Swallow Cottage

Just wonderful.

The cottage was exactly as described, peaceful, well equipped , great location and tastefully decorated. It has a stunning back garden , catching the late afternoon and evening sunshine. The location made it very easy to visit some lovely places ; Port Isaac, Rock , Padstow and the great beach at Polzeath. The garden was also secure for the dog . Everything and more than we expected and would not hesitate to go back there again .

Our second visit to Swallow Cottage in beautiful Port Isaac.

A lovely cottage, in a tranquil location just outside the village. We will be back again for sure.

We had a wonderful stay at Swallow Cottage.

The cottage was well equipped and beautifully presented we loved spending time in the sunny garden. The area and beaches surrounding the cottage were amazing and we would highly recommend staying here.

Fantastically quiet charming cottage within easy reach of Port Isaac, we felt so comfortable at the cottage we extended our stay, and would love to go back if possible.

We recently enjoyed a wonderful stay at Swallow Cottage.

It’s a lovely location just 10 minutes walk down the hill to Port Issac. The cottage is beautifully furnished and decorated to a high standard. Would definitely recommend this property to anyone looking to stay in the area . Will definitely be booking again !

Overall : Excellent with following caveats.

Took 12 hours to find the cutlery drawer. Thermostat ON / OFF switch :was unsure which switch it was. No phone signal: Not a problem but not advertised that I had to go to the top of the hill to get a signal

The cottage is in the perfect location and the garden was stunning.

On the down side we could not turn the shower down and found it very hot. I am not sure if we were the first people in for a while as the kitchen cupboards smelt . All of that said the deco was beautiful the bed comfy and we would go back as it was very charming and relaxing.

We’re just back from an incredibly relaxing stay at cosy, characterful Swallow Cottage; a peaceful, extremely well-equipped find.

Tucked down a quiet, leafy lane near Port Isaac, this charming cottage is the ideal spot to switch off and totally unwind. The only sound I heard in the pretty, secluded back garden was birdsong - and no road noise, which was blissful. Swallow Cottage is a real ‘home from home’ bolthole – it’s perfectly located for exploring this enchanting part of the world, whether you stay local or venture a little further afield. I’d definitely recommend Swallow Cottage, and friends who joined us for a night would wholeheartedly agree. The cottage is warm, inviting, and the new bathroom with the freestanding bath and shower is fabulous. Another bonus was parking for two cars, right outside the front door. The South West Coast Path is just minutes away and the views are spectacular! One day we walked along the coastal path to Port Quin, had a coffee at the Posh Potato, and then ambled back inland through the fields. It was about six miles and fairly challenging in places, but we made it! There are also easier sections of the coastal path nearby. During our trip, we visited Port Isaac several times (by foot), Port Gaverne, Rock (including Kiln Studios), and Polzeath. At Padstow, we enjoyed an unforgettable wildlife trip with Padstow Sealife Safaris (the dolphins were a highlight!) and a tasty meal at Caffè Rojano. We also ventured further afield to Fowey, St Ives, The Lost Gardens of Heligan and Lanhydrock house and gardens (National Trust). Sunset-chasing in the evening is a joy in Cornwall – we loved popping out and then returning to Swallow Cottage to relax either inside or in the garden. The bed in the main bedroom was very comfortable and there’s plenty of storage for clothes, plus a handy hairdryer. We can’t wait for our next trip!

This was our second Christmas in Port Isaac and our 8th week over a 6 year period.

