Carn Eve

Customer rating

4.1★

14 Guests
7 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

61 Customer Review(s)

James Samuel
August 2025

“The situation of Carn Eve is second to none in this area of Cornwall.”

Beautiful spot.. The building offers great accommodation for a large family and all the requisite gear, i.e. Bedding, Kitchen and laundry facilities etc. are excellent. We had no need to call upon Jason though we did chat very briefly. All told a great find for our families totalling 13. Good holiday which all enjoyed. Cost wise probably just about worth it. We would recommend more detailed signage to enable the place to be found and the road/ lane to the house could be improved. Exhausts cost ...

Beautiful spot.. The building offers great accommodation for a large family and all the requisite gear, i.e. Bedding, Kitchen and laundry facilities etc. are excellent. We had no need to call upon Jason though we did chat very briefly. All told a great find for our families totalling 13. Good holiday which all enjoyed. Cost wise probably just about worth it. We would recommend more detailed signage to enable the place to be found and the road/ lane to the house could be improved. Exhausts cost a lot of money!!!

- James Samuel, August 2025
Steven August 2025

“Lovely house ,lots of space.”

A few issues with minor maintenance and decoration

- Steven, August 2025
Peter July 2025

“Carn Eve is “tired” and would benefit from some work.”

Having said that the house is ideal for a large family and has spectacular views. Faults were dealt with in a timely fashion. We had a wonderful holiday and would not hesitate to return in the future

- Peter, July 2025
Louise May 2025

“Beautiful views , A lovely big house that needs some decorating now looking sad in areas, faulty towers came to mind .”

.didn’t look as perfect as the pictures they must be years old ..New bbq arrived and new outdoor chairs arrived on the last day which were deck chairs , No table ? But we compensated ..warning 3rd floor is not up to much .But that’s the house …on the flip side the holiday was excellent and beaches were great

- Louise, May 2025
Brian May 2025

“Superb location second to none with great views.”

The property itself is rather tired and in need of maintenance. In fine weather it’s ok. In bad weather rain leaks in 2 places in the conservatory near to mains sockets. There was also a leak in the 2nd bedroom through the wall (large crack on outside)making the bed wet. Top double bedroom there was a badly fitting window, with strong winds the curtains would blow out, this bedroom couldn’t be used. Other windows in property not sealing well some with a wide gap. Jason the maintenance man was very responsive but was limited in what he could do because of the general condition. Many issues seem to have been commented on by previous visitors.

- Brian, May 2025
Bernadette April 2025

“We were aware from previous reviews that there were some issues with Carn Eve but we were very happy as we knew what to expect.”

It is spacious and the views are amazing! Watching rabbits bounce about on the lawn delighted us all. The access to the third floor was a suprise, but all else was fine.

- Bernadette, April 2025
Lindsay October 2024

“We loved Carn Eve.”

However, the only communal shower didn't work. The caretaker came to have a look but he surmised it required an electrician - one that didn't appear during our stay.

- Lindsay, October 2024

Thankyou for your feedback . I am so sorry the ground floor shower wasn’t working . This has now been repaired . Property Owner
Stephen September 2024

“Decor very tired.”

Rugs curling up, tripped over twice,. Swarms of flies, up to 40 at one time in our bedroom. Had to buy fly spray to try to control them. Cheek by jowel with 4 other properties which in part overlook carn eve. I don't recall any mention of neighbours in your ads. On plus side. Superb views, small but very well equipped kitchen

- Stephen, September 2024
Brian August 2024

“A magnificent house marred by serious plumbing/rainwater faults: When it rained, water leaked from the ceiling into the games room (there appeared to be a tile missing in the small roof of the bay window.”

We had to deploy a bucket. The ground floor bedroom also had a ceiling leak. Personal items were made wet so we had to learn where not to put items. In the first floor room with a double bed: the toilet had a faulty pipe which leaked. The top floor en suite had water coming in, possibly a fault in the shower plumbing. It is disappointing, and reflects badly on Sykes and on the owner, that these, or similar, faults had been complained about by previous tenants in the visitors’ book and in your online reviews, but have not been seen to. With a rental of over £3,000 pw coming in, surely repairs should have been made.

- Brian, August 2024
Patti August 2024

“This is an amazing house, there's no doubt about it but as the other reviews state it Is tired and needs a fair bit of TLC.”

We had heavy rain and there was a significant leak in the downstairs games room. The mattresses are very old and lumpy to sleep on. It would also be good if there was a key safe as one key for 9 people isn't ideal if we aren't all doing everything together. The house however doe have everything you need in terms of catering there is everything you need and in large quantities too.

- Patti, August 2024
Annn May 2024

“The house is beautiful and in the best position but over the years we have been going there we have noticed a deterioration due to lack of maintenance.”

