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Rivercrest

Looe, Cornwall (Ref. 930027)

4.4★

Cornish Cottage Holidays rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher

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58 Customer Review(s)

  • Michelle

    “I am a ex travel agent of 18yrs & have stayed at a lot of places so this is my point of view.”

    One of the roads which we needed to get to the Rivercrest was closed due to a previous landslide, We were not made aware of this. The caretakers didn’t explain the way to get to Rivercrest very well over the phone, it took a local man to give us fab & easy directions which we found Rivercrest straight away. Just go over the bridge to the West side take a left follow the road along the harbour turn right at the fire station which is in a square take the 3rd turning into North Rd on the right ...

    One of the roads which we needed to get to the Rivercrest was closed due to a previous landslide, We were not made aware of this. The caretakers didn’t explain the way to get to Rivercrest very well over the phone, it took a local man to give us fab & easy directions which we found Rivercrest straight away. Just go over the bridge to the West side take a left follow the road along the harbour turn right at the fire station which is in a square take the 3rd turning into North Rd on the right (it is very narrow be prepared to pull over & reverse back for on coming traffic) Rivercrest is up the top on the right hand side where the road forks off to the right, the sign could be bigger on the Gate. You can unload here but no parking as double yellows. You could be lucky as we were to get a space just back down the hill on the left, otherwise parking is pay & display apart from Millpool car park which you can pre book on line, this is hard to get too at the mo as the one road is closed. Pros: Fab views, great facilities in kitchen, cosy little place.prepare for a visit from the locals(seagulls) also a cute little Robin which I named Dave :-) Cons: beds are hard, had a bad back all week, bunk beds not suitable for adults as they state that they are, we had two 60yr olds on them, one kept knocking her head, not good as recovering from a bleed on the brain?! NO HAIR DRYER! This would be a nice touch. Stains on the rug in living room. Larger Tv needed due to positioning of sofas, size of the room & how high it has been put up onto the wall. Sofas not very comfy they could do with new ones. Cushions kept sliding forward on the sofa bed. The 18 steps down to the apartment are very STEEP so beware of this if thinking of booking. Downstairs garden could do with a tidy up. Freezer needs looking at as over freezing. Damp smell in the living room/kitchen area, it is coming from the boiler cupboard. Lit candles but they didn’t help as the smell was bad. Apart from this we had a lovely week but just a few things need addressing. Cheers

    - Michelle, November 2024
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Summary

  • All-ground-floor
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x adult bunk
  • Shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with double sofa bed and doors out onto the balcony
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, Wifi, selection of books, games and DVDs
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Restricted parking bays to the front of the property, with alternative parking in public, pay and display car park approx
  • 10 mins walk away
  • Balcony and separate back terrace, both with furniture
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles
  • Beach 0.5 miles
  • Note: This property is accessed via a steep and narrow, external flight of steps and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
  • Note: Sofa bed available for flexible sleeping arrangements or two extra guests if required
  • Please note: if booking on a Saturday/Sunday changeover please make sure to check this can be accepted prior to booking

The property

Situated down a flight of steps off a quiet back street in Looe, this holiday home offers a wonderful getaway, only a short stroll from the beach.

Perfect for a small family or couples, there is something here for everyone to enjoy, from the breath-taking balcony views to the coastal scenery.

Enter right into the contemporary living area, with comfortable seating and dining area, along with a well-equipped kitchen, all designed so that the beautiful landscape follows you around the property.

Two bedrooms; a double and adult bunks provide a comfortable place to sleep, and a shower room lies close by.

The balcony is your own little escape for some quiet time, with views overseeing the river that separates East and West Looe, joined by the magnificent arched stone bridge.

From here, the large private Mediterranean-style terrace is a peaceful spot to relax, whatever time of day.

East Looe has narrow cobbled streets, twisting alleyways and plenty of tourist shops, whilst West Looe has a lovely outlook across the harbour.

With charming old villages such as Polperro so close by, there will always be somewhere to visit, making Rivercrest a memorable cottage in a must-see location.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1052757, together sleeping 16 guests.

Bridgend Cottages

Two beautiful waterside abodes resting amongst the East Looe River, the Bridgend Cottages are perfectly positioned for a scenic escape to Cornwall. Together sleeping a total of sixteen guests, the pair of properties combine to offer families and groups of friends a perfect spot from which to explore the Cornish coast. Nesden House rests over three floors, and is able to sleep a total of ten guests, while Rivercrest sits all on the ground floor and can host a total of six guest with the convenience of a sofa bed, each property boasting its own magnificent views of the river and beyond, giving you a glimpse of the Cornish wonder awaiting to be discovered. This lovely pair of holiday homes occupy what must be one of the best locations in Cornwall, with fabulous views and within walking distance of all of the amenities and attractions of the charming seaside town of Looe, there's no better choice for your fun-filled escape. Join the hive of activity in the town centre, with a good selection of shops to mosey away the hours in as well as accompanying eateries, with pubs, restaurants and cafés to take your pick from. The town benefits from a choice of beaches, East Looe offers safe swimming and is perfect for sunbathing and sand castles, while on the beach at West Looe, the rock pools change with every tide, and are a great source of amusement to children of all ages. With so much going on in and around Looe it would be easy to leave the car parked up for your entire stay but with charming old villages such as Polperro so close by, there will always be something to do. Spend a day in Fowey and explore the beauty of its estuary, with all of an aquarium, museum and St Catherine's Castle to keep you entertained, whilst the renowned attractions of The Eden Project and the Adrenalin Quarry lie within close reach too. With so many fun-filled attractions nearby, the Bridgend Cottages make the perfect choice for a memorable trip to Cornwall.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £500.

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About the location

LOOE

Polperro 5 miles.

Looe is Cornwall’s second largest fishing port and hence there is always a lively maritime bustle around the quay area of East Looe, which is connected to the quieter West Looe by a seven arched 19th century bridge over the River Looe. You can also catch the river taxi between East and West Looe. East Looe has narrow cobbled streets, twisting alleyways and plenty of tourist shops, whilst West Looe has a lovely outlook across the harbour. Looe’s viewpoint, Banjo Pier, can be reached from the quay and is a great spot to watch the returning fishing trawlers and look across the bay to Looe Island, which can be walked to occasionally at very low tides. The sandy Looe beach adjoins the pier and is very popular with families because of its safe shallow swimming and vast expanse of sand. There is also a great rock pool area at Hannafore that children will love. West Looe has a Heritage Centre that recently opened in the Old Sardine Factory with a climbing wall and a cafe and the delightful Kilminorth Woods have way marked walks through the majestic oak wood, rich in plant, insect and bird life. Apart from beach activities in this part of south east Cornwall, there are many mining remains on Bodmin Moor and in the Tamar Valley and much of the mining landscape has World Heritage status. This area of Cornwall has inspired writers, such as Daphne du Maurier and much of Bodmin Moor has inspired legends linked with King Arthur. There is much to explore in this beautiful part of Cornwall.

Note: This property is accessed via a steep and narrow, external flight of steps.

Note: Sofa bed available for 2 extra guests if required.

Please note: This property cannot accept a Saturday check in.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas