Cannon’s Folly

Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

16 Customer Review(s)

“Cannon’s Folly was a lovely property.”

Set in an old fort, the apartment is in an old cannon emplacement. The property feels cosy and is well appointed. We were able to sit out on the balcony and watch the boats/ships come up the Sound. There is access to The Coastal Path and lovely walks over the Kingsand, Cawsand and Mount Edgcumbe Estate - it is steep in places but worth the effort. We made great use of the Ferry at Mount Edgcumbe over to the Barbican, the crew were so friendly. Paul contacted us to let us know that the property ...

Set in an old fort, the apartment is in an old cannon emplacement. The property feels cosy and is well appointed. We were able to sit out on the balcony and watch the boats/ships come up the Sound. There is access to The Coastal Path and lovely walks over the Kingsand, Cawsand and Mount Edgcumbe Estate - it is steep in places but worth the effort. We made great use of the Ferry at Mount Edgcumbe over to the Barbican, the crew were so friendly. Paul contacted us to let us know that the property was ready for us in advance 4pm so that we could get in early. We would highly recommend this property. Thanks Paul, we really enjoyed our stay.

- Mrs Goode, October 2021
Mr George September 2021

“The views from the apartment across Plymouth Sound were great and it was a treat just to sit on the balcony and watch all the activity.”

- Mr George, September 2021
Mrs Piper September 2021

“Loved staying in this unusual apartment.”

Very peaceful and relaxing. Clean and well equipped. The access was down a single track lane which was slightly off putting but worth it for the fabulous views over Plymouth sound.

- Mrs Piper, September 2021
Mrs Wright August 2021

“The view was amazing and we had a great time at Cannons Folly.”

- Mrs Wright, August 2021
Mrs Presley July 2021

“We had a lovely week holiday at Cannon's Folly - Fort Picklecombe, accommodation was superb and the decoration was very sympathetic to the age of the property.”

Above was noted by Cathy and John Presley on week of stay from 17th - 24th July 2021.

- Mrs Presley, July 2021
Mr Rees May 2021

“It was such a fabulous holiday made even better with the accommodation being excellent and the beautiful weather!”

The apartment was so well equipped it had everything we needed.

- Mr Rees, May 2021
Mr Harvey May 2021

“It is a wonderful holiday let.”

Very relaxing space, has amazing views, The balcony is a great asset. Caretaker for this property was very helpful. Will definitely return.

- Mr Harvey, May 2021
Mr Wilson October 2020

“We've just returned from our second visit to Cannons Folly and it was just as breathtakingly beautiful as the first time.”

10 minutes away from the bustle of Plymouth yet peaceful and tranquil in its own grounds if you want quiet. Can't recommend highly enough.

- Mr Wilson, October 2020
Mrs Chew October 2020

“Very comfortable apartment, well equipped & ideal for two active people.”

The drive down to the fort is not for the faint hearted! Don’t arrive in the dark! Underground parking place is a long walk & internal steps make it unsuitable for anyone with mobility issues. However, fantastic sea views, always something to see with Navy vessels in & out. Great area for walks right from the door. Description omits microwave, small freezer & DVD player with good selection of films to watch. Comfortable bed, lots of bedding & towels, quality kitchen equipment. Would recommend highly.

- Mrs Chew, October 2020
Mrs Hannigan October 2020

“We loved every minute of the holiday.”

The view from the apartment was incredible and mesmerising and the walks around the area so beautiful. Would not be an appropriate accommodation for anyone with mobility issues as car park some distance from the flat. You can park the car near the entrance and there is a lift but was still quite a physical achievement to load and unload the car.

- Mrs Hannigan, October 2020
Mrs Ferris September 2020

“Great unique apartment with wonderful views”

- Mrs Ferris, September 2020
Mr Redfern September 2020

“Was a little off put by the fact the only lift to the flat was not working we managed the stairs but could imagine people with mobility issues would have and could struggle with the stairs.”

is a wonderful place very quiet and peaceful, well fitted out just what you need to unwind and relax great place to spend our 10th wedding anniversary.

- Mr Redfern, September 2020
Mr Civil August 2020

“Had trouble accessing apartment.”

Finally someone had to come from Plymouth with a key. Also the lift was out of order and we had to carry all our stuff up 3 flights of stairs. We are in our 70's and this was a serious problem. In the end we left on the Thursday due to this problem. The apartment itself was fine , but the problems outweighed the benefits and spoiled our holiday. Very disappointing.

- Mr Civil, August 2020

Thank you for taking the time to complete your feedback following your recent stay at Cannon's Folly. We are sorry to hear you had trouble accessing the property, having spoken with the owner she has confirmed that there was not an issue with the key safe or a missing key and once she had arranged for her maintenance man to visit he was able to show you how the key safe worked and there was no further problem. Unfortunatley the lift was out of order for your visit, the owner was not aware of this and had she been notified at the time she would have been able to have this looked at, it has now been confirmed that the lift has since been fixed. Despite the points raised we are pleased to hear you enjoyed the apartment. Property Owner
Miss Tayyeb July 2020

“It was amazing.”

Had no problems or complaints. Beautiful views and everyone around were really welcoming and nice.

- Miss Tayyeb, July 2020
Mrs Lynch October 2019

“We had an amazing break in a wonderful, unusual place.”