The owners need to invest some money into restoring the actual building and updating the facilities.

- Annn, May 2024
Philip April 2024

“The views from the property are fantastic and the property is large enough for 14 people we had a wonderful holiday.”

the downfall is that the property is tired it could do with all new windows and doors we had two nights of wind and rain and the rain came in at the bedroom balcony door and the wind was Howling through all the gaps in the doors and windows Which kept us awake for a couple of nights Jason the caretaker did put a temporary seal on the doors and windows Which did help. we also had a leak in the downstairs conservatory the water was coming in from the roof by the window. luckily we noticed in time as the water was splashing on our laptop. we also had a leak from one of the toilets. This I temporary repair and notify Jason. the house has a lot of damp issues with rotting wood Window sills in the ground floor bathroom damp patches on the walls in the bedroom and damp plaster with flaking paint at the lower part of the windows. The house just needs a bit of tender loving care and some money spent on it. This would then be a lovely house and we would consider booking again. regards phil.

- Philip, April 2024
Jacqueline October 2023

“Carn Eve is in a stunning location and is potentially a really lovely house.”

We had a great holiday which, however, was nearly spoiled by things which went wrong in the house. At the price charged these surely shouldn't have been happening. Luckily, Jason the caretaker was available to try to rectify as many the problems as he could. We had blocked showers which twice caused water to leak though ceilings near electrics and got things wet in the rooms below the leaks. We had a horrendous outbreak of flies (16 at one point) in a top floor bedroom, especially. It was impossible to sleep there and we had to convert a reception room into a bedroom carrying a foldup bed up and down steep stairs. Hence, we lost one reception room. A very noisy bathroom vent which kept us awake at night when it was windy. A broken curtain pole so the curtain was useless in a bedroom. A broken dining room chair. A very slow oven. These things caused stress, discomfort and difficulty. If only the owner would invest care and attention in these things and solved the problems Carn Eve could be absolutely glorious!

- Jacqueline, October 2023
Marie September 2023

“This is the most spectacular location for a holiday home, waking up to the gorgeous sea and gwenver/sennen cove beach views each morning and eating our dinner out on the balcony as the sun set over the sea.”

The house is huge, large enough for everyone to have space and clutter to be contained. The decor in the house is a little tired, but it works for kids, pets and beach days. We have had a great holiday, thanks very much.

- Marie, September 2023
Graham August 2023

“Garden needs a gate to stop children and dogs getting out.”

We also had an issue with people in the neighbouring properties, (which weren’t mentioned in the details), thinking the garden was a communal area. Quick call to Jason solved it initially, only for them to come in again. Decoration needed, not enough chairs around a too small table. Shower in master bedroom took a long time to drain , and in the attic en-suite, the basin hot tap was cold, and the shower had a weak flow and held together with zip ties. Certainly not worth £4,500 in peak season. Still loved our holiday but expected much higher standard

- Graham, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback, the garden is an open design . However, as soon as you'd reported this to our maintenance person, he asked them politely to stop which they had from your first night. Due to being near the beach, the shower drains do get blocked with sand, they are checked and cleaned on change over days. However, this time our maintenance person came mid-stay to unblock them, any issues and he'll be around to help straight away, so thank you for reporting and I hope you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Alasdair May 2023

“The location of the house is amazing and the views stunning.”

The house itself is fantastic with large rooms and plenty of space. It’s very comfortable and there are great widow seats with views of Whitesands Bay and Sennen Cove. The only drawback is that it needs some maintenance, particularly outside - with a lick of paint, a sanding of the decking and a general tidy up it would be a 5 star property.

- Alasdair, May 2023

Thank you for giving us your feedback, we do appreciate every response we get regarding the property. We’re sorry to hear that you thought that there was need for some maintenance, we spend our time making sure the cottage is in top condition for our guests, we will definitely look into getting this rectified. Property Owner
Caroline May 2023

“Really enjoyed this family holiday home.”

Was slightly different from the photos but still felt really clean and comfy. Jason was very welcoming and helpful. I would definatly book here again and have also recommended this place to my friends

- Caroline, May 2023

Thank you so much for your review, and we will make sure Jason is made aware of his mention here - we are really proud of our staff. This is fantastic for us to hear; we hope you had the best stay with us. Hope to see you returning in the future. Property Owner
Janet October 2022

“It was a lovely house, could do with so T.”

L.C on the whole we enjoyed the stay. Only there for a week don't expect it be like home. Caretaker Jason was very helpful.

- Janet, October 2022

Thank you for leaving this feedback with us and we are so glad that you enjoyed the property. Jason is always on hand to fix any issues, should they arise and so we are very happy to hear that was the case here. We love to hear constructive feedback so we will endeavour to make these improvements ready for future stays. Property Owner
Karen September 2022

“Our family loved this property views amazing and lots of space However as ...”

Our family loved this property views amazing and lots of space However as others have said it could do with a bit of upgrading Some windows didn’t open dining chairs little bit rocky and showers not working properly But on the whole for us as a big family we loved our stay none of the above mattered to us we just got on with it

- Karen, September 2022

Lovely to hear that you enjoyed the property. We will definitely look into fixing all of these issues to ensure comfort for any future stays you hopefully with us. Thank you for leaving your feedback. Property Owner
Lorraine September 2022

“The view was great and the living and outside space was a good size.”

There was a constant smell of damp particularly in the bedrooms, the bathrooms were mouldy and showers barely worked. The Lounge furniture was visibly dirty and broken in places which I feel could be a safety hazard. The lounge roof leaked down a wall upon which there was a power socket

- Lorraine, September 2022

I am sorry to hear that these issues were there. Regarding the showers, this is something we would have sprung to deal with had we been alerted – but we will definitely look into all of these issues and appreciate you bringing them to our attention. Next time if you have any issues like the above please do contact us and we will be there to fix them for you to ensure you have the best stay possible. Property Owner
Stephanie September 2022

“Lovely clean house.”

Great views from fab main seating area. Nice tv/games room. Comfortable beds. Lots of storage in the bedrooms (with hangers

- Stephanie, September 2022
Jacqui August 2022

“Albeit the views were stunning which sells the property the total lack of care for the property let it down.”

It’s an old building in serious need of a refurb. Decking on the balcony bedroom was broken making it a health and safety issue. Plug sockets were loose one being held on with gaffer tape!? The dining chairs were unstable and on the ground floor twin room the headboard fell off. The showers were not the best in one en-suite it too a long period of time to drain. The location is stunning, the property let’s itself down

- Jacqui, August 2022
Katie July 2022

“Fantastic property with amazing views and lots of space inside and out.”

Jason the Caretaker was so helpful and really informative. House could do with some TLC and updating.

- Katie, July 2022
Sameer July 2022

“Good location but property is now showing it’s age and needs a revamp.”

Some windows are jammed and could not be opened in the hot weather. Provision of table fans in the middle of summer would have been nice. Some bathroom drains were blocked.

- Sameer, July 2022
Fiona June 2022

“The space and cleanliness were excellent with plenty of bathrooms which were much appreciated as we were a party of between 9 and 14.”

My only criticism would be the lack of decent size saucepans and dishes as well as serving spoons etc. All in all a great place for a large family and plenty of space to either join in or find a quiet corner to read.

- Fiona, June 2022
Alyson June 2022

“Nice property, spectacular location but needs maintanence to bring it up to the standard I would have expected.”

Locks not working on bathroom doors, damp patches, flacky paint and leaky shower. Whilst worst mattress was replaced immediately others were past their best. Some of the dining room chairs are wobbley and struggled to get 14 around the table. Main bins didn't get emptied as expected and struggled with getting rubbish in the bin that 14 people create. More garden seating is needed to enjoy the outside areas, including upstairs balcony.

- Alyson, June 2022

Thank you for your feedback and I am pleased that my property manager was able to assist and rectify the issues for you during your stay. Property Owner
J April 2022

“The house has the most spectacular views which make it the perfect retreat.”

We had 7 people staying so plenty of room and very handy to be able to walk to the beach. Very friendly pub in Sennen Cove which we would highly recommend.

- J, April 2022
Helen April 2022

“Great house and utterly amazing views however plumbing not great.”

Showers temperamental, taps installed so that hot is cold and the oven doesn’t maintain temperature, so cooking was problematic. Also sleeps 14, but had only 12 dining chairs!

- Helen, April 2022
Nick March 2022

“This is the third time we've spent a week at Carn Eve in the last 5 years.”

The property is always a delight to stay in and on the whole everything was as expected. The only thing that would have made the stay perfect would have that all the window blinds in the living/dinning room closed. We were lucky that the sun shone all week, but without the blinds closed, temperature regulation was difficult.

- Nick, March 2022
Jude March 2022

“We loved our stay at carn eve.”

The views were so stunning and we loved leaving the door and heading straight for the coast path! We had all of the facilities we needed. I basically can’t fault it. We would stay again but now that booking changeover dates are Saturdays and not Fridays we cannot easily make it for a weekend. If we could start the weekend on a Friday, I would book straight away for next year.

