3 Thurlestone Rock

We had a fabulous holiday and were lucky enough to have great weather.

The location next to the sea was amazing as we could swim and paddle board straight from the steps. The Beach House was up and running and the Rock Box close by for food. The apartment itself is a little tired. The carpets perhaps need replacing and the walls need painting as around switches etc its a little grubby. A dustpan would have been useful to deal with sand. A lot of storage space is locked. The main bed is very soft. The swimming pool is super close to the apartment and although it didn't bother us, it might be noisy if you don't have children. All small points. We had a great holiday.

Absolutely loved this apartment, the view is unbelievable, so lovely to wake up to the sound of the waves below window.

The kitchen is a bit dated but everything is there that you need. The dishwasher wasn’t work until the last day ( we were notified on our journey down that the last guests had reported it not working) so that was a shame but not a massive issue. We had a pretty mixed week of weather but managed to use the pool and get to the beach ( which is literally on your door step) We’d definitely come back .

The property is in prime position.

If you love the sea and the sand this is a place for you. The actual getting there was not mentioned it is down alot of small lanes, which needs to be mentioned. The property from Outside has the wow factor but inside is tired and needs updating. Some care needs to be put into it and a good deep clean. Equipment needs too checked too as rusty toaster and knives plus glasses which aren't fit for purpose. Radiator in ensuite really needs looking at - overall the view from balcony was the main winner. It must be mentioned the smell was really strong of the outspill into the sea and it took your breath away, not in a good way.

Main door to the apartment needs fixing so it closes more easily.

You have to pull hard to close the door. Cleaning was not great. Dirty grill, dirty cotton pads on floor under cupboard. Sides and table stickie. Crumbs and food down sofa. Place is lovely and I would not like to put any one of from going there,it just needs updating and more attention when cleaning before people arrive.

We greatly enjoyed our stay in No.

3. We all felt immediately at home in the large and well-appointed apartment, which was presented in a clean and homely fashion. The view over the beach to Thurlestone rock is something we never tired of and were lucky to be there during a period of extremely high and low tides, so got to experience the full range of conditions. The entry instructions given to us were accurate and we didn't have to contact Sykes for any help. The welcome hamper from Aune Valley Farm Shop was a lovely touch. The master bedroom, with views over the sea, is very spacious, with a lovely en-suite. The other two bedrooms face inland and are smaller, but also comfortable. The lounge is huge and we spent many hours in there. We would happily return to Thurlestone Apartments for another stay and were sad to leave. It was lovely and everything we hoped it would be. Some room for improvement in a few areas. The door and window locks are sticky and some were unusable. They have been gummed up by salt spray. The main balcony door is drafty. OK in the summer, but it must be cold out of season. Guests will need to keep the main windows clear of salt spray. There is glass cleaning spray under the sink, but the windows had not been cleaned when we arrived. If the Wi-fi isn't working, as it wasn't for us on arrival, just turn it off and on again. Worked a treat thereafter and plenty of bandwidth for all of us to stream. Finally, not a criticism of No. 3, but the building owners should prevent the Housemartins from nesting in the eaves. The large pile of bird droppings at the main door is not the best first impression. For first time visitors, I would advise against taking the lane to South Milton Beach. This is crazy narrow and a test of nerve and reversing skills if faced with oncoming traffic. The road in from Galmpton and Malborough has its narrow bits, but is much easier to navigate.

Would be nice for the windows to be replaced so they can be opened / closed.

Hot Tap in main bathroom needs replacement as now difficult to switch off. Latches on door handles replacement so that doors can be closed, reduce slamming.

It was a lovely well furnished and equipped apartment with an incredible view.

Very close to the beach and some good walks. Would recommend it to anyone.

Reading some of the previous comments made i was a little hesitant about booking this apartment.

However, it was a lovely large apartment with a glorious view. Super location ( although in the directions it would have been easier to say South Milton Beach - we got a bit lost getting there!). We would live to return though !

