Destiny Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

29 Customer Review(s)

“Having read very negative comments about the cleanliness of the property we are very pleased to report that everything was clean and tidy when we arrived.”

The bed was super comfy with crisp white linen and white fluffy towels. So hopefully the issues are now resolved. The cottage is nicely furnished with a lovely small garden to sit in. Excellent location with lovely walks from the doorstep. Very peaceful and comfortable.

The bed was super comfy with crisp white linen and white fluffy towels. So hopefully the issues are now resolved. The cottage is nicely furnished with a lovely small garden to sit in. Excellent location with lovely walks from the doorstep. Very peaceful and comfortable.

- Mr Gwyn, July 2021
Mr Muskett July 2021

“We liked the rustic authenticity of the cottage but it was in dire need of some TLC and an upgrade, a bit cobwebby.”

Hot water failed and we had to boil kettles for washing pots etc. Shower was OK. Was invaded by snails on a nightly basis in the porch area. Garden was barely adequate. Otherwise an enjoyable holiday

- Mr Muskett, July 2021
Mrs Hancocks June 2021

“It's a lovely little cottage , well placed but needs some attention, it was not really clean cobwebs and dog hair in corners and around chair legs in bedroom also the garden shrub is overgrown and blocks off the veiw over the green ,on a positive side the kitchen was well equipped .”

- Mrs Hancocks, June 2021
Mr Ellis May 2021

“Disappointed that the cottage had not been clean properly in the current climate.”

Found socks from a previous occupant and our dog found cod liver oil tablets on the floor. The cottage was nice but could do with a tidy up and definitely needed to be cleaned properly. Also the towels provided had some stains.

- Mr Ellis, May 2021

Thank you for taking the time to complete your feedback which we have discussed with the owner. The cleanliness issues have been addressed with the Housekeeper. Should any issues arise during your stay, please contact the Housekeeper who will do her best to rectify any issues. Owner relations
Mrs Smith May 2021

“We absolutely loved Destiny cottage, it is beautiful, cozy, well equipped & comfortable.”

We were worried after reading previous negative reviews, but had no issues at all. I even brought all my own cleaning equipment after reading less than favourable reports, but this was not needed & all cleaning products were provided. Boscastle is absolutely stunning, we visited Tintagel, Bude, Padstow & Port Isaac. We were very lucky with the weather, even though the forecast was not good. We loved the village pub, sampled the fish & chips & cafe. Totally recommend the farm shop for breakfast, lunch or cream teas. Even bought some delicious items to bring home. So sad to leave, Will be booking again for next year! One problem we did have... Sykes says the check-in is from 15.00. We did arrive afew minutes early but had a long journey & it was difficult on a bank hol weekend to time our arrival. The cottage cleaner returned whilst we were unpacking & told us we were too early. I said yes but only a little bit, to which she replied, check in is at 17.00. I showed her our booking which clearly stated 15.00, so maybe Sykes could sort that. Apart from that, I would recommend Destiny cottage & we will be returning.

- Mrs Smith, May 2021
Mr Clements October 2020

“Destiny Cottage is set in a great location a short walk to the Village.”

and Harbour. The Cottage is very tired smelt and felt damp and was not clean.It needs some reinvestment in the property we came back a day early as didn’t feel comfortable in the environment especially with COVID.

- Mr Clements, October 2020

Thank you for taking the time to contact us with your feedback. We have arranged for an inspection to be carried out at this property following your comments. Owner relations
Mrs Odonnelljappy September 2020

“Beautiful little cottage and lovely and peaceful.”

Would recommend to anyone who doesn’t mind walking up the steep hill as could be challenging for the less mobile! Will definitely book again as has a fabulous time in Boscastle.

- Mrs Odonnelljappy, September 2020
Ms Czarny August 2020

“All though the cottage was lovely.”

.I really feel that it could do with some TLC... it wasn't very clean and in these times I was shocked..no mattress protector ..and all rooms smelt quite damp and fusty.. we have been in many old cottages similar and never experience a smell.. I'm sorry for the bad review and have never moaned before but was not a nice experience and won't be returning or recommending..

- Ms Czarny, August 2020
Mr Salt August 2020

“Boscastle is a wonderful location for a quiet, relaxing holiday although Destiny Cottage is far from ideal regarding accommodation.”