- Jude, March 2022
David December 2021

“Without any doubt, the views and location of this property was stunning!”

rooms and layout were really good and we had a great break. The property does need a bit of TLC and, some of the furniture needs an upgrade - a few of the chairs a bit wobbly and beds have seen better days and for the price did expect a little better. However fabulous property and I just wish I was a bit fitter so could properly take advantage of the paths around the area and been able to walk to Senna to visit the pub.

- David, December 2021
Edward October 2021

“Amazing property, we couldn’t believe our eyes when we walked into the living room.”

Perfect sized place for our large family and +1s. Had the most amazing week and will definitely be coming back. Great communications throughout with the booking and the caretaker was very friendly, helpful and made us feel welcome.

- Edward, October 2021
Jamilee October 2021

“My family and I had a wonderful stay at Carne Eve.”

The setting is absolutely beautiful and we had a wonderful time.

- Jamilee, October 2021
Anthony August 2021

“Great location with fantastic views but it is a trek to the beach for older or restricted people, but if you are a young family you will love it!”

- Anthony, August 2021
Hilary May 2021

“We had a fabulous holiday the house was everything we wanted the location and ...”

We had a fabulous holiday the house was everything we wanted the location and view was amazing we are booking to come back again thank you so much

- Hilary, May 2021
Alison October 2020

“This could be an amazing property but lacks any luxury and bears evidence of having been refurbished on the cheap.”

Certainly the sea views from every window are magnificent and the rooms are all a good size with the exception of the kitchen which is very small for the size of property and fitted with cheap units and white goods. One drawer was broken and the front kept coming off and the oven was very slow to heat up, possibly because it was one very large oven rather than the selection of smaller ovens you get with a range. However, the kitchen is well kitted out with everything you need apart from a shortage of saucepan lids. (Owner please note we discovered that the glass measuring jug had a chipped and jagged spout and one of the mugs had a cracked handle which we left out on the breakfast bar). We were unable to empty the kitchen waste bin as the skip outside was overflowing all the time we were there. While the property generally was clean, we could see no evidence of any deep cleaning for COVID purposes and there was no tell tale smell of disinfectant or cleaning products on arrival. Another downside to the property is that all the windows are draughty and bad-fitting even though they are replacement UPVC double glazed. We got so fed up with one window in the lounge in particular which kept banging in the wind (although it was closed!) that I wedged a book into the gap to hold the window steady and cut out the noise. We also found it impossible to actually open any of the windows. Another annoyance was that on arrival we discovered that not all the beds were made up meaning we had no choice of beds. Jason, the caretaker, provided extra bed linen so we could make up the beds we wanted but this is not what we normally expect or have experienced at other properties. One of the en suites is so tiny that you can bearly turn round in it. It looks as though it has been put into a cupboard and to call it an en suite is a definite stretch! Also, we were horrified to see dog poo at the foot of the steps leading to the grassed area and there was further evidence of dogs elsewhere in the grass. We do not have a dog and were not happy to let our 4-year old grandchild go out there. Perhaps the owners would like to put some money back into the property to replace the cheap and worn laminate flooring which is peeling off downstairs, provide a decent dining table to replace the two Ikea tables pushed together in the dining room, replace the stained blinds in the lounge, fix the wobbly knob on the master shower and so on and so on.

- Alison, October 2020
Maggie October 2020

“This is a huge house!”

We had been hoping to come down as an extended family but Covid put paid to that idea. So in the end 5 of us rattled around in it - it was far too big for just us, so we ended up closing off parts of the house such as the second floor bedrooms as they just weren't needed. It is a superb location - the views are stunning and although the weather was mostly awful, the views of the sea crashing over Land's End were epic! The windows are huge and as the wind blew they bounced around a bit - slightly terrifying at times! We managed to walk to Land's End one day, and down to the beach via the little pathway and it's a great location for Penzance, the Men-an-Tol, Pendennis Castle, St Ives etc etc. Tesco delivers too! The reviews others have left are pretty much accurate although any leaks seem to have been sorted as it was nice and dry for us. A couple of points however. This is a VERY noisy house. Uninterrupted views mean uninterrupted winds and they reached over 70 decibles through the night - it roars down the chimney and several of the smaller windows have rusted open / ajar so you get the wind whistling through those. The drainpipe next to the main bedroom window had also come loose so that was blowing about and making noise. I'm a light sleeper but my teenage son sleeps through anything - we were both kept awake most nights due to the noise - just to highlight the two ends of the disturbance spectrum. Outside the wind reached 90 decibles so I guess it lowers it a little once you're inside! The main oven in the kitchen is enormous - it took me 20 mins to pre-heat it before putting anything in it. And while the kitchen had lots of crockery, utensils etc, there were no additional items like salt, pepper etc etc. There was also no welcome pack, not even any milk or tea and coffee. I assume this was due to Covid. It would have been nice to have had had a slight discount to accommodate the lack of welcoming touches etc as it was very expensive for one week in Oct half term for the 5 of us. But just make sure you go prepared with literally everything you might need. Otherwise really very lovely = I suspect summer is an altogether different experience, but we loved the general cosiness and despite the wind etc the house was very warm.