This is our 2nd stay at this property and once again have found it to be superbly presented, comfortable with everything that you would need contained in the apartment.

Outstanding location overlooking the sea and Thurlestone Rock with great coastal walks to Hope Cove, Bigbury and Burgh Island. Would highly recommend this to anyone. Added to which the accommodation is dog friendly where our pet dog was able to enjoy plenty of walks. Superb service provided by Sykes Cottages who we booked the holiday with

Bottom piece of wood on patio remains rotten Toilet seat needs repairing in en-suite Hall lights do not work Not sure it had been hoovered when we arrived, dog hair noticeable, and had to put hoover around on first day, was actually left cleaner than when we arrived The goody pack is great and has quality products and this flat does remain a favourite with the most wonderful location and view

The apartment was impeccably clean, bright and fresh on our arrival.

It is spacious and well equipped. The view across the sea at the front and the nature reserve at the back are both interesting and impressive. The access to the fantastic and dog friendly beach at South Milton Sands is easy and made for us a wonderful holiday experience. There are lots of wonderful beaches nearby.

The property was delivered to us dirty.

There was body hair behind the bathroom door, many of the dishes were dirty as well as the cutlery. The windows were filthy, based on one reason to stay was the view, we had to wash the windows to see out of them. The door lock was temperamental between the bedroom and the balcony, this made it unusable. We had taken the time to recycle, but no bins on site and we were advised to travel miles to dispose of the rubbish. Struggled with this as we are all trying to help the environment. The sofas were uncomfortable and my wife had to sit on a dining chair for most of the week. The beds were great though and very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped and the location was very peaceful. We visited whilst a storm happened, so the waves delivered a real treat as they crashed over the rocks. The hot water was on restricted timings, but we managed this and never ran out, it does take planning. The location was amazing and we’d only wish the pool was running over Easter for the children. We considered rebooking but for the price of £1000 (thereabouts) we would have expected a better standard of cleanliness in the apartment, and comfort in the lounge.

Having been to this property before, we know the stunning views, and what to expect in terms of facilities.

We like to use the pool and was very disappointed to see it covered and closed for the season after three days of being on site (and not the end of the month). Due to the warm weather people from three other properties were also using the pool daily, so to see it closed was a big let down. The cold tap in the main bathroom does not work, and finally we have managed to contact C&C to let them know. The main issue is that the wood on the patio area is rotten and a safety risk. It could collapse and cause the large glass panel to fall onto the area below, and this could lead to catastrophic events. It needs attention urgently I hope, when we return next year, these issues have been resolved.

Excellent accommodation, great view from the balcony.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

We had an enjoyable stay but feel that the apartment needs some updating as it is a little bit tired.

There was also a lack of wine glasses and tumblers. The seals on the freezer door were badly split, causing internal icing.

First Class in all respects

We loved this apartment.

It was spacious and had fantastic views . We would rebook here .

Lovely spot, a little dated - but so are we!

Just great to be right by the sea.

The apartment was well furnished and very enjoyable stay for a weeks holiday.

Would be happy to return .

We originally booked for March 2020 and had to postpone twice due to lockdowns.

It was worth the wait when we finally got to go. The views from the apartment didn't disappoint. Good walking all around and local shops kept us going for the basics. C&CC were very helpful and prompt when I stupidly locked ourselves out of the apartment.

The apartment is in a beautiful setting with great sea and country views.

We really enjoyed our stay but there are a few things which would make the apartment so much better. 1.The front door will only close by being slammed. 2. The position of the lounge furniture makes It difficult for everyone to watch the TV at the same time. 3. The oven was dirty on arrival. 4. Only a limited selection of saucepans and the handles got very hot. All told, though, we had a great time and would definitely go back.

We stay at this property on an regular basis.

We have already booked for next September. We do notice that the sofa is getting very worn and needs some attention to the seating and the apartment is looking tired. We still love it though and thank the owner for the food hamper

Superb location.