We do not enjoy writing negative reviews but potential clients should be aware of a number of issues. On arrival the key is collected from a key-code box. No problem there accessing the key but when we attempted to unlock the yale lock of the front door we thought that we’d got the wrong key. After about 10 minutes of attempting to unlock the door we finally managed to get in. Once inside we encountered dog-hairs on the floor & furniture, the cleaning that takes place during change-over leaving a lot to be desired. We spent an hour cleaning, which included scrubbing the frying pan and a saucepan which still had the remnants of a previous occupier’s food on it. The general state of repair is poor, largely due to chipped paintwork on skirting boards & furniture, which gave a neglected appearance throughout. When you come to use the hot water you have to be aware that it is not just hot, but scalding, although this does not apply to the shower which worked fine. The mattress on the bed probably needs to be replaced as we could feel the springs inside it. We went and bought a mattress topper which helped to make it a little more comfortable. You also need to be extremely thin to access the far side of the bedroom as the end of the bed probably only has about a foot to squeeze around. This also coincides with the fact that the curtain pole juts out from the wall at head-height opposite the end of the bed which makes going to the bathroom during the night something of an obstacle course. However, the worst aspect about the cottage has to be the wasps. Each morning we were greeted by between 10 & 20 wasps (sometimes more) that seem to gain access during the night into the front porch. As soon as you open the front door which leads to the porch door (& is the only exit for the property) they fly into the kitchen. Luckily only I was stung & not my partner. Some mornings I spent up to an hour trying to rid the ground floor of these insects. The cottage is located less than a 5-minute walk from the centre of Boscastle. The walk back up from Boscastle is quite steep although ‘The Old Private Road’ which is a footpath accessed directly opposite the cottage is a far more gently gradient to and from the village. To sum-up Boscastle is a wonderful place for a holiday – it is a harbour village surrounded by cliff-top walks (including being less than 10 minutes from the South-West Coastal Path), woodland and river walks, and adequate places to eat. However, we would strongly advise others against booking this cottage, and are surprised that a supposedly reputable lettings Company such as Sykes has this property on their portfolio.

- Mr Salt, August 2020
Mrs Meehan August 2020

“We loved the cottage, it was comfortable and homely.”

The location and parking was brilliant. It would have been good to have had a washing line instead of the small dryer. But apart from that it was a super stay. Many thanks.

- Mrs Meehan, August 2020
Mrs Dale February 2020

“The cottage was clean and tidy, it had a lovely message from the owners in a folder with all the appliance instructions.”

There was a two pint carton of milk in the fridge and Cornish tea bags, coffee and biscuits upon our welcome. We would have left a lovely message in the guest book if we could have found a pen. Thanks for a great visit.

- Mrs Dale, February 2020
Mr Ford January 2020

“Penally hill is very steep ,ok going its comeing back arfter the pub thats hard.”

Only shops open were the Spar and the pub and a couple of craft type shops even the bakers was closed.The cottage was very cosy and but very small, the frying pans need replacing, other than that it was an enjoyable stay,came home day early due to weather.

- Mr Ford, January 2020
Mr Durrant September 2019

“The cottage was well equiped and comfortable.”

It was very easy to find from the directions supplied. We enjoyed Boscastle very much. There are some minor comments to make which did not preclude us from enjoying our holiday. There were no black plastic rubbish bags available. The Information pack indicated that these were kept in the 2nd drawer down in the kitchen, however, there was only one drawer in the kitchen! The bottom of the bath became very slippery when showering, a non-slip mat would be helpful.

- Mr Durrant, September 2019
Mr Buckley September 2019

“Re Ref- COR-127039-CF, It was very disappointing to find the cottage had not been cleaned, if at all.”

So my Fiancee took it on board to clean through. In doing so she slipped off the stairs onto the slate flagged floor! This then caused us to visit two Minor Injuries Units on the Monday! Not broken but shoulder badly bruised and still causing some pain, now! Contacted owner as requested, not interested. Highlighted other complaints to him, Mr M Scott. Nothing received from him since. Extremely disappointed and annoyed. We made the best of the rest of our holiday. But feel substantial compensation is required.

- Mr Buckley, September 2019

The owner apologises if the property was not adequately prepared for the guests' arrival. A cleaner was offered to the guest who refused the offer. The fact that the guest then fell cleaning windows can not be the responsibility of the owner. The guest was unable to provide any photographic evidence indicating any issues with cleaning at the property. Owner relations
Mrs Thomas August 2019

“We had a great stay in a brilliant cottage.”

It was perfect in every way.

- Mrs Thomas, August 2019
Mrs Woodward July 2019

“Lovely cottage.”

Perfect for our needs. Welcome pack and wood/ kindling very appreciated. Found cottage clean and tidy. Perfect base for exploring Boscastle and surrounding area.

