Guests say
Porthilly Greys is a well-furnished cottage in Cornwall, praised for its spaciousness, proximity to the beach, and local amenities. Guests enjoyed the property's peaceful setting and comfortable beds, with several looking forward to returning. Some maintenance issues were noted, but the responsive service team was commended for their assistance.
The property was generally found to be clean, with clean bathrooms and bedding highlighted. However, some guests noted that certain areas needed more attention, such as kitchen worktops and the presence of flies. The maintenance team's responsiveness to cleanliness issues was appreciated.
The location is highly praised for its quiet setting and easy access to the beach and local amenities. Guests appreciated the convenience of nearby eateries and the ability to walk to various attractions, enhancing their stay.
The property is described as comfortable, with a warm atmosphere and a super comfy king bed. The availability of extra radiators and two sitting rooms added to the comfort. However, some guests mentioned issues with hot water and the lack of secure areas for dogs at night.
Facilities were generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and good showers. However, there were several maintenance issues reported, such as problems with the coffee machine, showers, and outdoor furniture. The lack of a microwave and issues with the induction hob were also noted.
While guests were satisfied with the property, there was no mention of welcome gifts or special touches that would fall under the category of thoughtfulness. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score for this category.
About this property
Porthilly Greys is a distinctive, refurbished Grade II listed Cornish farmhouse, resting in Rock, Cornwall. It has origins as a Grey Friars monastic settlement; whilst keeping some original features like its slate flooring and low ceiling, Porthilly Greys has been fully refurbished into a contemporary holiday home that is perfect for a family of eight to ten’s Cornish getaway. Upon arrival, you will discover three off-road parking spaces accompanied by an electric charging point, for added convenience. Wander inside to be welcomed by a stylish sitting room with a toasty open fire; sit back, relax and enjoy a show on the TV after an eventful day. The sitting room opens out to the contemporary extension’s sleek kitchen/diner, which features shaker-style cabinetry and a spacious breakfast bar, along with ample appliances, such as an American-style fridge/freezer and a wine chiller; the designated chef will find cooking delicious meals a breeze here! Settle down to a tasty meal at the dining table whilst you plan your holiday itinerary or take your meal outside to the fabulous rear garden, which also houses a handy outdoor shower and wetsuit hanger. The main house hosts four of the five superb bedrooms on the first floor, including: two marvellous king-sizes with en-suite shower rooms and two twins containing zip/link beds, offering flexible sleeping arrangements. The bedrooms in the main house also enjoy access to a nearby bathroom, an impressive space enjoying a rainfall, walk-in shower, along with a luxurious, roll-top bath; the ground floor also hosts a fantastic wet room, ideal for preventing those morning queues! Those seeking a little more privacy will be pleased to find another king-size with an en-suite in the annex. Porthilly Greys is located less than 200 meters from Porthilly Cove set on the Camel Estuary, so you can enjoy fun in the sun and sand without the need to travel far. The nearby Porthilly Farm sells a mouth-watering array of mussels or oysters, which you can bring home to rustle up delectable, seafood dishes with, or, if you’re not feeling up to cooking, venture into Rock to find ample eateries and pubs for you to dine in! Spend some time in Rock and make the most of its stunning beach with its water-based activities, before boarding a ferry to Padstow, where the fascinating attractions of the National Lobster Hatchery and Prideaux place can be found, along with access to the South West Coastal Path. This part of Cornwall still has so much waiting to be seen, with Polzeath and Wadebridge being found nearby and offering plenty to do, along with the fantastic locations of Bodmin Moor, Newquay, St Austell and many more resting further afield. Whisk your loved ones away for a break they won’t forget and book a stay at the magnificent Porthilly Greys.
Rock is an attractive seaside community located on the north eastern bank of the River Camel, near the famed port town of Padstow, which is easily accessible by a regular ferry service. The summer residence of royalty and celebrities, offering first-rate restaurants and high-end shopping, the true appeal is the variety of activities available, including sailing, water skiing, windsurfing, and fishing. Keeping with the athletic motif, the neighbouring St Enodoc golf course is regarded as one of the best in the country. With so many world-class beaches within a short distance, it's simple to see why Rock is so popular.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 2 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size with balcony and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request).
Bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, double basins, heated towel rail and WC.
Ground-floor wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with open fire
Electric radiators upstairs with underfloor heating on the ground-floor and open fire.
Electric oven and hob, fridge, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, microwave oven, wine chiller nespresso coffee machine (which takes large capsules).
TVs, WiFi.
Fuel, power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2/3 cars (depending on size) with electric charge point (cost not included).
Rear garden with lawn, patio, outdoor shower, wetsuit hanger, BBQ and furniture.
No smoking.
Maximum of 2 dogs allowed for £35 extra per dog per week.
Shop and pub 0.7 miles, beach 0.1 mile.
Note: There are steps in the garden, please take care.
Note: There are steps from the kitchen to the living room.
Note: Check-in is from 4:00pm, check-out by 9.30am.
Nearby points of interest
- Rock Beach
- Carnewas at Bedruthan - National Trust
- Watergate Bay
- Fistral Beach
- St. Columb hurling
- Springfields Fun Park and Pony Centre
- Newquay Zoo
- Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay
- Wheal Martyn
- Tintagel Castle
Reviews (18)
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Lucy
! Beautifully decorated with a mix of new and old. The social area was perfect for our family gathering. Great location to walk across Porthilly Beach and either walk in the dunes to Daymer bay or catch the ferry to Padstow. No faults or negatives. Weâd definitely look to return
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Terry
Do not heed the floorplan, for example there are two staircases, no kitchenette in the annexe and the layout of upstairs does not show the bathroom between bedroom 1 and 2, to name but a few. Both staircases and the stairs to the lower lounge from the kitchen (which is not shown on the floorplan) are open. Next time we would take our stairgates as there is no secure area to accommodate dogs at night, which is surprising for a dog friendly property, we did not want to use the lounge (which had a door) as we did not allow dogs on the sofas. The kitchen/diner is well stocked and a lovely room enjoying views of the garden. Communication with the company is not easy. Having stayed in a very many holiday properties we were surprised that there were no welcome goodies, not even a pint of milk or any supplies to start the fire (although the log burner did not work). The beds and bedlinen were very comfortable, the bedrooms well accommodated and the showers are the best! Parking was easy and plenty of space. Unfortunately we had to leave a night early as 09.30 is too early if you have older or disabled party members who cannot rush. Our issues are mainly relating to the holiday company rather than the owners. A lovely property loved by all our party and we would definitely come back.
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Joyce
Wow: it has been renovated and restored to a high level whilst retaining a relaxed and casual feel - perfect for holidays. Having two lounges, one modern and one traditional in character was both appealing and useful with 10 family members able to spread out and do different things. We loved the bifold doors extending the kitchen area out into the garden so those on cooking duty could chat to those relaxing on the patio. We were all in agreement we need to stay for longer than a weekend next time.