The Studio

30 Customer Reviews

• "Only small issues."

  A decent frying pan would be good and not one that had been attacked with a ball hammer. Could do with a few more kitchen items. If guests damage items, they should have their cards debited. The shower room could do with a tidy up. Conduit under towel rail, messy tiles to the left of sink. All silly little things that would take minutes to sort out at very little expense but would enhance the overall impression. We absolutely loved it and give it a full five stars. will probably stay again next year. Don't leave your dog free to roam if a staying guest has a dog of their own!

  Reviewed by Grant4.7★Sep 2024

• "It was nice to be greeted by the property owner and shown around, thank you, The studio is very compact, but had everything we needed for a cosy stay."

  We found the property easily from the directions and everywhere we wanted to visit was within 45 minutes drive. The owner explained there had been recent repairs and there was a smell of damp, but the heater soon dissipated this. Also access to wifi would have been a bonus. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

  Reviewed by Anne4.7★Sep 2024

• "Firstly i would like to thank the owners of the studio for sharing there holiday home the location was central to everthing we wanted to see especially port issac it really is a beautiful place ."

  The accommodation was so peaceful just to open the door and walk down the lane our dog loved it we definitely will visit again many thanks tracey and helen xxx

  Reviewed by Tracey5.0★Oct 2023

• "The location is fantastic and the studio had everything we needed."

  The guest book needs updating, for example, with regards to watering the plants with the watering can next to the gas bottle. There's no gas bottle or watering can. The toilet does not flush properly and we regularly had to pour a bowl of water down it to flush it properly. Down the side of the bed (next to the wall) needs a good clean and the mattress topper is too big for the bed which makes you feel like you'll fall off the bed. The bed was comfortable despite this. Lovely outside space. It was great for what we needed as we were out everyday and it's very central.

  Reviewed by Clara3.8★May 2023

• "So lovely, peaceful, quaint and totally fully equipped, would love to holiday again, perfect to visit other places."

  Thank you.

  Reviewed by Susan4.1★May 2023

• "Perfectly adequate and comfortable."

  This was my third return visit. Recent touches of replacement and updating have taken place.

  Reviewed by Lynn4.7★Nov 2022

• "Bedroom very small with a king size topper mattress on a double bed, kitchen very small kept banging head on cooker hood, large room out the back with a fridge and microwave which could be used as a bedroom with more room to move around."

  Log burner been replaced with electric fire and very small TV and table on wall not very practical to eat your food off. Although the studio looked clean the floor had never been mopped, my wife ended up mopping the floors and you could see the difference.

  Reviewed by Dennis2.8★Sep 2022

• "Overall a very nice stay, location is fantastic with only a short drive to excellent beaches, towns and attractions."

  The studio provides everything which is needed for a comfortable stay. The kitchen was good and enabled us to cook in the evenings without any problems. There is a room at the rear which provides a fridge and microwave which was useful. The only downside was a very small tv and no Wi-Fi. Both in which can go without for a few days, however if you’re working whilst away internet connection is essential. I would stay here again for the competitive price and would recommend to anyone on a budget.

  Reviewed by Christopher3.8★Jul 2022

• "On day of arrival we were very surprised how small this place was."

  On entering the property we were hit with the over powerful smell of bleach. After a good look around the property it was quite noticeable that the whole place could benefit from a deep clean. The room/cupboard the bed was in, was so small that you could only enter the room from the bottom of the bed, one side was against the wall and the other side you could just about squeeze down. The bed itself had a matress topper on that that was bigger than the actual bed and hung over the sides which gave you even less room. In the living area was a small 2 seater couch that when you sat down it was like sitting in a hole, very uncomfortable. The shower wasn't too bad the sink was small plug had no chain, wall tiles could use some mould remover, and the toilet cistern took hours to refill. The kitchen we only used for making hot drinks. Just one more thing I would like to comment about is the waste rubbish, according to the property handbook left by the owners, you are expected to take a green wheelie bin approximately 150m down a farm track and bring it back the next day. We just took a black bag down on day of departure.

  Reviewed by Paul1.6★Jul 2022

• "On arrival the keys were not in the key safe but left in the patio door (the only entrance) & unlocked."

