Cola's Tonne

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

17 Customer Review(s)

“We found the location of the cottage good.”

On the downside the extractor fan on the cooker and the light did not work. It was disappointing that the cottage was not very clean especially as we had to wait until 5pm to gain access to the cottage due to Covid 19 and the extra cleaning which is required, window sills were dirty, glasses dirty the cafeteria was broken and cutlery smeared. We also found a dirty sock under the the sink in our bathroom. We have no strong feelings about our feedback being published we will leave it up to ...

On the downside the extractor fan on the cooker and the light did not work. It was disappointing that the cottage was not very clean especially as we had to wait until 5pm to gain access to the cottage due to Covid 19 and the extra cleaning which is required, window sills were dirty, glasses dirty the cafeteria was broken and cutlery smeared. We also found a dirty sock under the the sink in our bathroom. We have no strong feelings about our feedback being published we will leave it up to yourselves.

- Mrs Halford, August 2020
“The property location is a little remote.”

Malborough village is not really within walking distance especially at night. There are no pavements on the very narrow road which leads in the direction of the village which in any case hasn't got a lot to recommend it. The property itself is comfortable and the bathrooms are well designed and attractive. The patio is a good place to chill out on a nice sunny afternoon. But there are no views. We both wished there had been some technical advice about the full capacity of the TV/audio. There appeared to be a Sky box but we never worked out how to access it . Likewise Netflix. I think the other place in Devon that we have rented a few times from Sykes ( Cabins on Tedburn St Mary golf course) is much more comfortable and better value for money. Doing business with Sykes has always been a well organised and satisfactory experience.

- Mr Robinson, August 2020
“Lovely cottage with very good amenities, in a very peaceful area close to coastal footpaths.”

A very relaxing stay and lovely patio at the rear to sit out during warm evenings.

- Mr Cort, July 2020
“Enjoyed our stay at Colas Tonne.”

The location is very peaceful and the patio at the rear is really beautiful. A revamp of the crockery wouldn’t go amiss. A few items were chipped and/or cracked. I was surprised the cottage wasn’t more thoroughly cleaned (given more time had been allowed for this) and that the games and books weren’t cleaned or removed. The coffee table had a previous guests tweezers on the bottom.

- Mr Loughlin, July 2020
“The cottage needed a good clean, especially under beds, in corners and behind books on shelf in lounge.”

The grout in shower is dirty and mouldy. The seating area on upstairs patio is full of weeds and the outside furñiture could do with a coat of paint. No oven gloves or colander supplied and no hand wash in either of the bathrooms, just empty containers.. Definitely Not 5*. Don't think the owner bothers to check his property and wonder if Sykes has checked it recently! We have to raise the question Why no visitor's book??

- Mrs Ferguson, September 2019

We would like to thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback regarding you stay at Cola's Tonne. We are so disappointed to hear that the property was not presented satisfactorily on your arrival. We work very hard with our housekeeping team to ensure that properties clean, tidy and well maintained, and we apologise that on this occasion we appear to have fallen short. Should you have contacted our local office on arrival we could have most certainly rectified all the issues that you mentioned, by sending out a member of the team, and a gardener. Once again thank you for your comments, and despite these issues, we look forward to welcoming you back to the area soon. Owner relations
“The house was perfect for us and had all the facilities we needed.”

It was very well furnished and perfectly located. We had a lovely holiday here and all felt very at home. Thank you!

- Mrs Allender, August 2019
“Comfortable accommodation with quality fittings.”

Pretty location but no views from inside the property or garden.Problem with the dishwasher promptly dealt with. Cleanliness disappointing, dust on light fittings, grubby glass tables, table mats worn and not very clean, dining chairs worn. We have stayed in many self catering accommodations and have always been provided with basics. To be asked to take our own tea towels was strange. The only item left was some oil, pepper and a tin of tomatoes. Rural Retreats who we usually book with provide an amazing welcome hamper and the cost of this accommodation was on a par with some of their properties. How much would it cost to provide some milk, hand wash etc? The instructions to work the TV were inadequate and after a couple of days we enlisted the help of the younger couple renting next door who helped us out. The TV’s in the bedroom would only play the channel selected upstairs and whilst this was stated on the screen we were not aware of it before booking. If anyone wanted to watch a different channel from upstairs they were unable to do so. Garden needed weeding. In conclusion we felt the the cottage was not worth the money.

