Signal Post | Port Isaac | Lobber Point | Cornwall

3.8★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

24 Customer Review(s)

Patrick And Alison
June 2025

“Beautiful setting.”

...we really love it here. Has everything you need within reason Except for a couple of decent deckchairs. It is starting to look a little tired....so could do with some money being spent to reinvigorate it. That being said we love it and what a location.

...we really love it here. Has everything you need within reason Except for a couple of decent deckchairs. It is starting to look a little tired....so could do with some money being spent to reinvigorate it. That being said we love it and what a location.

- Patrick And Alison, June 2025
Carol February 2025

“Whilst we found the Signal Post in a great position we did have a few issues Outside front area paving slabs there are a few unstable, hedges could be reduced to improve the views, lack of outdoor lighting.”

The en-suite shower door does not close all shower traps need to be cleaned and cleared poor water pressure. On the cleanliness side we found a few dirty dishes in the cupboards, lots of cobwebs, and a couple of previous guests personal items. Property is looking a bit tired. On a positive note lots of space for our family of eight.

- Carol, February 2025

We're glad to hear that you appreciated the location and space at the Signal Post for your family. We're sorry to hear about the issues you encountered and we take your comments seriously. We’ll look into the concerns you mentioned and we hope to welcome you back in the future- John Bray Cornish Holidays Property Owner
Lucy October 2024

“Spacious property with plenty of downstairs rooms.”

Sadly limited view to sea as requires some hedge cutting!! TV set up needs updating (no smart tv), current TV screen very temperamental! Also just to note the back garden is fully enclosed for a dog but the front garden is not and this is where the sea views are (when you can actually see them) and the best outside seating area is.

- Lucy, October 2024

Thank you so much for your feedback. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back anytime in the future. All suggestions/comments can be viewed by the property owner so these are appreciated. - John Bray Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Ray August 2024

“Access to the parking space is very tight - should be better explained.”

A number of tiles up to and on the patio are loose and potentially dangerous. That said, the location and sea view are wonderful and the view could be made even better with some judicious hedge trimming. Inside is mostly comfortable; outside furniture could be updated. The shower door in the en-suite needs fixing as does the towel rail in the downstairs shower room. Generally ok but not a premium listing.

- Ray, August 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused by these issues. Your comments have been passed on to the team here at John Bray Cornish Holidays. We hope you still managed to enjoy your visit despite these issues and would love to welcome you back to North Cornwall in the future. - John Bray Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Christopher July 2024

“Property has a good enclosed rear garden, suitable for a dog, this should be stated in the listing.”

Beds are not good, mattresses need replacing with better quality pocket spring mattresses Bed linens are good and kitchen is well equipped. Cooker is a little old. Indoor furnishings are good and comfortable . Outdoor tables and chairs are old and in need of a deep clean. Better to replace them with more durable outdoor table & chairs. Hedge needs a trim to improve the view to the sea. Plants over hanging the drive need to be cut back to better allow cars to park. Adequate parking for 2 cars. Overall a very good house in an excellent location. We very much enjoyed our stay.

- Christopher, July 2024

Thank you so much for your feedback. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back anytime in the future. All suggestions/comments can be viewed by the property owner so these are appreciated. - John Bray Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Patrick And Alison May 2024

“Fantastic view.”

Over all pleased with accommodation but felt it was starting to look tired outside. Our main complaint was windows where very dirty inside and out. Utility room excellent Kitchen very good and well supplied Dining room loved the stone floor Lounges good Conservatory fantastic except for dirty windows Bedroom we're fine with comfortable beds and beautiful views at the front. Bathrooms clean Some paint work inside was worn and chipped Some of the carpets had stains Outside desperately needs painting and socket boards are starting to rot. We really enjoyed our holiday here and we're sad to leave. We found Jonn Brays an excellent firm.

- Patrick And Alison, May 2024

Thank you so much for your feedback. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back anytime in the future. Your comments are really helpful! - John Bray Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Brian May 2024

“The four of us absolutely loved our stay and were very happy with signal post.”

