Dog Friendly Hayle Holiday Cottages

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Paul - Verified booking

  Great location and view over the Bay, 5 minutes walking distance from the train station with easy access to St Ives.

  Before diving into a bit of detail I would like to say my family and I had a lovely holiday at the Lanyon and made some great memories. On booking there were no reviews as it was a new listing at the time so we took a risk and overall we were very happy. The walk to the nearest dog friendly beach takes you down an undulating coast path/track which is challenging, lots of steps and takes about 10 minutes once you cross the train track. But the reward once down on the beach is great, a very nice sandy beach and no restrictions for the dog. We stayed there for several hours on one of our days. Carbis bay is a lovely sandy beach but down a steep road. There is a hotel/bar where you can have a drink or two which was nice. The beach has restriction on the time dogs are allowed, I think 10am-6pm (but pls check) The house is big and spacious, but perhaps could do with some updating in the main bathroom and shower room. All works perfectly fine but just looked a little dated. No TV in three of the bedrooms, but as we were out and about most of the time not too much of an issue. Doors: a few of the interior doors did not open or close easily, you had to apply some force and this created a loud noise each time, not so much of a problem in the day, but at night was just not great. (easily fixed I am sure) The garden is a big space which is great for the dog, but the lawn needs cutting and grass needs some attention. Also need some better quality outside furniture, what is supplied seems very much like an after thought. Also a couple of sun loungers would be great. We liked the idea of the Wood burning hot tub in advance, but there is no wood supplied and the reality once there is it all seemed like a lot of effort. Would strongly recommend installing an electric hot tub in the future, as the view is great. We had two cars, one being a largish 4x4. The driveway to the house had an old cement post to one side of the entrance which was more of a hindrance/hazard and would recommend this be removed. The main sitting room/tv room is a nice large space with comfortable seating and open fire, I would recommend they remove the main painting opposite the TV as it depicts somebody being beheaded!, not great for young kids.. St Ives: Take the rain as parking in St Ives can be problematic, it is one stop on the train. We enjoyed Cintra as a fish/tapas type restaurant overlooking the harbour. Very fresh and tasty. I hope this helps, all in all the house and location worked great for us . (3 adults, 2 children (11 & 14) and a Cockapoo dog)

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• Reuben - Verified booking

  This cottage is stunning.

  So much room. It was decorated beautifully and had everything we needed. A lovely welcome gift left for our arrival, lots of detail thought of. It’s a fabulous size house and will comfortably sleep at least 8 people. All the bedrooms were clean and comfortable. So much so we have purchased the same quilt and pillows as we had such a good nights sleep. From Soak and Sleep! There are two lounges which is perfect when you have kids- especially teenagers who want to play the Wii or watch Netflix! Loads of games in the one lounge which we all enjoyed playing and the Wii was an added bonus! Huge dining table perfect for a large group. Well equipped kitchen, everything looked new and was very clean. Very good quality equipment and appliances. Overall the house was of a very high standard and felt very homely. Highly recommend La Casita which is opposite. Stunning food, wonderful staff. There is a chip shop 5 minutes walk away and a pharmacy and a cost cutter directly opposite. The beach, Carbis Bay, is a 10-15 minute walk away. Coming back up is very steep! The beach is beautiful and has cafes and toilets. The train station to St Ives is half way down the hill to the beach and only takes 5 minutes to get to St Ives. Well worth it- don’t bother driving it!! You can walk to St Ives which would take only about 40 minutes. The location is perfect for visiting the area and we had lots of days out. 2 car parking at rear which was perfect. We were very sad to leave, wonderful cottage, fantastic location. Thank you to the owners for such a wonderful stay! Hopefully we will be back next year!!

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• Narendra - Verified booking

  From the day before our holiday the Hosts George and Christine were in touch to check our arrival so they could be at the cottage to welcome us and show us around.

  A very warm welcome was followed by a tour of the place and the facilities. It was like walking in to a brand new fully equipped modern house with all the facilities that you would think of. Dogs bed, towel and other items for the dog, fruit basket with biscuits, scones, fudge, wine, bread milk ,coffee, tea ,sugar, salt, pepper and much more so you do not have to buy anything straight away on your arrival. The kitchen had brand new cutlery crockery and glasses etc. A nice barbeque with charcoal provided.A very nice bar and seating arrangement in the garden was appreciated specially when we did a barbeque Basically everything that you need was more or less thought of and provided. We were 5 and the beds and rooms were more than adequate. The bathroom and the toilet were very clean with all towels provided. The hosts made a point of welcoming a couple from our party personally next day as they arrived after us. On the whole extremely pleasant experience of going from home to home and I am sure I have forgotten a lot of things! Like the surround sound system in all the rooms! Excellent wifi etc. Truly the sort of host and property that you dream of. Can not wait to go Back. Good luck to George and Christine Hope to see you very very soon.

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• Samantha - Verified booking

  This place took some finder has we didn't know it was John Fowler's.

  If i would have known this, I wouldn't have booked this holiday because we had problems last year with John fowler's so wasn't happy at all and the pictures are nothing like. It was very small the bed was uncomfortable and hard. The sofa wasn't much better. I couldn't believe there was no wardrobe in the main bedroom so had no way to hang all my clothes. For some reason we had a really bad smell in the bathroom and took time to source out what the smell was and it was actually coming from the bathroom sink smell like sewage so had to buy some bleach. The property was under a Lord of Trees this is the problems with John fowler's you are surrounded by trees you do not get so sun at all. The only good thing i can say it was clean. You should be told which holiday park you are stopping in. The food wasn't that good apart from the chips one night I got charged £2.50 a few nights later I got some chips but this time I got charged £3.00 and I ask why and just got told I don't know. I will never go again or book with the company I used. I couldn't wait to get home. Very disappointed with all.

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• Philip - Verified booking

  The location worked well for us, 10 minute walk from the train station and down the hill to Copperhouse Pool and shops.

  Most of the facilities/equipment were fine. Like other Reviewers we'd have appreciated an additional comfy seat in the lounge. Also an occasional table for the settee area. Main concern was the dangerous toilet seats! All three were loose and slid side to side. Your Cleaner MUST have known about this so it was totally irresponsible to allow guests in to use the property with them like that, resulting in a finger injury to my right hand, and lucky you that no more serious injuries resulted, especially with an 80 year old in our party. To your credit, the seats were rectified the following day, but only after the stress of my having to contact you, through your emergency number....and an email. It is also a fact that by the time guests have occupied the properties you manage, often on a Friday, and discovered problems, your office is closed....for the weekend! It was a nice touch to find various spices & condiments in the kitchen cupboard & the makings for a cream tea. Nice.

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