We were contacted by the owner and John Bray the day of our arrival, due to the weather there was an issue with the TV. This was replaced and all in place for our arrival, the cottage was decorated festively and a hamper was left inclusive of Champagne and Truffles. A real nice touch. The cottage felt very homely, it was warm and cosy with a starter pack of logs, kindling and matches. The fire is absolutely gorgeous, so for a colder month visit it's very much welcomed. The cottage was clean, tidy and really well presented. The owners have really made use of the space, the kitchen is well equipped with everything you need. The bathroom has had a refit and is very spacious, with the shower offering a powerful flow. Comfortable beds, pillows and duvets made it a very good nights sleep. With the tranquil setting and nearby peaceful surroundings it did make getting up in the morning a chore! The garden is very well kept, I can only imagine how the summer months would feel with a glass of wine. Port Isaac harbour is a good 10-15 minute walk, it is on the back road so keep in mind it is a steep return if venturing to the pub! Personally, the privacy, tranquillity and overall feeling of being lost in your own world betters being in the centre of the village. Parking is very ample, which is a bonus for Port Isaac. We easily fitted a Ford Ranger on the front with no issues. All in all a fantastic week, a great Christmas and will definitely book again. Lastly, a shout out to Jayne (Owner) and John Bray for their communications regarding the Tv and general wellbeing of our week. We have stayed in various Port Isaac properties but this experience was just that little bit more for that special week.

In general a comfortable cottage providing adequate comfort.

However , we did find it rather chilly and the electric radiators couldn't be turned up as they are controlled remotely which was not very satisfactory . Fortunately, we could be warmer in the lounge once we lit the log fire but the bedrooms and bathroom were far too cold. Also, felt that the signs stuck on the property walls asking for dogs not to use the grass was a bit unnecessary. If the owners are not happy for dogs to use the grass why do they accept pets? Sometimes it is unavoidable to take your dog outside of the cottage premises to toilet and I have never stayed where I have been asked to keep my dog off the grass to 'preserve it" !! Also ,received 2 emails the day before arrival stating the same. I find this quite insulting. As a responsible dog owner I always clean up after my dog and make sure the cottage is left clean and tidy.

"Back again at lovely swallow cottage.

Love the new bathroom, love the garden as always and this has become a home for us. Beautiful walks, pasties and evenings sat in the garden with a glass of wine and nothing but birds - song and sunshine. Heaven! Sure we'll be back here soon as I have loved it here and this area". - Trev, Rob & Lola the dog"

The living room smelt bad.

The carpets looked grubby In the living room. Cobwebs on the walls, around windows and light fittings. The mattress sunk in the middle. It was dark and dingy in the living room. The kitchen was ok but a lot smaller than the photos suggested and the kitchen sink/drain also smelt funny. While the kitchen and bathroom looked recently refurbished the living room looked neglected and dated Only some rooms had a new ceiling so it was only half renovated. Positives were the quiet location and the back garden. The kitchen was well equipped.

Lovely well-decorated cottage in a peaceful location a short (hilly) walk from Port Isaac but some things to be aware of: Tall families will find the low ceilings painful Limited parking - very hard to squeeze 2 cars in Tiny hot water tank not even sufficient to fill a bath No clothes storage in second bedroom No dishwasher Internet not super reliable

Beautifully renovated and furnished.

Perfect location, quiet and idyllic.

Great cottage in a lovely location.

Very peaceful but not far from port Isaac, lovely views. Would definitely book this cottage again.

Swallow Cottage was the perfect holiday hideaway, situated at the top of Church Hill in Port Isaac, Cornwall.

The cottage was beautifully presented and had a real homely feel to it. We instantly felt at home there, and couldn't fault it in any way. The rear garden was lovely and had everything we needed to relax away from the stresses and strains of normal life. I assumed that the walk back up the hill from the village would be extremely arduous, but I was pleasantly surprised by just how easy it was, (although I think a couple of pints of Tribute courtesy of The Golden Lion may have assisted slightly). We really enjoyed the peace and quiet that the cottage offers, and the lovely views across the open countryside to the rear. Even though the weather was not great, the homely feel to the cottage more than made up for it, enabling us to chill out and recharge our batteries for a week before we head back to the stressful world of work. We would highly recommend the cottage and will definitely book it again in the future. Many thanks for giving us a fantastic week away from home. Mark & Laura Wallace

What a great cottage!

