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A lovely week in Hawke cottage as a family of 4 (children aged 12 and 10 years). The cottage is very nicely presented, cosy and modern. The kitchen is well equipped. Beds are comfy; bed in main bedroom is a double so on the smaller side, but this is in keeping with the cottage sized rooms. The garden is a great suntrap with lovely views. Great to use the pool and golf facilities at the hotel - the kids had a great time. Only negative is the WiFi was very slow - but this didn’t bother us too much. 5-10 minute drive to Dartmouth and local amenities, 10-15 mins to the beach. Would defi...more
Beautiful property with fantastic views - better than the photos. Loved the decor especially the pictures. Furniture was excellent especially sofa in lounge. Everything was very clean except that one pillowcase in the small double room was clearly dirty - it had a yellow mark and hairs on it. Also one of the blue towels had strange orange streaks on it. These did not detract in any way from the holiday but thought it was worth mentioning so that all bedding/towels are checked carefully. Really lovely house - missing the views!
An excellent place to stay with an extended family group. Warm and cosy although spacious.The cottage has such a sociable living space with lovely views of the garden, and separate lounge worked well for the children to have tv and games. We loved the art work and thoughtful design touches throughout the house and garden.
I didn't realise how much we would enjoy watching the river view while staying at the flat. Not only that but the flat was well appointed and conveniently situated with clear instructions on how to use the appliances. As we preferred to use the front door to enter and exit the flat a second set of keys would have been handy.
The house was as we expected it to be and in line with its description. The village and the region along the Dart River are quiet. The slight negative is access to the shower/toilet is mid-stairs and rather awkward but it is okay for most visitors. People with some physical disability should check first with the agent. The bedroom has a lovely view of the Dart River - nearly panoramic. The two local pubs are tranquil places ... food is okay. The ferry across to Dartmouth is fun and Dartmouth is a lovely town. Nice stay for a few days, pity the weather was poor but then it was all across E...more
Beautifully appointed apartment with a superb location and view. Cannot fault the property, clean, spacious and in such a fantastic location. The parking space is a massive bonus, it is long but a very wide car would be at a disadvantage. After a 6 hour journey and a 4pm arrival time a small welcome pack would have made it even more perfect. Would definitely go back to Seascape.
Comfortable house with great views of the river, you just have to be prepared for the steps to get into town.
We've stayed at No 16 about half a dozen times, always very happy there. Clean and comfortable and great views of Kingwear.
We had a fantastic stay at the Old Orchard. The property is well positioned in Dartmouth, despite the steep hill it is doable and saves the hassle of Dartmouth parking. There are lots of steps to the property we'd suggest making that clear, we have family members that would have struggled but weren't with us on this trip. The property is in a good condition and well cared for. Facilities were great and everything was well thought through for guests e.g. dishwasher tablets. Everywhere was clean and tidy. The only problem we had was the main bathroom push sink plug didn't work (has obviously st...more
As always fabulous stay, home from home. Outstanding views and comfortable accommodation. Parking is a big bonus here.
Nice and bright apartment. Going up and down stairs was a bit of a chore if you forgot anything. No mirror over sink in bathroom made shaving difficult. But overall all a very good apartment. Shower room was excellent. Also car park pass was good.
A really nice property, ideally located for people who enjoy walking. Very well kitted out, and also very clean and airy.
Great house in imaculate condition. Lots of steps up to the house and two stair case within the property but no stair gates so bought our own from Argos. But apart from that we had a lovely time and would defo recommend to anyone looking for an easy property for walking straight into town.
Beautiful cottage with stunning views of the Dart. Sadly the local Pub is now run by the Community so is only open Tue. Fri. & Sat. nights between 6-10 and does not serve food. Also the Patio with amazing views isn't open so we were very disappointed. The only cafe in the village is for sale and not open. Lack of parking is a nuisance. We would love to go again but only if the Pub & Cafe are open.
