Tuckermarsh Quay River Cottage 2
ID: S2528
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Tuckermarsh Quay River Cottage 2 is a peaceful and picturesque retreat, praised for its tranquil setting and comfortable furnishings. Guests enjoy the wildlife, river views, and the absence of traffic, with the added charm of a friendly local community. The property's remote location offers a unique escape, though access can be challenging for larger vehicles.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The cottage is consistently described as clean and tidy, with only a few minor instances of oversight such as an unemptied dishwasher. The high standard of cleanliness contributes positively to guests' experiences.
The location is highly praised for its beauty and tranquility, with easy access to nature and local attractions. However, the challenging access road and the necessity of a car slightly affect the score.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the cottage cosy, particularly noting the warmth and the views. Some comments about uncomfortable sofas and the need for a refresh in certain areas slightly lower the score.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern conveniences, but there are mentions of maintenance issues such as leaks and electrical concerns. The absence of Wi-Fi and mobile signal is noted, and some basic kitchen items are missing.
While guests mention thoughtful touches like milk and biscuits upon arrival, there is not enough consistent information about such gestures to accurately score this category. Therefore, it remains ungraded, and guests should note that such amenities are not guaranteed.
About this property
Bere Alston 1.5 miles. Tuckermarsh Quay River Cottage 2 is one of a series of three river cottages built by miners and dating from the 1800s. It is idyllically set amongst old English woodlands and is nestled in the Devonshire banks of the River Tamar looking out into Cornwall. Situated within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just 1.5 miles from the Devon village of Bere Alston, this riverside cottage has plenty of character with a stone fireplace and a woodburning stove. The master bedroom at this Tuckermarsh cottage commands a magnificent view over the river and the surrounding countryside, whilst a single room commands the same view from a lower level. A third single bedroom overlooks gardens and woodland. The outside area at this Bere Alston cottage is stunning, as it boasts a well-tended garden with a private wooden deck and a floating jetty, providing access into the river, especially for canoeing, at all tides. Take a leisurely canoe trip downstream (canoe not provided) under the great viaduct and on past Calstock, then stop at Cotehele, a well-preserved medieval manor house with gardens and quay. Alternatively, venture upriver to the beautifully restored ancient mining hamlet and quay of Morwellham, with its informative visitor attraction with rides deep into the mines. From this Bere Alston cottage, networks of public footpaths enable walkers and birdwatchers to experience a sense of peace in beautiful natural surroundings, whilst just a short stroll downstream is a seasonal ferry across the river into Calstock. A superb holiday cottage on the ridge of the Bere Peninsula.
Bere Alston is a small Devon village between the rivers Tavy and Tamar. The village was once a port shipping tin from Dartmoor. Just upstream from Bere Alston on the river Tamar is Morwhellam Quay.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x second floor double with basin and WC, 2 x single.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Fittedkitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Electric storage heaters with woodburning stove in sitting room.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Private garden and jetty.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.5 miles.
Note: The road and bridge leading to the property is narrow in places.
It isn't suitable for camper vans.
Road and narrow bridge not suitable for food delivery vans.
Please note: the kitchen is being completely replaced in March 2021 so new pictures will be submitted then.
Please note: The road leading to the property is a narrow country lane and is only used as an access for the properties on the road.
Reviews (29)
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Martin
Probably the best equipped kitchen we have stayed in. Lane was too rough for my car and i scraped bottom all along the last bit and by the turning area so tried to walk everywhere instead. It was a very wet week and the paths were very muddy but it was nice to get back to the nice warm cottage when soaking wet. Would highly recommend it and may try again when weather better.
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Peter
No landline, wi-fi or mobile signal (EE) was not a problem for us, but I can see it may be for some visitors. Again, I had no problem with pictures on the wall that could be construed as celebrating blood sports; but there is one friend to whom I will not be recommending this cottage, solely for that reason. I have a fairly low car and the state of the track below the sleeper bridge meant that some scraping of the underside of the vehicle was inevitable - a slightly fuller warning about that part of the entrance would have been fair. Will we re-visit? Most certainly if the opportunity arises.
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Douglas
The garden is lovely and the views across the Tamar are beautiful. It is also an excellent location for touring round. Our only reservation is not about the cottage but the very narrow access, including an awkward wooden bridge. Nevertheless, a great place to stay.