Dunedin Cottage is a wonderful waterside property sleeping 8 guests in four bedrooms with three bathrooms, located in the picturesque village of Dittisham, South Devon.
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Ground Floor Front door to large entrance hall/utility room with plenty of room to leave wet weather and water based gear (including canoes and paddleboards), washer/dryer and separate second freezer. Downstairs wet room with shower, WC and wash basin.
First Floor (Dog owners, please note that dogs are to be clean and dry before going beyond the ground floor) Bedroom 1 with 5ft king size bed, river views, built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers and wash basin. Bedroom 2 with twin 3ft beds, wardrobe and chest of drawers. Family bathroom with bath and shower over, WC and wash basin. Bedroom 3 with twin 3ft beds, chest of drawers and hook rail.
Second Floor Separate sitting room with river views, one 5/6-seater corner sofa, one 2-seater sofa, smart TV and log burner Kitchen/diner with electric oven and hob, dishwasher, freestanding fridge and small freezer, microwave, kettle and toaster, dining table and chairs to seat 8 guests and patio doors leading to rear garden and separate studio.
Separate studio with twin 3ft beds, en suite shower room with walk-in shower, WC, wash basin and separate sitting room with two sofas and small wall-mounted TV.
Dunedin Cottage is a stunning period house located on the quayside of one of Devon’s most picturesque waterside villages – Dittisham. With the wonderful River Dart immediately on its doorstep, guests have the opportunity to enjoy a waterside holiday, along with soaking up the relaxed riverside ambiance within the comfort of the tastefully presented home. Sitting right on the quayside, guests are presented with uninterrupted views across the river towards Greenway Estate, from Agatha Christy fame, and will be certain to appreciate morning drinks whilst the early light shimmers on the high tide. With outside seating on the front patio, as well as in the rear garden, al fresco dining is sure to be on the cards during warmer months, however with the benefit of a spacious well-equipped kitchen/diner and cosy living room with log burner, there’s plenty of space to relax indoors should the weather come in.
Offering flexible accommodation, with a separate studio situated at the back of the garden and featuring an ensuite twin room and its own sitting area, in addition to three well-presented bedrooms and two further bathrooms within the main house, Dunedin Cottage is well suited for multi-generational families, groups sharing and smaller parties alike.
Outside
A gravelled patio area on the quayside with table and chairs for 6, as well as a rear garden with lawn, flower beds and paved patio with table and chairs for 8.
The separate studio has its own decked terrace with table and chairs for 2.
The local area
A destination for keen sailors, fishermen and artists alike, the tranquil location of Dittisham is hard to beat. This attractive riverside village nestles on the banks of the serene River Dart, and benefits from a couple of pubs, the wonderful waterside Anchor Stone Café and a great community store offering local artisan produce.
The pontoon is a popular place for kids and families to relax and have a go at crabbing. This favourite holiday activity inevitably results in shrieks of delight as the cranky crustaceans are admired and compared whilst their captors try not to get nipped! Our top tip for crabbing success is to bait your line with little bits of bacon which crabs seem to find irresistible.
Directly opposite Dittisham, and just a short ferry ride across the river is Greenway House, once the holiday home of the famous crime author, Agatha Christie. The house along with its stunning river bank gardens are open to the public, and definitely worth a visit. Dogs are very welcome too, in the gardens on a short lead. This stretch of river has seen plenty of historic vessels pass by over the centuries, with tales from Viking long boats exploring the waters to American landing craft rolling past during the 2nd World War.
A variety of locally grown sweet plum, the 'Ditsum plum' was named after the village. You might spot some in the orchards over the summer months, or if you are lucky you might even get to taste some. They are sweet eating plums particularly good in jam – perfect for a Dittisham twist on a Devon cream tea!
The market town of Totnes and the waterfront town of Dartmouth are close to Dittisham, both with plentiful shops, pubs, cafés and restaurants. The towns also have supermarkets, handy for stocking up on your weekly shop.
There are also numerous beaches close to Dittisham. We recommend driving the breathtaking coast road from Dartmouth towards Torcross and stop off at Blackpool Sands and Slapton Sands on your way. You can also hire boats and have sailing lessons from the Dittisham’s pontoon, so whether you’re a complete beginner or an established sea dog you’re sure to be tempted onto the water during your holidays.
A holiday cottage in Dittisham makes a great base for exploring the beautiful River Dart and the stunning stretch of coastline around Dartmouth.
Parking
There is no designated parking with the property due to its location right on the quayside. At low tide guests can drop off and pick up on the quayside/beach and there is unrestricted parking available on Riverside Road (approx. 2min drive or 10min walk away) or all day parking in The Level or The Ham car parks (just over 5mins walk away). 7 day tickets can be purchased at a cost of £30 (as of September 2024). Available via RingGo.
If parking on Riverside Road or The Ham car park, a footpath to the rear of The Ham field (by the public toilets) will bring you out low down on Manor Street. Alternatively, if the tide is out and you have a suitable vehicle, turn right out of The Ham car park, along the beach and under the pier and Dunedin Cottage is up the stone steps on The Quay.
Additional information
Included: Bed linen and towels (guests must provide their own beach/dog towels), heating.
Internet and Telephone: Wi-Fi. There is no landline telephone available but mobile reception is generally reasonable, although please check with your provider prior to booking.
Pets: Two small or one medium/big well-behaved dog(s) welcome. It is requested dogs are kept on the ground floor (stairgate available) until dry and clean. Pet Charge £30 per pet per week.
Electric vehicles: Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles.
Short breaks: Short breaks are available during low and mid season.
Local Facilities: Ferry Boat Inn (100m), The Anchorstone Café (100m), The Red Lion Pub and Community Store (open daily 08:30 – 14:00 or Sunday 08.30 – 12:00, check online for additional summer opening hours) (0.4 miles)The Sportsman’s Arms (3.1 mile), Dartmouth Golf and Country Club (4.6 miles) and all the amenities of Dartmouth town (7 miles) including supermarkets, shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants, leisure centre and a petrol station.