If we had to make any suggestions at all, just to make it an absolutely perfect stay we would suggest the following. The hedge that you can see outside the sunroom … if it were cut just a foot shorter it would’ve been a much lovely view of the sunsets. Also, Offering only one trash bag for stays over one week would have been convenient as would have been having an extra roll of toilet tissue. The location is perfect. The views are stunning. The convenience of getting into the village was excellent. The furniture was comfortable and it was wonderful to have such spacious rooms.

- Brian, May 2024
Julie April 2024

“Had a lovely stay in a wonderful position with fantastic views Would we come back yes Cleanliness cobwebs in the sun room round the windows No wine glasses We recycled our glass etc all bins said no glass 9.”

30 a bit too early to vacate especially when you have to take the bed linen off too But the views wow

- Julie, April 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused by these issues. Your comments have been passed on to the team here at John Bray Cornish Holidays and to the owner. We are glad that you still managed to enjoy your visit despite these issues and would love to welcome you back to North Cornwall in the future. - John Bray Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Nina April 2024

“Loved it, for the location.”

I’ve been coming to Port Isaac for years and this has got to be the 8th holiday property I’ve stayed in. Location and bonus of parking is a plus what this property lacks is the personal touches, is it too much to have soap in every bathroom and salt/pepper? Out of all the places I’ve stayed I’ve never had to do a shop for the basics in the Co-op when arriving. A 7 hour journey and you can’t even make a tea. Disappointing.

- Nina, April 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused by these issues. Every bathroom should have soap/handwash in. However, as a self catering holiday cottage, we do not provide these basics such as tea/coffee. We hope you still managed to enjoy your visit despite these issues and would love to welcome you back to North Cornwall in the future. - John Bray Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Paul October 2023

“The property was lovely and we had a great stay there.”

- Paul, October 2023

Thank you for your kind review. I hope you come back and enjoy North Cornwall again. Property Owner
Adrian September 2023

“A beautiful property in a fantastic location.”

Really enjoyed our stay.

- Adrian, September 2023

We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back in the very near future. John Bray Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Sue August 2023

“A superb property.”

Very clean and great location with sea views and easy access to Port Isaac harbour and pub. Would certainly recommend.

- Sue, August 2023

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed the property so much, especially the views and access to Port Isaac. We do hope that we get the opportunity to welcome you back to Cornwall in the future. John Bray Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Abigail July 2023

“A lovely property in a beautiful part of the country.”

But for the money paid it would have been nice to have a welcome pack on arrival even a bottle of milk in the fridge would have been appreciated. After traveling for 8+ hours in the car you don't really want to go back out to get shopping. Also the double mattress in the front bedroom is the single most uncomfortable bed any of us have ever slept in! It wants to be thrown! Nobody wanted to sleep in it. It would also have been nice to have been left with more than one toilet roll, one black bag and one dishwasher tablet again for the money paid you would expect a little more.

- Abigail, July 2023

Thank you for taking time to complete feedback from your stay at Signal Post. We are pleased you enjoyed the property and its location. As this is self-catering accommodation, a basic starter pack is left for guests and some owners do provide a welcome hamper but this is at their discretion. We are sorry this was not sufficient for your needs on this occasion but hope to welcome you back to Cornwall in the near future. Property Owner
Sarah July 2023

“A basic welcome pack would be nice as we arrived fairly late and didn’t have milk, etc.”

but lovely house and lovely holiday. Location of house is perfect.

- Sarah, July 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on your stay, we are so glad you enjoyed the property and we do hope to welcome you back to North Cornwall again soon. John Brays Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owners. Property Owner
Richard June 2023

“5 of us stayed here for a week the end of June 2023, great location and lovely views of the sea.”

Beautiful house and setting. Driveway is a little tight to get down, but I managed to reverse 2 medium sized cars and park them on the drive with a bit of help. Beds are comfy and pillows to, the bathrooms are very nice. On the photos you don't see that they have now put a brand new upstairs bathroom (not the blue one shown) and more modern. House is clean, very spacious and bright. I would say it could do with a TV in the veranda part as this is where we spent most of our time as you get the lovely views of the sea. Location is a little walk away from the centre of Port Isaac (not much to eat round there if you don't like fish mind). But lovely little village to walk around. (Chip shop is a amazing). Would come back again in a heart beat!!