- Maggie, October 2020
Chris September 2020

“Very quiet superb location, fabulous views.”

Excellently stocked kitchen, just a few minor bits of TLC required. Bit of a trek up and down to the beach so not good for anyone with restricted mobility. Also a garden gate to keep dogs and children from getting out would have been good. We all agreed that it was a great holiday though and would definitely return.

- Chris, September 2020
Sandra September 2020

“This was a perfect spot to explore south Cornwall.”

Amazing clifftop walks from here, we walked to Lands End and the scenery was fabulous. Gwynver and Sennen beaches and surf are the best! The house was fabulous, clean, comfortable and there was nothing we needed that wasn't provided. The views from (almost) every window are spectacular. The glass walled sitting room and adjoining patio were amazing. This holiday home will be hard to beat.

- Sandra, September 2020
Valerie July 2020

“Very homely accommodation, with everything there to support our holiday.”

Very clean and comfortable. Stunning views across the bay during the day, with the ability to view local lighthouses at night.

- Valerie, July 2020
Sarah February 2020

“This holiday home was fantastic with a amazing view from every window.”

The walk down to the beach was Quick and our 2 dogs had the time of their lives we did it every day. House had everything you need and would be amazing in the summer we will definitely be booking again for next year.

- Sarah, February 2020
Malcolm November 2019

“What a great holiday let and in a superb location.”

7 of us had a great relaxing time as the house offered so much space to utilise. We enjoyed it so much we have rebooked for next year!

- Malcolm, November 2019
Beverley August 2019

“This is a home from from holiday, everything you need is there, it's cosy with the most amazing views you could wish for.”

Would definitely recommend this property, this is our second year and will be back

- Beverley, August 2019
Julia July 2019

“The house is lovely but we were a bit surprised that there was no cleaning equipment except a hoover.”

We do usually find that there are some cloths, dusters, loo cleaner etc. And not a single tray in the place! Also there was no mattress protector on our bed and the mattress was quite heavily stained and passed it's best. I suggest a good protector and new mattress. Unfortunately the slight leaks in the sitting room that were present when we stayed in 2014 are still there! Not that that really affected us, shame though. However it is a comfortable house that works well for a big gathering. No need to mention the view, everyone does! We enjoyed watching the buzzards from our cliff top home! It is quite a walk down to the beach and back up, which is a factor to bear in mind if your mobility is not great, but a lovely beach when you get there. As the tide comes in the waves get very rough, so not the best for children but we did find at very low tide there are lovely big pools to play in. You can certainly have a very happy holiday at Carn Eve.

- Julia, July 2019
Katie June 2019

“Stopped in this house for a week at the beginning of June with family as we got married during our stay.”

Pictures just do not do it justice as the views are unbelievable! We even saw dolphins a couple of times. This is a must stay, the caretaker was so helpful and even mowed the lawn for our pictures! There was a welcome basket on arrival and milk in the fridge! The mums in our group were very happy with the variety of kitchen equipment available. Couldn’t ask for a better stay, we were so sad to leave!

- Katie, June 2019
Iain May 2019

“The holiday and property were exceptionally.”

The property positioned for the beach and views across the Atlantic. Catch the surf most days by taking a view of the swell from your bedroom window and short walk down to the beautiful Gwynver beach, which is dog friendly all year round. The views are to die for!! Never tire from the view from nearly every room in the property. A couple of things to note would be the exterior condition of the property, which was tired and was in need of some TLC. Decking was scruffy, paintwork was stained, grass needed cutting and wood needed treating. Interior was clean and tidy but small things like blinds were missing on some bedroom windows. Some bedroom furniture was not to spec. TV in dining room was not connected.... (which was great for my liking). Music system did not work so had to buy our own. All things considered, you can not take away the position and views from the property with the exceptional lounge space. A real family room overlooking the bays of Gwynver and Sennen Cove. If the weather is great, days and evening are spent outside cooking on the bbq and taking in the sea air. Great place to spend time with friends or large family.

- Iain, May 2019
Christian February 2019

“Customer service provided by Sykes was great.”

We had to postpone our booked holiday for a year and you were very helpful and nothing was too much when helping - thank you. The house Carn Eve was amazing. The location and its views were second to non and the house is very well equipped with everything you need. It’s big enough for our large group so we had not been on top of each other and able to spend time together but not so large that you felt detached either. We have all said we would definitely like to visit again! Thank you!

