and the WiFi is strong. The kitchen and the bathroom are both new and to a high standard. The carpark works really well and there are some great walks directly from the cottage. Jo the owner is absolutely lovely and very approachable with lots of recommendations and put our mind at ease given the current pandemic. There were just a few minor negatives for us - there isn't really a yard so our terrier had to pee outside the front door and regularly chased the neighbours cats and the chap directly opposite in the aptly named 'gig house' plays his music way too loud and needs to be approached about it given his proximity to others. Although this didn't detract from our holiday it did disturb us on a few occasions. A few things in the kitchen would have improved our stay - a roasting tin, a useful bread knife (there are some LOVELY bakeries), and some placemats. Lastly, the lock on the kitchen door won't open with the black set of keys and the iron might need checking as it wouldn't heat up. We had a lovely week and would absolutely recommend.

- Mrs Whitehouse, July 2020

Thank you for your feedback on your recent stay at Elm Terrace, and pleased to hear you liked our cottage & would recommend us. Apologies for the loud music from our neighbour, we will address this issue with him, and we hope it didn't cause you any sleepless nights. As you commented our kitchen was only fitted in January this year and I forgot to mention that our baking trays are in the draw under the oven, which looks like it is part of the cupboard plinth, so not easy to find. Our place mats are in the drawers on the dining table. I will ask my housekeeper to check the key set & iron & thank you for bringing this to my attention Owner relations
“We thoroughly enjoyed the cottage and would recommend this as a comfortable and enjoyable stay and we'd use it again.”

The owner was friendly and efficient. It's a beautiful cottage in a beautiful location. The only minor issue for us was the storage heaters, which weren't quite as warm as we would've liked later in the evening, but the cottage had sofa and bed blankets and we'd brought some of our own so not really a problem. Lovely and warm in the morning and very comfortable beds in quite a quiet location (winter- summer might be busier/noiser). I'd also suggest adding a bolt to the stable doors so they could be opened as one whole door in the winter - they'll be fantastic for letting in air/breeze in the summer. Great directions, easy to follow and easily found, parking was simple and the parking attendant easy to deal with (parking costs for one car is included in the price of the cottage). The cottage had everything we needed, including games and books to read. As with all cottages, anyone tall needed to be careful of some low ceilings, but we only had one bumped head amongst 5 very tall people. We'd come back to this cottage again, it felt like a home away from home. Lovely artwork on the walls too which added to the homely feel of a coastal cottage. We were able to drive one car up to the house to unload bags etc but it had to be returned to the car park (cottage is on a very narrow uphill lane - nowhere to turn around or park so drive in and reverse out.) I would say that in my opinion the cottage wouldn't really suit anyone with a mobility disability as the lane leading to the cottage was quite cobbled/loose stone driveway. The cottage was only a very short walk to a useful corner shop which sold most things you'd need and there were lovely places to eat and have a drink very close by. Fantastic place to say if visiting Eden Project. The flowers and biscuits left for us by the owner were a nice touch and very much appreciated.

- Mrs Dymock, February 2020
“Lovely cottage, perfect location and so cosy.”

It was perfect that it does not open straight out onto the road so you can get kids and pushchair sorted without worrying about cars. Would highly recommend.

- Miss Edgington, December 2019
“A beautiful cottage - well appointed for a family with two toddlers.”

Very close to local shops and the harbour.

- Mr Rogers, June 2019
“Lovely quaint good sized cottage in a great location (up a slight slope some of which is very cobbly) not easy to take car up to cottage as reversing back down is not easy!”

Best to leave car at the bottom and walk to cottage which is only two minutes away. Very comfortable beds, small but lovely bathroom. Everything is there for you in the kitchen, only slight negative is the fridge could be bigger maybe a larger one where the breakfast bar is (which is not needed as dining room next to kitchen. Appreciate it’s a holiday cottage and we can live without a bigger fridge! There was nowhere to recycle anything, had to put all the rubbish in normal bin! Would definitely recommend this cottage as a great base to explore Cornwall and off course Mevagissy is a really quaint fishing village with very friendly people.