Loved having the swimming pool which was well managed by the occupants of the apartments. The apartment was comfortable and clean and extremely well equipped. Thank you to the cleaners. I met a couple and they were delightful. One of the best holidays ever!!

Great location & apartment.

If I have one suggestion it’s the beds. Bit small in this day & age. Main room more than big enough to take a bigger bed

Great accommodation in a superb location.

The views from the balcony are magnificent. We were really pleased. Only a couple of negative points, parking spaces are allocated but our allocated space was parked in for a few days while we were away and there is nothing that can be done to prevent others from using the spaces. A dining chair was damaged when we arrived but this was immaterial to our enjoyment. The welcome pack was appreciated. This was our third stay in the same apartment complex and probably wont be our last.

The cleaning needs attention as pointed out via email.

The property itself needs some improvement, shower head is dirty The small bedroom window doesn’t open The patio doors don’t lock The headboard isn’t secured and bangs the wall with any movements The front door has to be slammed shut

Fantastic apartment with amazing views.

It’s spacious and well equipped although the Wi-fi is poor (some people might not need Wi-fi but we did for work purposes) The description is slightly misleading as it’s actually on South Milton sands, and not in the village of Thurlestone so it’s 1.2 mile walk to the nearest shop and pub (Along the coast path) this wasn’t a huge problem for us but it might be to the less mobile.

Accommodation was Fantastic.

However, I emailed Sykes on 3 occasions as was unable to speak on the phone. Wanted to make alteration and ask if 2 friends could come and spend a few days with us as there was an extra bedroom, what would additional cost be etc, etc. DID NOT GET ONE REPLY !!! Very disappointing especially as we had to tell our friends not to come as we couldn't get an answer. I know Covid 19 has been difficult, however, you had no problem emailing me on 3 occasions to let me know when balance was due.

We felt so fortunate to be able to get away this year with the current Covid situation and were impressed with the extra precautions put in place in the apartment to help manage the risks.

The views were as stunning as ever and we were fortunate to witness some beautiful sun sets. Thank you for another wonderful year in Flat 3!

The view from the apartment never fails to be stunning no matter what the weather.

The sea and the beach are stunning. The facilities in the apartment extremely comfortable - home from home but with stunning views and restorative sea air. This was our 12 year in the same property enjoyed by 3 generations of our family and we hope to be back next year. ( I tried to ring the office yesterday morning to report some damage to the swimming pool cover by the exceptional winds on Friday night but couldn't get through. I hope someone else has reported it or it has been sorted. Many thanks)

Lovely apartment with great access to beach and other walks.

We’d love to return.

We've returned to the same property for twelve years. We love it. It has become a very special place for the six of us crossing three generations and we are delighted that our sons still want to come each year and spend time with their parents and grandparents. The apartment and setting are very special to all of us and that includes the dog!

Have stayed at 3 Thurlestone Rock twice now. Excellent apartment and dog friendly which we love.

Lovely well kept property.

Wonderful location overlooking the sea. Very comfortable and welcoming property. This is the second time we have been here and look forward to coming again.

Everything we asked for and more, the views are amazing and it is so peaceful what ever the weather. We took our dog (large golden doodle) who loved the beach at low tide and found plenty of playmates. Lovely clean apartment with everything you need.

The value for money and location were excellent and the property was well presented and comfortable. One or two minor items showing wear and tear but overall a very good property.

Lovely apartment, spotlessly clean, stunning location. Loved the organic food pack on arrival!

Apartment was big enough for all 6 adults fantastic view, would have been useful to have had a vacuum and mob, the Windows was filthy I had to clean them and the balcony could do with a clean and paint.

Wonderful apartment with fantastic views, would definitely stay here again!

We stay here as often as possible. The apartment is comfortable, well equipped and the view when the tide is in is like you are on a boat. The location is perfect, so close to the beach and the dogs love it!

Wonderful weather, lots of swimming in the sea and incredible sunsets.

A perfect place to be, thank you

Wonderful week, fab weather and amazing sunsets, very comfortable with great views.

We will return.