  There was also a hoover attachment by the patio door. We left after one day, as the bed was so uncomfortable,. It was lumpy where we could feel the springs underneath. The sofa had seen better days. You sat in it rather than on it & could feel the frame. The kitchen had been updated since the photos had been taken & was very nice & the walls had been repainted. The one bedroom had been repainted in a dark blue, which made a window-less very small room, very dingy & not very inviting. The bathroom wall tiles had black mould in the grouting & could also do with updating. There was a room at the back which housed a fridge & microwave & was a complete waste of space. The kitchen would have been better in there, leaving more room for the one bedroom. The outside space is not secure from the road, so although the cottage is dog friendly, it is not outside. When we raised the bed & sofa issue with the owner & requested a bit of a refund, she said ‘no’. She said the bed had been replaced last year & offered to put a mattress protector on, which would not have helped the lumpy spring situation. When we started walking away, she said she wished she’d let her dog out, as she knew our dog was a nervous girl…very nasty. There was a strong smell of damp, so you either put up with that or the overpowering smell of a plug-in air freshener. No wi-fi & although there were DVDs, there was no actual DVD player, so a little confused. We stripped the bedding & placed in a bin bag with our towels, as required & left the cottage clean & tidy, also a requirement.

  Reviewed by Samantha2.2★Jun 2022

• "The owners of his property were very helpful, kind and understanding as during ..."

  The owners of his property were very helpful, kind and understanding as during our stay the cooker /fire broke down they did replace them and communicated with us when installers were coming in However do feel this property is not of the standard that we have stayed in before and needs some amendments to make it warm and comfortable and bring it up to a great standard This property is cold-the flue above the fire is not blocked off and cold air comes through it ,damp in places -back of the property, there is no cupboard storage for food and no where to dry wet clothing This property could be beautiful and is in a great location for visiting different places in Cornwall

  Reviewed by Andrew2.5★Feb 2022

• "This was my second stay and I will continue to highly recommend."

  I am looking forward to returning again.

  Reviewed by Lynn5.0★Jan 2022

• "Great location, compact but exactly as described."

  Owner was lovely and had made extra efforts to ensure it was warm and welcoming, Only small thing, no WiFi. I had good signals on phone and iPad but worth mentioning, I would definitely stay here again and very dog friendly!

  Reviewed by Emma4.7★Oct 2021

• "It’s literally in the middle of nowhere, so be prepared to drive a lot."

  The studio basically is a caravan and, sadly not a clean one. It’s wiped between guests but it hasn’t been deep cleaned for a very long time time. You can also hear everything next door

  Reviewed by James3.1★Aug 2021

• "Whilst furnishings were luxurious found the small bedroom somewhat clostrophobic with no room to move around the bed and some cooking items need replacing, particularly roasting tin and some saucepans."

  Also having no fridge in kitchen area was inconvenient. Otherwise well equipped

  Reviewed by Jane4.1★Aug 2021

• "Another great holiday at a great little cottage"

  Reviewed by Stephen5.0★Jul 2021

• "Sadly the Studio was disappointing, the place needs a proper deep clean and a revamp, outside too, the garden, as it was listed, is just gravel which is generally untidy and littered."

  Also there's no gate to keep your dog in, or indeed the owners dog out which barks in the evening's and stood at the Studios doorway barking at us! There was no DVD player although it was listed as having one. The layout is strange and could be so much better. The shower was good and there was always hot water. The location makes up for most of the negativity, a beautiful area with so much to see and enjoy. We would not use the Studio again, Sykes gave it three of their red ticks in the listing, it does not nearly match the other similarly listed Sykes cottages we have stayed in.

  Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry that you found some issues during your stay. The owner is aware of your comments and will ensure they are addressed. The garden is not listed as enclosed but she feels it is as pictured. Sorry if the dog caused any upset. The TV had been replaced but she forgot that it had a DVD player so she will replace this also. The property is very old and even though there are water pumps on all the showers, the pressure can be low if different water sources are being used at the same time. Thanks again for your comments and we do hope you enjoyed your stay otherwise. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Nigel1.9★Jun 2021

• "The Studio is situated in a stunning location with only short drives to various places."

  Unfortunately that's the only bit of positive feedback I have. The Studio itself wasn't very clean The layout is a little odd, there is an empty room to the back of the property. In my opinion this could be used as the bedroom/living room/dining room to provide more space The decor is dark and dated There is no gate on the property which isnt safe if your bringing a dog We were told the owners dog wasn't friendly but they left it to roam freely, kept barking most nights and nearly attacked my dog Wouldn't stay here again, there are definitely nicer properties that are actually worth the money. It's such a shame because the Studio has so much potential

  Reviewed by Tara1.9★Jun 2021

• "Although bed and sofa comfortable which is great I was met with a smell of damp, could not get the oven working, bulb in extractor not working, blind in shower room dirty could really do with a new one, kitchen cupboards not 100% clean."

  Smallest TV I’ve seen in a long time. There was a request to put the bin all the way down to the end of the drive, I’m afraid I did not so this as I’ve come away Not to have to do these type of things. It is a great location and aside from these things I did enjoy my stay and feel all these things are easily fixable to make it a really ideal stay.

