Guests say
Guests have praised Iroko for its spaciousness, modern amenities, and peaceful village location. The property's garden and welcome touches were frequently highlighted, contributing to a pleasant stay. The array of toys and activities for children was also appreciated, making it a family-friendly choice.
While many guests found the property clean and well-presented, there were several mentions of areas needing more thorough cleaning and maintenance, such as dust, cobwebs, and outdoor debris. These issues suggest room for improvement in cleanliness standards.
The location in a peaceful Cornish village close to local amenities and attractions like beaches and Plymouth was highly regarded. Guests appreciated the convenience and the tranquil setting, making the location a strong point for the property.
The property was frequently described as comfortable, with ample space, good showers, comfy beds, and a welcoming atmosphere. Some minor issues were noted, such as a lack of space in one bedroom, but overall, guests enjoyed a comfortable stay.
Facilities were generally well-received, with special mentions of the toys and sociable outdoor space. However, some guests reported maintenance issues like broken lights and fans, and a need for larger kitchenware, suggesting that while facilities are good, there is a need for attention to detail.
Guests were delighted by thoughtful touches such as welcome packs with scones, cream, and jam, as well as stocked fridges and wood for the fire. While these gestures were appreciated, it should be noted that such gifts may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Resting in the small village of Millbrook in Cornwall, is this impressive, architecturally-designed detached house, Iroko. Set over two floors and sleeping up to ten guests, Iroko is an outstanding and contemporary setting for an unforgettable getaway to Cornwall, with a stream flowing through and easy access to the scenic surrounding areas of Whitsand Bay, Kingsand and Cawsand. Approaching the property, you will find convenient off-road parking for three cars on the shared driveway, as well as an additional space in the garage, before unloading your bags and stepping into the superb house to begin your holiday. Be welcomed into the spacious sitting room, where you can enjoy a family film night on the Smart TV, as you put your feet up to relax in front of the woodburning stove. If you would prefer a little privacy, you can also opt to unwind in the homely snug and unwind in front of the TV on the plush sofa bed. Delight in cooking up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen which has everything you could need during your stay, including an additional dining area and a handy dishwasher making cleaning up a breeze. Gather around the dining table to enjoy the fruits of your labour as you toast to a wonderful holiday. After a day of exploring, pop any sandy clothes for a spin in the ready to use washing machine in the utility, saving the need to do washing once you arrive home. Completing the ground-floor is a cloakroom, where guests can freshen up before setting off for the day. When sleep calls, climb the open-tread stairs to the first-floor where you will discover five bedrooms, all tastefully decorated and echoing the high standard furnishings of the rest of the property the first being a king-size with en-suite shower room and dressing room, ideal for getting ready for the day in complete privacy, with balcony seating area overlooking the garden. There are also three additional king-size bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room and a further bunk room, ensuring flexible sleeping arrangements for all parties. Before settling down for the evening, enjoy a long soak in the deep bath with your favourite book and let all your muscle aches slip away. Sip your morning coffee in the large, lush garden and enjoy the sounds of nature as you prepare for an evening of fun and barbecuing. Venture down to explore the local village of Millbrook, where you will find a good selection of well-stocked shops, pubs, cafes and a couple of restaurants for when you don’t feel like cooking. Also, there are more restaurants and pubs in Kingsand and Cawsand. Take a leisurely stroll around the Millbrook Dam where you can expect fantastic scenery and a glimpse of the local wildlife. Make a stop at The Byre Gallery in the village centre, where you can expect a warm welcome and beautiful artwork and jewellery which is available to purchase, a wonderful souvenir to remember your trip by. Iroko walls have large photo canvases of local scenes from a local photographer that are available to buy as a souvenir. Just a short drive away is the remarkable 16th-century Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park where you can view a wide variety of art, tapestries and porcelain, as well as the picturesque formal grounds. Pack up a picnic and head to the beautiful beach of Whitsand Bay, where you can expect three miles of glorious sand with rock pools speckled along the beach and the Adventure Bay surf school, where you can hire boards, take lessons, or try coasteering, and the historical landmark of Whitsand Bay Fort, which provides spectacular views over the bay. For a wider selection of amenities and attractions, head to the city of Plymouth, which can be accessed via a scenic drive or ferry from the beautiful beaches of Cawsand and Kingsand. You will be spoilt for choice for things to do, with the delightful Royal William Yard, set on a beautiful marina and housing a good selection of restaurants and shops in its 1800’s buildings, it is a visual feast. Treat the kids to a day out at the National Marine Aquarium where they can enjoy meeting an array of marine life in an art-deco setting. Sample the local delights at the Plymouth Gin Distillery, where you can take a tour, enjoy a cocktail or food in the bar area, or purchase your favourite tipple to take home in the shop. Finish up your day with a walk along Plymouth Sound, overlooked by the impressive Smeaton’s Tower, a traditional candy stripe lighthouse stemming from the 18th century. However, you spend your time in Cornwall, for a truly unforgettable getaway with loved ones, choose Iroko.
The charming village of Millbrook is sityated on the Rame Peninsula, otherwise known as 'Cornwall's Forgotten Corener', opposite the well-known city of Plymouth. Millbrook is home to a good selection of shops and pubs, whilst the delightful coastal villages of Kingsand and Cawsand are easily accessible and have a ferry which runs to Plymouth.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV, balcony and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 2 x king-size, 1 x bunk.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Snug
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Designated off-road parking for three cars in front of the garage, and an additional space in the garage.
Enclosed garden with lawn, patio, furniture and barbecue.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
Note: The driveway is shared access with neighbour - please park far right hand side only.
Note: There are two steps down to the sitting room, please take care.
Note: The garden has an unfenced stream trickling through, please take care
Reviews (26)
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Stephen
We had 9 people (family and friends) staying in the property and did not feel cramped. The house is well appointed, clean, comfortable and warm. There is ample parking for 3 large cars on the drive way. Shops are a very short walk into the village and the neighbours on both sides are very pleasant. We would definitely stay there again if we visit the Plymouth area.
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Tracey
Iroko was the perfect accommodation - so much space, comfortable living areas , well equipped kitchen and very tasteful decor. A welcome pack was a nice surprise. The weather wasnât great so the childrenâs games, cars, books etc were a bonus. Great stay.
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Tracy
There are reviews from July 2023 that mention the poor cleanliness, thick spiders webs on the blinds and windows and overall maintenance issues such as lightbulbs not working, fan in one of the ensuite bathrooms not working. I was hopeful that the owners would have been made aware of these issues and they would have been addressed a year on from the posts. On arrival the house does look like the pictures on the Sykes site however once we were unpacked and "living" in the house it quickly became apparent that none of the issues that had been raised a year previous had been addressed. We ended up cleaning the areas we needed to whilst we were there. In the snug, we pulled the sofa bed out and found a vast amount of dust and dirt and had to brush and hoover it before we could clean it to pull the bed out. The decking is lovely however had not been cleaned and there was debris everywhere. One of the bathroom door handles upstairs came off in our hand and The flush was also dodgy. Don't get me wrong the house is lovely and spacious, there were 6 adults and 2 children and never felt cramped or overcrowded. It was lovely that on an evening we all sat at the dining room table for our meal. The shops in the village are handy and the walk to cawsand beach is only 20 mins away. The kitchen is well stocked with items you need, there was a lovely welcome hamper left for us and a bottle of prosecco which was a lovely thought.