Guests say
St Illex is a beautifully presented, spacious bungalow in a peaceful setting with stunning panoramic views. Guests consistently praise its immaculate cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable, homely atmosphere. The location offers easy access to Port Isaac, Port Gaverne, and scenic coastal walks, making it ideal for families and groups. Thoughtful touches, such as a welcome basket, are appreciated, though not guaranteed. While a few minor suggestions were made regarding lounge seating and garden furniture, the overwhelming feedback is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as exceptionally clean and well-maintained, with only one mention of a few dirty plates. Overall, guests found the cleanliness to be of a very high standard.
The location is frequently described as peaceful, idyllic, and offering fantastic views. Guests appreciate the proximity to Port Isaac, Port Gaverne, and local attractions, with only minor comments about the steepness of the walk.
Guests found the property spacious, comfortable, and cool even during a heatwave. The home-from-home feel and restful environment are repeatedly praised, with only minor suggestions for additional lounge seating.
The property is described as extremely well-equipped, especially the kitchen, with ample utensils, pantry items, and modern amenities. Minor issues included a missing tin opener and a microwave placed at an awkward height.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as a welcome basket and well-stocked pantry, though these are not guaranteed. The caretaker's helpfulness and attention to detail were also noted.
About this property
Watch the sun rise and set over the sea, stroll along the coastal path and make St Illex the place where family memories are made.. 5 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, CD Player, DVDs, Woodburner, Bi Fold Doors To Patio
Dining area: (1 Step), Bi-Fold Doors To Patio
Kitchen area: 2 x Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: (3 Steps), Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Separate Toilet..
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel for wood burner available locally. Travel cot and highchair. Large, lawned front and rear gardens with three patios, garden furniture and barbecue. Raised terrace and garden furniture at front. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps from the terrace to the garden.. Beautiful views along the Cornish coast greet visitors to this single-storey, light and spacious property. The property features a split level, open plan living and dining area, each with bi-fold doors opening out onto patio areas, affording stunning sea views, with gardens front and back. Dog friendly, this is the perfect place from which to explore this unique part of Cornwall.
The house is tastefully furnished and comfortable all year round with a wood burner and central heating. Standing on the headland above the picturesque village of Port Gaverne, the house is a few steps from the north Cornwall coastal path. The beach at Port Gaverne is a 6-7 minute walk away and a little further is Port Isaac, with its huddle of slate houses and narrow alleyways.
The state-of-the-art kitchen is great for catering and cooking the fresh local produce. There are two excellent fish shops in Port Isaac that sell their daily catch of fish and shellfish; specialities are crab and lobster.
Local lamb, beef and pork are all available at the nearby farm shop, which has wonderful views overlooking the sea.
Famous now as the setting for the TV series ’Doc Martin’, Port Isaac is a working fishing village with shops, bars and several top-quality restaurants.
This area is now renowned as a ’foodie paradise’, with several celebrity chefs located here and the area is very well served by a whole variety of dining places to fit every pocket.
Close by is a hotel and next door is a bistro, which has indoor and outdoor dining. There are two Michelin starred restaurants in Port Isaac run by Nathan Outlaw. Nearby in Padstow is Paul Ainsworth’s Michelin starred restaurant and he has a great pub too. Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant and Cookery School are in Padstow. Rick Stein also has a number of other restaurants with varying price ranges.
This is an ideal spot for those who enjoy coastal walks, bird watching, golf, fishing, surfing, sailing, kayaking, cycling or just lazing on the beach. Polzeath’s famous surf attracts all comers, and its glorious sandy beach is just a short drive away. The cliffs, caves and rock pools are a children’s paradise.
Within an easy drive are Padstow, Tintagel, Boscastle, Bude and Wadebridge.
Wadebridge hosts one end of the Camel Trail, with a 5-mile dedicated cycle ride to Padstow on the old railway track, alongside the picturesque Camel Estuary. To the north stands Tintagel’s medieval castle and the quaint fishing village of Boscastle, with Crackington Haven and Bude a little further on. Inland lies Jamaica Inn and Bodmin Moor, the setting for the ’Poldark’ stories.
A few minutes’ walk away is a water sports centre, Cornish Rock Tors, based on the beach at Port Gaverne. They offer kayaking, paddle boarding and coasteering for individuals and groups. Polzeath’s famous surf attracts all comers, and its glorious sandy beach is just a short drive away. Water sports can be enjoyed at Rock, from where a passenger ferry crosses the Camel Estuary to the town of Padstow. Daymer Bay has another glorious sandy beach, and the golf course at St Enodoc is open to the public. John Betjeman, the late Poet Laureate, is buried at St Enodoc Church, with its twisted spire.
An ideal location. Dog friendly, this is the perfect setting for families to have fun and explore this unique part of Cornwall. Shop, pub, and restaurant nearby.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Tintagel Castle
- Rock Beach
- Watergate Bay
Reviews (16)
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Julie Conway
Superb accommodation. We loved it. It’s quiet, spacious and fully equipped. Everything we needed and more. Loved the stocked pantry with essential ingredients. Cupboards full of pots, pans, crockery etc. large private enclosed garden, fantastic views. It was perfect, we didn’t want to leave. We would have liked a couple of deckchairs/loungers for the garden….. such a small criticism and definitely didn’t spoil our stay
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Confirmed Guest
A beautiful property which was comfortable and very tastefully decorated. We had 7 in our party and there was plenty of room for us all. Fantastic views and quiet. Perfect resting spot for our family holiday at the end of a long day. We had everything we needed and noticed the kitchen in particular was very well stocked with herbs, spices and equipment to cook with. The welcome basket was a lovely touch. A short walk to port gaverne of around 10 mins and a bit further into port issac, around 20 minutes. It was a rather steep walk but well worth it for some lovely places to eat and drink and beautiful views. A fantastic spot, we would definitely return given the opportunity.
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Colin Johnson
The best property we have ever stayed in. Beautiful place. It was immaculate throughout. Kitchen had all the amenities we could think of. Property remained cool despite the heatwave which was a massive bonus.