Guests say
Magnolia House in Dartmouth, Devon, is a well-received cottage offering a quiet location, ample space for families and pets, and a secure garden. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, the well-equipped nature of the property, and the peaceful village setting. While some minor maintenance issues were reported, the overall experience is positive with guests expressing a desire to return.
Reviews consistently mention the property being clean upon arrival, indicating high standards of cleanliness that guests appreciate.
The property is praised for its quiet location and peaceful setting, suggesting a desirable location for a relaxing stay.
Guests describe the property as comfortable and suitable for families, although there are some concerns about the boiler and fumes in one of the rooms.
The property is well-equipped according to guests, but some maintenance issues like non-working lamps and a problematic bathroom plug have been noted.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owner, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Magnolia House, 20 Dittisham Court is a well-appointed, three-storey home, nestled in the picturesque village of Dittisham, Devon. With its rural position, enjoying glimpses of River Dart, this pet-friendly property is conveniently located close to local amenities and attractions, whilst enveloped by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Park up off-road or in the visitor car park, before reaching your new abode, kickstarting your break in the ground-floor bedrooms, including a lovely twin room, and a single, both serviced by a sleek shower room. Climb the stairs to locate the open-plan living space, where you can prepare delicious meals to be enjoyed around the dining table, or catch up with your latest shows from the sitting area, whilst the patio door offers access to an elevated balcony, with far-reaching, rural views in the backdrop. Head down the external steps to reach the garden, a haven for alfresco dining and unwinding, whilst the final bedroom rests on the second floor, an inviting king-size with en-suite bathroom. Enjoy a leisurely stroll to the village of Dittisham, where you will find a selection of traditional pubs, a Post Office, and independent shops, offering a unique take on Devon life. For a special day out, take a boat trip down the Dart to the historic naval town of Dartmouth, boasting elegant Georgian architecture and a host of galleries and antique stores, along with Dartmouth Castle and Little Dartmouth hiking area. Visit Totnes, a vibrant town filled with independent shops and eateries, where you can also climb up to the remains of Totnes Castle, and dine near the riverfront, before returning home for sundowners. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an action-packed holiday, Magnolia House offers all.
Dittisham is a picturesque village surrounded by rolling countryside, located on the banks of the River Dart in the South Hams. Wander along the quiet streets lined with quaint, stone cottages and lush gardens, until you reach the waterfront. Dittisham’s quayside is often regarded as the hub of village activity. Stop at the Anchorstone Café for a spot of lunch while taking in the fantastic river views. Try your hand at some crabbing with the kids on the dinghy pontoon. Visit the iconic pink Ferry Boat Inn (or FBI as it is known locally). Ring the bell for the ferry and head across the Dart to Greenway, the once holiday home of the renowned Agatha
Christie. For outdoor activities, there are sailing schools and boat hire also paddle board and canoe hire, as well as plenty of
scenic walks. The harbour town of Dartmouth is just a short drive away or ferry away, and offers an array of shops, a cinema, plenty of restaurants and even a castle. Further afield, you will find plenty of fantastic beaches such as Blackpool and Slapton Sands, as well as key destinations such as Salcombe, Totnes, and Brixham to explore.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x ground-floor twin, 1 x ground-floor single.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with balcony
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, wine chiller.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car, with additional visitor parking.
Rear garden with lawn, patio and furniture, and balcony with furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.6 miles.
Note: There are steps down from the balcony, leading to the garden; please take care.
Note: Two well behaved dogs are welcome at this property
Nearby points of interest
- Dartmouth Castle
- Golden Hinde
- Torquay Museum
- Babbacombe Model Village
- House of Marbles
- Blackpool Sands
- Shaldon Beach
- South Sands Beach
- Bantham Beach
Reviews (7)
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John
We will be back! HOWEVER, you may wish to pass on to the owner the following problems: 1. Leaving the key in a key box located inside the external bin cupboard was not a good start. We arrived at 5.30pm (just half an hour after the earliest permitted access time) so it was starting to get dark. I am 79 and my Wife is 75 and we needed to contort ourselves just to find the key box! There was a chord hanging down, which we presumed was a light, but if it was, it didn't work! So, we found the key box but it was so dark inside the cupboard we couldn't read the numbers to open it! Our 'phone torch was not strong enough but luckily a lady who is living at number 24 came over with a torch and she actually managed to get in the cupboard and get the key out of the box for us. I'm not sure what we would have done if she hadn't been there! We think it would be far better if the box was screwed to the inside of the bin cupboard door, thus once the door is open, it would be easy to locate and operate. 2. The plug in the ground floor bathroom washbasin does not hold water. Impossible to keep any water in the basin. Most frustrating. 3. Two of the five table lamps in the bedrooms did not work (bulbs need replacing?) and the table lamp in the sitting room also does not work. We only offer the above information because if no-one tells you/the owner, nothing would be corrected. We WILL be back! Regards John and Maggie Reeve.
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Mark
Having a dog it would have been easier to collect poo if grass had been mown. Beautiful situation
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Dominic
It's generally well-equipped and was clean on arrival. We booked for 2 weeks and there was no apparent provision for clean linen/towels after the first week. There was no owner or agent contact information in the accommodation documents (they said refer to agent) and no contact information in Coast & Country's emails which said contact owner/housekeeper. That's a minor problem for linen - but worse for no hot water. The oil boiler is on the second floor next to the main bedroom. It smelled strongly of oil and fumes from the nearby roof flue continually blew into the ensuite. Two days before leaving the hot water stopped, I tried again to find contact information and sent an email - not realising until the next day all the agent's emails are 'no-reply'. I then resorted to Facebook/Messenger and sent a message, receiving an automated reply saying C&C's team would respond ASAP - that was 15 Aug 2024 - as of 30 Aug I have had no reply. So overall a mixed experience - better communications are needed and the boiler needs looking at.