Big Cottages Reviews 593

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Review summary

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Looking at 54 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently found the booking process to be very easy, straightforward, and simple, often highlighting competitive pricing and clear information about properties. Many appreciated the website's effective filters, which helped them quickly find suitable options. However, some people were dissatisfied with the facilities of certain properties, describing them as unfit for purpose due to issues like mold, uncleanliness, faulty appliances, and even safety concerns such as incorrectly plumbed hot water taps. There were also occasional issues with the booking process, such as payment page errors or properties being listed as unavailable after booking, and a few instances of discrepancies regarding property listing accuracy.

What people talk about most

Booking process

Reviewers mention ambiguous feedback about the booking process. Many customers found the booking process to... See more

Facilities

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Website

Users describe positive interactions with the website. Many reviewers found the site very easy to use,... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I called the booking office and had many questions - but Megan, the lady that answered the phone, was an angel in disguise and answered all of them - and gave even more advice - all of that very helpf... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Web site had very good filters which enabled me to focus only on the properties that filled my criteria. The booking process was easy.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simple to book competitive prices. Cheapest price available for property wanted across all sites advertising

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All questions answered quickly. Friendly staff and very easy booking process. Thank you so much a pleasure to deal with and great customer service.

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Company details

  1. Cottage
  2. Group Accommodation

Written by the company

Big houses, large holiday homes and group accommodation. Big cottages, little prices. Big Cottages is part of the Snaptrip family which also includes Last Minute Cottages, Dog Friendly Cottages and Snaptrip.


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4.3

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

593 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy website to navigate

Very difficult to give an honest review just making a booking so all I can say is it went smoothly. Its just a website no human contact but no problems to navigate.

June 12, 2024
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Price changed mid purchase

Price changed mid purchase. Increased by £200!

June 5, 2024
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Reply from Big Cottages

Hello,

Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review.

I've emailed you now in regards to this to try and workout what has happened here. Please keep an eye out for our email.

Best wishes,
Sophie

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Big Cottages

Hi Frances,

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review!

I'm not too sure what you mean by this, so I have reached out via email for some further information - please keep an eye out for my email.

Many thanks,
Sophie

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