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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available

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Dittisham, Devon
  • Place, South Devon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blackpool Sands
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Greenway House and Garden
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪66 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

About this property

Pet Friendly, Tranquil, 2 Bedrooms

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.

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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

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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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Plainmoor Stadium or Torquay United FC.
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Dittisham, Devon

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Royal Naval College - 14 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Blackpool Sands - 20 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Greenway House and Garden - 22 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Dartmoor National Park - 34 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Squires - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Creek - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Seale Arms - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pet Friendly, Tranquil, 2 Bedrooms?

As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet Friendly, Tranquil, 2 Bedrooms on 30 May 2026 start from NZ$292, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Pet Friendly, Tranquil, 2 Bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the 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 Battlefield Live Torbay. Churston Station and Dartmouth Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Good location with parking

Comfy cottage with easy parking and well equipped. Could do with a little maintaining in certain areas e.g rear patio doors couldn’t be bolted and in the garden.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lee K.

A fantastic holiday in a great location, cottage could do with some TLC!

Visited Dittisham on lots of occasions and have stayed in numerous properties through Dart Valley Cottages, all of which have been great. Unfortunately Damson Cottage was not of the same standard. Whilst the property was functional, well equipped and in a great location it would benefit from some general maintenance and redecoration.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Vivian T.

3 night stay

Had a lovely time at damson cottage; would definitely stay there again and recommend it. Only thing I found missing was a hair dryer which I had forgotten to bring. Lovely location and very quiet.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location

Great location with parking right outside - very handy in Dittisham. Easy access to the water (at high tide) a 5 minute walk down the hill. Easy access to the pontoon for boats to Dartmouth and the Ferry Boat Inn (FBI) / Anchorstone Cafe. Great pizzas at the FBI.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely area

Beautiful area to stay in. Damson cottage was perfectly adequate for our needs. Fairly comfortable but would benefit from a blind in the kitchen, a rug that lies flat in the living room (trip hazard) a higher bed with a deeper mattress in the main bedroom. Additionally some leaflets about places to visit and more information on the local area would be helpful. The cottage has a well equipped kitchen and everywhere was clean and tidy. An enjoyable stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely base for a short break

Dittisham is a lovely village with lots going on.we’ve been coming her for nearly 30 years and Damson cottage didn’t disappoint. Perfect for the four of us and the dog. Well appointed and clean. It did help that the weather was amazing this week!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in great location

Lovely, light airy cottage with sunny patio area. Good size lounge-diner with plenty of comfortable seating. New kitchen, quite well equipped. Spacious bedrooms and shower room in main bedroom is a bonus, good, hot showers. Easy walk to the pub on river dart, pub at top of village that contained a shop is all now closed unfortunately. Safe enclosed patio good for dogs but they have to be put on a lead to go into the garden area which is open to neighbours and into orchard beyond.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Relaxing holiday

Damson Cottage was a good base for a family of 3 with a 3 year old. Shop pub, playground, ferry to Dartmouth and Greenways, and the Ham by the River an easy stroll away. 15 minute drive to town, bit further to beaches etc. It has a good layout so you have windows to patio, TV, and kitchen hatch so can enjoy home comforts and feel you are away in Devon at the same time. Enjoy!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely break in a lovely cottage

Great cottage in a fantastic location with parking. Just what we wanted. One point deducted for cleaning due to kitchen lighting greasy, kitchen clock on wall not working. Everything else spotless. Need 4 wine glasses in a cottage that sleeps 4. There were only two. All very minor.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Damson cottage

The cottage needs updating and definitely lacked some basic things ie no small tables in lounge to put coffee cups on, no accessible plugs in bedroom I had to crawl under dressing table to plug in the hairdryer. We were disappointed not to have welcome pack of basics ie milk which we are used to from other cottages we have stayed in. Location is remote down very small Devon lanes but not necessarily quiet depending on neighbours as is on very large complex.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A great value stay in a cracking location with every amenity needed.

A brilliant little cottage in a fantastic location, easy access to great beaches and just a short walk to the Ham with its pubs as well as a short boat ride over to Dartmouth. We are originally from Devon so knew that Dittisham would be a great base, but for anyone unfamiliar with the South Hams we couldn’t recommend the location enough. The cottage itself was perfect for us as a couple with our small dog. The enclosed patio area made it easy for her to have safe outdoor access and the cottage was well equipped for having her with us. Damson Cottage was wonderfully clean and we were really impressed by the amount and breadth of facilities supplied in the cottage. Where other rentals usually fall down, we found Damson Cottage to be really well stocked in the kitchen particularly, but also with an iron, hairdryer etc. The cottage was a little tired in places. Whilst the kitchen was very modern, some of the furniture upstairs in particular was a little more aging and there were a few places that would benefit from a refresh. However for the money that we paid, which was incredibly reasonable compared to other similar rentals, we wouldn’t complain. The value for money that this cottage offered can’t be understated. All in all thanks for a lovely stay, we will definitely be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

good stay

Very comfortable cottage but would benefit from more cutlery/plates as we had to wash some if we had not done the dishwasher.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Damson cottage

Lovely cottage high standard throughout. We love coming to Dittisham and always been very happy with cottages we have stayed in. Dart Valley Cottages give first class service that1s why we keep coming back.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rachel M.