- Richard, June 2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and that the property suited your needs. Thank you for your suggestion, all feedback is shared with the owner - John Bray Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Helen April 2023

“Looking at previous feedback I was a little apprehensive about staying here.”

And I was even more concerned when we arrived to check in at 4.00pm and was told by the cleaner she would be another 30-45 mins. I was not impressed especially as 4.00pm is already a late check-in. However, I was pleasantly surprised when we finally managed to check in. Firstly there was a lovely welcome pack of goodies which was unexpected and made us feel very welcome. I found the property clean and had everything we needed. Yes there were some areas that could have been cleaner, for example the gaps between the cooker and the en-suite could have been swept a little more, but I really am picking at things. The house was comfortable, spacious and had lovely views. The location was perfect and we will definitely be staying here again. My biggest grumble was the parking, it was a very narrow space and reversing in and out of it every time was an extra stress that we didn’t need on holiday. You could not fit two cars in. It would have been better if we could have access to parking at castle rock.

- Helen, April 2023

Thank you for taking the time to complete the feedback from your recent stay. We are sorry about the delay with the housekeeping; we will feed this back to the team. It is pleasing to hear your later impressions were otherwise more positive and that you found the property comfortable and spacious with a great location. The parking situation can be a bit difficult with some of our more coastal properties - the nearby council car park is an option for guests but spaces cannot be guaranteed. John Bray Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Susan March 2023

“We really loved this property - very welcoming and with a wonderful view.”

Couldn't be in a better position! However, the parking situation is a little challenging - not with the small area (this was mentioned in the details), but the lack of turning area and so it meant reversing out. Not for the faint hearted! There were some little things that we feel need to be looked at with regards to the property: The fan in the ensuite isn't working The ensuite needs a towel rail The floor in the ensuite could do with upgrading Both tin openers don't work properly and made it impossible to open a tin There was no garlic press, only a part of one Missing key for the door into the utility room from outside Baking trays would be useful Not all lamps were working - had to replace a bulb Not all outside lights work The dishwasher is missing wheels on the lower rack These are only small things, however, they do make a difference.

- Susan, March 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, we will speak to the owner of the property about your point, and I will also let maintenance know about the issues, we do hope to welcome you back to North Cornwall again soon. John Brays on behalf of the owners. Property Owner
Sandy October 2022

“The house was spacious and well located but not very cosy.”

It was a bit worn and lacked welcoming touches. We couldn't get hot water from 2 of the showers the first night and had post walk cold showers before bed. We did eventually get hot water from one but the downstairs shower didn't have hot water at any time which was not great as we were waling the SW coast path every day. There was no welcome pack of instructions and we couldn't work out the microwave the first day. Pots and pans were in a big jumble and one was dirty. The cling film and foil was very useful. My friends rent out properties for holidays and were not impressed in general and felt it was rather unloved and basic.

- Sandy, October 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review these issues will be brought up with housekeeping and maintenance, we hope this did not have a huge impact on your holiday and we hope to welcome you back soon. John Brays Cornish Holiday on behalf of the owners. Property Owner
Pamela September 2022

“The property was in a beautiful location with stunning views.”

The equipment provided was comprehensive and when we raised some issues ie a plug missing from the sink and the ironing board broken they were quickly resolved. It was a such a shame that the windows were really dirty both inside and out - to the extent that I cleaned the bedroom and rear patio doors which were really filthy. The sink and shower plug holes in the main bathroom were really slow draining and blocked with hair, despite being reported this was not fixed. We purchased some domestic plug hole unblocker to remedy the problem ourselves, which worked. Also the coat hook panel in the utility room fell off the wall, again reported but not fixed albeit there was plenty of other hanging space. Generally the property needed a deep clean as it was looking tired and very grubby around the windows and doors. The shower in the en-suite was very low pressure. However as stated earlier this was a lovely property and we really enjoyed our stay overall it was equipped with everything you could need.