! The cottage was presented nicely and made our stay a very relaxed one. The beds were very comfy, the kitchen well equipped for family cooking and located in such a peaceful area. We enjoyed many evenings in after exploring the local area, my daughter loved sitting in the window seats reading her book. The children and the dog loved the garden and we found ourselves watching the cows in the field most evenings, so very peaceful. We enjoyed the lovely field walk down into Port Isaac, such breathtaking views at the top. It really was a relaxing break and the house offered everything we needed, the added touches of a welcome basket and some family board games was great. Lola, our dog, enjoyed her first holiday and i am sure we will be visiting Swallow Cottage again.

A really lovely cosy cottage.

Peaceful location overlooking fields. Well equipped kitchen and very comfortable clean beds. Convenient location to the scenic and quaint village of Port Issac which has a selection of traditional eatery’s with an option to have a drink on the harbour wall. Would recommend local trips to Polzeath beach and Daymer bay - both stunning with lots to do and great body boarding or surfing. A cliff top walk to Rock with lunch or dinner at the Mariners pub is a fabulous day out. Overall would recommend Swallow cottage for a perfect Cornish break.

We had a fabulous week at Swallow Cottage.

The cottage is so cosy and beautifully decorated, the kitchen is really well equipped with everything you need. The bedrooms are lovely and comfortable and the garden is a great size. The Internet went down while we were there, we phoned the agent and an engineer was sent out the same day who fixed it straight away, it was fantastic service on behalf of the owner/agent. Port Isaac is just a 10 minute walk away, although the hill down to Port Isaac is very steep. You can also take a scenic route through fields and the coastal path which takes a bit longer. Lots of lovely walks and areas nearby. We would definitely recommend Swallow Cottage and would love to stay there again!

We really enjoyed our time at Sky Cottage.

It was a lovely place to be. We spent there 2 weeks in July 2023. The garden was as beautiful as shown in the pictures with this really amazing tree in the middle. The 10 Minute walk to the village was really breathtaking on the way back and only for fit people. But we didn't cares because the view down the hill was really beautiful and we just took our time on the way up. We had read about the low ceilings in other reviews so were prepared for that. Still, there were some bumps, especially on the men's side, although these aren't overly large. The bathroom was charming with its old style, however the shower could use an update. We had a big, black, hairy dog with us. It was all great but unfortunately the vaccum cleaner didn't worked well, so the light grey carpet couldn't be cleaned up as good as neccessary. Sorry for that. But our dog loved the carpet :) Overall the house was very appealing, charming and homely!

Swallow Cottage is well situated in a Hamlet within sort walking distance of Port Isaac.

You are therefore able to escape the crowds during peak season ! The garden is delightful , well maintained and we managed a few evenings sitting out in the evening sun. The Cottage is well presented and decorated to give a warm homely feel. The kitchen which I believe has recently been refurbished is lovely but sadly no room for a Dishwasher :( The Bathroom which apparently is to be renovated at the end of the year is of a good size. Although the shower is old it would have looked more presentable if care had been taken by the cleaning team to remove the mold inside. Thankyou for the Welcome Basket !

We loved our stay at Swallow cottage.

Everything was as described with welcome hamper, coffee machine with some pods etc as per the listing. The bathroom is yet to be refurbished but we actually didn’t have any issues, the room is very large and spacious and the water pressure was great and water always hot! The kitchen was newly refurbished and was really well equipped with everything we needed and lots of really helpful extras such as plastic Tupperware to take lunch to the beach etc. The beach bag to borrow was a really lovely touch also! There was a little stooping under a few of the beams from my husband and I but that was expected for the little cottage and I am super tall. The garden is gorgeous and is bigger than you expect when looking at the photos. It backs onto a field with some cows who are lovely and come say hello when you are in the garden. The garden looked pretty closed off but our spaniel was always bound to find a way into the field -thankfully the cows ignored him and we got him back quickly. My one piece of feedback I gave to John Brays is to provide better directions as we got lost and ended up asking someone in a local house who pointed us in the right direction. If you get to the bollards saying maximum 6ft for cars, turn around and take the first right :) Thanks so much for a lovely stay. House was spacious, it was really peaceful and quiet and we lucked in with the weather this week so ideal! ;)

Very sweet little cottage.