The house was very comfortable and a fantastic location. A couple of negatives however. The main one being that I parked my car (front in first) with the bonnet under the entry, some kind of liquid had dripped onto the bonnet which removed the surface of the paint. The other point (minor but unnecessary) the BBQ had not been cleaned.
On arrival, three things caused us immediate concern. Weed strewn paved area, outside furniture in poor condition and a rocker chair with stool beside the door, in a filthy condition. Later discovered shower cabinet was mouldy and dirty. After a phone call, weeds and shower were dealt with by housekeeping. The whole property feels tired and in need of significant refresh. For example shower room floor is in a very poor state. However the rest of the property was clean and all the kitchen equipment appeared to be brand new. Overall we enjoyed our holiday in a great location but feel disappoi...more
A well-equipped, clean and comfortable cottage. The parking was easy and all instructions in the guidelines were clear. As a dog owner, I was a little disappointed that dogs had to stay on the ground floor, as the sitting room, television etc are on the first floor. This was my only quibble. I recommend leaving the car and travelling by ferry whenever possible. Stress free, beautiful views and you get a real sense of the wonderful landscape. Take time to step out on a clear night, the stars are amazing! Would definitely recommend.
We love this cottage. We are always staying there and we are hoping to stay there again next year. Big THANK YOU
What we liked: The view Comfortable beds The bottle of bubbly, and toilet rolls etc. left for us What was not so good: - The bed in the smallest room had not been made up and there was no bedding available to enable me to make it. I tried to call the Housekeeping Team using the number in the handbook but it said the number was unavailable. I eventually managed to speak to Julie at Dart Valley Cottages and although Julie did manage to sort out the issue in the end, I did feel as though I was the inconvenience which was a little disappointing! We were given sheets later that day and I mad...more
Superb property in fantastic position. It would be perfect if there was a toilet on the lower ground floor
Visited Dittisham on lots of occasions and have stayed in numerous properties through Dart Valley Cottages, all of which have been great. Unfortunately Damson Cottage was not of the same standard. Whilst the property was functional, well equipped and in a great location it would benefit from some general maintenance and redecoration.
Booked late but we were met by Helen who made us feel very welcome. We were invited to walk around her lovely garden which we made use of. Quiet peaceful spot and everything was there to make our stay comfortable.
Perfect four bedroomed cottage for four mates on a golf trip couple of smashing pubs in walking distance or another just a couple of miles away lovely friendly people
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The views from the house are stunning. The house was very clean and provides all of the amenities that we required. Would highly recommend the house for a sea front stay.
We were three friends sharing the cottage which made it very affordable. We loved the cottage! It was homely, stylish & very clean. It was in a perfect position, right behind the shops and overlooking a beautiful church. We were also pleasantly surprised that we had a parking permit waiting for us in the kitchen which was appreciated. There were a couple of minor points that we think need addressing though, being the TV that we couldn’t get to work, the pillows were all too flat for our liking & the mattresses weren’t very comfortable, the bottle tray in the fridge door is broken & fell of...more
Enjoyed our time at the cottage there is a nice pub just up the lane excellent food friendly staff Can't fault anything
We stayed here last year and we’re very happy so decided to book again for this year. We were disappointed from the onset when we arrived at 3 to find our villa not cleaned. We had got check in time wrong but we didn’t leave property until 3.25 after phoning dart valley and cleaners still weren’t there!!! How they thought they could efficiently and thoroughly clean a 3 story properly in half hour I don’t know! We had booked our food delivery for 4-5 and so we came back for 4pm when the food order came but cleaners STILL not finished. We were emptying food onto wet floors around cleaners…..ha...more
A lovely house in a great location, very comfortable beds and sofas, nice finishing touches with cushions and throws. The house has everything you need and the kitchen is really well equipped. We enjoyed the outside seating too. Carpets could just do with a refresh (although must be difficult with constant guests). Would definitely stay again. Thank you.
We loved 15, Churchfields! It’s everything we hoped for and more. The house was lovely - modern kitchen, comfortable beds, great shower room and amazing views from both the lounge and the balcony. Dart Valley Cottages kept in touch at every stage.