- Christian, February 2019
Michael December 2018

“It was lovely that we were able to have a wedding in the property with the amazing views.”

Thankyou

- Michael, December 2018
Helen November 2018

“A house with amazing views.”

Three generation's holiday with plenty of room for everyone to enjoy their own space. Lovely and warm. The bathrooms could do with some updating and general decoration in some rooms, especially the down stairs toilet as that one was used throughout the day. But as we spent most of our time in the large sitting area looking out to sea none of these small details were an issue Good size oven and additional fridge which was beneficial for a large family.

- Helen, November 2018
Nikki October 2018

“The house has amazing views and some areas are very good, however there is only one decent shower in the main bedroom that we all ended up sharing.”

Some areas were dirty- window seat in playroom at least 40 dead flies behind it, some dirty cushions and mats. The top floor could defiantly do with an upgrade.

- Nikki, October 2018
Sheila October 2018

“On a positive note we had a wonderful time at Carn Eve, the view was fantastic even on a dull day, the beach was excellent and walks enjoyable.”

And there was plenty of room in the house. We were, however, a little disappointed with some of the equipment in the kitchen - 1 kettle for 14 people is not adequate and a toaster that only cooked 2 slices of bread at a time made life difficult at breakfast time. A leak, in the sun lounge, that was reported to us on the day before we went away was previously reported in the Visitors Book way back in July, why had it not been seen to!! It's a good job we had hardly any rain whilst we were there. We felt there was a shortage of hand towels - 1 for each bathroom (shared by 4 people) and there was a lack of hanging space in the downstairs bedroom.

- Sheila, October 2018
Beverley August 2018

“Fabulous house with amazing views, lovely welcome gift, everything that you could need.”

We was that impressed we booked to go again next year to make more amazing memories

- Beverley, August 2018
Anne July 2018

“Everything was fine and when I phoned the caretaker about a leak the response was good and he brought some towels later in the day to dry up the floor and window sills.”

We could have done with more towels per room for showers as we only had one each and had to dry them each day.Our tin opener didn't work so had a bit of problem trying to improvise, but we did manage. We had a fabulous holiday in a wonderful property.

- Anne, July 2018
Claire June 2018

“We loved Carn Eve.”

As a group ranging in age from 80 to mid forties, it suited us all. Simply to sit, watching the ever changing sea & sky in this peaceful setting was pure luxury. We barely left the property, other than to walk the dogs to Gwenver beach or over the coast path to Sennen for a crab sandwich. Jason the caretaker was great, approachable & helpful.

- Claire, June 2018
Rod May 2018

“Stunning views out over the sea.”

Plenty of room in the house and any problems dealt with very quickly by a very amenable caretaker. Lovely clean rooms and very well equipped kitchen. Ten adults and two children enjoyed the glorious weather and will be returning next year.

- Rod, May 2018
Michael May 2018

“I recently spend 1 week at Carne Eve over the dates of 12th-19th May 2018.”

After a 7 hours drive i found the property extremely easy to find we arrived slightly earlier and the property was ready for us. Upon entering the property we were given a tour by Jason (The Caretaker) Who looked after us very well if we needed anything. As a Sykes employee i was very impressed with the Location, Cleanliness and the Warm welcome we were given. Overall there was only 8 of us and 2 dogs in our party and the house was so spacious we never felt like we were on top of each other what so ever. I slept in the Master bedroom, and never shut the curtains once because the views are too amazing, to close away i wish i could wake up the those views everyday. The cottage was well equipped with lots of crockery and cooking utensils as well there was plenty of items to use for our large family dinners and BBQ's we had. The property has the most gorgeous beach on its doorstep just a short walk down the hill, we spend many evenings down there watching the sunsets around a fire, it was lovely. The property itself boosts one large living area with the fantastic views out the sea, and also a TV room, which we only turned on once during our stay ! A Large kitchen with a huge oven great for cooking for many people. I'd go back to this cottage every year - it was pure tranquillity and i didn't want to leave - I felt so at home ! Thanks to Jason (Caretaker) and Sharon (Owner) Kind Regards Michael :)

- Michael, May 2018
M April 2018

“Lovely location, helpful caretaker.”

House was very clean and comfortable. Everything was provided for you but could have done with a few more dish washer tablets at least one for every day of your stay. The place does need maintenance, the blinds in the main lounge need putting back for the summer as the sun becomes stronger you will need them. Patio door is definitely an issue as it's VERY difficult to open and its one of the main fire exits!!!!! The main bedrooms are lovely with a stunning views from every window. The other bedrooms are fine, they just seem poor against the main ones. A lot of the windows are broken or do not open at all but we loved the place. The walks are amazing and the fact that you could access the beach without having to take the car was great. We would have stayed longer if we could have.

