Guests say
Woodlands in Dartmouth is a highly praised holiday cottage, celebrated for its stunning views, spacious and well-appointed rooms, and proximity to local attractions. Guests have enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furnishings, and the thoughtful touches such as brownies and wine on arrival. The property's charm, combined with its location and amenities, makes it an ideal choice for large family gatherings and those seeking a relaxing retreat.
Guests consistently note the exceptional cleanliness of the property, with several reviews highlighting the spotless condition and beautifully appointed rooms. The attention to detail in maintaining a clean environment contributes significantly to the overall positive experience.
The location of Woodlands is frequently commended for its picturesque views and convenient access to Dartmouth and nearby attractions. The walk into town and proximity to the coast path are appreciated, although the steep approach may challenge some guests.
Reviewers express great satisfaction with the comfort provided by Woodlands, mentioning the soft bed linen, fluffy pillows, and ample space for relaxation. The multiple communal areas and bedrooms are well-received for their comfort and suitability for large groups.
The facilities at Woodlands, including the well-equipped kitchen and bathrooms, receive high praise. However, some minor maintenance issues such as door knobs falling off and a broken tumble dryer are noted. The games room and grand piano are popular features.
The thoughtfulness of the hosts is evident in the welcome treats and well-stocked amenities, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. While such gestures are greatly appreciated by guests, it is important to note that these are personal touches and may vary.
About this property
This handsome three-storey Grade II listed Georgian house is situated near the historic Dartmouth creek from which ships departed for The Crusades. With charming views of the River Dart and a welcoming and impressive interior, it is excellent family accommodation. From the steep drive and parking area, leave your coats and boots in the porch and head into the comfortable sitting room with its cosy wood burning stove or the second sitting room, also with a wood burning stove, where you can watch the smart TV or gaze across the water. Prepare family meals in the well equipped kitchen and enjoy them together around the table beside the wood burning stove in the dining room, where you can play the piano after dinner. The bedrooms ramble over two upper floors, with a lovely room for the children on the top floor where they can play games and watch TV. The terrace which stretches along the front of the house is a fine place to sit and share barbecues whilst admiring the view. The children can play happily in the lower garden but must be supervised whilst you sit peacefully above on the Veranda (you cannot see the lower garden from the Veranda). You have everything on the doorstep since you can wander out to the restaurants, cafes, shops and galleries or take a tour of the Britannia Royal Naval College. About a 10 minute walk from the house are the Dartmouth Castle landing steps from where you can catch a ferry (seasonal) into Dartmouth. For a longer walk, a footpath leads through NT woodland to the South West Coast Path. You can catch the ferry to pretty Kingswear or take a boat trip to the interesting town of Totnes, or even hire a boat to skipper yourself. And, of course, there are lovely beaches all around the area. Woodlands is a house with room for all the family in a bustling and vibrant area.
Dartmouth lies on the banks of the beautiful River Dart estuary in the popular and picturesque South Hams area of South Devon.
Accommodation
Three levels.
Six bedrooms.
Four first floor bedrooms: 1 x super king double with smart TV, walk-through wardrobe and en suite bathroom with roll top bath, hand shower, separate shower, WC and basin, 1 x king size double with en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin, 1 x king size double and 1 x twin with interconnecting door.
Bathroom with roll top bath, hand shower, separate shower, WC, basin.
Two second floor bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) with day bed (available for use when house is booked to full capacity, or by prior arrangement only), smart TV and en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, hand shower, WC, basin.
Children's games/sitting room.
Ground floor WC with basin.
2 x sitting rooms with wood burning stoves.
Dining room with wood burning stove.
Kitchen.
Utility room.
Central heating with wood burning stove.
Microwave, fridge, freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV with WiFi, Phone incoming calls only only, Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Two travel cots and highchairs available on request.
Off road parking for four cars.
Barbecue.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (charge applies for 2nd dog), Sorry no smoking.
Sorry no fireworks.
Pub less than 1 mile from property.
Nearest beaches for paddling and stone skimming, about a 15 minutes stroll to Castle or Sugary Coves towards the mouth of the Dart.
Blackpool Sands about 4 miles away.
Note: Check-in time 16:30, departure 0930.
Nearby points of interest
- Dartmouth Castle
- Blackpool Sands
- South Sands Beach
- Bantham Beach
- Shaldon Beach
- Golden Hinde
- Torquay Museum
- Babbacombe Model Village
Reviews (63)
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John
We had a very relaxing stay. The house is very well equipped with 6 comfortable and spacious bedrooms and plenty of space. Dartmouth is an easy walk and the coast path is on the doorstep.
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Nadine
Woodlands house gave us the space to spend a wonderful week together, but was also big enough to allow people to grab a quiet 10 minutes when needed. The multiple bathrooms/en suites were fabulous and we all enjoyed nice relaxing baths after days at the beach. The house itself is very impressive, decorated to a high standard with all the pots, pans and crockery needed for a big family - we cooked and ate in most nights and found everything we needed. Small maintenance issues such as the door knobs falling off, we also couldn't find the key for the connecting bedroom door lock. This didn't affect us too much but does need attention. The location of Woodlands is brilliant, the garden, patio and multiple windows offer beautiful views, many of the nearby cove. It was a gentle 15 min walk into town, which we all managed easily enough. The drive is steep as described. We hardly used our cars as there is so much to do in Dartmouth, we also took some boat and steam train trips. Blackpool Sands beach was a 5 min drive and we enjoyed a couple of days there doing watersports. In summary, a beautiful home that is big enough to accommodate a large family, great location and beautifully presented.
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Sarah
We are a large family and there are enough rooms and bathrooms to host three generations. The gardens and views and absolutely stunning and it is wonderful sitting on the terrace or having a family meal in the dinning room. The location is also perfect walking distance to Dartmouth and the amazing castle and beaches. Perfect family bolt hold we love the place.