  Reviewed by Paula3.8★Apr 2021

• "Absolutely LOVED our break here!"

  The location was perfect if you like getting out and about and doing oudoorsy things. We had such a beautiful, cosy time. The sunsets are especially lovely, as were the views and all the lovely birds. Only teeeeeny gripe would be it was a bit chilly with only the electric fire, which couldn't be left on while you are out, and takes a while to heat the space up (but then, most normal people aren't freediving for 2 hours in 10 degree water, so!!!). Just make sure you pack your slippers and a couple of extra cosy jumpers if you're coming here in winter. :D <3

  Reviewed by Lucy4.7★Apr 2021

• "Nice quite cottage ideal to unwind relax without too many people easily get to places"

  Reviewed by Stephen4.4★Sep 2020

• "It’s a great little base for exploring Cornwall from."

  Really well located. Close to local beaches and town. Supermarket close by etc. There seemed to be a steady stream of spiders and woodlice visiting throughout the week. I don’t think that it’s to do with the cleanliness of the place but you do need to be aware you may have a few ‘visitors’ during your stay. I was unable to use the oven or grill at all for the duration of the week because I couldn’t figure out how to turn it on and couldn’t find any instructions. It may be useful to include some in the guest handbook? I had to make do with microwave and hob meals. Other than that, I found it peaceful and cosy as a base. The bed is extremely comfortable and I slept well the whole week. I would definitely book again.

  Reviewed by Sarah4.1★Aug 2020

• "This property is very rural so you really need transport."

  Once we got to know where everything was we enjoyed our stay in this property,the owners were very helpful and made our stay a very pleasant experience so many thanks to them.

  Reviewed by Charles4.4★Sep 2019

• "This was our second stay at the studio."

  Very convenient location. Golf on the doorstep. Everyone friendly & very helpful.

  Reviewed by Megan5.0★May 2019

• "The studio is ideally situated to visit many beautiful places."

  Really nice and comfortable studio down a quiet farm track. Peaceful and relaxing. There to greet us were scones, jam and clotted cream along with tea, coffee, sugar and milk. Lovely after a long journey. Owner made sure we had everything we needed. Dog friendly, lovely little dog from next door came to say hello. Would definitey visit again and recommend.

  Reviewed by Margaret5.0★Apr 2019

• "Lots of woodlice did leave some as proof."

  As l read the reviews from prevoius people. Owners were offhand as when l met yhem l was told to keep my dog under control. It was sat in my car and thier dog jumping up . Should be details of how to use cooker. And where fridge is, you do not expect to go through a locked door to search for one. Welcome pack is just full of thing you should not do . Not welcoming. Plug extention cable has four plugs in it. But then welcome pack says you cannot have heating on overnight but maybe plugs should have seperate sockets then this would be possible. Overall very poor for a established holiday company.

  Thank you for your feedback, we have relayed this to the owner of the Studio and are in the process of improving the listing. We always use customers feedback as an opportunity to improve on the service we offer and strive for our accommodation to be the best. If you have anything more to add to your comments, don't hesitate to contact us, our contact center is open 7 days a week, 9-7pm. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Angela1.6★Mar 2019

• "A small but cosy cottage."

  Great location across a major tourist route. Good value for money

  Reviewed by Kenneth4.7★Sep 2018

• "We arrived at the studio to cobwebs and spiders everywhere, the smell inside the cottage was disgusting."

  There clearly was a drainage issue as when we flushed the toilet, put the washing machine on or did the dishes the smell was repulsive! I had to go to the local shop to get cleaning supplies and air fresheners to put my mind at ease. The whole place unfortunately needs a complete revamp and starting again! The only good thing about it was the very comfy bed and pillows. It was cosy enough but I would suggest getting rid of the carpet for a start certainly in a dog friendly cottage or a deep clean at least! I did try and say something at the time but didn’t really get much back

  Reviewed by Anna2.8★Jul 2018

• "Toilet not working owner made no effort to get it fixed in fact looking in their comments book it has been broken for months loads of pages torn out of this book so I think they tear out any bad comments."

  old TV Arial hanging down over window mind you the view out was of the solar farm not very nice The outside was just a gravel yard you did not want to sit out side and eat even though the weather was good The fridge was located in a half converted garage which was not very convenient . No storage for food in the kitchen.

  Reviewed by Roger1.6★Jun 2018

• "I used the fold up bed, and it had seen better days, and renewing the mattress would be good idea ."

  On arrival at 2.30pm the studio had not been cleaned, but they arrived about 3pm, This did not spoil the holiday though, it was a great place to stay, and would certainly go back again.

  Reviewed by Victor4.6★Sep 2016

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