We chose this cottage on the basis of the description of the cottage, location, attractive photographs and glowing reviews. The cottage looks good on the outside but inside it was very tired and shabby. With many surfaces dusty, we felt that the cottage had not been cleaned to an acceptable standard. The lack of maintenance is apparent eg. lifting laminate flooring, rusty storage heaters, broken handle on the log burner, front door lock and handle need attention, rotten wood and loose pavers in the steps and path to the decking. These issues have clearly been around for some time. This is so different to the impression that one gets from the positive reviews. Storage radiators are not an ideal heating arrangement in that they provide warmth in the morning but not in the evening when you might appreciate it most. Some of the storage radiators had not been switched on so the cottage was cold and unwelcoming when we arrived. There is a wood burner but there were no matches provided. There was only enough kindling and logs for one fire which lasted almost an hour. Thankfully we had glorious weather so we stayed out all day.On a positive note, the riverside walk is really nice and can be viewed from the kitchen and the garden. The chip shop is good and the mini Morrisons is handy with very pleasant staff as was the young lady serving in the Stag, even though there wasn't any food and it is very run down. The beaches are OK and the car park is free.