Perfect location. Parking is an issue (but this is made clear beforehand) and we always found somewhere as long as you don't mind walking a few minutes. We noticed the same things as the previous reviewer - there was only one wine glass, and we really needed a clothes airer for our towels. In fact there is one but we only found it just as we were leaving - it's under the bed!! It would also be sensible to have a door mat to avoid wet or muddy boots on the carpet and a mirror in the bedroom would be good. But overall we were very pleased and would stay there again if we were in Dartmouth.
Perfect place to stay in tranquil village setting - a real bolt hole away from the business of everyday life. Great walks directly from the village and good to be able to get the foot ferry to Dartmouth. Shippon End was a good place to stay and was clean and comfortable.
I just read a review of Bayards Apartment from July last year. I wish I’d read it before I booked. Nothing has changed in ten months. My heart sank on arrival, tatty front door which needs painting, a big weed and rubbish at front step, broken cover on key safe, front door left on the latch. I stepped inside to see a communal hall and stairway which clearly hadn’t been vacuumed. There were also two “gull proof” rubbish bags, the one for our apartment contained smelly unbagged rubbish. Surely these should be outside? Upstairs on the first floor is Bayards Apartment, inside it looked ok, h...more
Lovely comfortable cottage with outdoor space. We really enjoyed our week stay. The cottage has everything you need. Very good overall thank you
This property was incredible! We loved the view over the beautiful estuary, which could be enjoyed from out outdoor seating or the communal bench. The property was spacious and well equipped, finished to a high standard. There's lots to explore in the local area.
This is not our first stay in dittisham but our first time in orchard cottage the first thing we enjoyed was the parking space right outside our door parking is premium in dittisham orchard cottage was spotless we had everything that we needed for our stay it’s cold for table warm and you feel at home ,there’s a large tv for entertainment ,there are 2 showers ,which work well outside there is a field to walk the dog there is a church the bell ringing on Sunday was outstanding there’s a inn within a 5 minute walk a shop Walking around the village was very enjoyable we walked along the river...more
Generally well equipped kitchen although some of the saucepans are a little tired, We had difficulty finding the users manual for the hob as various manuals put in different places instead of just in one box file. The house was very comfortable and the heating kept us very cosy during our stay in late October. The setting is lovely despite the very narrow roads within the village. One warning, we have an ordinary estate car but the turn to get to the parking space at the rear is very tight.
Lovely location but to far from places to visit especially having only one way in and out down narrow lane got very tedious, floor very noisy to walk on when others were still in bed.
Spectacular views are to be found high up above the town looking over to Kingswear and along the Dart estuary. This property is for fit mobile guests as 40 steps lead up to the property. A further 76 steps are required to reach the lower town and also to be negotiated on the return. Also no hand rails on any of the stairs in the property. We were disappointed not to have a patio umbrella especially as we were fortunate to have hot weather and would like to have sat out relaxing. A kind neighbour took pity on us and actually lent us one. Whilst very pleased to have parking, a luxury in Dartmout...more
What a wonderful little cottage we have stayed here before and would stay again everything we needed ans so close to Dartmouth no garden but not needed with so many places to sit out well kitted out kitchen to cook yourself and dishwasher was a godsend
Shippon Cottage is in a quaint, quiet village within walking distance of the river Dart. It was clean and warm, with an enormous and incredibly comfortable bed in the main bedroom, which also contained loads of cupboard space. If you want to use the TV (you won’t ) be aware there are no terrestrial channels and you need your own account to access Netflix/Prime etc. Amazing views out over the village, countryside and the river. Particularly from the outside seating area and from some of the benches and tables around the grounds. Perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine. We found the in...more
We really enjoyed our brief stay at Dartview. The accommodation is fantastically located so close to the river and really easy to access all the local eating establishments and shops. The accommodation is well equipped (apart from not having a teapot!) And is very cosy and perfect for a long weekend. We hope to come back again.
The location of the property was perfect. The apartment was decorated in a contemporary style with original artwork which was very attractive. There were however a few maintenance issues which have been forwarded on.
