Damson Cottage is a delightful mid-terrace cottage in tranquil Dittisham Court. With access to a quaint communal orchard and gardens, as well as a private patio, it's perfect for couples or small families to enjoy this beautiful riverside village. The cottage is a short walk to the village pubs, shop, and the quay. Crabbing from the pontoon is a firm favourite for children and the nearby Ham meadow is a great space for picnics and playtime. Pets are welcome too, and there's parking on-site.
Accommodation:
The front door leads into the hallway with space for coats and boots. Straight through to the light and airy sitting room with sofa and armchairs, TV with DVD player. French doors fill the room with light and take you out to the sunny patio with garden furniture. At the near end of the room, there is a dining area with seating for four. A brand new kitchen has been fitted and boasts an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge-freezer and washing machine. A serving hatch connects the kitchen to the living room. On the ground floor, there is also a small cloakroom and WC.
Upstairs there are two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a kingsize bed and views across the orchard and village, with a chest of drawers, built-in wardrobe and an en-suite shower room with a power shower and wash basin. (Please note, there's no toilet in the en suite shower room). The second bedroom is a twin room with two single beds and a built-in wardrobe. There is also a family bathroom with a bath, an electric overhead shower and a WC.
Larger Groups
Damson Cottage is part of a group of properties that can accommodate larger groups. guests in total. 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:
Damson Cottage benefits from a sunny private patio accessed via the French doors from the living room. With garden furniture and views across the shared orchard, this is the perfect spot for a peaceful alfresco meal or a quiet spot to sit and read. The orchard is accessible via a few steps at the end of the patio area.
Guests also have access to the four acres of communal ground on Dittisham Court which include a large grassy areas with vantage points over Bow Creek and over towards The Quay, as well as the orchard at the bottom. Guests are welcome to exercise dogs on the grounds however we ask they are kept on leads.
Parking:
There is a private parking space for one car outside the front of the cottage. Please note you need to drive under an archway 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.
Please get in touch if you need any advice or tips on places to visit, walks (we're right on the South West Coast Path), pubs and restaurants, etc.