- Pamela, September 2022

Thank you for taking the time to feedback on your stay! We're very sorry that you had to experience these issues during your stay. Your comments have been passed on to the team at John Bray Cornish Holidays. We hope to welcome you back to north Cornwall in the future! John Brays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Fiona August 2022

“We had to re wash the tea towels as they smelt awful.”

We had to clean the dishwasher as it was blocked by grease and debris and not washing the pots. There was quite a lot of debris on the floors and sofa’s, looked as though it had not been hoovered. Some of the furniture was very dated and worn. Beautiful views, plenty of parking space for 2 cars. Felt as though it needed some TLC and a pressure washer on the outside areas! It could be made beautiful if it was cleaned properly with updated furniture but we were disappointed considering the cost of the property.

- Fiona, August 2022

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are pleased that you enjoyed the lovely views and that the parking suited your needs but are sorry to hear that you experienced some cleanliness and maintenance issues during your stay. Your comments will be raised to our housekeeping and maintenance teams and all feedback is shared with the owner - John Bray Cornish Holidays on behalf of the owner. Property Owner
Richard December 2021

“Our fourth visit to this property with our immediate family.”

Excellent property with everything that was needed. We stayed over the Christmas period and were very pleased with the tree,decorations etc.. Hope to return in the future. Have seen one or two poorish remarks from others who have stayed at the house in the past- think they must be referring to another property as we love this property.

- Richard, December 2021

Many thanks for your feedback. It has been a challenging year and an enthusiastic, kind review is far more effective at motivating (stretched and challenged) staff than a complaint (guest or owner's) from afar! So pleased you had a lovely time. Please do come back and do feel free to feedback anything (reasonable - can't change the access in the village) that may make the place better for you. Property Owner
Rachel September 2021

“The property was generously described and cleverly photographed.”

In reality it felt a bit like a student house. The kitchen equipment and some of the furniture looked like it had come from a charity shop. Mismatched glasses and chipped crockery are not what you would expect for the price we paid. The old faded kettle stopped working and fused the electrics one morning. The sofas are all covered with the bedspreads that were on the beds for the photos, and some of the cushions are tied on with old shoe laces. One positive was the bed linen and towels which were all white and looked new. The parking is not really usable unless you have a very small car. This could be such a nice property with a big more care and attention. It would also have much better views if the hedges were cut back. They make the garden feel really small. The owners need to spend some of their considerable rental income on bringing it up to standard. I was offered priority booking for the same week next year at a much higher cost.

- Rachel, September 2021

Thank you for your feedback Property Owner
L August 2021

“Several things needed- baking trays, kitchen clock, coasters for side tables, ...”

Several things needed- baking trays, kitchen clock, coasters for side tables, some of the photos need updating, curtajns upstairs were missing curtain hooks, ensuite toilet pipes judders when flushed( poss valve )

- L, August 2021

Many thanks for your feedback. It would appear such matters aren't always picked up by this year's overstretched staff. Trays, coasters, crockery have all now been sorted (thank you) and the photos should have been updated last year but sadly that didn't happen. Property Owner
Ms. Sue Beach Dec 2018

“We did have a wonderful week thank you.”

Highlights were some wonderful food both locally at the Mote and the Port Gaverne Hotel and also further afield - the set lunch at Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant which was excellent value for money. The house was very spacious, well located and a wonderful base for all our walks and exploring. It was lovely and warm and well equipped on the whole. The staff we met at your office were also very helpful. The parking sharpened up our reversing skills!

- Ms. Sue Beach, Dec 2018

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Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size, 2 x twin
Bathroom with bath and hand-held shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen/diner
Utility and cloakroom
Living room
Sun lounge
Central heating with woodburning stove and open fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TV, DVD player, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Private parking for two small cars
Front and rear gardens with patio terrace
One pet welcome by arrangement
Sorry, no smoking

The property

Signal Post is a detached holiday house perched on the cliff at Port Isaac with magnificent views out to sea and along the coast.

