Beachcomber

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Smoke-free
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs Sambhi
October 2019

“We arrived late in pitch black We couldn’t find our parking spot or our apartment there were no signs on building for no 5 so we walked around trying to locate the correct door.”

We eventually spotted the number 4&5 inside vaguely through the external door. The shed was tight and hard to open we thought it was the wrong place until eventually brute force opened it and we found our key lock box again not labelled and a lot had worn off so it was pick a box and hope it’s the right one. No signal on our phones so we couldn’t ring anyone to get help. On entering it was lovely and warm very clean and well appointed. The twin beds were a disappointment I had requested ...

We eventually spotted the number 4&5 inside vaguely through the external door. The shed was tight and hard to open we thought it was the wrong place until eventually brute force opened it and we found our key lock box again not labelled and a lot had worn off so it was pick a box and hope it’s the right one. No signal on our phones so we couldn’t ring anyone to get help. On entering it was lovely and warm very clean and well appointed. The twin beds were a disappointment I had requested they’ve made into double. The rooms have a small amount of hanging space but plenty of basket drawers. The double room is very small. The view in the morning was spectacular watching the sunrise was a wonderful experience. The broadband was hit and miss but welcome when it worked we used the apartment as a vase and were outs dry day whatever the weather. Newest big supermarket tesco a 10!-15 minute drive and often our stop on way back in the evening Overall a lovely place to stay
Mr Aufderhaar October 2019

“We had a great holiday, with beautiful vieuws and weather.”

Just the heating was too hot, and the bathroom made strange noises.
Mr Cooper September 2019

“We had a problem finding the right key safe as it wasnt marked beachcomer and would have had a problem without your paperwork .”

Another issue was the car park over the busy road was adaquate we parked close to the property to unload and were told by local people that we could not as it was a private road even to carry our cases in for a few minutes. The flush on the toilet packed up halfway through the week .we phoned the caretaker and he came out and said it couldnt be repaired until saturday as it happened we had another toilet We had another issue with the hot water went down on friday evening so we had to leave them a note .I wonder when the electrics were tested last as usually all applances should have a test certificate Mr& Mrs Cooper

The owners regret that the label had come of the key safe and have arranged to have it replaced. The plumbing issues were quickly sorted and they apologize for any inconvenience. It is perfectly acceptable for guests to unload outside the property as long as they don't block the road. We can confirm that all appliances are PAT tested and the relevant electrical certificates are current. Owner relations
Ms Linz June 2019

“Dear Cornish cottage Holidays team, it is a very nice and well-equipped appartment with beautiful views and we had an enjoyable holiday.”

But since you are asking... - you need to have done some weightlifting if you want to open the bedroom windows and we think that should be looked at properly. - moreover, I don‘t recall reading on the website that the appartment is right beside a busy road with coaches and lorries passing by throughout the day and cars even during the night, at least when there are performances in the Minnack. I would have appreciated to have known that beforehand, because it would have probably influenced our decision towards somewhere more quiet. But don’t worry, we’ll book with you again, as we have done for many years now. It has always been well organized and there were never any problems. Thank you for that. Yours sincerely, Ulrike Linz

The owners thank you for pointing out the issue withe the stiff windows and have arranged their handyman to adjust. Being close to the Minnack theatre does inevitably mean that after performances there is a certain amount of car noise before and after performances. Owner relations
Mrs Scotford May 2019

“The Key Safe needs replacing.”

It took us at least 20 minutes to get the key out. Pillows on the bed need replacing, they were very flat. Towels in twin bedroom had seen better days. Wardrobe space not adequate enough. Curtains in the lounge had broken hooks so they were not hanging properly. TV did not work. A member of our party fixed the tv. Cd player does not work. Batteries were also corroded in the cd player remote. Switches in the kitchen need labelling. It would have made it easier to switch appliances on, without trial and error. All the above would have made our stay more comfortable. The view from the lounge is stunning. Feel the apartment needs a few maintenance tweaks. Also would have liked more outdoor area. Sloping grass and walkways and a bbq at the end of the carpark were not really adequate.
Mr Bridges September 2018

“Lovely place in a nice location except when the shows at the Minack theatre have ...”

Lovely place in a nice location except when the shows at the Minack theatre have finished as this can course too much traffic
Mrs Findlay September 2018

“Unfortunately there is nowhere to sit outside to look at the views, the barbecue area is the other side of the car park and not very appealing with no view.”

The flat is lovely but would not return to this particular flat as it is also difficult to get swimming gear dry and ended up putting up the towels and swimming gear by the bins to dry in the sun!
Mr De Wit July 2018

“The apartment turned out to be a bit smaller than expected by looking at the pictures.”

This was in part due to the furniture, the kitchen table and chairs were a bit clumsy and we couldn't fit our travel cot in any of the bedrooms. But we had a great time at Beachcomber, close to the beach and Minack Theatre and the coastal path, and what a view!
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The property

Beachcomber is a delightful apartment situated in the village of Porthcurno in Cornwall.

Hosting two bedrooms; a double, and a twin (zip/link), both with en-suites, this property can sleep up to four people.

Inside you will also find an open-plan sitting, kitchen and dining area.

To the outside is off-road parking.

Resting in a coastal position with sea views, Beachcomber is a memorable retreat in a relaxing part of England.

Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be superking on request upon request), with en-suite shower, basin and WC
Open-plan sitting, kitchen and dining area. .
Eco GO underfloor heating with open fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, music system, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 2 cars
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 8 mins walk.

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

About the location

PORTHCURNO

Land’s End 4 miles; St. Just 9 miles; Penzance 9 miles; St Ives 17 miles.

The small village of Porthcurno is situated four miles from Land’s End on the south coast of West Cornwall. The village has a sandy beach, a café, a restaurant that’s open during the summer season and cliff-top and coastal walks. Porthcurno is also home to the Porthcurno Telegraph Museum, where you can learn about the underwater cables that connected the village to various places around the world. To the west of Porthcurno is the famous Minack Theatre, which is a superb open air venue with 750 seats and boasts views across Porthcurno Bay to The Lizard. Close by is Land’s End, the most westerly point of mainland England offering something for all the family, and also within reach are lovely Cornish towns and villages, including the popular resorts of Penzance and St Ives. A delightful base for exploring this part of Cornwall.

Beachcomber

Porthcurno, Cornwall (Ref. 974928)

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Features

“We arrived late in pitch black We couldn’t find our parking spot or our apartment there were no signs on building for no 5 so we walked around trying to locate the correct door.”

“We had a great holiday, with beautiful vieuws and weather.”

“We had a problem finding the right key safe as it wasnt marked beachcomer and would have had a problem without your paperwork .”

“Dear Cornish cottage Holidays team, it is a very nice and well-equipped appartment with beautiful views and we had an enjoyable holiday.”

“The Key Safe needs replacing.”

“Lovely place in a nice location except when the shows at the Minack theatre have ...”

“Unfortunately there is nowhere to sit outside to look at the views, the barbecue area is the other side of the car park and not very appealing with no view.”

“The apartment turned out to be a bit smaller than expected by looking at the pictures.”

The property

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About the location

PORTHCURNO