Elmbank

We had such a lovely time at Elmbank this week.

The house, furnishings and contents were to a very high standard, everything you needed, immaculately clean, and beds and pillows very comfortable. Big bathroom and great shower. We were very fortunate with the weather so the outdoor space made a fabulous suntrap. Dogs loved it. Views from here are superb. Looe itself is such a pretty town. Main part of West Looe pretty much on doorstep, so house is great location, also by the main bridge for bus stops and to get to East Looe side. Recommend the walk from Polperro to Looe along the SW coast path. Parking and luggage - Unless you have a small car and happy to drive up and down the steep, narrow road outside the property, you will only be able to park on the harbour carpark or Riverbank carpark to unload/load luggage. A few trips up and down from there and up the hill when you’ve overpacked isn’t for the faint-hearted! Tip: pack lightly! (Apparently there is someone with a quad bike you can book that will move luggage for you). Once settled in. we did use the parking spot located across the bridge, which was great. I had a van and it fit- just. Would not hesitate to stay here at Elmbank again. My mum even wants to know where the lounge curtains are from! :-D

Wonderful holiday at Elmbank.

Fantastic views, comfy beds, great location for town, spacious with enough seating in living room. Added extra of washing machine and tumble dryer if needed. Small climb up to properly we did it numerous times a day but for the views it was well worth it ! We parked in Millpool Carpark paid on arrival £26 for a week - Fantastic value ! Didn't need to use car once but plenty of parking if you were touring area. Only tiny niggle kitchen could do with some TLC but that is just general. For value for money - location- views - space - facilities at property would definitely recommend !

Beautiful house with panoramic views from the huge outdoor area.

Very comfortable and well equipped. There’s a steep hill to the house which didn’t bother us but would be difficult for some people as there is no access by car. We paid the weekly parking with JustPark which was very convenient. There were lots of spaces in Millpool car park earlier and later in the day. We would definitely stay here again.

Really lovely stay at Elmbank.

The stunning views make up for the steep hill. Looe is a lovely town with some great shops and places to eat. The beach is not dog friendly but head to the left of the beach and down some steps and there is a beach you can access with you dog. The house is very comfortable and well equipped. Would highly recommend.

A wonderful property with views to die for.

Thanks very much for a fantastic holiday probably the best views in looe from an exceptional front decking area and seating areas

Amazing views.

Big beds and huge bedrooms. Exceptionally well equipped kitchen. 3 large outside areas overlooking the harbour. All of them clean with no seagull poop. Good bbq. A small welcome pack would have been nice. Fab holiday. Will be back.

Beautiful place (looe) accomodation was lovely everything you needed would stay again .

The place was all and more than expected the views from inside and out where spectaular as was the area .

would for sure stay again if in the area and recomend to others

Outstanding

Beautiful house with the most amazing views over the harbour.

Kept us fit up and down the hill . No complaints at all .

Thank you so much for an amazing stay in your beautiful house.

It was spacious, comfortable and the views while sat on the balcony were breathtaking. It was the perfect mix of being minutes from the pubs/shops/beach but far enough away to be peaceful. Everything we needed had been thought of.

We had the best week in Looe and Elmbank was the icing on the cake!

Spotlessly clean, had everything you could possibly require, spacious, welcoming and the most comfortable beds! The views especially from first floor bedroom when you opened the curtains in the morning made the holiday. I underestimated when booking, how steep the climb would be to the house, so if mobility is an issue that is the only minus point but the house and terrace was definitely worth it and as a previous reviewer said burns off ‘Sarah’s Pasties’! Booking the Quadbike and Trailer on our departure was a revelation and another time, now we know the steepness of the hill, would definitely book both ways next time - a brilliant service. We will be back for sure!

Our third stay (in 13 months) at Elmbank was as good as it gets!

The best thing remains the view over the harbour with so much to watch from the tranquil and extensive patio area. And the walk up the hill from the town seemed to get shorter each time. We used the dedicated car parking space again - nice to have the car in sight and in a secure compound. We’ll be back next year of course.

Lovely lovely Property, really easy to access, to find.

We actually arrived at two in the morning and still everything was fine which I was worrying about. Anybody with mobility issues would struggle I think that’s the only thing I would highlight. Don’t underestimate just how steep those hills are.

We had a great time.

Even the hill as access to the property did not defeat us. The property was spacious, all needs catered for.