- Mrs Woodward, July 2019
Mrs Harper June 2019

“The cottage was clean and reasonably well equipped with most things you would need.”

It was well placed to get into Boscastle, either a quick walk down the hill (not so quick on the way up) or via the bridal path opposite. The coastal path is just over the road and is it not very far to walk to Pentargon Waterfall. Good base for exploring Bodmin moor or going further round the coast. Just a few things let the place down • Washing machine rubber was green with mould and smelt awful • Nowhere to hang washing outside if you did use the machine • Wardrobe was in the bathroom so clothes would get damp. It smelt very musty • Towel rail over the toilet. Not very hygienic • The cottage information in the folder is not up to date • Texted the contact person listed and they no longer clean the cottage. They did not have an alternative number • Only two small windows upstairs so it gets very hot at night. A fan would have helped

- Mrs Harper, June 2019
Miss Sumner-cole June 2019

“Sykes were easy to use and the app is very helpful and makes everything you need accessible for your holiday.”

Destiny Cottage however was not the standard of cleanliness and hygiene that I expect from a holiday cottage, particularly when it is costing someone approx. £700 for the week. The location was great as we love the area but if they are going to charge people the amount they do, they ought to clean it and give it a lick of paint. Things like the kettle and skirting boards were chipped, scratched and stained. How much does it cost to replace an old and tatty kettle? The amount of collected dog hair clinging to the brush bit of the front door was gross. There is rustic and just plain filthy. I believe we left it cleaner than we found it. Personally, I wouldn't leave my own house that unclean even for house guests. I honestly feel like we were robbed for the amount we paid. I don't like to leave negative reviews but I feel that the owners should know about this in case they aren't aware and should address it.

- Miss Sumner-cole, June 2019
Mr Wells May 2019

“A perfect location for walking to the harbour village.”

Very relaxing stay and would stay here again.

- Mr Wells, May 2019
Mr Payne May 2019

“Beautiful cottage in a lovely village .”

. would love to return

- Mr Payne, May 2019
Mr Cunnington April 2019

“This was the seventh time we had stayed at Destiny Cottage so we must like it!”

Very handy for the coast path; there is an off-road footpath to the harbour just across the road which comes out just above the Witchcraft Museum and is a lot less steep than the hill out of the village. Cottage is very cosy with everything that you need. Boscastle is an excellent base for the north coast, though as we've been there so often we tend to stay local. Great walks up the Valency Valley to Minster Church or St Juliots. If you are feeling like a longer walk, across the fields to St Nectans, on to Tintagel then back along the coast path takes about six hours.

- Mr Cunnington, April 2019
Mrs Pearey April 2019

“Destiny Cottage is charming and quaint and we had a wonderful few days there - it is in a great location although care needs to be taken when on foot as there is very little pathway if at all along the main road.”

The cottage is well equipped and cosy. We loved the log fire and the views from the gorgeous windows. Our BUTs are that the mattress on the bed was very uncomfortable and lumpy. Both my husband and I woke up with stiff backs or necks each morning. Also, the rugs in the bedroom were decidedly ugly by anyone's standards and need to be in keeping with the cottage rather than dark nylon grey in one case and brown and white stringy looking. Lastly, the towel rail didn't work in the bathroom despite a previous guest noting it in the guest book - this wasn't serious enough to warrant calling the house keeper out but is a note for her for future guests. We were asked to leave by 10 am and made it out of the cottage 5 mins late at 10:05. The male housekeeper was very short with us and pointed out crossly that he had "three other cottages to clean". Since check-in is at 3pm, I would have thought the two housekeepers had plenty of time to clean them and didn't need to make us feel so bad about 5 mins. It was, sadly, a sour note to leave on and completely unnecessary.

- Mrs Pearey, April 2019
Miss Tuffin March 2019

“The cottage is very cute, and so quiet!”

It was a fantastic base for exploring the area, with lots of walks nearby, with the coast path and inland footpaths. We were there for a week and only used the car once. Newcastle is lovely, would recommend the Riverside for food in the villsge, and the Farm shop if you head out of the village slightly. We had a great week in a lovely base.

- Miss Tuffin, March 2019
Mr Baker December 2018

“A great little cottage in fantastic location and all the facilities on your doorstep, the fridge/freezer would have been handy if it was bigger and the tv far to small to watch , but all in all a winner !”

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- Mr Baker, December 2018
Mrs Jarvis October 2018

“The cottage is in a great location, just a few minutes walk down into Boscastle, very well equipped we had everything in the kitchen we needed and more, the fridge could be bigger, fitting food and drink in was a struggle.”