We have been coming to Dittisham for many years and to Thornwell Cottage for several years now. We love the charm of this cottage and its wonderful garden, which offers different views in every season. The cottage is perfect for 2 people and charmingly furnished. Nothing is really missing. However, we have noticed a constant wear and tear over the years and a few investments in the furnishings would do the cottage a lot of good. But we will definitely come back and are already looking forward to it.
We stayed for 10 nights in this very pleasant accommodation. Well equipped throughout, nice table and chairs at the front overlooking the river. Bit of a climb up a slope and steps to get to the front door but nothing too onerous. The courtyard garden gets the evening sun but is a bit tired looking. The top floor has spectacular views over the river to Kingswear via Velux windows. The Floating Bridge Inn is good for food as is the Packet Boat Inn in Kingswear Would recommend a stay here
Holly cottage is in the most beautiful location. The cottage is a little tired and even in the sunny days was cold in the evening we took wood and kindling, this made a real difference. Garden furniture at the rear of cottage in poor condition. Despite this its location made up for it… we had a fabulous 5 days.
OK house about 10 mins from the centre. Small parking space, you can park a large car but it is an effort. The main bathroom is very very smelly - so much so that most of our family could not use it - damp and toilet smells. Kitchen needs more utensils. The kitchen was also bare of the usual essentials like salt, pepper, oil and vinegar. Only 2 toilet rolls provided, so bring your own!
A fantastic week away. The cottage has great views across the hills to the River Dart. Cottage was well equiped with everything we needed. Clean and comfortable. Handily located fr tge Red Lion Pub and shop and great local facility staffed by friendly volunteers. Lack of dedicated parking wasnt a problem as we always managed to find a space on Riverside road. The pre-arrival information was some of the best and most comprehensive i have received from any cottage company. Should just have paid a bit closer attention to the key safe location before I arrived. Would happily stay here again.
There were a number of problems with this cottage particularly the bathroom. The toilet had a drainage smell, probably due to a poor connection of the WC to the drainage system. No toilet brush to keep the toilet clean. Mould was evident on wall tiles in the toilet area and the extractor fan was very noisy and ineffective. The shower cubicle had clearly been previously damaged, with the sliding doors subsequently removed and replaced by a shower curtain. There was also mould in the main bedroom corner cupboard/wardrobe and on the same wall on the ground floor lounge. Furthermore, the dining ro...more
We were delighted by Dartside from the moment we walked in the cottage door. It was thoughtfully and attractively furnished and equipped with a garden terrace with amazing river views behind the property. Dart Valley Cottages gave us very clear instructions about getting to the property and we were very happy with our whole experience - especially the wall to wall sunshine!
On arrival at cottage looked very unkept window and doors needed cleaning. Gap round the front door let cold air in. Lounge and landing window glass has blown. We drew to the attention of Dart Valley Cottages shortly after arrival four things that needed urgent attention and although this was acknowledged by the company these were not attended to before our departure. These being the servicing of the fire extinguisher overdue by a year, fire blanket should have been replaced last October, the shower curtain was black in places, the pull cord for the light in the cloakroom was black and the pul...more
Cottage was a bit smaller than the photos seem to show but perfectly fine for our week stay. Made full use of the tennis court,pool and pool table in the bar. Could have made location of bins clearer as had to ask reception as not visible from the front of the hotel. All the staff very helpful,especially the bar staff,drinks a bit pricey though. Minor moan,the sealing around the shower tray was grubby and could probably do with replacing with fresh mastic. Overall thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would certainly consider returning
The view from the cottage’s windows out over Dartmouth is superb. Its location in the heart of the town is also excellent. Having said that, warning should be given that the access road is extremely steep and only suitable for very small cars. Facilities are good but the property needs TLC - it feels like it’s being run into the ground. The garden is going wild with vines growing across the path etc. Window frames are in poor condition - they look rotten from outside. The bath is plastic and super flimsy - plus an edging tile was missing, leaving an unsightly hole. The whole place has charm bu...more