Damson

We had a great time at Damson Cottage. The property is functional and in a good location. Personally, I’d of liked a full length mirror in the bedroom so I could see myself before I went out!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

We are looking forward to a return visit!

We have had such a lovely stay at cosy Damson Cottage. The cottage was warm, very clean and comfortable. It is more spacious than it appears on the photographs. We appreciated the Orchard for it's general loveliness and as a space for the children to play hide and seek. The cottage is in a great location within the village - just around the corner from the pub/shop/post office! It is a short walk down to the Ham with glorious views in all directions. We were sad to leave and determined to come back!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rachael W.

Relaxing Break in Dittisham

We had a lovely stay in this well equiped cottage in a very quiet location. Lovely patio doors out to a nice garden area. It was only a few mins walk down to the pontoon where there is a regular water taxi into Dartmouth from Dittisham. Excellant location for visiting the attractions in the local area. The drive into Dartmouth didn't take long either for a variety of coffee shops and lunch options. We would request a blind or curtain for the kitchen window but apart from that the cottage had everything we needed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Excellent Cottage

Damson Cottage is warm and welcoming with everything you need for a relaxing holiday. The views out over the orchard and the little sunny patio are perfect for an afternoon cuppa. The cottage was well equipped and spotlessly clean and the information booklet very helpful. It is perfectly placed for exploring the area and has easy access to the River Dart with Dartmouth just a short drive away. We found both of the pubs in the village very hospitable with good food and both dog friendly, sadly the Anchor Stone Cafe closed on our second day due to the owner breaking her leg so didn’t get to try it. We will definitely be returning in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mark E.

Week long stay with our dog Alfie.

Wish we could have had more than a week. Excellent spot, lovely village with a couple of pubs within walking distance.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

L J.

Very pleasant accommodation.

Comfortable, clean and well located cottage. Quiet location. Lovely outdoor space. Pub 3 mins walk away. 5 min walk to stunning estuary / views. Lots of walks from the cottage. Regular water taxi into Dartmouth from Dittisham (10.30 and ever hour aftetwards). Easy walk to pontoon at low tide, slightly longer and hillier at high tide. Red Lion pub - (3 mins), quirky and friendly. Tired but lovely in its own way.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

90/100

Very Comfortable and well equipped cottage in a quiet and beautiful location, just as advertised- a sweeping brush and dust pan and brush would be a good addition !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

A beautiful cottage which makes an excellent base for a family holiday

The cottage was very clean and well appointed and was bigger then expected from the outside. It had a lovely little patio area with access to an orchard, with apples and plums available for picking. This was really great for letting the dog have a run around, although on a lead. The kitchen was well furnished with sharp knives (hurrah!) and the washing machine/dryer was a godsend after a day at the beach. There is little to fault - the car parking spaces could have been bigger and the en-suite could have had a toilet - but these are simply not available and in day to day living the cottage was lovely. It was great that it was dog friendly and we had a lovely time in the picture postcard village that is Dittisham.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

A wonderful holiday in a peaceful location

Damson Cottage is very well equipped and Covid secure. The cottage surroundings are very peaceful with immediate access to an orchard. There is one village shop, which is also the pub and the post office, and everyone was very friendly. There are some very healthy walks from Dittisham and the Quay is within 10 minutes walk. A lovely spot with immediate access to the River Dart including a ferry across to the former home of Agatha Christie. The approach to Dittisham village is a not to be forgotten Devonshire driving experience with a windy road often requiring passing places to avoid the on coming traffic!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

Wonderful stay in Dittisham

Damson Cottage is an ideal base for a break in Dittisham - fantastic quiet location within easy walking distance of pubs, cafe, shop and river. The cottage was spotlessly clean, well-equipped, modern and comfortable, with a lovely private patio and access to large communal gardens. Highly recommended for a Dittisham stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Arminel L.

Lovely cottage, great location

We had a lovely stay in Damson cottage. The cottage was clean and cosy. Lovely views, very quiet and lots of wildlife. A particular highlight was the patio which got morning and evening sun. The location was great, a short walk down to the harbour and pubs/cafes. We came by bike but the shop at the Red Lion had enough to make breakfast, lunch and simple dinner.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Deborah R.

A lovely base for a holiday

The cottage was perfect for our needs. Everything seemed well looked after. The only minor issue was no blind in the kitchen. The kitchen was well equipped and the bathroom set up good. The cottage is simply decorated and furnished which suited us very well. The Dart valley Cottage team were very helpful through the booking process.

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