- M, April 2018
Chris March 2018

“Really lovely house, view and facilities.”

I would suggest the owners and caretaker need to organise some work on the house though. 2 workmen turned up one morning to work on a window that doesn’t shut properly in living room. They said they would need to be inside the room for an hour when we had house full of people/children! They were really nice and obviously said they would rearrange this. Surprised though that they were unaware the Patio Door does NOT lock and there are NO blinds to cover half the living room windows! Didn’t spoil our lovely holiday but needs to be sorted.

- Chris, March 2018
Kelly February 2018

“Photos were obviously taken a long time ago!”

House is not really of a high standard decor wise House needs updating! It is very tired apart from the master bedroom which is lovely. Excellent location though as views outstanding

- Kelly, February 2018
Christopher February 2018

“Directions to property are inaccurate.”

The side road is now made up but no signpost just a rusty pole. The house is not secure as no lock to the patio doors meaning all laptops etc must be taken on every journey. The patio door was so stiff to open had to call caretaker who just squirted WD40 to tr and ease it without must success. Many curtains to lounge and bedrooms are missing making it very draughty in evening. Some lights missing or not working No welcome book so no idea on dustbin day and where to put rubbish etc. Very much try and see. Caretaker only explained wi fi, TV and the strange use of the shower in the main bedroom. It came on in the middle of the night! Great views except the two 2nd floor bedrooms which have skylights one of which would not shut properly , not explained in your description. Plenty of china, glasses etc but severe lack of saucepans especially when cooking for 11. Microwave and combined oven very difficult to understand even with old instruction book. No labels on any of the electrical items which leads me to think they have not been checked which I believe is unlawful in a holiday rented home. Unable to find private beach access to Gwenver beach. In fact the only steep way down is now via a car park open to anyone who pays the £2 fee. If this house is available both summer and winter it should be furnished for all seasons Paying a lot of money for an inferior house that obviously relies on the views is not my idea of fun. Could be a wonderful place but needs a massive upgrade to justify the cost. Our family have booked with you many times but this does not enhance the Sykes Cottage name and we will be wary to book with you again.

- Christopher, February 2018
Nick October 2017

“The property and location was excellent, the caretaker was helpful and friendly.”

- Nick, October 2017

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Summary

Over three floors
Seven bedrooms: 1 x first floor double with en-suite bath, basin and WC, 1 x first floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x second floor twin (one with en-suite shower, basin and WC), 1 x ground floor twin, 1 x first floor twin, 1 x first floor adult bunks
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Utility
Sitting room with dining area and open fire
Games room with table football
No hens/stags or similar
Oil central heating with open fire
Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 4 cars
Decked patio with furniture
Cot & high chair available
Maximum two well-behaved pets welcome only
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 2 miles
Please note: Due to electric safety concerns, electric car charging is not permitted at this property - there are 6 charging points available at Fuuse Charging Station (5 minute drive from the property)
Note: This property does not accept stag/ hen or similar group bookings
Guests are welcome to use the open fire; we just kindly ask that you provide your own firewood.

The property

Situated beautifully, this fabulous seven bedroom property is the perfect spot to set up base for a family holiday on the coast.

With private access to Gwenver Beach adjoining the iconic Sennen Cove, this property rests in an ideal location for beach lovers and walkers alike.

As soon as you arrive down the private drive you feel immediately relaxing with sweeping sea views in your surroundings.

Upon entry, you will be greeted by the games room - perfect for keeping the kids occupied while you can put your feet up in the open-plan sitting room.

The large windows fill the sitting room with light and the comfortable family sofas will allow everybody to sit around together and reflect on your day whilst gazing out to sea.

To the side of this homely layout, the kitchen comes well-equipped with everything you need to cook up a hearty family feast.

Taking a step outside the spacious wrap-around decking area is the summer spot for alfresco dining or soaking up the sun.

Spread over the three floors, this accommodation offers seven bedrooms that sleep 14 in total.

The first floor hosts two double bedrooms both with an en-suite; one with a bath and one with a shower.

On the second floor, you can find two twin bedrooms, one with an en-suite.

Finishing it off, the first floor also boasts a twin and adult bunks whiles there's another twin on the ground floor.

From the property, take the private footpath to Gwenver Beach offering some of the best surfing conditions in the British Isles.

An inviting holiday home that can makes the most of the beautiful Cornish coastline.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

SENNEN COVE

St Just 5 miles; Penzance 9 miles.

