Snaptrip says
The Bakehouse in Port Isaac is a charming and well-situated cottage, receiving praise for its cosy atmosphere, comfortable furnishings, and prime location close to the village and harbour. Guests appreciate the property's cleanliness and the quality of the kitchen equipment and bedding. While some minor maintenance issues and a desire for additional amenities have been noted, the overall experience remains positive, with many guests expressing a wish to return.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Guests generally find The Bakehouse to be clean and well-presented, though there have been isolated reports of areas needing more attention, such as the shower and floors. The quality of the bedding and towels is frequently complimented, indicating a satisfactory level of cleanliness in key areas.
The location of The Bakehouse is highly praised for its proximity to the village and harbour, offering a peaceful atmosphere with minimal traffic noise. Its central position in Port Isaac is a highlight for guests, contributing to an enjoyable stay.
The cottage is described as snug and cosy, with a comfortable bed and hot water readily available. Some guests mention the property being cold upon arrival and suggest improvements to heating, but overall, the comfort level is well-regarded.
Facilities at The Bakehouse are generally good, with a well-equipped kitchen and quality furnishings. However, guests have reported maintenance issues such as a dripping tap and ineffective heating controls. While these are minor and did not significantly impact stays, there is room for improvement.
While some guests mention the lack of a welcome pack and suggest that the inclusion of basic amenities and logs for the fire would be appreciated, there is not enough consistent information on gifts or additional thoughtful touches to accurately score this category.
About this property
The Bakehouse is a magical and cosy seaside retreat situated in the very heart of Port Isaac, a thriving fishing village on the North Cornwall coast. This charming whitewashed cottage is found nestled just yards from the old harbour and beach, and its central location enjoys immediate access to the village’s wealth of independent shops, galleries, cafés, pubs and Michelin starred eateries. Retaining many original features including beamed ceilings and thick stone walls, this beautiful Cornish cottage provides the perfect getaway for couples looking for a romantic retreat from which to enjoy Port Isaac and the surrounding area.
The property has been beautifully modernised and boasts a gentle colour palette of whites and greys throughout. Cosy and compact, the ground floor enjoys an open plan kitchen, dining and living area complete with an inglenook fireplace and wood burner - perfect for indulgent, cosy winter nights. The kitchen is well-equipped, and provides the ideal environment for cooking up a seafood linguine, made using fresh fish bought from the adjacent fishmonger. On the first floor the comfortable double bedroom has been decorated in calming creams and whites, and is the ultimate space for relaxation after a day exploring. The adjacent shower room is well presented and stylishly decorated.
The Bakehouse is perfectly situated to explore the pretty village of Port Isaac, and its enviable restaurants, art galleries and independent shops. For outdoor enthusiasts, explore the South West Coast Path or head over to Port Gaverne for coasteering, kayaking, or wild swimming in this much loved sheltered cove. Just a short distance by car you will find some of Cornwall’s most popular beaches including Polzeath and Tregardock for excellent surfing and Daymer Bay for those in search of calmer bathing waters. Nearby Rock, situated on the Camel Estuary is a hub for sailing, waterskiing and stand up paddle boating, and is also home to the foot ferry across to Padstow. With so many doorstep activities on offer, you certainly won’t find yourself short of things to do. The Bakehouse is a quintessential Cornish cottage, and is the perfect romantic retreat from which to enjoy all that North Cornwall has to offer.
Port Isaac; one of the true Cornish treasures. A beautiful fishing village nestling in a steep sided valley, the old village in the valley remains unchanged from its days of fishing, slate export and smuggling in the previous century. An abundance of small character properties complemented by larger cliff-top retreats, can be found with easy access to the numerous restaurants and shops of the village. The sandy harbour provides an abundance of rock pools as the tide retreats. Only ten minutes drive from the beaches of Polzeath, Daymer and Rock, it is perfect for romantic and family holidays alike. There is ample parking at the top of the village.
Accommodation
One bedroom: 1 x double.
Shower room with basin and WC.
Open plan kitchen, dining area and sitting room with wood burner.
Electric heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Electric and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking in a chargeable car park nearby.
One well-behaved small dog welcome Sorry, no smoking.
Harbour, beach, shops and pubs < 1 min walk.
We cannot guarantee the availability of logs for the open fire, We recommend that you bring some of your own as a result*
Nearby points of interest
- Rock Beach
- Carnewas at Bedruthan - National Trust
- Watergate Bay
- Tintagel Castle
- Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
- St. Columb hurling
- Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
Reviews (30)
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Marie
Not only this little cottage has all the amenities one can need (and the bed was extra comfy!), has been perfectly renovated in a modern way without getting rid of its old charm, but it is located at such a short walking distance from the harbour, and yet is so quiet at the same time. As one previous visitor wrote, it is true that the flowers outside the house could be better taken care of, just to make this place even more charming. A side note for the owner: the seals of the tiles on the bathroom floor may need to be redone, as we noticed that droplets of water were falling from the wooden ceiling when the bath mat outside the shower was just a little bit wet.
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Peter
.nice little cottage , a few extra logs would be nice as only 1 left to use if it got cold , thankfully we never had to use it as the weather was fantastic for this time of year
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Julie
So cold we were unable to use the facilities. Inadequate heating.