Snaptrip says
Samuels Cottage in Lanreath, Looe, is a well-received holiday rental with guests praising its spaciousness, well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable beds. The property's location in a quaint village is appreciated for its tranquillity and friendly locals. Some guests noted maintenance issues, but these did not significantly detract from the overall positive experience. The cottage's charm and the owner's helpfulness are frequently mentioned, making it a recommended stay for those visiting Cornwall.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The majority of guests found the property clean and inviting, with a well-equipped kitchen. However, some guests reported issues with floor cleanliness and maintenance of the log burner, which suggests room for improvement.
The cottage's location in a quiet village is highly regarded, with friendly locals and proximity to amenities. The scenic surroundings and easy access to tourist areas add to the appeal, although the closure of the nearby pub was noted.
Guests enjoyed the comfortable and roomy bedrooms, with several noting the quality of sleep. Some issues with bed linen fitting properly were mentioned, indicating a need for attention to detail in this area.
Facilities such as the pool table and garden were appreciated, but recurring comments about missing pool balls, broken cues, and garden safety concerns indicate that maintenance could be enhanced to improve guest satisfaction.
While some guests mentioned receiving a cake upon arrival, there is not enough consistent information about thoughtful gestures or gifts to accurately assess this category. It should be noted that such gestures, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
In Lanreath, a fine, Grade II listed, south-facing cottage over two levels, mentioned in the Domesday Book, flanked by equally ancient cottages. Step through the front door into a big hall with a wood-burning stove in its inglenook fireplace, slate floor, leather window seat and pool table; walk through glazed doors into the large living room with polished wood floor and leather sofas, then through to the fitted oak kitchen with dining table and chairs, slate floor and utility room with toilet. Head upstairs to four bedrooms: two king-size doubles, one with en suite shower-room, a twin, and a single with additional z-bed; family bathroom. In front, there is a neat walled garden; at the back, a large, mostly lawned garden on two levels with patio (table/chairs, barbecue) which can be lit at night for romantic dining (from the back door there are 2 steps up to cobbles, then 2 further steps up to first tier of lawn and patio, and 11 slate steps up to further lawn - rope hand rail). A wonderful, well-equipped cottage in every respect with lots to see in the area including nearby popular fishing villages of Looe and Polperro. PO/shop within walking distance. Good walking country. Eden Project, 12 miles.
Lanreath is a village in southeast Cornwall, five miles west of Looe. Lanreath is rural in character with a local shop and Post Office as well as a parish church.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en suite shower-room.
1 x king-size double.
1 x twin.
1 x single with additional 2'6" z-bed.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Sitting room with comfy sofas.
Kitchen with dining area and utility room.
Entrance hall with wood burning stove and pool table.
Central heating with wood burning stove.
Microwave, fridge, freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Off road parking for three cars.
Barbecue.
Up to four well-behaved dogs welcome, Sorry no smoking.
Pub (The Tipsy Cow) 200 metres
Nearby points of interest
- Eden Project
- St Austell Brewery
- Wheal Martyn
- Sterts Arts Centre
- The Cheesewring
- The Hurlers
Reviews (45)
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David
The welcome pack wasnât good, no teabags or milk! We booked the cottage as it was pet friendly and we had two dogs including a support dog for our granddaughter. We thought the yellow âwarning â sign saying dogs are not allowed upstairs was uncalled for. A more thoughtful sign would be nicer. The bedrooms were comfortable and clean and the cottage is well equipped. Only one parking space though.
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Margaret
The Cottage is well equipped (especially the Kitchen) the beds are so comfy & the on-suite shower is amazing. The roll top bath is large and very comfy for a long soak after a busy day. The location is good for discovering Cornwall and The garden is large and well fenced in so the Dogs are safe. There is a good selection of games provided and the snooker table was well used by us all. The only negative things to mention are the pebbles leading up the path are quite raised and are difficult for anyone with mobility issues. The heating is on a boiler which I could not understand how to switch it on/off and didn't know how to set the timer, it would be helpful for future guests if they had instructions on how to use it correctly. The booklet left with helpful advice is quite out of date and needs to be improved to include local shops & Farm Shops, activities and maybe a bus timetable. A list of dog friendly beaches would also help. Overall, we had an amazing time celebrating my Husband's surprise 70th Birthday and the cottage is ideal for a relaxed holiday. Highly recommended.
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Sandra
All the facilities you need, so very well stocked. We stayed as a group of 6 adults, ages from 46 years to 83 years. All had a fabulous comfortable stay. The garden was great for the huskies, with a lovely porch area for them to sleep. The older generation found the garden tricky to walk on, but as we visited during the winter this was not a problem as too cold for them. They took a stroll up to the village shop to grab the paper and were more than happy with that. If doing the same break we would definitely choose Samuelâs cottage again.