- Mrs Fairey, May 2019
“Extremely well equipped and cosy house.”

Milk in the fridge and daffodils on the table were a lovely surprise.

- Mrs Newton, March 2019
“Can’t fault the cottage, close to where we parked, walking distance to shops ...”

Can’t fault the cottage, close to where we parked, walking distance to shops and pubs, steep slope both sides of cottage do wouldn’t recommend to wheelchair users, can be slippy underfoot at one side so caution needed, apart from that I couldn’t fault the cottage

- Mr Hopkins, March 2019
“I was extremely disappointed in Elm cottage.”

The cottage was cold. the day we arrived the bedrooms were freezing, when I called to ask how to put he heating on was told by the housekeeper it takes 24 hours to warm up, The beds felt damp. The bed linen was in a poor quality state and really needs renewing. There were chips out of a lot of the plates and bowls. It was not very clean at all with thick dust on the skirting boards.we found chewing gum behind the beds in the children’s room. There was a glass and jug by the bed. Which was covered in grime and lipstick marks. I wouldn’t choose to stay here again.

- Mrs Leadbetter-Caddoo, February 2019

Many thanks for your comments. We are disappointed to read your feedback after your recent stay at Elm Terrace. Once again please accept our sincere apologies that on this occasion our cottage did not meet your expectations. We pride ourselves on providing a comfortable relaxing holiday home, based in a traditional character cottage, and this is evidenced by our recent customer feedback & scores. We have taken on board your comments as these will help us to continually meet our high standards. Owner relations
“A very nice touch with mince pies and mulled wine for Christmas”

- Mr Butler, December 2018
“Lovely comfortable cottage close to Mevagissey centre Well equipped and dog friendly highly recommend”

- Mr Prowse, November 2018
“Fantastic cottage”

We first stayed at 4 Elm Terrace in August 2016 and loved it so much that we booked again to go this August. The cottage is quaint and bursting with character. It has plenty of space and books, jigsaws, dvds etc to borrow whilst staying there. The owners are friendly and helpful and any issues (a slight problem with the fridge door in our case) are dealt with promptly. Great care is taken to ensure guests comfort. We can't wait to visit again and would strongly recommend the cottage to others.

- Julie S, August 2017
“Excellent traditional cottage with designer touches in great location”

We spent two very happy weeks at 4 Elm Terrace this summer. It's a really lovely place to stay - roomy, comfortable, well done up and convenient. The cottage is actually two knocked together so it is very spacious - the pictures don't quite do it justice. The conversion was well done (we even met the builder who did it while staying there) and the owners have done a superb job on the interior design. I believe they do it professionally - it certainly looks it. The kitchen is a decent size and well equipped, the open plan living room / dining room is charming, spacious and filled with nice furniture. The sofas are a real step up from typical holiday lets - big, deep, comfy and capable of wooing the unwary into mid-afternoon snoozing. The TV is large and good quality and there is a decent little stereo too so it's comfortable place unwind after a hard day's holiday on the beach or the hill. The bedrooms are big and nicely done with good-sized beds and excellent mattresses. It's very nice place to be. The cottage's position in Mevagissey is what is really special. Elm Terrace is a pedestrianized cobbled lane just on the edge of the centre of the village. This is great because it's incredibly convenient - you are literally seconds away from the sweet shop, the vegetable shop and the spar, not to mention the many pubs and restaurants. Equally the elevated position means excellent views across Mevagissey's valley and (at a sharp angle!) out to the sea. Yet you're also apart from the flow of people heading in and out of town. It's quiet, and you can sit on the cobbled lane and look out over it all while enjoying a privileged privacy. The cottage has its own bench on the lane, so you can sit in the sunshine outside the cottage and watch the world go by, from early in the morning through to 3 or 4 PM. The rest of the lane is mostly locals and we got to know many of them in our stay - they're all lovely. The main car park is a couple of minutes walk away and it's easy to park there and take your luggage (or shopping) up to the cottage. And Matt, who runs the car park, will give you a wonderful welcome to Mevagissey and show you how to get to the cottage. Mevagissey itself is fab - a wonderful, real working fishing village with an endlessly fascinating active port. It's gorgeous, it feels like you're in a different country not just from England, but from the rest of Cornwall! The countryside around Mevagissey is exquisite and there is lots to do. It's a real foodie destination too - the restaurants are tremendous, with incredible local caught seafood and excellent local produce. Downsides? For a family staying for two weeks a washing machine would have been nice, although we got the hang of the laundrette fairly well. The shower was good once it was repaired (the owners were VERY responsive when we asked about it) and the bathroom is decent but not quite as nice as the rest of the cottage. The cottage is built right into the rock and there's a teeny bit of damp smell at times, and a few moths around the place after dark. But these are really very minor issues. Mevagissey is an extraordinarily nice Cornwall holiday destination, and Elm Terrace is a fantastic base from which to enjoy it. We thoroughly recommend it, and we'd love to stay there again.