The apartment was exactly as described, so we were not disappointed. Whilst we were there (and just before we left) we had a couple of weather warnings for strong winds and rain, Sykes kept us informed at all times. They were easy to contact and always available and answered all our questions very quickly. I would recommend without hesitation

- Mrs Lynch, October 2019
Mr Fay July 2019

“When we arrived we could not gain access to the property because there was a fault with the front door.”

We telephoned your office and spoke to two people who sounded uninterested and the second one was rather sarcastic. He or she did act on the problem and a locksmith was sent out, but we expected a much better and more empathetic response to what was a stressful situation. It was difficult to get through to speak to a person as well - on all the occasions we rang. We were offered no apology at any stage and felt we were being inconvenient. In fact we sorted the problem out ourselves, as a resident was able to access the caretaker's cupboard of spare keys and let us in (prior to the locksmith being called). After we had gained access, we did try to get through to inform you, but we had hold for a long time and gave up. The locksmith's solution was a stop gap, but held for the week. On another occasion, before we arrived at the property, we rung the office to request a late check out on our final day. A message was left on my phone and, again, the tone of the person who left the message sounded sarcastic. I ignored this at the time, but when it happened again later I remembered it, so I am mentioning it now. I'm not sure 'Helpful' Holidays really lived up to its name this time.

- Mr Fay, July 2019

Thank you for taking the time to fill in our feedback request. We are so sorry to hear of the trouble that you had getting access into the property. We understand your distress and can only apologise for any inconvenience that may have been caused. We are happy that the problem was solved very quickly and the rest of your holiday was not ruined. Property Owner
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The property

In Fort Picklecombe, you will find a stylish studio apartment with stunning panoramic sea views from Plymouth Sound to the east, Cornwall's coast to the west and Eddystone Lighthouse on a clear day.

This apartment offers immaculate accommodation for couples looking for a countryside retreat.

Offering a stunning open-plan interior with two cosy sofas facing the large flatscreen Smart TV.

With floor to ceilings windows and patio doors giving some of the most magnificent views across the sea.

The sliding doors open to a lovely balcony area with seating provided, and makes for a fantastic space to relax and unwind of an evening, enjoying the sunset and coastal breeze.

Located to the side of the kitchen is a double bedroom, which looks over the living area with sofa bed so you can wake up to that fabulous view!

There is a lovely modern bathroom, with a P shaped bath and attractive multi-coloured tiling, giving the property a wealth of character.

This apartment is a great place to relax and watch the world go by, whatever the weather.

The nearby area of Cornwall offers lots of shipping activity and the changing weather makes this a fascinating location.

Binoculars are provided and walking boots are recommended to enjoy the lovely coastal walk to Cawsand and Kingsand or to explore the beautiful house and grounds of Mount Edgcumbe.

A wonderful base for exploring the Cornish countryside.

Summary

All on one level
One bedroom: 1 x double bedroom
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open-plan living room with a kitchen, dining area and seating area with a sofa bed
Best for 2 adults and 2 children or maximum 3 adults.
Electric heating
Washing machine, fridge, electric oven and induction hob, Slow cooker, Telescope, Smart TV, Wifi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for one car in a reserved parking space
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 2.5 miles and pub 2.6 miles.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

About the location

KINGSAND

Plymouth 24 miles.

The twin villages of Kingsand and Cawsand, with narrow streets winding between pastel-coloured cottages, lie on the Rame Peninsula just 5 miles from Plymouth, but because the high ground of Mount Edgcumbe lies between, you are not aware of being near a large city. Instead, you can relax in the peace and quiet of village life, and look out over Plymouth Sound which offers calm waters ideal for watersports, fishing and bathing. Take a walk south along the coastal path to Penlee Point for the glorious views of Rame Head, towering above the sea, or, a walk north along the coast will take you to Mount Edgcumbe Park with fabulous views of Plymouth Sound. From Cawsand, take a ferry trip to Plymouth and visit the Aquarium, the historic Barbican or enjoy a spot of retail therapy. Just a mile west of Kingsand lies Whitsand Bay, with 4 miles of sandy beach and dramatic cliffs. You really are spoilt for choice in this ‘secret hideaway’.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Cannon’s Folly was a lovely property.”

“The views from the apartment across Plymouth Sound were great and it was a treat just to sit on the balcony and watch all the activity.”

“Loved staying in this unusual apartment.”

“The view was amazing and we had a great time at Cannons Folly.”

“We had a lovely week holiday at Cannon's Folly - Fort Picklecombe, accommodation was superb and the decoration was very sympathetic to the age of the property.”

“It was such a fabulous holiday made even better with the accommodation being excellent and the beautiful weather!”

“It is a wonderful holiday let.”

“We've just returned from our second visit to Cannons Folly and it was just as breathtakingly beautiful as the first time.”

“Very comfortable apartment, well equipped & ideal for two active people.”

“We loved every minute of the holiday.”

“Great unique apartment with wonderful views”

“Was a little off put by the fact the only lift to the flat was not working we managed the stairs but could imagine people with mobility issues would have and could struggle with the stairs.”

“Had trouble accessing apartment.”

“It was amazing.”

“We had an amazing break in a wonderful, unusual place.”

“When we arrived we could not gain access to the property because there was a fault with the front door.”

The property

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About the location

KINGSAND