A fantastic house with a great view over the harbour.

The house met all our expectations and we had a lovely stay in Looe. 'The Hill' has had a lot of mentions here and it is a bit of an issue. Good exercise though! And Looe is set in a steep valley so access to most properties will involve a hill of some sort.

A second wonderful week at Elmbank this year!

We’ll be back next year too.

Absolutely lovely stay in Looe, best accommodation we have had there so far!

We had everything we needed and every room was comfortable and inviting. We loved relaxing on the patio outside with views over the harbour, we will definitely be back to stay again, thank you!

The house was immaculate with amazing an view, everything you could need was provided and the beds were so comfortable.

I suffer with a bad back but never had a problem waking up in the bed here. To add the area is fantastic lots to do for everyone, we went with my nan and two 6 year olds and and everyone had a great time. Would highly recommend this house and will be back in the future

We had a great stay at Elmbank.

Lovely view of Looe and the estuary and easy walking distance to the town and beach. Property had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Unfortunately the weather decided not to behave so only got a few drinks in on the terrace under the supplied blankets but still got to the beach and did lots of crabbing. Parking space much appreciated and a great bonus. Hill to the property was no issue for us with 2 pensioners in the family party and helped burn off the pasties

It’s hard to imagine a better house in Looe!

The house is comfortable and beautifully furnished but best of all is the view from all the rooms at the front. The extensive patio area is a bonus! So the slog of getting stuff up there is well worth it - and apparently there is a luggage taxi service.

We had a great stay at Elmbank.

The house was really spacious and comfy. The views from the two front bedrooms and sitting room was great, overlooking the river, our only disappointment was it was too cold to sit outside on the terrace and enjoy the views from there! We only came across the house guide by accident, which gave us the information as to where we can park our car, so a bit clearer guidance I think would help guests. We stayed out of season and hadn't considered that a lot of the restaurants would have been closed, so not as much choice for food as we'd been expecting, but the places we did eat at were great. Unlike others I had known that there was a steep slope up to the house, but it just meant we got to walk off whatever food we'd just eaten!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Elmbank.

The property had everything we needed and it was a very comfortable stay. The parking space, although narrow, was an added bonus and we were very pleased to have use of this. Looe is a great town with very friendly locals, good facilities and views. The hill up to Elmbank is steep and carrying luggage and shopping up is not easy! We would recommend Elmbank to others and hope to return ourselves.

Super location, fantastic beds and bedrooms only let down by arrival and departure times

Fabulous property, very clean and attention to detail is excellent.

, all the home comforts had been thought of, beds were especially comfortable. Will definitely be booking again. My only tiny niggle is that the parking space provided (which was fab) needs to have defined spaces as unfortunately other users only left a space big enough for a push bike so I couldn't use it.

Elmbank was absolutely great, comfortable for the 6 of, amenities great along with the extras of beach equipment and trolley to transport beach towels etc.

Views were outstanding and the best we’ve experienced. Seagulls are mutants and noisy but that’s just Cornwall. The steep hill is the only reason we scored it down as it is steep and hard going for fittest of us but any mobility issues this cottage wouldn’t be suitable again this is Cornwall but you’d be in a sticky situation if you got there and couldn’t manage it. Overall we couldn’t of asked for a better week away weather was hot and the house and views unforgettable. We will definitely be back.

It was a lovely house, spacious accommodation and well stocked with everything we needed for our stay.

Its location in Looe and the views of the town from it are spectacular!

Great location, excellent range cooking options, gadgets, utensils, good quality china and cutlery.

Comfortable beds and good bathroom facilities. Great instructions and information sent prior to visit. Outside space is disappointing as it could easily be improved, seating is limited for more than 4 adults and garden is unkempt and scruffy. Cleaning inside could be improved, cobwebs everywhere and window sills dusty and unwiped. Lots dog hair on the lounge floor and sofas from previous occupants.

The house is in a great location but the hill is very steep and long although once you have recovered the view is worth it.

It would be good to have at least a basic welcome pack. The 2 double bedrooms are spacious with exceptionally comfortable beds. Love is a lovely place with plenty of places to eat and 2 coops for supplies. Coastal walk to polperro is spectacular. We will come again

We loved our stay at Elmbank, a lovely big 3 storey home with absolutely everything you need for a home from home stay.