Looking to book again.

Comfortable beds and cosy living room.

Tastefully decorated. The kitchen and bathroom were functional but tired… Nice Aldi Christmas hamper greeted us but in all honesty a welcome pack of teabags, coffee, milk and hot water(not switched on)would have been more appreciated after a long drive… Areas to be improved: Proper directions, signage to cottage ( had been requested by previous guests but ignored as no signs visible) Ability to moderate room temperature- bathroom set at 7c all stay so freezing. Had to request heating to be turned up from 7c in twin bedroom. Ditto Rooms got v hot but we couldn’t turn heating down… rather annoying! Boom or bust. Christmas tree/decorations for Christmas bookings - this surprised us as we often rent over Christmas and there has always been a Christmas tree…or some decoration. Later checkout than 9am.. several visitors had requested this already having read the visitors book comments… Better stocked kitchen- we didn’t even have a teapot or mixing bowl… Overall it was a very cosy cottage and we had a wonderful stay.

Tucked away deep in the beautiful Cornish countryside, Swallow cottage, provides a very quiet, cosy holiday retreat.

A sensitive, almost complete refurbishment, retains its charming, unique character of a Cornish Fishermans cottage. The North coast is rugged and beautiful, which provides walks and visits to many well-known attractions, Swallow cottage affords reasonable access to many of them. The Eden Project The lost gardens of Heligan, St Ives and Lands End for example. There is a wide selection of pubs and restaurants in the area. If eating out is your choice which was ours The Saint Kew Inn, The Maltsters Arms, Port, Gaverne, Hotel and the Pilchards Inn in Port Gaverne were all within a 15 minute drive, every one was most enjoyable with the Pilchards being really special. We would recommend Swallow cottage and the area to anyone and have already done so to friends and family.

We had a wonderful holiday fabulous weather.

We only had less than one roll of toilet paper it would be useful to have had some toilet paper left for guests. We were also promised a welcome pack (well it was in the pictures advertised) however none was left for us. Having said this it was a beautiful cottage and well equipped. Thank you we loved it and would really like to come again one day.

We had a super lovely stay at Swallow Cottage.

The minute we arrived we found the roomy cottage spotlessly clean and beautifully styled. Such a peaceful scenic location. There is such a pretty garden with views across the fields which was greatly enjoyed by our dog and us and it was so refreshing having a parking space right outside. The cottage is perfectly situated for a stroll into pretty Port Isaac and although it's one big steep hill it was a lovely quiet, safe road to walk with our children and dog. It was also so nice to arrive after a long journey to find a welcome basket of tea, coffee pods and biscuits. The much needed espresso machine was an absolute winner. The location was just perfect for exploring all the places we wanted to see again and the recommendations in the cottage book were ideal t especially as it was our first holiday with our dog. Thank you. We will definitely be back. The Campbells

Thank you for another lovely stay at swallow cottage!

Always so cosy and clean. Port Isaac is stunning and there is so much to be explored in this area. X

The cottage was lovely BUT it needs warnings on the low beams to avoid causing concussion to guests over 5ft 6in, as all beams and ceilings are painted white.

The kitchen cupboard is STILL broken (see previous comments) and the hot water tap in the bathroom STILL doesn't work (again, see previous comments). We loved the setting and the living room, but the bathroom and kitchen need attention, especially if you're charging top dollar. The repair issues are probably due to the inefficiency of Sykes Cottages, rather than the owners, as they were really useless from a customer/guest perspective too - needed follow-ups for basics. Won't use Sykes again.

‘’Cottage garden, lounge and bedrooms were lovely and parking on the front good’’ This lovely cottage is in an area up from the harbour of Port Isaac, however we hadn’t been aware that the hill as a 1/4 gradient would prove so hard each time you had to walk to get to it !

