“I would like to start by quantifying my one star review.”
This is not a reflection on Sykes Cottages, or the excellent service they provide. But it is a reflection on the presentation of 22, Dart Marina and how the owners care about the comfort and experience of their guests.
The apartment, like all the Dart Marina apartments, is of course excellent, as is the view from the fantastic window overlooking the marina. But that is about where the excellence ends. The overall look and feel of the apartment is very tired and old, and no attention to detail is made to provide what is described as a 'luxury' stay in the listing.
A lot of the furniture needs to be replaced, it is in no way pertaining to luxury accommodation and, quite frankly, some of it, especially in the second bedroom, looks like it was purchased in a charity shop.
The heavily stained sofa and armchairs in the living room do not give an impression of cleanliness, and it is obvious the apartment hasn't been deep cleaned for some time.
There is no provision of any of the 'little extras' that you would expect from a luxury property. No toiletries of any kind (except hand soap in the bathrooms), no kitchen roll, very limited toilet paper, no soap for the washing machine or spare bin bags, and about 5 or 6 plastic coat hangers in each wardrobe, which isn't sufficient for a week long stay. There were also a total of 2 coffee pods left for our 2 guests for the week-long holiday!
We regularly book and stay in Dart Marina properties and book various different apartments both for ourselves and family and friends. Number 22 is by far the lowest standard of accommodation, and we will not be booking it again unless the owners start to take their guests' reviews seriously, and spend a bit of time and money getting the place up to standard.
Don't let this review deter you from staying in Dart Marina, which is a wonderful complex, but unfortunately I would not recommend Number 22 to anyone if you are looking for any level of luxury at this present time.