- Mrs Hewitt, June 2019

Many thanks for your feedback. We are glad you found the property comfortable and we were able to rectify the issue with the dishwasher quickly. However, we were concerned to read that the property was not satisfactorily presented prior to your arrival. As you will appreciate, we work very hard with our owners and housekeepers to ensure high standards of cleanliness are maintained, so it is very disappointing to read these comments. Your feedback has been passed on to the housekeeper/cleaner. We are sorry you were disappointed that there was no welcome hamper on your arrival, unfortunately due to allergies and dietary requirements we do not supply hampers. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience this may have caused. We do hope that you had an enjoyable holiday in spite of the issues raised and look forward to welcoming you back to the area in the not too distant future. Owner relations
“Problem with tv prior to our arrival - we were advised on day of arrival ...”

Problem with tv prior to our arrival - we were advised on day of arrival sorted next day but failed again leaving us with no tv ( not able to watch Glastonbury or womens ladies world cup final) sky dish finally replaced did not spoil our holiday

- Mr Wynne, June 2019
“Very nice cottage in a great setting but it was supposed to be dog friendly but in reality it wasn't.”

There was no area for the dog to do its business because the patio was a very small decked area and the front drive was shared and the gate was left open by other guests even though we shut it. No other problems at all.

- Mr Brownsword, May 2019
“The cottage was lovely.”

Everything was clean & well looked after. Quiet area with lots of walks. Parking was good. The patio area upstairs is a bit snug but we didn’t use is too much because of the weather. We had a lovely week, thanks. We met the owners while they were staying next door and they were very keen to make sure we were pleased with everything and if there were any problems they would address them. They are apparently extending the patio at some point and getting a gas barbecue. While they were decorating the house next door there was scaffolding so we couldn’t get to the key cupboard when we arrived. Luckily the owners showed us the key was under the mat. Coast & Country cottages hadn't told us this, so could have been a problem when we arrived.

- Miss Barrett, April 2019
“There were a few things missing that I would expect to be in a house of this standard.”

E.g. there were no ovengloves, which is a fairly basic need for a self catering property. No nice touches at this house - no milk, tea and coffee left, which are usually there (we use at least 5 holiday cottages per year). I also think it should clearly state that the garden is just a paved terrace. Makes a difference when you have a dog! The house is really comfortable, and nicely furnished.

- Mrs Griffiths, April 2019
“A lovely place to be based for good walking and within easy reach of estuary and sea.”

We had a great time and would recommend again and again.

- Mrs Stevens, October 2018
“A well equipped and comfortable property but the external terrace and garden tom the rear were in need of maintenance and some replacement.”

One small tree managed to block all afternoon sun.

- Mr John Eatwell,
“Lovely cottage in a tranquil area,condition of property excellent.”

Only downside was condition of small garden....needed updating of furniture and a parasol would have been helpful in this current hot spell.

- Mrs Sheila Westwood,

Many thanks for your review. We were delighted to read that you loved the tranquil setting of this excellent property. Your feedback in respect of the outside areas is appreciated. We endeavour to ensure that all garden furniture is clean, tidy and ready for guest's use. Please accept our apologies for any disappointment; had you kindly advised us we could have rectified the situation during your stay. On a brighter note, we do hope you enjoyed exploring the beautiful coast and countryside, so close to Cola's Tonne. We hope to welcome you back again. Owner relations
“Beautiful location, excellently appointed property.”

Our only slight disappointment was the garden furniture and patio which both needed a thorough clean. The furniture was covered in bird mess.

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“A wonderful property.”

Comfortably and tastefully furnished.

- Mr G James,

Thank you for your lovely review of Cola's Tonne near Salcombe. We were so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your holiday in this wonderful property and do hope you will choose to stay with Coast & Country Cottages again. Owner relations
“Wonderful little cottage.”

Very homely. Lovely setting & clean. We had a small issue with spiders at the cottage & my hubby was on spider alert all holiday! But I guess we were in the countryside. The shower in the ensuite seemed to leak onto the rest of the floor which was a pain. Only thing I found very unusual was being asked to strip the beds at the end of the holiday. It IS a holiday, and having paid over a £1000 for the week I didnt expect to be asked to strip the beds to help the cleaners out?! Whatever next? Pushing the hoover round?

