“This is the second holiday we have booked with Sykes Cottages. Booking is simple, communication is excellent. I would highly recommend booking with Sykes. Both holiday descriptions have been very accurate.”
“I have never been 😞 with Sykes. Cottages have always been comfortable, well equipped and in accordance with the description on the net. I will book again”
“Absolutely shocking experience with Sykes cottages.
Using since 2018 staying at the same property for most of this time. The one time we tried to make & resolve a complaint they / owner made it out it was our fault as we left the property after one night. Tried 3 hours to contact them prior to leaving. Took them 5 days to call back!! Owners contacted however stated Sykes were the agent to sort out issues. Then I received emails not to contact the owner. I even suggested I would return to the property to discuss the issues.
We will never use Sykes again after spending nearly £7000 over the years as a repeat customer.”
“Our fourth time to Cosynook. Excellent as ever. Everything you could need is there. We unfortunately left a pair of trousers in the cottage which the owner of the cottage kindly posted back to us and wouldn't take a payment for postage.”
“We stayed at this 9-bedroom, 9-bathroom home to celebrate my dad’s 75th birthday, and it was a wonderful choice for our big family gathering.
The layout of the house worked perfectly for us—each bedroom having its own bathroom was a huge bonus, especially with such a large group. There was plenty of space to spread out, relax, and enjoy time together. The adults especially enjoyed the game room in the evenings, as the kids were still a bit too young to use it. The hot tub was also a great addition and a perfect way to unwind after busy days.
We did notice that some of the plates and glasses in the cupboards hadn’t been properly cleaned, and the bin was left quite dirty from a previous stay. That said, we gave things a quick clean ourselves, and it didn’t spoil the trip at all—it’s just something to be aware of.
Overall, the house was a great base for celebrating such a special milestone with our family. We made lots of great memories and would definitely recommend it for large family events or group getaways.”
“We had a lovely week at Rosevallen.
The location is great and we can recommend the deli just down the road (walking distance). You can also walk into Polzeath either along the road which has footpaths or via the coastal path which has great views.
The property has lovely gardens although not secure if you have a dog that likes to explore / escape like ours.
There were only 2 of us so the 3 seater sofa was perfect but any more than 3 people you have to sit on wooden framed chairs / dining chairs. Think it would be more appealing if the dining table in the lounge was replaced by another sofa as there is already a large dining table and chairs in the kitchen.
There wasn't anything wrong with the property and we only used the downstairs which was very easy to live in. However, we didn't find the accommodation as welcoming as others we have stayed in. The rooms were all very bland and would benefit from some updating and TLC.”
“We had a nice week at Charlie's Cottage. The weather wasn't the best but we got a couple of lovely days and still managed to get out every day. It was great to come back to the cottage which was in a nice and quiet location. The dogs loved the garden, which is nice and secure, they thoroughly enjoyed chasing each other around the apple trees. We will definitely be booking to visit there again.”
“This was our second stay at home farm 14 of us for a family girls weekend. It was like home from home. Everything we needed was there lots of space and a central location for everyone coming from various places. Could just do with more comfortable sofas in the main lounge as slightly too low and too wide for some people to get up from.”
“Whilst we enjoyed our time at Kircudbright, the standard of the cottage in a few areas was not the best. Overall I would rate the cottage at only 3 stars. The kitchen was very lacking in cupboards and worktop space, and one of the frying pans and enamel pie dish should be thrown out. There was a corner cupboard had no base/ shelf in it and was full of cobwebs ! The cooker top was marked and mot properly clean.The downstairs bathroom was tiny and the shower wasn't really fit for purpose due to the very low ceiling and narrow shower curtain. The bath mat in situ was mouldy however the great sized bath sheets were immaculately white and thick. Similarly the bedding was very clean and fresh, again white but some of the pillows had collapsed with very little filling ! The beds were very comfortable but in the main bedroom it was difficult to get out of the bed on one side. This wS due to the low sloping ceiling and it was very close to the wall and window. Due to this we moved to the other bedroom which was much better.
In the garden the shrubs were very overgrown making it difficult to get to the lawn which looked much smaller now than on the photos. We enjoyed our time in the cottage despite it's inadequacies and there just being the 2 of us. It would be difficult for a family of 5. The upstairs toilet was quirky in a cupboard off the landing but great at night. We were toastie warm with a great initial supply of kindling & logs for the real fire. We wouldn't book this cottage again as it needs a good update and a new dining kitchen fitting.”
