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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dittisham, Devon
  • Royal Naval College
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Greenway House and Garden
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Blackpool Sands
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Plymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Family Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Pet Friendly, Tranquil, 2 Bedrooms

Orchard Cottage is a delightful, south-facing holiday cottage in Dittisham Court. It's perfect for a romantic stay or a small family holiday in this lovely riverside village. Enjoy the sunny, private patio with village views, and access to an orchard of Dittisham plum, flowering cherry, apple, and willow trees. The river and village amenities are all in walking distance. There's access to four acres of communal grounds and one allocated parking space right outside. Dogs are welcome, too.

Accommodation:

The entrance hall takes you to the open-plan living area with a sofa and armchairs, log-effect fire, TV, DVD, and CD player. French doors fill the room with light and lead out onto the private patio. The dining area seats four guests.

The shaker-style kitchen is very well equipped with an electric oven and hob, integrated dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine and microwave. A serving hatch connects the two rooms. Also, on the ground floor off the entrance hall is a small cloakroom with a WC.

Upstairs there are two bedrooms - the light and airy master bedroom looks out over the orchard towards the village and a twin room at the front. It features a kingsize bed, a built-in wardrobe, and an en-suite shower room. The twin bedroom also has a built-in wardrobe. There is also a recently refurbished family bathroom featuring a bath with an electric overhead shower.

A travel cot and highchair are available on request.

There's central heating throughout.

Larger Groups

Orchard Cottage is part of a group of properties that can accommodate large groups. So, if you are planning a trip as a family and are looking to accommodate a larger family we may well be able to help you. All properties are within a short walk of each other (some neighbouring). Please do contact us to discuss dates and availability


Outside:

The cottage benefits from a small enclosed patio immediately off the living room, complete with garden furniture. Perfect for sitting in the sun and enjoying the peace and quiet Dittisham provides. Steps down from the patio is access to the orchard and the wider communal grounds including large grassy areas with vantage points over Bow Creek and over towards The Quay. Guests are welcome to exercise dogs on the grounds however we ask they are kept on leads.


Parking:

There is a private parking space immediately outside the cottage. Please note you need to drive under an arch with a height restriction of 7'6".


Nearby:

The village pub, The Red Lion Inn, is a 2-minute walk around the corner. The Red Lion also hosts the village shop and Post Office. A 10-minute walk will take you to The Quay where you will find the Ferry Boat Inn and The Anchorstone Café as well as ferries to the National Trust's Greenway house and gardens, and Dartmouth. Blackpool Sands is the closest beach - a 10-minute drive away.

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Dart Valley Cottages
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English

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Amenities

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Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Dartmouth

Located in Dartmouth, this cottage is in a rural area. Coleton Fishacre House & Gardens and Dartmouth Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and South Devon. Woodlands Family Theme Park and Golden Hind are also worth visiting.
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Dittisham, Devon

What's nearby

  • Royal Naval College - 16 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Greenway House and Garden - 26 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Blackpool Sands - 35 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Goodrington Sands Beach - 54 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Paignton Beach - 60 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 33 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Railway Inn - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪White Rock Beefeater - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Manor Inn - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪South Devon College Danish Servery - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Church House Inn - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly, Tranquil, 2 Bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly, Tranquil, 2 Bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly, Tranquil, 2 Bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly, Tranquil, 2 Bedrooms located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Greenway House and Garden and within 3 miles (5 km) of South Devon and Dartmouth Museum. Visit Dartmouth is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Justyne N., Kent UK

Another fantastic stay in Ditsum
We have stayed in Orchard Cottage before and once again thoroughly enjoyed our visit here. I have been coming to Ditsum on and off for 40 years - it is a wonderful place. Orchard Cottage has everything guests need for a pleasant stay and is in a super location. We will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Julie Y.

Great position.
Lovely setting. House very comfortable with lovely sunny patio. Recommend the short walk to the quay and taking the boat across to Greenway House. Dartmouth a short drive, but Park & Ride provides an excellent service and is great value for money.
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay in Dittisham
We had a lovely short break in Dittisham. The cottage was thoughtfully prepared and equipped with everything you might need. We had a comfortable stay and didn’t want for anything. It would be helpful to let guests know that the smoke alarms are sensitive to steam from the bathroom, so the bathroom door should be kept shut to avoid them being set off.
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8/10 Good

A lovely little find
It was our first time visiting Devon and we fell in love with Dittisham. Perfect for the dog and our baby. The village is amazingly quiet and peaceful. The cottage was exactly what we needed, a lovely space. Dart valley cottages went above and beyond for our needs and we felt very welcomed. The relaxing break we needed. The cottage is dated in places but was nice and clean throughout. We will definitely be considering staying here again in the future.
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8/10 Good

Tracey P.

Orchard Cottage
The property is in a great location for exploring the area. It is walking distance to a good pub and the passenger ferry to a number of locations including Dartmouth. If you have a paddleboard or canoe, don't forget to take them with you! We really enjoyed our stay, however the instructions for the key safe are not correct on the arrival details so it did take us a while to find the key! The property would also benefit from blackout curtains in the bedrooms as in the Summer it is very light in the morning which makes it difficult to have a lie in.
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8/10 Good

Suzanne A.