The small fishing village of Sennen Cove is situated close to Land’s End in Cornwall. The village has a lifeboat station, church, a couple of shops, a café plus two popular gastropubs. The town of St Just is the nearest town to Land’s End and has several monument and prehistoric antiquities, including a Bronze Age settlement at Cape Cornwall. The town also has a town hall, a church, shops and pubs, and Plain-an-Gwarry, a theatre used for miracle plays in medieval times. Porthcorno, which has the outdoor Minack Theatre is situated 5 miles away. The village of Mousehole is within a short drive where stargazy pie can be sampled. Also within reach is the town of Penzance, which boasts winding streets, shops, clubs, restaurants and a harbour, from where day trips to the Scilly Isles can be enjoyed. A lovely base for your Cornwall adventure.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The situation of Carn Eve is second to none in this area of Cornwall.”

“Lovely house ,lots of space.”

“Carn Eve is “tired” and would benefit from some work.”

“Beautiful views , A lovely big house that needs some decorating now looking sad in areas, faulty towers came to mind .”

“Superb location second to none with great views.”

“We were aware from previous reviews that there were some issues with Carn Eve but we were very happy as we knew what to expect.”

“We loved Carn Eve.”

“Decor very tired.”

“A magnificent house marred by serious plumbing/rainwater faults: When it rained, water leaked from the ceiling into the games room (there appeared to be a tile missing in the small roof of the bay window.”

“This is an amazing house, there's no doubt about it but as the other reviews state it Is tired and needs a fair bit of TLC.”

“The house is beautiful and in the best position but over the years we have been going there we have noticed a deterioration due to lack of maintenance.”

“The views from the property are fantastic and the property is large enough for 14 people we had a wonderful holiday.”

“Carn Eve is in a stunning location and is potentially a really lovely house.”

“This is the most spectacular location for a holiday home, waking up to the gorgeous sea and gwenver/sennen cove beach views each morning and eating our dinner out on the balcony as the sun set over the sea.”

“Garden needs a gate to stop children and dogs getting out.”

“The location of the house is amazing and the views stunning.”

“Really enjoyed this family holiday home.”

“It was a lovely house, could do with so T.”

“Our family loved this property views amazing and lots of space However as ...”

“The view was great and the living and outside space was a good size.”

“Lovely clean house.”

“Albeit the views were stunning which sells the property the total lack of care for the property let it down.”

“Fantastic property with amazing views and lots of space inside and out.”

“Good location but property is now showing it’s age and needs a revamp.”

“The space and cleanliness were excellent with plenty of bathrooms which were much appreciated as we were a party of between 9 and 14.”

“Nice property, spectacular location but needs maintanence to bring it up to the standard I would have expected.”

“The house has the most spectacular views which make it the perfect retreat.”

“Great house and utterly amazing views however plumbing not great.”

“This is the third time we've spent a week at Carn Eve in the last 5 years.”

“We loved our stay at carn eve.”

“Without any doubt, the views and location of this property was stunning!”

“Amazing property, we couldn’t believe our eyes when we walked into the living room.”

“My family and I had a wonderful stay at Carne Eve.”

“Great location with fantastic views but it is a trek to the beach for older or restricted people, but if you are a young family you will love it!”

“We had a fabulous holiday the house was everything we wanted the location and ...”

“This could be an amazing property but lacks any luxury and bears evidence of having been refurbished on the cheap.”

“This is a huge house!”

“Very quiet superb location, fabulous views.”

“This was a perfect spot to explore south Cornwall.”

“Very homely accommodation, with everything there to support our holiday.”

“This holiday home was fantastic with a amazing view from every window.”

“What a great holiday let and in a superb location.”

“This is a home from from holiday, everything you need is there, it's cosy with the most amazing views you could wish for.”

“The house is lovely but we were a bit surprised that there was no cleaning equipment except a hoover.”

“Stopped in this house for a week at the beginning of June with family as we got married during our stay.”

“The holiday and property were exceptionally.”

“Customer service provided by Sykes was great.”

“It was lovely that we were able to have a wedding in the property with the amazing views.”

“A house with amazing views.”

“The house has amazing views and some areas are very good, however there is only one decent shower in the main bedroom that we all ended up sharing.”

“On a positive note we had a wonderful time at Carn Eve, the view was fantastic even on a dull day, the beach was excellent and walks enjoyable.”

“Fabulous house with amazing views, lovely welcome gift, everything that you could need.”

“Everything was fine and when I phoned the caretaker about a leak the response was good and he brought some towels later in the day to dry up the floor and window sills.”

“We loved Carn Eve.”

“Stunning views out over the sea.”

“I recently spend 1 week at Carne Eve over the dates of 12th-19th May 2018.”

“Lovely location, helpful caretaker.”

“Really lovely house, view and facilities.”

“Photos were obviously taken a long time ago!”

“Directions to property are inaccurate.”

“The property and location was excellent, the caretaker was helpful and friendly.”

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The property

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About the location

SENNEN COVE