(our group is fairly fit too with adults of 50 years and young adults and a dog) - otherwise you had to move your vehicle along the extremely narrow road to the main route to drive to it (would suggest the hedgerows need cutting back to aid vision). The cottage itself, as reviewer stated in May, was beautiful in part, but let down by the kitchen and bathroom that remains as previously described. The door remains broken in the kitchen and we had to fill the bathroom sink with hot water from the bath as the sink tap didn’t work (we reported this) and I had to clean the bath on arrival before using it. We also reported the issue with the front door as couldn’t get back in one evening due to issue with the lock - so overall we feel the price bracket wasn’t justified. Suggest that the cottage would be improved with the refurb already discussed previously, but a downstairs toilet in the front porch would be an excellent idea also. However, for us if the improvements were made we would not stay in this side of the harbour again due the accessibility, but that said would like to end on a positive as all of us had a good break away.

Great little cottage - clean, cosy and quiet.

The bathroom and kitchen probably need updating but perfectly functional. Really enjoyed our stay - thank you

We loved the lounge, bedrooms & garden.

Kitchen & Bathroom are really tired & quite tatty for this price bracket. Shower was pretty grotty and shower doors needed descaling, kitchen unit door broken with sign on stating. My wife had to buy cleaning products to clean. She even had to clean the cooker shelves before putting pizza in. We are in the renting Business, and would certainly not rent out with these rooms in this condition, and certainly wouldn’t to holiday makers. A friend of the owner popped round while my wife & daughter were in, to drop a mat off. So we are sure, because of this, the owner would have known about the builders opposite, as they had already been there a few weeks. Noise was constant & we even had to keep the front blinds shut, as it felt weird having 4 men just outside your window all week! We only booked 2 days before travelling down, so we feel really angry that we were not informed of this. We had half a dozen properties we could have booked from. When you only get 1-2 weeks away, it’s really upsetting to not even be able to chill out in the lovely garden, because of the constant noise! We even left to come home on the Friday morning! Builders were fine and even apologised, and felt quite sorry for us, also stating, we should have been informed. To add to all this, our dog was constantly barking at them, & my car was covered in building dust! We haven’t covered everything, but as you can see, this really isn’t great, travelling home 300miles early to get some peace and quiet. Holidays are way too rare for most people, & certainly not cheap, so it really hits hard when you have experiences like this, when you finally get chance for your family to spend a week together. Kind Regards, C A Meakin.

Beautiful little holiday cottage in a peaceful location.

The cottage was clean and tidy. We had 3 children in the second bedroom and used the pull out bed which was great. Perfect location for a walk in to the lovely St Isaac and great location also for exploring more of Cornwall. We are back in the summer and can’t wait to head back to some of the spots we discovered and use the garden more for bbq’s.

Lovely and well equipped cottage in a beautiful part of Cornwall.

Very relaxing and much needed break. Thank you!

A beautiful, clean, cosy and welcoming cottage in the perfect location!

Easy walk in to Port Isaac to take in the beautiful scenery, local shops and produce. We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday at Swallow Cottage and will be back!

Thank you.

We enjoyed our stay. House was clean and it had the right amenities in the house.

Very welcoming and comfortable cottage in beautiful surroundings.

Lots of little touches which were really appreciated. Would highly recommend and hope to return again soon.

The perfect, picturesque, quintessential Cornish cottage.

If you are looking for a beautiful little hideaway in Port Isaac with all the character of the hit T.V show Poldark but the creature comforts of the modern age than this is it. We had a wonderful stay here enjoying the fantastic garden and many local attractions. The cottage was beautifully styled and felt warm and cosy. There was plenty of space for our family of 4 and it is set within a perfect 10 mins walk away from the delightful Port Isaac. A great find and I guarantee we will be back here again very soon!

"It was my first time I ever went to Swallow Cottage, IT WAS SO FUN!

I would recommend this".