With gardens to the back and front, a south-facing patio and parking for 2 cars, this self-catering property has everything you need for a perfect family gathering.

Sleeping 8 people in 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms and a separate utility room, the property welcomes pets by arrangement and provides linen and towels.Attractive slate flagstone flooring gives character and charm to the light and open plan kitchen/diner.

Two comfy sitting rooms and a substantial sun-room offer plenty of opportunity to relax and appreciate the scenery.

Enjoy the far reaching sea views and coastal air from inside or on the terrace with alfresco meals and drinks.

Bedrooms are stylish and restful offering a choice of twin or kingsize beds.Port Isaac is a quintessential Cornish fishing village and an interesting and unusual place for a holiday.

Explore the lower village with its narrow, winding streets around pretty white-washed cottages before descending the slipway onto the beach.

Watch fisherman hard at work loading empty lobster pots ready for the next trip.

Coastal paths west to Port Quinn and east via Port Gaverne offer challenging but beautiful hiking; work up an appetite for a crab sandwich from one of the cafes or pubs or a fancy dinner at one of Nathan Outlaws restaurants. Ground Floor Kitchen/Dining Room opening onto sheltered garden terrace Sitting Room x 2 with sea views Sun Lounge with sea views Utility and Cloakroom Shower Room: Walk-in shower, basin, WC First Floor Bedroom 1: King size (5') bed with en suite shower, basin, WC Bedroom 2: Twin beds Bedroom 3: King size bed (5') with sea views Bedroom 4: Twin beds with sea views, Bathroom: Bath with hand-held shower, walk-in shower, basin, WC Pets welcome by arrangement.

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Signal Post & Folly

Lovely location with separate accesses but side by side. Perfect for a larger family that wants two properties with their own space.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

PORT ISAAC

Polzeath 6.5 miles; Padstow 16 miles

Port Isaac; one of the true Cornish treasures. A beautiful fishing village nestling in a steep sided valley, the old village in the valley remains unchanged from its days of fishing, slate export and smuggling in the previous century. An abundance of small character properties complemented by larger cliff-top retreats, can be found with easy access to the numerous restaurants and shops of the village. The sandy harbour provides an abundance of rock pools as the tide retreats. There is ample parking at the top of the village and the village is a popular tourist destination with plenty of attractions including the dramatic Doyden Castle, the beautiful Lundy Bay and the famous Doc Martin's clinic. There are also plenty of pubs, restaurants, and shops in the village. Just a short drive from the beaches of Polzeath, Daymer and Rock, it is perfect for romantic and family holidays alike.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Beautiful setting.”

“Whilst we found the Signal Post in a great position we did have a few issues Outside front area paving slabs there are a few unstable, hedges could be reduced to improve the views, lack of outdoor lighting.”

“Spacious property with plenty of downstairs rooms.”

“Access to the parking space is very tight - should be better explained.”

“Property has a good enclosed rear garden, suitable for a dog, this should be stated in the listing.”

“Fantastic view.”

“The four of us absolutely loved our stay and were very happy with signal post.”

“Had a lovely stay in a wonderful position with fantastic views Would we come back yes Cleanliness cobwebs in the sun room round the windows No wine glasses We recycled our glass etc all bins said no glass 9.”

“Loved it, for the location.”

“The property was lovely and we had a great stay there.”

“A beautiful property in a fantastic location.”

“A superb property.”

“A lovely property in a beautiful part of the country.”

“A basic welcome pack would be nice as we arrived fairly late and didn’t have milk, etc.”

“5 of us stayed here for a week the end of June 2023, great location and lovely views of the sea.”

“Looking at previous feedback I was a little apprehensive about staying here.”

“We really loved this property - very welcoming and with a wonderful view.”

“The house was spacious and well located but not very cosy.”

“The property was in a beautiful location with stunning views.”

“We had to re wash the tea towels as they smelt awful.”

“Our fourth visit to this property with our immediate family.”

“The property was generously described and cleverly photographed.”

“Several things needed- baking trays, kitchen clock, coasters for side tables, ...”