The lounge furniture is very comfy, but for us the bed was far too hard. We had a few minor issues, a bath towel was wet and both hand towels were damp, not sure why anyone would go to the trouble of folding them up and putting them on the end of the bed knowing they weren't dry. Texted the housekeeper to ask for dry towels, didn't get a reply. Later that night we went to light the log burner which was meant to be laid ready, it wasn't and there was no initial supply of kindling or logs either, so we had to make do with the oil filled radiator. Emailed the owner as per notice in the kitchen, told him about the towels and the fire, also asked how to get the heated towel rail in the bathroom to work. Didn't get a reply to the email either. Maybe change the property details, let people supply their own towels and fire wood and none of this would be an issue.

- Mrs Jarvis, October 2018
Mrs Kilby July 2018

“We enjoyed our two weeks in Destiny Cottage.”

It is a cute little place, however there are a few things that we're disappointed about. Firstly, as we'd booked for two weeks, we expected a change of bedlinen and towels midway through. A simple bundle would have sufficed. Instead we washed the towels ourselves. As this would have occurred if we had only booked a week, we were disappointed. There was no vacuum cleaner (despite the welcome pack saying there was) and the dustpan was inadequate. Consequently, with a shedding dog, we found the cottage getting dirty towards the end of our stay. Secondly, the description of the property includes DVD player. This was missing, despite the presence of DVDs on the shelf. The front door key is very stiff in the Yale lock. It is slightly twisted. Consequently we didn't use the Yale, just the mortice in the first door. We didn't know which whirligig to use. We inadvertently picked the neighbours one who made it clear we had made a mistake. There was only a small clothes airer, inadequate for a full wash. The fridge freezer is described as 'under the counter'. It's tiny! We needed to store both dog food and provisions and there wasnt enough room in the firdge which was no bigger than caravan size. There's room in the kitchen for a decent sized fridge. The proportions were mean. Checking back on the photos of the property, they gave the impression of considerably more space than there is. We consider the price for two weeks in high season to be excessive for the size and nature of the property. In addition the 'communal' grassed area isn't particularly pleasant, and whilst there's space for parking, it wasnt clarified where we should park. Finally, we would recommend that you check to ensure the description and photos are representative. This is the second Sykes cottage that we've had issues with. The general standard of care taken with the property is below what we expected for the price and description given.

- Mrs Kilby, July 2018
Mrs Harris July 2018

“We had a fab week at Destiny Cottage.”

It's cosy, well equipped and had everything we needed. Plenty of room for 2. The shower was good too - always a plus in my book after a long hot walk. The small garden was perfect and secure for our dog to 'nose around', and for us to have a BBQ. Off-road parking is a bonus too. A washing line would've been nice, but the lovely neighbour let us use hers. It's just a short walk from the centre of Boscastle, so we were able to take advantage of its amenities - a well-stocked Spar, good pub, fish and chip shop/restaurant, cafes, tea room, couple of other restaurants, as well as the National Trust shop and cafe. Also a great base for exploring this area of Cornwall, either by foot - with walks from your door, or by car.

- Mrs Harris, July 2018
Mr Middleton May 2018

“The placement of the cottage was fantastic with the outdoor area to enjoy”

- Mr Middleton, May 2018
Mrs Bryan April 2018

“The only thing that was a bit disconcerting was the lock on the inside door being stiff.”

We got the hang of it by the end of the week but it is awkward as the outside door does not open outwards to afford easy access. Other than that, the cottage was perfect. We had a lovely stay. Everything was clean and comfortable and the kitchen was so well stocked with utensils and crockery, it exceeded our expectations.

- Mrs Bryan, April 2018
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The property

A Grade II listed, terraced cottage in an attractive row of seven on the hill winding down 250 yards to Boscastle village centre with its shops/pubs/restaurants; harbour, 500 yards (leafy footpath down from opposite side of access lane).

In front, own small enclosed garden (table/chairs) looking over a larger, communal lawned area (benches), although the garden is enclosed, it is not dog proof. Inside, pretty cottage furnishings and original character and charm: lovely old flagstoned floor (rugs) downstairs, gothic-style arched windows/doors and knobbly beams/walls/floors.

From the garden, arched double doors to porch.

Open-plan living/dining/kitchen (microwave, fridge-freezer, electric cooker) with TV/DVD and fireplace (woodburner), cosy for dining or sitting (additional sofa/day bed cleverly built-in under stairs).