- W1764FOpaulh, August 2015
“A wonderfully well equiped delightful cottage within easy reach of the pictureseque harbour”

The cottage is a delight. 3 well appointed bedrooms, large living/dining room with well equipped kitchen. Within easy walking distance of the harbour and the bars and restaurants along the harbour. The public car park, for which there is a permit, is a minutes walk away from the cottage.

- A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer, July 2013
“A wonderfully well equiped delightful cottage within easy reach”

The cottage is a delight. 3 well appointed bedrooms, large living/dining room with well equipped kitchen. Within easy walking distance of the harbour and the bars and restaurants along the harbour. The public car park, for which there is a permit, is a minutes walk away from the cottage.

- gill h, July 2013
“Home from home”

We chose this cottage as we needed to be in Mevagissey and it looked superb on the website. We were not disappointed. It is in a superb location and has a very homely feel due to its tasteful decoration. It is also very well equipped and clean. We were there as a family over three generations (and the family dog ...) and we all fell in love with it. I recommend this cottage highly

- 17Emma17, October 2012
“quietness”

lovely sceneries Quiet and resting place everything available next to our door one of my favorite place in England

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, June 2010
“Lovely relaxing harbour town”

The property is lovely and is situated in a really relaxing place. Its very quiet but is still a stonesthrow from Mevagisseys harbour and shops (amongst which you will find some really nice local crafts). We had some lovely meals out at the local restaurants and pubs and the fish and chips were amazing. I think the most challenging part of the holiday was getting the car back out of the VERY VERY!! tight lane leading up to the cottage. You are warned about this but I can't emphasise enough if you have a car bigger than a mini or KA I would advise you to not even go there because it really is tight. My car came back with the injuries to prove it. So just factor in £25 extra per week for the car park just down from the house. Whats great is you are on the coast path in minutes and you are really close to Heligan gardens which is great for a day out. The property does have storage heaters which I just couldn't get the hang of as they seemed to come on at odd hours in the middle of the night and then not in the day so if you are going in the winter be prepared with some jumpers. The property doesn't have a washing machine so again factor this in if you are going for more than a week. Overall I thought the stay was great and the comments above are just minor things so people can be prepared. I would definately go back and stay there as I loved the atmosphere of Mevagissey, the property is really well decorated with some lovely touches such as candles. It's very welcoming and peaceful and the owner is extremely helpful.

- Shell, December 2009
“Quaint nautical cosy cottage”

This cottage is decorated throughout in a nautical theme - very pleasing and some tasteful artefacts. Good location, only a few minutes from the main shopping area and the harbour. Throughly enjoyed our holiday here.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, December 2009
“BEST 2 WEEKS IN 2009”

GREAT SERVICE AND EASY TO USE ON INTERNET.HOME WAS FIRST CLASS AND SPACIOUS .WELL DECORATED. GREAT LOCATION VERY CLOSE TO ALL AMENITIES.VERY FRIENDLY RESIDENTS.BEST 2 WEEKS WEATHER WE HAD IN 2009

- MIKE, December 2009
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The property

This traditional, stone-built cottage sits in a picturesque, elevated location overlooking the Cornish fishing village of Mevagissey.

