Guests say
Ragleighs is a well-received holiday cottage in Cornwall, praised for its spaciousness, well-equipped amenities, and beautiful location near Daymer Bay. Guests have enjoyed comfortable stays, often for family gatherings, and have appreciated the property's homely feel and generous welcome hamper. While there have been some maintenance issues, particularly with plumbing, these have been addressed promptly.
The property generally receives positive remarks on cleanliness, with guests finding it well presented. However, there were isolated comments about dog hairs on sofa throws and outdoor areas needing attention, slightly affecting the score.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to Daymer Bay and nearby attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring Cornwall. The views and ease of access to the beach are frequently mentioned as highlights.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the house cosy, with ample space for large groups. The top floor is particularly appreciated. A few comments about an uncomfortable sofa bed slightly impact the score.
The property is well-equipped and furnished, with a large dining area and outdoor space. However, recurring plumbing issues and some maintenance oversights, such as rubbish collection and outdoor cleanliness, have led to a lower score in this category.
The welcome hamper and ready beds are frequently mentioned and appreciated by guests, indicating a high level of thoughtfulness. It is noted, however, that such gifts are a kind gesture and may not be a consistent offering.
About this property
Ragleighs is an impressive, detached holiday home set within walking distance of Daymer Bay, across the prestigious St Enodoc golf course. As attractive on the outside, as it is within, Ragleighs has plenty of space to sleep up to fourteen guests, ideal for large families or group celebrations in Cornwall. The lovely garden and sun terrace enables guests to always find a seat in the sunshine or a shady spot to suit all preferences, whilst on a chilly, winters day, the house is equally perfect with plush armchairs and squidgy sofas to lounge upon, with plenty of logs to keep the fire flickering. Views from the house extend over the Camel Estuary, towards the beach at Tregirls, on Padstow's side of the river, making Ragleighs a tranquil base to retire to after a day of exploring. Guests who claim the second-floor bedroom can truly appreciate the vistas from the comfort of their own super-king-size bed, whilst there is a king-size bedroom, and four twin bedrooms on offer, with an additional bedroom/TV room with two sofa beds, suitable for any extra children. The kitchen is more than adequate to cater for a large family with a capacious gas range cooker, breakfast bar and a good-sized dining table, where you can gather, dine, and host, before looking beyond your abode for entertainment. The property lies between Rock and Polzeath, and although they are so close, the calm waters of the estuary are very different from the wilder waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Dramatic cliff tops and surf-able waves dominate Polzeath, while sailing, waterskiing, and yachting can be enjoyed just a car journey away. The sandy bay and calm seashore of Daymer Bay provides another wonderful contrast, set between the two and just a stroll away from Ragleighs; the smooth steep slope of Brea Hill is well worth the climb to admire the awe-inspiring view. With Padstow accessible via ferry or foot, find plenty to see and do in the coastal town, with Padstow Museum, National Lobster Hatchery, and Padstow Sealife Safari trips recommended to discover, before sampling the daily catch from a waterside eatery. Gather your loved ones at Ragleighs.
Daymer Bay and the village of Trebetherick were both loved by Sir John Betjeman and are unquestionably special. With a huge appeal to both the young and not so young, Daymer Bay has recently been voted one of the best beaches in the world! St. Enodoc Church, once buried in the sand, is within comfortable walking distance of Daymer Bay and is the resting place of Sir John Betjeman. Daymer Bay holds great appeal for wind surfers with the waves rolling up the estuary. There is enormous fun too for small children with buckets and spades and fishing in the rock pools. Up from the coast path as it runs from Daymer Bay is Highcliffe, nestling between Polzeath and Trebetherick, both of which boast a number of pubs, restaurants and village stores all offering a wide variety of fresh quality produce. The properties at Highcliffe have the advantage of being within easy reach of Daymer, Polzeath and Greenaway - Greenaway being the name given to the clifftop area, beach and small cove with rock pools overlooking the Atlantic beyond that lies between Daymer and Polzeath.
Accommodation
Six bedrooms.
Over three floors.
1 x ground floor super king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor twins, 1 x ground floor double 2 x first floor twins, 1 x top floor super king-size double with en-suite bathroom, bath, shower, basin and WC.
First floor bathroom, bath, basin and WC, Ground floor bathroom, bath, basin and WC.
First floor cloakroom with basin and WC, ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Utility.
First floor sitting room.
TV room.
Central heating, under floor heating, wood burner.
Gas range oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
TV with sky, DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included Ample off road parking.
Large lawned garden, terrace with furniture.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Beach 0.6 mile.
Pub 0.7 mile.
Shop 0.9 mile.
Nearby points of interest
- Tintagel Castle
- Blue Reef Aquarium Newquay
Reviews (24)
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Rebecca
Perfect for a large group with lovely sitting room/kitchen easily big enough to accommodate everyone if the weather is not so good! Unfortunately there were issues with the drains and looking back at the reviews it is clear that this is an ongoing issue. The loos on the ground floor were very slow to flush and the floor boards in the kitchen were rising up during the week. The worst bit was the unspecified water bubbling up on the terrace making it impossible to use the outdoor table and chairs. John Bray were quick to send someone over but I feel it is something the owners need to address.
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Marjorie
Generous welcome pack; thoroughly enjoyed our holiday. Perhaps sofa throws could have been changed between uses as previous occupants dog hairs still evident. Would definitely book again
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Mike
The sofa bed in the games room has very thin mattress and is thus not that comfortable compared with the mattresses on the beds. Could do with an extra mattress to lay over. There are cupboards in the house that are locked and are presumably the owners' private belongings. Some locks were broken and this we reported by phone to John Bray the managing agents. We suggest John Bray rewrite the description sheets to cover that in the blurb in the house. There is also conflicting advice about checkout times and procedures. Folding bedlinen and packing in laundry bags is only mentioned on a laminated sheet in one handbook and no mention on printed pages. Our email gave check out as 9.30 but blurb says 9.00.