Guests say
Secret Garden Cottage in Fowey, Cornwall, is consistently praised for its cleanliness, charming location, and comfortable amenities. Guests are enchanted by the beautiful garden and appreciate the well-equipped kitchen. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is highly regarded, with the cottage's character and thoughtful touches often mentioned.
Guests unanimously report the cottage as exceptionally clean, with high-quality bed linen and well-maintained premises, indicating a high standard of cleanliness.
The cottage's location is frequently described as excellent, quiet, and central, with easy access to local amenities and a beautiful view from the garden, making it a prime spot in Fowey.
Comfort is highlighted with mentions of a cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and a well-equipped kitchen. However, some guests note the second bedroom is tight and the shower room small for four people.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, especially the kitchen. However, points are deducted for reported issues with kitchen lights, Wi-Fi, TV, and a suggestion for better ventilation to manage condensation.
The inclusion of tea, milk, and cleaning materials is mentioned as thoughtful, although one guest missed the coffee, milk, and biscuits usually provided. It's noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
A cosy characterful cottage located in a quiet spot but close to the town centre amenities. With a delightful terraced garden providing a range of seating areas amongst the pretty planting and with views looking out across to the river.
Secret Garden Cottage nestles in the heart of Fowey, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Fore Street in the quiet pedestrian walkway of Bull Hill, a minute’s walk from shops, restaurants and pubs. This lovely cottage has been renovated to a very high standard and benefits from full central heating. The front door opens to a light and airy living space with original exposed stone fireplace housing a traditional Cornish range (not in use) with heavy oak mantle. A well equipped, farmhouse style kitchen has an oak dining table chairs and a French window opens onto a wooden balcony overlooking rooftops to the river, with bistro table and chairs. A spiral staircase leads down to the bedrooms and shower room. The staircase is narrow but there is a hatch to allow access for any large items of luggage. Both bedrooms, one with king size bed and one with double bed, are fully carpeted, with fitted wardrobes and oak furniture. Hidden behind a high stone wall across the lane is a private garden with pergola, flowers, vines, fruit trees and spring bulbs. Steps lead up to terraces with fine views of the estuary, where one can sunbathe, snooze in the shade, or dine al fresco.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Beds: 1 x Kingsize and 1 x Double.
Bed linen & Towels: Bed linen & towels provided for free at the property.
Accessibility: Flat entrance off the street, however inside is a spiral staircase and the garden is accessed via uneven steps (not as suitable for non-mobile people or children under 12yrs).
Kitchen & Utilities: Ceramic hob, electric fan oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine. Table and chairs seating 4 and French door to balcony area with table and chairs.
Nearest beach: 0.5 miles.
Nearest amenities: 0.1 miles.
Outdoors: Garden accessed across the lane and via approx. 20 garden steps (please be careful of uneven surface). Beautiful patio area with pergola, Flowers, vines, fruit trees and spring bulbs. Guests are welcome to make use of the garden, but should be aware that steps may be uneven and can be hazardous when wet, so please enjoy at your own risk.
Parking: Cars can pull in to unload at Bull Hill steps just 10 yards away. Short stay car parking available on Albert Quay nearby. Further local public parking available nearby.
Family facilities: None provided.
Pets: No pets allowed, sorry.
General: Free WiFi provided, electricity and gas included; gas fired central heating.
Important notes: No smoking, please note - no children under 12 years because of spiral staircase and uneven steps to the garden area.
You may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Nearby points of interest
- Eden Project
- St Austell Brewery
- Wheal Martyn
- Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
Reviews (10)
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Mr Seabrook
Lovely little cottage and great garden, well equipped and in a good location, your best to plan your car parking in advance. We would recommend this stay and would definitely try to return if we come back to Fowey.
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Mr Suffield
The cottage is very well located,comfortable and mainly well equipped. The garden is a hidden treat. We really enjoyed our stay. However, we would question it’s suitability for 4 people as the second bedroom particularly is very tight and the shower room is definitely not a family shower room. We would recommend buying a weekly parking permit for the Caffa Mill local authority car park,about a 5 minute walk from the property. The TV needs immediate replacement.
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Mrs Foureaux
Cosy cottage, well equipped kitchen, amazing location and a very special garden. Making the booking was very easy and the staff was exceptional. We had a lovely time, it was just the break we needed.