- Mrs Sally Dalton,

Thank you for your valuable feedback in respect of Cola’s Tonne and we do hope you had an enjoyable stay. We were sorry to hear that you had some difficulties with the shower during your stay. We have fed this back to our Property Services team, who will investigate during the next changeover. The sign encouraging customers to strip the beds in the property has also since been removed. We hope you choose to book with us again soon.
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The property

Cola’s Tonne is a gorgeous detached property in the small hamlet of Collaton, only a short drive from Salcombe.

With an upside down layout the ground floor is home to two en suite bedrooms, a double and a twin room.

Both have French doors which lead out to the front of the property, home to a small paved area with a table and chairs.

Up on the first floor is the beautiful open planning living area a large, grey modern fitted kitchen and table football.

There are traditional wooden beams and French doors leading out to the terrace, which has countryside views and a BBQ.

The living area has a high spec wood burning stove and comfy black leather sofas where you can relax after a day of exploring Devon.

The town of Salcombe not far with many spots having beautiful estuary views and many good spots to eat and drink.

Hope Cove, a tiny fishing village, is only 3 miles away, with its small beach and a pub and restaurant.

Cola’s Tonne is a great destination for keen walkers, with the south west coastal path right on your doorstep, or for beach lovers with the liked of Bigbury and Thurlestone in easy reach.

Summary

Two en suite bedrooms: 1 x Double with en suite shower room with large walk in shower, w.c., wash hand basin and heated towel rail
1 x Twin with en suite bathroom with bath, shower (over), w.c., wash hand basin and heated towel rail
Open plan living/dining and kitchen
Terrace area with table and two chairs.
Electric underfloor heating - hot water via an immersion
Fridge with freezer compartment, washing machine, tumble dryer, electric oven, four ring holgen hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave
TV with freeview, DVD player and CD player
Both bedrooms have TV with freeview/DVD player
Laptop computer available
Parking for 1-2 cars on private gravel drive - shared with property next door. Terrace area with table and chairs, charcoal BBQ
Bed linen and towels supplied
Wifi available. One well behaved dog permitted.

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

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About the location

MALBOROUGH

Salcombe 2 miles; Kingsbridge 4 miles.

The attractive village of Malborough boasts a multitude of thatched cottages, a village shop, two excellent country pubs and a thriving post office. It is located just 2 miles from the popular sailing resort of Salcombe, the southernmost town in the South Hams. Boasting a beautiful, scenic coastline, Salcombe is ideal for enjoying sailing, watersports, coastal walking or for simply soaking up the sunshine. Observe the plentiful wildlife in the area, visit several country houses and gardens close by or visit the lovely market town of Kingsbridge. Alternatively, explore the wide open spaces and rocky tors of Dartmoor, just 15 miles away. A perfect holiday location, with much to see and do.

One well behaved dog permitted.

Telephone available.

All bed linen and bath/hand towels are supplied. You will need to bring your own beach towels.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We found the location of the cottage good.”

“The property location is a little remote.”

“Lovely cottage with very good amenities, in a very peaceful area close to coastal footpaths.”

“Enjoyed our stay at Colas Tonne.”

“The cottage needed a good clean, especially under beds, in corners and behind books on shelf in lounge.”

“The house was perfect for us and had all the facilities we needed.”

“Comfortable accommodation with quality fittings.”

“Problem with tv prior to our arrival - we were advised on day of arrival ...”

“Very nice cottage in a great setting but it was supposed to be dog friendly but in reality it wasn't.”

“The cottage was lovely.”

“There were a few things missing that I would expect to be in a house of this standard.”

“A lovely place to be based for good walking and within easy reach of estuary and sea.”

“A well equipped and comfortable property but the external terrace and garden tom the rear were in need of maintenance and some replacement.”

“Lovely cottage in a tranquil area,condition of property excellent.”

“Beautiful location, excellently appointed property.”

“A wonderful property.”

“Wonderful little cottage.”

The property

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Awards & accreditations

About the location

MALBOROUGH