Guests say
Guests have found the cottage in Penzance to be a spacious and comfortable base for exploring Cornwall, with a well-equipped kitchen and secure garden. The prime location offers easy access to local attractions, and the property is pet-friendly without any lingering odours. Some guests noted areas for improvement, but overall, the stay was enjoyed.
Several reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, including dirty chairs, cobwebs, and pet hairs. The need for a more thorough cleaning and maintenance of appliances was highlighted.
The property's location is praised for its convenience to nearby beaches and attractions, with ample parking and a quiet setting, contributing to a positive experience.
The house is described as comfortable, with a sunny garden and comfy beds. However, some guests noted it may not be entirely suitable for toddlers and suggested improvements to mattresses and noise reduction.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-stocked kitchen and large capacity appliances. However, issues with the dishwasher, kettle, and lack of instructions for various appliances were noted.
While the reviews mention a lack of local information and welcome packs, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would fall under the category of thoughtfulness, hence the score is set to null.
About this property
Nestled in a fantastic location within St Just, Cornwall near Land’s End is 28 The Turnpike. This fabulous, dog-friendly, detached holiday home benefits from a stylish and contemporary interior, off-road parking for four cars, an enclosed rear garden, four beautifully-appointed bedrooms and a spectacular location near both the beautiful Cornish coast and countryside; the perfect setting for families looking to explore Cornwall. Utilise the off-road parking before stepping through into your new home-from-home, head straight into the sitting room where you can unwind on either plush sofa in front of the Smart TV, a wonderful place to relax after a day full of exploration. Later, head into the fully-equipped kitchen/diner to help rustle up tasty meals that the whole family can savour around the table. On sunny days, enjoy the meal alfresco on the decking in the garden where you can raise a toast to your getaway as the sunsets over St Just. When stars appear overhead, head upstairs to wash off the day’s adventures in the sleek bathroom before sloping off to sleep in one of four king-size bedrooms; one boasts a Smart TV and one an en-suite shower room. Venture into the heart of St Just to pick up all your self-catering essentials or to take a well-earned break from the kitchen with food at The Commercial or head to Kenidjack to visit The Queen’s Arms. Head to Porthera Cove, Sennen Beach or Porthcurno Beach to experience glorious golden sands and picturesque views across the water. Be sure to pay a visit to Land’s End, England’s westernmost point, where you can have your photo snapped by the iconic sign while admiring the unbeatable and uninterrupted views across the sea and rocky coastline. Other notable nearby attractions include the Mayon Cliff Shipwreck, Nanjizal Beach home to a rock arch and pools, the National Trust’s Trengwainton Garden and of course the popular coastal town of Penzance. All this and more awaits at 28 The Turnpike.
St Just is the nearest town to Land’s End and is situated approximately eight miles west of Penzance. The town itself is an ancient settlement that has a strong mining history and there are several monuments and prehistoric antiquities to visit including the Bronze Age settlement at Cape Cornwall. St Just is ideally located for visitors to explore the far west of Cornwall as it is situated on the edge of the moors and close to the beautiful north coast. In the centre of the town is Plain-an-Gwarry, a theatre used for miracle plays in medieval times, and in more recent times for the Lafrowda Festival.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size, 2 x king-size.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner with extendable dining table to seat all guests.
Utility.
Sitting room.
Sun room with sofa bed
Oil central heating.
Electric oven, 5-ring gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.
2 x Smart TVs and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available.
Off-road parking for 4 cars.
Enclosed, rear garden with lawn, decking with furniture, barbecue and small, covered pond.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.6 miles and beach 1.9 miles.
Note: Can sleep 10 for an extra cost, contact us for details.
Note: Dogs are not allowed upstairs.
Note: The pond is covered, but children and pets should still be supervised.
Note: Check-in from 4pm and check-out by 10am
Nearby points of interest
- Gwynver Beach
- Land's End
- Porthchapel Beach
- Porthgwarra Beach
- Nanjizal Beach
- Porthminster Beach Café
- Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
- Minack Theatre
Reviews (8)
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Nina
Probably the best we've ever stayed in Cornwall over the last 30 years. It was well kept, neat, tidy with some new modern decor and had everything we needed to make a cracking stay, right down to the smallest of details. I don't agree with some of the negative comments on the reviews below/above, of course there will be personal stuff around locked away, this is someone's personal home that they have kindly let us stay in, so it's not going to be like a 5 star hotel, but that just made it feel really homely! As for being kid friendly, we think it definitely was, you can't expect the owner to make it perfect for your child, you have to be prepared to compromise and take some of the responsibly on yourself. ....Complaining about a rose bush in the garden??? ....Really?? Speaking of which, the garden was lovely, plenty big enough for kids and the dogs to play, a beautiful little pond, a great outdoor seating area, nice little utility room for the beach wear after a long day in the sand, a nice big lounge with all the tv stations on a nice big tv and comfy couches and really spacious bedrooms. The 3 bathrooms came in really handy with 6 people staying there too. Absolutely lovely neighbours too, who were always at hand to advise on things like bin days etc. We had 2 cars and a trailer and the driveway and there was plenty of space left for parking and just a few gorgeous miles walk to Cape Cornwall along the most beautiful of Cornish valleys. I can't recommend this place enough, we'll definitely be trying to book again next year.
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Muthukaruppan
Its prime location made it easy to explore all the nearby attractions, adding to our wonderful experience.
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Andrew
Plenty of off street parking. Spacious house. Newly fitted main bathroom. Good sized kitchen with everything you need. Considering it is a dog friendly property, there was no doggy smell. Secure garden. Fairly quiet area. Not so good points: We had a 2yo toddler with us and the property wasnât really toddler friendly. We asked for a stair gate, but only a stair dog screen was provided at the bottom of the stairs which meant we had to and buy a gate for the top of the stairs. The garden area had a rose bush with large thorns. This is obviously someoneâs home as thereâs far too much personal stuff in drawers and cupboards, lots for a toddler to get into mischief with. The swings could have done with a toddle seat. The grass could have been mown - was overdue a cut and some TLC. The property itself is a little tired and could do with a refresh of decor and facilities. The bath towels provided were a little on the small side. The noise from the road could be heard at night, something double glazing would eliminate. Instead of a fish pond, a hot tub would have be a good addition to this property. Overall, it was OK.