Perfect for a family or group of friends as the house is so big. Spotlessly clean with access to plenty of towels and bedding if required. The views overlooking Looe Harbour were spectacular day and night, and as the weather was perfect we loved sitting on the front patio with a bottle of wine. You have use of a bbq, and there are all sorts of things to help with your day on the beach, such as wind breakers, cooler bags, buckets/spades etc, even a trolley to help with carrying it all back and fore. The home has a smart TV so you can access your Netflix and Apple TV accounts, surround sound sonos speakers and plenty of comfortable seating for the nights spent indoors. The kitchen and utility room is equipped for all of your needs, nothing has been forgotten. There's also a small travel hairdryer. The only negatives was the walk up the hill from looe town/beach especially on arrival with heavy luggage and bags, as there was no way our car would fit on the road up to the house. We are fairly fit so it was OK, I wouldn't let it put you off, but we nearly brought our parents who would not have been able to manage the hill every day. The car was parked in the long stay car park, which was again fine for us, as we didn't use tbe car all week as the weather was amazing, and we used the train to travel out of Looe (recommended) but if you have typical British wet weather you would need to walk for about 10 to 15 mins to get the car. Also the garden area needs some tlc, with maybe some extra seating/ sun loungers as it really is a gorgeous sun trap garden. I say these are negatives but they're not the end of the world and won't spoil your stay. We would definitely come back to Elmbank it really is a lovely house to spend your holiday in.

Beautiful property with space for the whole family.

The guide which was sent to us was very helpful and easy to follow. The walk up the hill wasn't strenuous at all and definitely shouldn't put anyone off. Thank you, would be happy to stay here again!

Elmbank is a great house for a holiday with dog’s in Looe, although it is a very steep walk up to it which is tricky when unpacking and repacking to leave as you have to carry everything up and down.

The parking is however not a problem both in the paying car parks or in the space provided just across the bridge. The house itself is very comfortable, great beds and a decent television and in the summer I’m sure the garden would be lovely with great views over the harbour. I accidentally left some clothes in the wardrobe and Dilly the house keeper could not have been more helpful with reacquainting me with them! Despite the steep hill we would definitely stay here again don’t be out off by it!

From reading the reviews afterwards aswell the main issue seems to be the very steep hill which was not made clear until we received the welcome pack.

The beds were fantastically comfortable, and the shower was powerful and hot, we felt the front room furniture was tired and the sofa had a number of stains on. The kitchen was very dark with hardly any natural light coming through. The closeness to the town was very good but the steep hill put us off going up and down more than once or getting dressed up and putting shoes that were not suitable for going up and down on the hill. Considering the location of the property anx the cost of the week, a basic welcome could of been provided.

Fabulous holiday home with lots of space.

Balcony with the view over the estuary was just fabulous and we spent most of our time out there as we were blessed with some lovely weather! The free parking was fantastic - great to have and only a few minutes walk across the bridge. Very steep walk up to the house which was absolutely fine for our family but would be a struggle for the less mobile. Looe is beautiful and there is so much more to see and do than we ever imagined! We loved our time here and would return in a heartbeat.

The patio area with the amazing views was the best.

Sitting in the sunshine with the views of the river was very relaxing. The beds and bedding were very comfortable and of good quality The secure parking was an extra bonus. Would definitely return.

A wonderful property with a stunning view to while away a few hours watching life on the estuary and viewing the sunset.

The house had been cleaned thoroughly before arrival, so felt really comfortable in these strange times. So good to have quality king size beds and mattresses to ensure a good nights sleep, with the seagulls providing a natural alarm clock. Like other comments, this is a lovely period house but the road to the house was designed for a horse and cart more than the modern car, great as no traffic to disturb you, but would only attempt it if you have a small car. The town is very busy this year, so book restaurants and trips ahead to avoid disappointment. My tip is that as there is a short but very steep hill to climb out of the town centre back to the house, take some bags with you and bring a few groceries back each time you go out. Better still book a fishing trip on one of the boats advertising on the quayside and catch your own supper. Overall we wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property to anyone looking for a holiday in Looe.

Our stay at this property was fantastic.

The house was really comfortable and had everything we needed and the location into to town was superb. The free parking space was a bonus too. We were a family with a 3year old and 4month old and a 71 year old and although the hill was steep we did manage it quite well. The only challenge is the packing and unpacking as we could not get the car close by, however don’t let this put you off as the views and the comfort of this property more than made up for it. We had good contact with the owner and I felt very informed. Sainsbury’s also did a big food delivery for us although we did help the driver out. I would not hesitate to recommend this property.