Up steep stairs (5'4" ceiling in places), with a glimpse of fields, a double bedroom (bed with footboard) with oak floor (rug); bathroom (suite, shower over bath) with washing machine and cupboard for clothes-hanging (no wardrobe in bedroom).

No children, except pre-crawling babies.

A sweet cottage in a handy spot for walking/exploring the coast. Boscastle: famous village (pubs) where two rivers meet the sea in a natural harbour between steep moorland hillsides.

Very lovely cliff and wooded-valley walks.

Pretty low-tide sand beach at Bossiney, 2 miles, or bigger Trebarwith Strand (surfing), 5; Tintagel, 3.

Pony-trekking locally.

Floorplans

1st FloorGround Floor

Summary

One bedroom: a double bedroom and family bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with wood burning stove.
Electric panel heaters with wood burning stove
Microwave, fridge-freezer, washing machine, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for one car
Enclosed garden
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, Sorry no smoking
Pub less than 1 mile from property
Note: This property does not accept children except babes in arms.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

About the location

BOSCASTLE

Tintagel 4 miles; Camelford 6 miles.

A perfect Cornish coastal village, the road through Boscastle runs down to the small harbour at the bottom of the hill. The quaint village shops, local restaurants and pubs offering good food, Cornish real ales and live entertainment by local musicians, make this an ever popular visitor destination. Spectacular cliff tops, rocky coves, wild surf, open fields and rich wildlife characterise this beautiful area. The coastal footpath passes through some of Britain’s most rugged and spectacular coastal scenery. The sandy beaches of Bossiney, Trebarwith Strand and Crackington Haven are all within 5 miles and the surfing beaches at Bude and Polzeath are within easy driving distance. Close at hand lie the delights of Tintagel, swathed in the legends of King Arthur, several stately homes and renowned gardens, or the wide open space of Bodmin Moor, famous for its granite tors and Daphne Du Maurier’s Jamaica Inn.

Note: This property does not accept children except babes in arms.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Having read very negative comments about the cleanliness of the property we are very pleased to report that everything was clean and tidy when we arrived.”

“We liked the rustic authenticity of the cottage but it was in dire need of some TLC and an upgrade, a bit cobwebby.”

“It's a lovely little cottage , well placed but needs some attention, it was not really clean cobwebs and dog hair in corners and around chair legs in bedroom also the garden shrub is overgrown and blocks off the veiw over the green ,on a positive side the kitchen was well equipped .”

“Disappointed that the cottage had not been clean properly in the current climate.”

“We absolutely loved Destiny cottage, it is beautiful, cozy, well equipped & comfortable.”

“Destiny Cottage is set in a great location a short walk to the Village.”

“Beautiful little cottage and lovely and peaceful.”

“All though the cottage was lovely.”

“Boscastle is a wonderful location for a quiet, relaxing holiday although Destiny Cottage is far from ideal regarding accommodation.”

“We loved the cottage, it was comfortable and homely.”

“The cottage was clean and tidy, it had a lovely message from the owners in a folder with all the appliance instructions.”

“Penally hill is very steep ,ok going its comeing back arfter the pub thats hard.”

“The cottage was well equiped and comfortable.”

“Re Ref- COR-127039-CF, It was very disappointing to find the cottage had not been cleaned, if at all.”

“We had a great stay in a brilliant cottage.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“The cottage was clean and reasonably well equipped with most things you would need.”

“Sykes were easy to use and the app is very helpful and makes everything you need accessible for your holiday.”

“A perfect location for walking to the harbour village.”

“Beautiful cottage in a lovely village .”

“This was the seventh time we had stayed at Destiny Cottage so we must like it!”

“Destiny Cottage is charming and quaint and we had a wonderful few days there - it is in a great location although care needs to be taken when on foot as there is very little pathway if at all along the main road.”

“The cottage is very cute, and so quiet!”

“A great little cottage in fantastic location and all the facilities on your doorstep, the fridge/freezer would have been handy if it was bigger and the tv far to small to watch , but all in all a winner !”

“The cottage is in a great location, just a few minutes walk down into Boscastle, very well equipped we had everything in the kitchen we needed and more, the fridge could be bigger, fitting food and drink in was a struggle.”

“We enjoyed our two weeks in Destiny Cottage.”

“We had a fab week at Destiny Cottage.”

“The placement of the cottage was fantastic with the outdoor area to enjoy”

“The only thing that was a bit disconcerting was the lock on the inside door being stiff.”

The property

Floorplans

Summary

About the location

BOSCASTLE