The property offers spacious accommodation, ideal for a fun-packed Cornish break with your family.

Be greeted into 4 Elm Terrace by its fabulous open-plan living area, a bright and fresh room with plenty of comfortable seating, making for a delightfully peaceful spot to curl up with your loved ones and watch a favourite film together.

To the other side of the room rests the kitchen and dining areas, well-equipped with plenty of charming seaside features to remind you of your wonderful coastal location.

A staircase lies centrally to the room, bringing you up to the first floor where you will find the three pleasant bedrooms.

Each are well-presented and the king-size room looks across to the stunning harbour at Mevagissey.

The interior is complete with a stunning family bathroom, where you can relax in a soothing bubble bath after a day of venturing along the Roseland Heritage Coast.

There is no shortage of things to do in Mevagissey as it provides a wealth of highly-regarded restaurants, bars and cafés, as well as a picturesque harbour that’s home to a museum and an aquarium.

Alternatively, the popular town of St Austell is just over five miles away, promising a lovely day out with its array of shops.

Make your family holiday one to remember with a stay at 4 Elm Terrace.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Modern, fitted kitchen
Spacious open plan sitting room with dining area and central staircase leading to first floor bedrooms.
Storage heaters in every room, electric fire in living room and heated towel rail in bathroom
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, washing machine, Wifi, TV/DVD/video player
All fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Loading/unloading outside cottage, parking permit provided for 1 car in public car park 100m from cottage
Small sitting out area with 2 garden chairs, bench and flower pots and tubs
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shops, pubs and restaurants 2 mins walk
Note: The walkway to the cottage is via a cobbled pathway, a ramp and 2 steps
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A car can be driven right to front door if required.

About the location

MEVAGISSEY

St. Austell 5.5 miles; Truro 16 miles.

The perfect Cornish fishing village, with winding cobbled streets and a picturesque harbour full of boats. Stunning walks lead along the coast in both directions, with sandy beaches, high cliffs and hidden coves to explore. The village has an excellent selection of pubs and restaurants, whilst just up the road are the Lost Gardens of Heligan. A ferry from Mevagissey to Fowey also runs daily between Easter and September. Spend some time at the Tall Ships harbour at Charlestown (7 miles) with its shipwreck museum, or among the tropical biomes of the world-famous Eden Project (11 miles). The stunning coastline, fabulous beaches and renowned gardens of the beautiful Roseland Peninsula are a short drive down the coast while Truro, with its shops, restaurants, theatre and cathedral can be reached by car in half an hour.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The cottage is in a brilliant location, just a short walk to the shops and restaurants.”

“I booked this cottage for my brother and family and they really enjoyed there ...”

“Never been with Sykes Cottages before.”

“We were initially worried about booking Elm Terrace because of the total lack of recent reviews but we needn't have been.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed the cottage and would recommend this as a comfortable and enjoyable stay and we'd use it again.”

“Lovely cottage, perfect location and so cosy.”

“A beautiful cottage - well appointed for a family with two toddlers.”

“Lovely quaint good sized cottage in a great location (up a slight slope some of which is very cobbly) not easy to take car up to cottage as reversing back down is not easy!”

“Extremely well equipped and cosy house.”

“Can’t fault the cottage, close to where we parked, walking distance to shops ...”

“I was extremely disappointed in Elm cottage.”

“A very nice touch with mince pies and mulled wine for Christmas”

“Lovely comfortable cottage close to Mevagissey centre Well equipped and dog friendly highly recommend”

“Fantastic cottage”

“Excellent traditional cottage with designer touches in great location”

“A wonderfully well equiped delightful cottage within easy reach of the pictureseque harbour”

“A wonderfully well equiped delightful cottage within easy reach”

“Home from home”

“quietness”

“Lovely relaxing harbour town”

“Quaint nautical cosy cottage”

“BEST 2 WEEKS IN 2009”

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MEVAGISSEY