Guests say
Guests consistently praise The Lookout for its stunning views, cleanliness, and modern amenities. The property's location in Sennen Cove is highly regarded for its proximity to the beach and coastal paths. The apartment's comfort is highlighted by mentions of a comfortable bed and well-appointed living space. While access involves steep steps, the reward is a breathtaking panorama that enchants visitors.
Reviewers frequently describe the apartment as clean and well-maintained, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that contributes positively to their overall experience.
The property's location is repeatedly celebrated for its exceptional sea views and proximity to local attractions like the beach and coastal paths, making it a prime spot for holidaymakers.
Comfort is a strong point for this property, with guests mentioning the comfortable furniture, especially the sofa and bed, and the overall cosy atmosphere of the apartment.
The apartment is equipped with modern facilities including a power shower, good kitchen, and reliable internet. However, some guests noted limitations with the TV service and the challenge of steps for those with mobility issues.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate the level of thoughtfulness. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
A romantic retreat for 2. Standing proud on the hillside, looking over Sennen Cove, you’ll find this newly-renovated gem. The master bedroom is a delight, with a roll-top bath overlooking those spectacular views.
Wow – what a view! The Lookout - Sennen is a beautifully renovated apartment overlooking Sennen Cove and Whitesands Bay. Sleeping two people and one dog, the apartment is part of the well-known Sennen Heights building and is only accessed via 80 steps on the coastal path. The open-plan living area has amazing sea views, comfy seating and a well-equipped modern kitchen. The sumptuous bedroom has a super king-sized bed and a free-standing roll top bath positioned right by the window. There is a separate shower room giving guests of The Lookout the choice of a relaxing deep bath or invigorating shower.
Sleeps: 2.
Bedrooms: 1.
Beds: 1 Super Kingsize (6’).
Bed linen and towels: Bed linen and towels provided for free at the property.
Accessibility: Property all on one level. Not suitable for people with mobility issues as the property is at the top of a hill.
Kitchen and utilities: Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine.
Facilities for families: None provided.
Outside: No outside space but the coastal path is right outside the door.
Pets: 1 pet allowed - £25 per week - please let us know at the time of booking and we will contact you for payment.
Parking: Public parking available at the bottom of the steps.
Nearest beach: 0.5 miles.
Nearest amenities: 0.5 miles.
Changeover time: Check in at 4pm. Check out at 10am.
General: Free WiFi provided. Modern electric heating throughout.
Important notes: No smoking.
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
- Land's End
- Gwynver Beach
- Nanjizal Beach
- Porthgwarra Beach
- Porthchapel Beach
- Porthcurno Telegraph Museum
- Minack Theatre
- Jackson Foundation
- Count House Café
- Geevor Tin Mine
Reviews (24)
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Mr White
"The Lookout" at Sennen Cove has a number of desirable features. It is located very close to the harbour and beach (even if the 76 steps up to it can be demanding), and also to the coast path. It has fantastic views of the sea from three large windows. The flat has a contemporary, coastal feel and is light and airy. The extra-large bed is comfortable. The bathroom has an excellent shower, and the one-person bath in the bedroom is a lovely addition, especially given the view from it. There is plenty of hot water and good water pressure throughout the flat. The kitchen includes a full-size cooker and oven, 'fridge, and microwave, and while there isn't much preparation space, it will probably work well enough for most. There is also a washing machine (which we didn't use). Sadly, the flat isn't particularly well looked after. The cleaning in particular was poor in places. While the obvious things were clean enough (sink, bath, shower, etc.), we were bothered by the following: (1) We had to clean dusty cobwebs and spiders off the walls and ceilings in the bedroom. It was clear that no one had done this for weeks. (2) There were what looked like animal hairs on the bed cover when we arrived. (3) There was a dirty single mattress underneath the bed, as well as a mattress protector and sheet. (4) The floor throughout the flat had not been mopped for some time and was sticky. (5) There was black mold on all the window frames. It looked like someone had possibly run a cloth over some of it, but little more than that. We found that a substantial amount came off with just a cursory wipe, suggesting that no one had made any real effort to clean them in a long time. Some of the walls around the windows also needed to have mold removed and to be repainted. (6) The blinds were dirty and needed washing or replacing. (7) The windows were dirty and needed to be cleaned on the inside and the outside. (8) The 'fridge was so noisy that it could be heard in the bedroom with the door closed. Given that it only just about managed to keep items cold when on its coldest setting (and that in cool-ish weather), it presumably needed repair. Our milk went off after two days of being in there, strangely. (9) The sliding bedroom door only opened about three quarters of the way because of how it had been hung. (10) The windows, which are one the flat's main attractions, open inwards, but couldn't be opened more than a few inches because of the blinds. (11) The telescope didn't work, despite following he instructions; my best guess is that a power cable was missing. We drew this to Original Cottages' attention the day after we arrived using the e-mail address specified for support during stays, but heard nothing back. If the issues above were addressed, we would be happy to recommend this flat without reservation and probably to book it again ourselves.
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Mr Hovell
The apartment itself was really comfortable and amazing views , it wouldn’t put me off going back
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Mrs Casey
This apartment is only suitable for the fit and able. It is halfway down a cliff with 78 steps ( some very steep) to the top road (Maria’s Lane) and 80 steps down to the harbour front where there is some non- designated resident’s parking. This make unloading and loading of the car really difficult. In saying this, the views from the apartment are exceptional and make the trek up and down more worthwhile. The rooms are spacious and the bed is huge and very comfortable. The shower was also very good and there was plenty of hot water. We would have preferred a proper table and chairs to the bar and stools but maybe that’s an ‘age thing’! The WiFi is excellent but the TV is BT only so there is no Freeview and it is blocked for linking any personal accounts eg Sky Go. It is also quite slow and cumbersome to use.