Fantastically well equipped, tasteful, spacious and comfortable home which the ladies in our party say could only have been improved by a full-length mirror or two!

Parking in the mill pool car park was no problem and surprisingly cheap. All four of us and the dog would stay here again.

The owners were most helpful and when the washing machine broke down, we had a new replacement within 24hrs, we had to contact the shop and then they arranged fitting.

We had excellent weather but it was lovely to come back to a warm cosy house. We would definitely rent the house again, very homely. Thank you again!

Elmbank is in a superb location with stunning views across the Looe river.

It is only a very short but steep walk down into the town centre shops, restaurants, pubs and the beautiful sandy beach. We really enjoyed our stay at Elmbank, the beds are wonderfully big and comfortable and the house was quiet, warm, clean, spacious and well equipped.

Elmbank is a lovely well equipped property, with good quality fixtures and fittings and fabulous views towards West Looe and the Millpool.

The lower end of Shutta Road is indeed steep but eventually levels out, the house and views make the uphill stroll worth it. We also found space 59 in the Beach car park too small for our estate car. However the Millpool car park just over the bridge is free overnight from 6pm to 9am and with pay by phone really easy to add an hour in the morning without leaving your bed! We would definitely return to Elmbank if looking to stop in that part of Cornwall again. Comprehensive user guide from the owners contained lots of useful information.

Romano is a lovely house very clean and comfortable.

The only drawback is the location fantastic views but the walk up the hill a couple of times a day is quite difficult. I think the ad should state that anyone with any kind of walking difficulties should think about booking this property. The car parking we found a nightmare the designated car parking space 59 is so difficult to park in unless you have a small car. We had to pay for parking most of the week.

Elmbank is a gorgeous house - really spacious and well equipped.

It is also in a great position, only a few minutes’ walk from the town with various shops, including 2 Co Ops and approx 10 mins walk from the beach. As others have mentioned, the hill to get up Shutta Road is pretty steep but we managed it with our 3 children aged 6, 3 and 9 months, usually going out at least twice a day. Pushing the buggy up was hard though!! The owners sent us a pdf with lots of really useful information the day before our stay and it was a nice surprise to find out that a parking permit would be available as this wasn’t included within the Sykes listing. When we arrived we were a bit nervous to use it as the details were completely faded and unreadable - but after a quick message to the East Looe Town Trust who manage the car park, they provided us with a new replacement permit. The car park is next to the beach, which was actually handy for leaving beach gear in but the spaces are very tight so unless you have a small car, you probably wouldn’t want to have to navigate getting in and out each day. We actually didn’t use the car all week which was lovely and although this was one of the more expensive places we have stayed in recently (also much bigger, as it has 3 bedrooms when we only really needed 2), it was well worth the money to be able to walk everywhere and nip down to the beach when the sun popped out. There are very few downsides to this property but if you are thinking of staying with young children (crawlers) be aware that there are 2 open fires with real coals in. We left our 9 month old in the lounge for a few mins when we arrived and came back to find him looking like a chimney sweep!! There is also not much of a garden - only a paved area but with a picnic bench - but this wasn’t an issue with the beach so close. We are were also confused as to why a note had been left in the property stating that recycling wouldn’t be taken that week - even though other houses on the road had their recycling bags out and a quick chat with one of the general refuse collectors confirmed that recycling would be taken as usual. However, the bags weren’t left for us so we didn’t have much choice which doesn’t sit well when we try hard to be as eco friendly as we can.

The cottage was lovely and exactly as described in the details, however on arrival we struggled to find the car park(s) that were suggested, so we parked in the closest, and set off walking up to the house, Shutta Road is a very steep road and I don’t feel that the steepness and length of the walk required is explained fully, we were 4 healthy adults, anyone with children would possibly struggle, especially with luggage.

On arriving at the cottage there was a key and car park pass but no more information as to where the car park was, we did eventually find it after 2 days of asking around, even asking the car park attendants, this had meant that we had to keep moving the car and paying to park. I feel that a little welcome note would have been appreciated to let us know about the car parking, what to do with the rubbish and what to do with bedding on leaving.

The house was amazing- everything including kitchen appliances was top quality.

The house was gorgeous with fantastic views. We would highly recommend!