Guests say
Guests appreciate the 19th-century charm, retro-contemporary decor, and convenient location of the property, close to the beach, village centre, and scenic areas. The house is ideal for large groups and offers quality fixtures and a pleasant front courtyard. Some guests experienced issues with parking, heating control, and a lack of certain amenities.
The property was noted to be very clean, which suggests a high standard of cleanliness maintained throughout.
The location is praised for its proximity to the beach, bars, and restaurants, and for being in a stunning area, although parking difficulties and traffic noise were noted concerns.
While the house is beautifully equipped and ideal for groups, guests reported issues with uncomfortable mattresses and a lack of bedside lamps, which affected their comfort.
There is no mention of the overall state of facilities like the kitchen or living areas, so a score cannot be provided. However, specific issues with maintenance and missing amenities such as a tumble dryer and coffee machine were highlighted.
The generous offer of Prosecco on arrival indicates thoughtfulness, but the lack of a welcome book, clear instructions for appliances, and provisions for recycling detracted from the overall experience. It should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Nestled in the heart of St Agnes, 21 British Road is the answer to your Cornish cottage dreams, offering a central spot near to beaches and amenities. Suited to a large family of nine or a group of friends looking to kick back on the beach, this property boasts four bedrooms, and dates from the 19th century. Take in the picturesque exterior before stepping in to discover the beautiful and contemporary decor. The vibrant kitchen/diner will be a favourite space to relax in for all, whether it's sitting at the long wooden table atop the bright green chairs tucking into breakfast, excited for the day to come, or perched at the breakfast bar while dinner simmers on the hob. An amply-equipped kitchen space is host to an electric oven and hob, fridge, and microwave, among others meaning you have all you need to rustle up some delicious dishes. Settle down for the evening in the delightful sitting room where a TV can offer some entertainment, or sit in here for a quiet moment snuggled up with a book on the sofa. When you're in need of rest, head upstairs and find two sleeping spots on the first floor, including a triple room with a bunk bed and two singles, perfect for the children, and a lovely double bedroom with a fabulous four-poster bed, both served by a spacious bathroom with a bath and separate walk-in shower for freshening up. Continue up to the second floor to find the remaining two bedrooms, including a double with a delightful Juliet balcony, and a super-king-size bedroom, with this floor home to a bathroom as well. Enjoy drinks outside on the patio in the evening sunshine or wake up to breakfast alfresco while your four-legged friend stretches their legs. For beach day you have several places to choose from; Trevaunance Cove is closest and is St Agnes' main beach, great for paddling and exploring the rock-pools teaming with life, with Chapel Porth just a litter further down, but it's worth the distance as it's one of Cornwall's most beautiful coves. Enjoy an adventure on the water with Koru Kayaking, setting off from Trevaunance Cove, you can be guided along a two-hour kayaking journey for some unforgettable holiday memories, and stunning scenery. No trip to Cornwall would be right without a bit of surfing if the weather is on your side, so get out on a board and whilst St Agnes is one of the areas known for experienced surfers, there are still many surf schools in the area for complete beginners. The South West Coast Path provides a fabulous way to explore with well-marked paths and villages with pubs and shops scattered along the way for any necessary pit-stops. St Agnes Heritage Coast offers some beautiful landscapes to ramble through, with the St Agnes Beacon offering a great viewing point for far reaching vistas. Spend quality time with loved ones in this historic mining village, at 21 British Road.
St Agnes is a charming village set on the coast, enjoying four beaches just a stone's throw from the bustling village centre. Host to a delightful selection of eateries including pubs, cafés and restaurants, alongside local shops for any essentials, it's a great spot to enjoy a tranquil break. Discover more pretty villages up and down the coast including Perranporth and Portreath, as well as the county town of Truro which has a large selection of amenities.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x four-poster double, 1 x triple with bunk beds and single bed, 1 x second-floor super-king-size with TV, 1 x second-floor double with TV and Juliet balcony.
Second-floor bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility/cloakroom with basin and WC.
Sitting room
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washer, smart TVs, Netflix and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
DVD player.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair & travel cot available.
Roadside parking.
Enclosed garden with patio and seating.
Sorry, no smoking & no pets.
Shop within 0.3 miles, pub within 0.1 mile.
Nearby points of interest
- Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay
Reviews (6)
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Rachel
Ideal for a large family or group of couples. Communication with the owner after an issue with a shower drain was great and they were very helpful and friendly. Perfect house for a family/group to gather in the kitchen-diner and share a bottle of wine and play games. I was initially worried about the parking as Iâve stayed in St Agnes before and know this to be a busy, one-way street however we didnât have much of a problem with a little patience (and we had 3 cars in our party). Storage space was minimal however this is due to the quirky character of the property and we managed just fine as a party of 7. I would recommend/stay again as the location is ideal for pubs, shops and restaurants and is in a stunning area.
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Judy
There are no instructions at all in the property, we didn't need local details, however there is no information on bins or heating and no bedside lamps or coasters/mats to protect the lovely wooden table. The garden furniture at the front was good quality, however nowhere to store cushions, so were soaking wet. The rear space furniture was unusable and clearly not been cleaned/maintained for some time. Such a shame, as the property is lovely with many original and super features.
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Alex
Accommodation for 9 would suggest there would be more than one car (we had 3) but parking was extremely difficult as there are no designated spaces for the property. There was no obvious recycling bins which meant everything had to go into general rubbish which is not something we should be doing in this day an age. A tumble dryer would have been very much appreciated and finally the mattresses were extraordinarily uncomfortable leaving a number of guests with a poor nights sleep.