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Reviews of The Bolt Hole

The Black House, St Merryn, Padstow, Cornwall, PL288PY, St Merryn, PL28 8PY, United Kingdom

#3 of 16 hotels in St Merryn

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 61 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    10
    comofrtable, cosy and homely with great views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Perfect secluded location with lovely views. peaceful, quiet and cosy. The bed was really comofrtable and I felt like I was home from home. Couldn't recommend the bolt hole enough!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing but need to know the shower and loo is next door. Beautifully done, great fun

    Really quiet, a real couples bolt hole. Warm, well equipped

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    8.0
    Lovely hosts and a great summer location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had to go outside to get to the bathroom! It was under a covered walkway but with a gale blowing the night we arrived it wasn’t great. It was better when the weather improved. Would score more highly if rate reduced for the winter.

    Cosy when log burner was lit. Cute design. Wonderful hosts who were so friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    10
    Short but very sweet stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only fault Is there wasn’t anywhere you can hang or dry clothes/towels/coats. Not such a problem in the summer when dry and sunny.

    Beautiful little accommodation to use as a base around Padstow and surrounding areas. Everything you need, from a comfy bed to basic cooking facilities. Cosy wood burner; to enjoy!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    9.0
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Finding it was a little difficult as we arrived at night.

    It was simply perfect. Most comfortable night away I've ever experienced. Hoping to visit again

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    10
    A beautiful cabin, stylish, comfortable and welcoming. Private with all needs catered for. Thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing everything perfect

    Loved the interior style, comfortable bed, cosy feel. Everything you need for cooking provided. Hot shower and bathroom in seperate close cabin. Fenced garden - very dog friendly. Great hosts. Lovely wood stove. Private and a great location overlooking clear countryside perfect for visiting the north coastline, watergate/bedruthan/mawgan area and also super close to padstow but far out enough for perfect peace and tranquility.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    8.0
    Loved the region
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Limited kitchen facilities

    Farm location Quiet Friendly Cattle at the door! Good bathroom Comfortable bed

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2023

    8.0
    Fantastic Setting and Cosy Accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No hanging space for clothes, Cooking facilities basic, no toaster/ microwave, small camping stove, no freezer box….. but not massive issues with lovely settings.

    Lovely rural setting, ideal location for beaches and Padstow. Hens and chickens roam freely outside property which is lovely but not a sound during night or early morning. Very quite and tranquil very clean & fantastic shower. Good Wi-Fi. Glamming at its best. Leah & Paul always available but don’t impose. Lovely touch with Wine, Milk, Tea & Coffee in accommodation.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2023

    10
    Fantastic hideaway!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I cannot think of anything

    The Bolt Hole is set within gorgeous countryside, it is so quiet and peaceful. The accommodation is simple but at the same time, everything you need. We absolutely loved it and would like to go back.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful setting and very cozy cabin. Log burner warms you up on a cold day. Fresh milk and eggs are always a winner.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2023

    10
    Outstanding
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property was stunning, it exceeded all our expectations! It was comfortable, secluded and private, looking into a field with cows! The bbq facilities were brand new! It was equips with everything you could possible need. The hosts were extremely helpful with suggestions and made us very welcomed! Would recommend to anyone looking for an escape from the busy city life!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2023

    10
    Perfect, exactly what we needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, ok maybe the weather

    Everything

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2023

    10
    Delightful weekend getaway, just what we needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hosts went above and beyond, even helping us move our car when we got stuck (we had made a wrong turn) and they were very responsive to messages without hovering. The views of the surrounding fields are stunning and the accommodation itself is so comfortable with so many thoughtful touches, we didn't want to leave and will definitely go back.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hadn't realised the lovely toilet /shower room was detached. If you get up several times a night could be a problem.

    It had small enclosed garden for our dogs. Was quaint.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2023

    10
    peaceful, comfortable, cosy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn’t anything to dislike in my opinion

    Everything you needed was in the property. Very close to padstow and a Tesco so easy enough to get the essentials. Far enough out of the way to not be phased by road traffic noise. Very much off the grid but that was exactly what we booked it for. The hosts were lovely and offered help if needed or if we had any questions

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Comfortable, warm,peace and quiet

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2023

    10
    This holiday rental is what you are looking for.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was nothing that could have been improved.

    This was, hands-down, the best booking I have made via Booking.com and the best stay I've had in the UK. It is simplicity perfected, the hosts were lovely, the location ideal, the accommodation was peaceful and beautiful. Great job guys.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2022

    10
    The perfect peaceful escape
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing I didn't like at all. Property had everything I needed for a getaway from everything.

    Everything. Perfect place for solo traveller or a couple. Ideal for me and my dog to stay whilst exploring. Everything was perfect for a getaway in the quiet.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2022

    10
    The perfect couple get away for an escape from normal life. the log burner was so lovely during the cold weather, not fa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    it was very cosy and warm in the cold and wet weather we had during our stay

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2022

    10
    Beautiful remote little hideaway with great hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very quaint, beautiful little shepherds hut. feels remote but actually close to some of North Cornwall’s best towns. we can’t wait to go back.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2022

    9.0
    Really enjoyed the stay at the Bolt home, perfect location, Very accessible to all the parts of Cornwall, Lovely walks
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    we loved everything! if I was being really picky the only thing that we could’ve done with was a heater in the bathroom to dry out towels.

    - location -views -walks - central - easy to get to different places of cornwall -being out in the country - the quirkiness of the bolt hole

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing location and very helpful hosts.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2022

    8.0
    Friendly hosts. Beautiful scenery, comfortable studio with close access to Padstow and beaches.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Small studio style with under-bed storage only, no clothes hanging facility. Well appointed except that there were no relaxer chairs, we could have used our beach chairs of course. At the end of a long day it's nice to chill out in a comfy chair!

    Rural location, 100m from the nearest country B-road, very little noise. Quiet and peaceful. Self contained and pleasant, comfortable double bed. Adjoining wet-room shower & toilet with lots of hot water, hand & bath towels. Bore-hole 'well' water that was lovely to taste with a slight effervescence. Welcome pack that included local biscuits and a bottle of wine, milk, condiments, coffee & tea and fresh free range eggs.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Bolt Hole. It was in a lovely quiet location overlooking a field of curious cows. Very close to wonderful beaches and cliff top walks. We walked for miles. We will definitely return!

    Stayed in July 2022

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