Guests say
Ossco is a well-loved family home with stunning views and a warm atmosphere, appreciated for its location and spacious garden. Guests enjoy the property's character and the welcome treats, though some noted the need for updates and maintenance.
The property is generally well-received for cleanliness, but there are mentions of an odd smell, ants, and a mouse box which suggest room for improvement in this area.
The location is highly praised for its stunning views, privacy, and proximity to beaches and coastal paths, making it a standout feature of the property.
Comfort is generally positive, with the house described as cozy and warm. However, several guests mentioned that the beds and some furniture could be more comfortable, indicating a need for updates.
Facilities are satisfactory with a well-equipped kitchen and ample entertainment for children. Maintenance issues like decking repairs, heating problems, and appliance malfunctions have been noted, suggesting a need for attention.
The presence of welcome treats and the owner's responsiveness are appreciated, indicating thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gestures are a courtesy and not guaranteed.
About this property
Ossco is an attractive and contemporary self-catering coastal property, enjoying outstanding sea views from Polzeath, Cornwall. From its striking interior design to its commanding clifftop setting, Ossco is the perfect family home in North Cornwall that welcomes your dogs as well. Effortlessly stylish, the house sleeps ten guests, making it ideal for large groups and family celebrations. The spacious open-plan living areas have plate glass windows, allowing you to invite the incredible ocean views indoors. Architecturally crafted, this is high-standard accommodation complete with underfloor heating, a woodburning stove, state-of-the-art kitchen with both an oil-fired AGA and separate electric oven/hob, and multiple dishwashers, whilst outside there is a Coach House annexe.
Ossco is gated from the road with parking for several cars, whilst to the front and side of the house are large stone terraces with teak patio furniture, leading on to huge lawns affording truly breath-taking views of the rugged Atlantic Ocean. The surrounding National Trust coastline is accessible via the nearby public footpath leading down to Lundy Bay, a sheltered cove with sandy beaches at low tide. Polzeath beach is only a short drive away and a favourite spot for surfers of all ability, with beach side cafes and restaurants as well as shops and galleries. Sailing, waterskiing, and inflatable rides take place on the sheltered Camel Estuary with dinghy hire or tuition found at Rock.
For an easy day on the beach pack a picnic, a cricket set, and bucket and spades, and head for Daymer Bay - with clear blue bathing water, rock pools galore and some of the best sunsets, it's the perfect spot to linger.
The seaside village of Polzeath boasts a sandy beach, which is bordered by rock pools and is acclaimed to be one of the best surfing beaches in the country. Polzeath itself has a number of small shops, cafes and restaurants, and the South West Coast Path, a 630-mile route, runs through the village. Just over seven miles away is the popular market town of Wadebridge, which is set alongside the River Camel and offers an array of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as North Cornwall's only family-owned cinema. There’s wonderful countryside in the area, with the renowned Camel Trail passing through the town, and the nearby town of Padstow, with its harbour, pastel-washed medieval houses and celebrated restaurants is well worth exploring. Within driving distance is the UK surfing capital of Newquay, with over 11 miles of golden sandy beaches. Polzeath is an excellent base for exploring this part of Cornwall.
Accommodation
Linen & Towels included in rent.
Ground Floor:
Entrance Hall
Cloakroom/W.C
Kitchen/Dining Room with slate floor and French windows to Decking and Garden, Large open plan Sitting Room with Wood Burning Stove leading to Snug/TV Room.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Super King Bed (6ft) with en-suite Bathroom/Overhead Shower/W.C, with stunning views and Balcony
Family Bathroom/W.C, Bedroom 2: Bunk Beds x 2, Bedroom 3: Twin Beds
Lower Floor:
Bedroom 4: Kingsize Bed (5ft) with doors opening onto Terrace
Bedroom 5: Kingsize Bed (5ft)
Family Bathroom/Overhead Shower/W.C.
Utility Room/Shower Room/Wet AreaCoach House Annexe with outside steps to TV/Teenage Room with 2 Single Beds, Shower and W.C, (Please note that linen and towels are not included for these beds).
Note; Pets by Arrangement.
Note; No Smoking
Nearby points of interest
- Rock Beach
- Carnewas at Bedruthan - National Trust
- Watergate Bay
- Fistral Beach
- Tintagel Castle
- St. Columb hurling
- Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
- Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
- Newquay Zoo
- Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay
Reviews (20)
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Marc
A lovely home, great location with amazing views. We did however suffer with a couple of problems...the heating in the downstairs rear back bedroom and bathroom wasn't working for a couple of days but this was fixed, thank you. Unfortunately the maintenance team dropped of a couple of heaters in the interim and one caught fire within a few minutes of being turned on and filled the bedroom with smoke, the second heater blew in the night and sparked meaning we had to leave this one turned off too. This was especially concerning as a baby as well as parents were in the room. Also, the house overall was just too hot the whole week but according to the instructions next to each room thermostat we were asked to not fiddle with the heat setting? Crazy! Surely we should have the opporunity to regulate the heat as needed? We would visit again as I'm sure the heating for the bedroom and bathroom were just a small issue that was rectified quickly and without fuss. So our only comment really is the before any heaters are left they are checked and tested as it really could have been a terrible sitaution where the house could have caught fire and people hurt, also the freedom to opertate the heating up or down as needed as this is the one thing that would stop us returning.
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Jamie
Loved watching the kids run free and the waves roll in. The house was the perfect space for my Dads 80th celebrations with 2 older couples plus 2 younger with 4 kids. Brilliant location above Lundy bay with great walks around the Rumps and Polzeaths amenities down the road. Thank you.
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Joanna
Nice and easy to access the coast path. Couple of things that could be improved in our opinionâ¦Main bedroom upstairs would benefit from new mattress (very lumpy) an upgrade with the electric cleaner would be a definite bonus, cordless would be so much better, there is a lot of hard floor surface to keep clean.