Comfortable cottage
We were only staying a short while but really enjoyed this small but cosy and comfortable cottage. It is in a good position with lovely gardens. It’s warm and clean. The single beds are really meant for children not adults It was a nice bolt hole for our short stay in the village
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10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

Staying at Orchard Cottage
We had a great stay at Orchard Cottage. We loved the fact that you could walk from the patio into the orchard to walk the dog and to other places on foot from the property. The only other thing I would add is that it would be useful to have a booklet to know how to work the heating control. The one in the airing cupboard isn’t the one for the new digital control.
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8/10 Good

A bit misleading
The first problem was that the wording in the website led us to believe that the orchard behind the cottages were shared by them and that we would be able to exercise the dog there. When we arrived we found that it was part of the communal grounds belonging to the whole complex. Although there is a small courtyard attached to the property we weren’t able to close the gate properly so it was not secure. Also it was a little overgrown with bushes. Inside the property was a little tired but very clean. Although advertised as 4 berth it would not be appropriate for 4 adults and is best suited to 2 adults and 2 children. The second bedroom was very cramped with very little storage and the mattresses were very soft and uncomfortable. The location is lovely and within walking distance of the local pub which serves good food. Ditisham is very hilly with only one narrow road in and out but the whole area is extremely picturesque. I would hesitate to recommend this property unless you’ve done your research.
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8/10 Good

David W.

Lovely Cottage
Cottage was clean and well equipped. Location is excellent in the beautiful village of Dittisham. Very convenient parking at the property and excellent WiFi service. Recommended.
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8/10 Good

Lillian C.

Lovely Dittisham
Our third time staying at this cottage. Wonderful location. Very well equipped kitchen. Lovely garden to sit out in.
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8/10 Good

Mark A.

Lovely stay as usual
Been many times, love it for what it is. Small but well positioned. Great for a simple holiday. Lovely village
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth N.

Pretty cottage in lovely grounds
We really enjoyed our stay in Orchard Cottage, a pretty, well-equipped and comfortable cottage in Dittisham Court. The weather was superb, so we made good use of the terrace and very attractive and peaceful grounds.
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10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

A Lovely cottage
Our 2nd visit to this lovely dog friendly cottage, with an upgrade since our last visit a couple of years ago. Very comfortable, nicely presented and benefitting from everything needed to make for an enjoyable holiday The cottage was very well presented and everything was in good working order. Comfy seating in the sitting room and good king size bed in master bedroom were much appreciated. Perfect small patio with table and chairs and nice view over the lovely orchard. Easy car parking in allocated space by the front door. 2 pubs within 10 mins walking distance with the nearer one also serving as the post office and well stocked village shop Dittisham is a picture postcard village on the River Dart
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline W.

A comfortable cottage in a delightful location.
Well equipped and comfortable with a pretty patio area to enjoy when the sun shone. It was very helpful being able to park the car close by. Only one small niggle - the shower over the bath was tricky to regulate. It was either too hot or too cold!
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10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

A truly relaxing holiday
The house was lovely, very clean,all the facilities we wanted. View was peaceful and the outside seating ideal in the hot sun. Perfect place for breakfast and afternoon tea. Could see thousands of stars sparkling in the sky at night and hear birds singing in the day. Must return to Dittisham. Local pubs were welcoming and quirky and Anchorstone cafe was superb.
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10/10 Excellent

Beverley L.

Wonderful stay
Property looked a little tired but was warm and comfortable. Due to location; would have benefited from having somewhere to hang wetsuits- we didn't want to bring into the property. The twin room could have done with some drawer spacer, however, plenty of coat hangers to hang clothes instead
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8/10 Good

Mark A.

Orchard Cottage
Dittisham as ever remains a very special place, having visited it about 12 times, normally in this cottage. Disappointed this year by the lack of basics... no salt, no pepper, one toilet roll between two toilets.... However, I can still recommend this cottage. Great position, easy and comfortable to get on with and has everything you need for an enjoyable break
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10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

A great cottage
A very comfortable cottage in convenient private position within the Dittisham Court development Lovely private patio at the back with views over, & access to a large shared orchard style garden Walking distance to the creek and villages 2 pubs one of which sits on the picturesque quay side whilst the other is also the post office and well stocked village shop
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8/10 Good

Patricia F.

Great location
Lovely cottage in Dittisham. Great location for accommodation which accepts dogs because of the access to the orchard at the back of the properties. Well equipped and clean. However, the property needs good mats inside (rather than outside) the house at both the front door and the patio door. When it rains - which it did, a lot, while I was there - the mats which are outside the doors are permanently wet.
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10/10 Excellent

Penny W.

Excellent Cottage
This is the second time we have stayed in Orchard Cottage and once again were very pleased with the cottage and the area of Dittisham. We have a dog, Rosie, and the area is very dog friendly with them being allowed into most of the local pubs/restaurants. Highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Cath T.

Cottage in a beautiful location
Very comfortable, adequately equipped, spacious cottage in an excellent location. Grounds surrounding the cottages are well kept and enjoyable to walk around. The private outside space is peaceful to sit in, is kept tidy and has lovely views.
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8/10 Good

Orchard Cottage, Dittisham
A lovely comfortable cottage in a lovely location. The heating system was excellent providing a very warm and cosy stay. We love the village of Dittisham with lovely walks and easy access to Dartmouth via the delightful little ferry from the quay side. The Ferryboat Inn provides and very welcome stop off before the hike up the hill. We have stayed here several times and will be back again.

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