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Dove Cottage

Dittisham, Devon (Ref. 976216)

4.6

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  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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22 Customer Review(s)

  • M

    “Having stayed at the property many times before, I was exceedingly disappointed with my stay this year.”

    Mostly I was disappointed the response from Sykes - so much so that I will not book with them again for any property. Arrived to find no hot water, heating, nor a fully working AGA. The former I remedied easily enough but the AGA was below temperature all week so we couldn't cook (I have the same AGA at home so I know how to work them). Electrical problems all week, portable ovens fused all electrics in the cottage - resulting in no wifi, tv, radio, fridge, lights etc, so no hot food all ...

    Mostly I was disappointed the response from Sykes - so much so that I will not book with them again for any property. Arrived to find no hot water, heating, nor a fully working AGA. The former I remedied easily enough but the AGA was below temperature all week so we couldn't cook (I have the same AGA at home so I know how to work them). Electrical problems all week, portable ovens fused all electrics in the cottage - resulting in no wifi, tv, radio, fridge, lights etc, so no hot food all week. Whilst the owner kindly offered to buy another portable oven there seemed little point since any attempt to use electrical sockets fused all else in the property. Sykes emailed after five days implying I had refused 'offers of help' and 'what would I be satisfied with' (the offer of help declined was another portable oven - see above it wouldn't solve anything and I was actually saving the owner money!). Utterly shocking response considering I had spent several evenings sorting fuse boxes, had lived off cold suppers for most of the week (FBI doesn't open Monday or Tuesdays) sat in dark most evenings and was general expected to sort out the electrics myself. By Thursday the ceiling/down lights in the kitchen had fused (and couldn't be resolved via the fuse box) but I didn't bother notifying Skyes (little point) and we just sat in the dark. If I used hair straighteners the lamps flickered. Came back most days to find electricity box fused and thus all appliances off (not a huge problem but food did go off). Whilst I accept an AGA person wasn't available for a week an electrician should have been sent round. The response from Sykes was shockingly rude - particularly given the cost of the property - absolutely zero help. I will happily upload the email from them if required. It is a lovely property, location etc but I would not recommend booking via Skyes. Very disappointing indeed.

    - M, October 2023

    Thank you for the feedback from your stay at Dove Cottage. I know from our conversation that you previously enjoyed a number of great holidays at Dove Cottage and I’m so sorry that hasn’t been the case on this occasion. On your arrival, you informed Sykes of two issues 1.The hot water and central heating weren’t working...and 2. the Aga oven temperature gauge indicated the oven was below optimal temperature. Sykes contacted me and I immediately phoned you to help get everything up and running. The first issue was easily rectified when I referred you to the instructions on how to turn the hot water and heating controller to On. The Aga proved to be more problematic and a technician was not available. I explained to you that the combined use of the Aga hot plates (which were working perfectly) with extended time in the oven (operating at 170C), would enable you to use the Aga for most cooking requirements. A combo microwave and 2 ‘back-up’ portable ovens were also available. As I recall you didn’t use the microwave and unfortunately the first portable oven you tried hadn’t been used for quite some time and turned out to have an electrical fault which caused the electrics to trip. I helped you to quickly reset the electrical supply and you then informed me that the other portable oven was also shorting the circuits. The electrics have subsequently been checked throughout the house and there’s no fault with either the general circuits or any of the other electrical appliances, including the other portable oven which is in full working condition. Throughout this, I tried to provide solutions to ensure you had an enjoyable holiday and I’m sorry that didn’t meet your expectations. Property Owner

Summary

  • Four bedrooms
  • On the ground floor: 1 x twin
  • WC with basin
  • On the first floor: 1 x king size double with en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin, 1 x king size double with en suite bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and basin, 1 x super king double with en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin and balcony
  • Ground floor sitting room with wood burning stove and door to patio
  • Dining area
  • Kitchen with door to garden
  • Central heating with wood burning stove
  • Electric Aga, microwave, fridge-freezer, freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off road parking for three cars
  • Enclosed garden
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Pub less than 1 mile from property
  • Note: This property does not accept children under 7, except babes in arms, due to ponds and steepness of the garden

The property

A beautiful contemporary house in an enviable position, high on the edge of Dittisham with outstanding panoramic views of the Dart estuary.

A huge width-of-house patio makes the most of views over the river to the heights beyond: a great spot for alfresco dining, stargazing and sundowners.

From the patio (table/chairs), a steep path with occasional steps winds down through beautifully landscaped garden with garden room (tables/chairs, small kitchenette) and two lily ponds (unfenced).

At the bottom of the garden, a pedestrian gate leads directly to the centre of the village.

Steps (13) down to main entrance from parking area (space for three cars).

Inside, modern comforts and fuss-free lines create an elegant and relaxing house.

The focus of the living area is the floor-to-ceiling windows across the width of the house, allowing ever-changing light through the house and opening to the decked patio.

Contemporary, elegant living room (woodburner, TV/DVD) links to dining area, beyond which is a sleek curving kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, fridge-freezer, electric Aga - no other cooker) with door to boot room and back door to garden.

From the kitchen, step up to twin bedroom (TV) with door to terrace.

Utility room (washing machine, tumble drier, freezer, sink).

Loo.

Upstairs, three further bedrooms, all with sensational estuary views - a double (5' bed) with en suite shower-room (suite), another double (5' bed) with en suite bathroom (suite, shower over bath), and, up a step, a large double (6' bed, TV) with en suite shower-room (suite) and doors to private balcony and possibly the best view of all.

No children under 7, except pre-crawling babies, due to ponds and steepness of the garden.

Damages Deposit £500.

A beautiful house with a truly spectacular, time-wasting view all year round: a wonderful place for mature families holidaying together. Dittisham: idyllically situated, end-of-lane little village (PO/stores, two pubs, church) beside the beautiful lake-like River Dart.

Jetty (crabbing), pedestrian ferry to Greenway (National Trust, once Agatha Christie’s), boats for hire, dinghy moorings, sailing school.

Dartmouth (town), 2 miles (ferry); Dartmouth Golf and Country Club, 3¼ miles.

Coarse sand beach (river), 1 mile; beach (sea) at Blackpool Sands (The Venus Café, Restaurant, Takeaway and Watersports), 6.

Floorplans

1st FloorGround Floor

Kitchen / Breakfast Area Dining Area Drawing Room Twin Bedroom WC Entrance Hall Utility

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £500.

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About the location

DITTISHAM

Dartmouth 3.5 miles; Totnes 7 miles.

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.

Note: This property does not accept children under 7, except babes in arms, due to ponds and steepness of the garden.

Note: The charging of electric vehicles from the house electricity supply is prohibited at this property.