Idlewild, 2 Wheal Turnavore, St Agnes

The house is very lovely and has all the essentials of a decent holiday home however we were disappointed that the listing wasn’t disclosed to be as part of an estate and that the balconies overlook other houses and families also on holiday. Out the back is a large car park and sports ground where cars are screeching around until late and early morning, tip trucks turning around (outside the window). We didn’t have a relaxing holiday at all as there were constant early morning activities in the sports ground, and on our only sunny day, when we wanted to have a leisurely breakfast on the decking the owner had sent his gardener to mow the lawns- with no notice other than waking us up! I’m unsure why this couldnt have been done the following day in between changeovers, or why we weren’t advised that we would be woken early to someone in our garden. Note that during this time the dogs also couldnt go out into the garden for their morning toilet. Additionally the property states it is dog friendly, and even though plastic beds and bowls are provided, the safety of the dogs is not considered as the garden isn’t enclosed. It wouldn’t take much to secure it so dogs didn’t wander off into other house’s gardens, or into the road. A lovely house but sadly our experience was not a relaxing and enjoyable one as guests peace isn’t respected and some important details were withheld before booking or arriving. . The owner may believe that having a nice house means they don’t need to pay attention to guest experience, but we come away for relaxation and peace and quiet. If you enjoy cars, kids, lawnmowers and constant noice then you will be fine.