Rock Cottage - True Escapism & Tranquility
Review Submitted: June 30, 2009
Date of Stay: June 2009
Fabulous find! I have been to Cornwall every year since birth and always stayed at St Ives.
Recently I fell up the Helford Estuary, a much underated part of Cornwall. Very different to the beach areas. Very green, lush, stunning views, quiet winding country lanes, tropical gardens, steams and wildlife. WOW! Just as if not more beautiful than the tourist parts. I decided this year that I wanted to stay in a creek cottage and came across Rock Cottage.
The views at Rock Cottage were just what I was looking for. You are teetering on the end corner of a small side creek off the Helford Estuary. The garden is flat at the top so plenty of flat areas...it then steeply slopes down to the jetty where the boat is moored. There is a lovely secret bench in the garden which captures the morning sun perfectly.
When I arrived, I just stood there in a trance, as there was no noise, no fligt path, nothing!! Coming from London it was a weird sensation not to hear noise as you can always hear something in London.
The cottage was simply exquisite, old and quaint - just what I want when I am in Cornwall. Who wants a modern flat when you can live like they did hundreds of years back!
Linda exceeded herself as her cleanliness is out of this world. Also, there was every appliance needed. We had a dishwasher, barbecue equipment for the barbie and even sugar, salt, kitchen rolls, everything! all the plates, cups, tee towels, linen, bath towels were all clean and waiting. So were bath robes. The master bedroom smelt wonderful - very clean. I stared for ages out of the window at the views!!!
One small draw back - the garden is a little on the shady side, but really not a major issue for us. Also, I had to save up for this week, as it cost a little more than my usual Cornish holidays. Please be aware that there is only one bathroom downstairs, so you have to run down at night to the loo! lol
However, my 2 year old didn't even venture down the hill, so no worries there. The boat was great and all the instructions clearly left for us.
I honestly hand on heart will return to this cottage.
Some other people mentioned noise from the road. If you call one car every 15 min as noise then they must be living in a field somewhere. There was no noise problems.
This holiday was very special for me. Thankyou Linda for making such a week special and PLEASE contact me if you ever decide to sell, as I will buy Rock Cottage off you at a drop of a hat!
Anneka x
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Pet-friendly,
Adventure Seekers,
Girls Getaway,
Sightseeing,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Anneka - thank you so much for your review. I am so pleased that your holiday was a great success and a very enjoyable time. We look forward to seeing you again in this very special and magical part of Cornwall.
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