Ocean View

ID: S372627

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 10
  • ・ Pets 1

Snaptrip says

Ocean View is a well-received cottage in Cornwall, praised for its spectacular views, comfortable and well-equipped interiors, and entertainment options like a games room and hot tub. It serves as a great base for exploring the area, suitable for large families and groups. Some minor maintenance issues were noted, but overall, guests had a memorable and enjoyable stay.

Guests that stayed at this property said

The property generally received positive remarks on cleanliness, with guests finding it lovely and clean. However, a few guests mentioned finding crumbs, rubbish under sofa cushions, and a broken plate, which slightly affected the score.

The location is highly praised for its incredible views and proximity to the beach and local village. It's considered a great base for visiting the surrounding area, although accessibility may be an issue for those with mobility concerns.

Guests found the property very comfortable, with ample space, comfy beds, and a homely feel. The presence of a coffee machine and a hot tub added to the comfort. Some concerns about slippery decking and steep steps were noted.

The facilities, including a games room, hot tub, and well-equipped kitchen, were appreciated. However, some guests reported maintenance issues like loose toilet seats, a broken step, and compatibility problems with kitchenware, leading to a slightly lower score.

While guests appreciated the well-equipped property and the coffee machine, there were no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.

About this property

Ocean View is a beautifully maintained property located high above the village of Downderry, offering panoramic views of the ocean and surrounding countryside. The house is contemporary in design being a reverse level home comfortably sleeping up to eight guests․ Ocean View makes for a stunning dwelling for your next group trip to Cornwall, where the whole family is welcome, including your pets. You enter the property at the upper level into a hall area providing shoe storage and coat hooks․ This upper level consists of a separate WC, utility room with sink, washing machine and tumble dryer․ The hall leads onto the kitchen/diner room offering a full-length dining table that the whole group can gather round to enjoy home-cooked meals lovingly prepared in the well-equipped kitchen. This comforting area with ample windows provides for delightful views of the ocean. The inviting sitting room is bright and airy, showcasing the wonderful sea views from its floor to ceiling windows and should the evenings get chilly a wood burning stove to add warmth for an evening in front of the TV. Finally on this level a separate snug containing a double sofa bed for one/two additional guests if required․ The snug makes for a great second sitting room for children to relax and watch TV or play on the PlayStation. Going downstairs to the ground floor of the property; there are four contemporary and neutrally styled bedrooms, comprising a bright and airy master bedroom with en-suite shower room and separate dressing table alcove․ This master bedroom has large patio doors offering access to the decking area․ There are two further double rooms one with a king size bed that again offers patio doors leading out onto the decking area․ The fourth bedroom is a twin room contributing towards flexible sleeping arrangements. A further room on this level with bar stool seating and patio doors to the decking area provides an ideal place to enjoy a morning coffee or drying off after a dip in the hot tub․ This room again offers a great view of the ocean. The ground floor also is where a family bathroom is located with a bath and shower to allow guests the chance to take a relaxing soak or a quick freshen up. As mentioned above the outside consists of an enclosed terrace with amazing views of the sea and there is furniture to enjoy some alfresco dining, as well as a hot tub to add a luxurious feel to your stay, where you can end each day enjoying the last of the evening sun. Below the terrace is an area of garden laid to lawn. There is a separate games room to the far end of the terrace area that includes a pool table also converting into an air hockey and ping pong table․ Also, a dart board, all perfect for some family-friendly sporting competition! The quiet coastal town of Downderry is a small village but has a shop for any essentials․ The local village pub set above the beach serves good food and drink․ The village has a restaurant serving good food using local produce. The sheltered beach made of grey sand and shingle with rock pools at low tide is a coastal space to enjoy a family-friendly walk to the nearby coastal village of Seaton․ The beach being dog friendly all year round. Nearby there are great cycling and walking opportunities, including Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Carnglaze Caverns underground cave walks, and Seaton Valley Countryside Park and Nature Reserve which is home to wildlife, otters and kingfishers. For a more adventurous day out, try out the Adrenalin Quarry where you can go on zip lines, deep water swimming and go-karting, or get in touch with nature at Wild Future Monkey Sanctuary. A short drive away is the town of Looe where there is a gorgeous sandy beach with a pier, a local history museum, a children's playground and plenty of shops, bars and eateries to enjoy an evening out. A little further along the coast is Polperro where you can find a bustling harbour, a scenic beach, Chapel pool with warm water so people can enjoy jumping and swimming, and a picturesque model village of the quaint Cornish fishing village, plus animated folklore displays and a model railway. Head in the opposite direction from Downderry towards Whitsand Bay offering over three miles of sandy beach to enjoy swimming, walking and surfing. Slightly further afar is the port city of Plymouth with a gin distillery, a gorgeous harbour, the 17th century fortress of the Royal Citadel, the National Marine Aquarium, Smeaton's Tower lighthouse, museums, art galleries and an abundance of shops, pubs, bars and restaurants, to make it a worthwhile day out to the city. For a stunning trip to Cornwall to discover south Cornwall choose Ocean View.

Downderry is a coastal village with a sheltered beach, Post Office and shop, deli, and a cliff top pub and restaurants. Nearby is Seaton Valley Countryside Park and Nature reserve where you can see otters and kingfishers and also offers great cycling and walking opportunities. Visit the harbours at Looe and Polperro, and the stretches of the South West Coast Path take you to coves, headlands and shipwrecks.

Accommodation

Reverse-level.

Four ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x double, 1 x twin.

Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

1x ground-floor coffee/wetroom with bar stool seating.

First-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.

First-floor kitchen/diner.

First-floor sitting room with woodburning stove.

First-floor utility.

First-floor snug/children's room with TV.

Games room.
central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, 2 x TV, PlayStation, pool table, dart board, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Enclosed terrace with furniture and hot tub.

Pet-friendly.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.4 miles.

Note: No stag or hen parties

Nearby points of interest

  • Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park
  • Plymouth Gin Distillery
  • Sterts Arts Centre
  • The Cheesewring
  • The Hurlers

Reviews (17)

  • Dave

    ! Location great. Nice and homely

  • Katie

    The view was incredible, the house had everything we needed. The owners were very helpful when I had a couple of questions. The whole group was blown away by the house, I would absolutely recommend staying here and would love to go back!

  • Neil

    Is a good base for visiting the surrounding area and always better when weather is good.

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