Pets welcome Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Grants Cottage dates from the late 1600's and has been recently renovated. The cottage is In a central but peaceful location in the heart of Dartmouth. Under a minutes flat walk to the ancient narrow streets which house boutique shops, art galleries and delicatessens along side gourmet restaurants, pubs and cafes.
The cottage has four spacious bedrooms including a King-sized four poster bed in the master bedroom, 2 en suites and a family bathroom.
The cosy lounge has a feature fireplace with wood-burner for those relaxing evenings in and the Conservatory is a perfect second lounge or children's playroom all year round. Double doors lead out onto the private courtyard.
Grants Cottage
Lounge
Kitchen
Master Bedroom
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The West Country / Devon region
Dartmouth is situated, close to Torbay area of Deven, known as the English Riviera. It is easily accessed via the motorway network, with the M5 ended at Exeter, giving access to the majority of the UK major conubations
This area of South Devon is, in addition, blessed with a mild climate, nestling beneath the sheltering splendour of Dartmoor, and as such is ideal for walkers, keen cyclists and sailing enthusiasts who are drawn here every year. In spring, autumn and winter, Dartmouth proves a draw to those who relish quieter and cooler seasons, while in summer, festivals, fairs, sailing and watersports bring Dartmouth alive.
Dartmouth area
Dartmouth is the loveliest of the South Hams towns, and well deserves its reputation as the jewel in Devon's crown. Dartmouth and the surrounding areas are packed with places to see and things to do for all ages and interests. There are Castles, family attractions, farm attractions, National Trust houses and gardens or museums and galleries.
Dartmouth is a deepwater port , well recognised for sailing and it's Regatta is regarded as 2nd only to Cowes. The town has a continental feel about its steeply rising streets and flights of winding steps. The town centre is packed with individual shops and art galleries in cobbled walkways and arcades.
There are a number of small supermarkets, including a M&S Food, in Dartmouth all within a few minutes walk as well as a couple of local bakeries, a butchers, a fishmonger and an independent well stocked off-licence.
As you stroll around Dartmouth you will sense in the narrow streets and buildings an atmosphere reflecting the town's long history.
Brown's Hill Steps was once the original main road into Dartmouth and the ponies that were used to carry people up and down were stabled in pens in the yard which is now the courtyard of Grant's Cottage and where the front door and hallway are now was the passage used to gain access to them.
The old market was built in 1828 on land reclaimed from the old mill pool and it was the place to which farmers brought their livestock and other produce to sell in exchange for goods made in the town or brought in by sea. The main open-air market is on Friday, with a smaller one on Tuesday in the summer months.
The 17th-century Butterwalk, with its impressive restored timber-framed facade and unique plasterwork was completed in 1640 as the luxurious home of a prosperous merchant in the cod trade.
Cobbled Bayards Cove, which often featured in TVs The Onedin Line, looks much the same as it did in the 16th Century and the ancient harbour has been a point of departure for around 1,000 years.
Dartmouth Castle, about a mile out of town overlooking the Dart, is a fortress constructed specially for artillery and for six centuries protected the town and its wealthy merchants from marauders - gaze down from its walls and you can see why this is a superb natural harbour.
Dominating the skyline is the 1905 Britannia Royal Naval College, the training ground for Royal Navy officers including several Royals. The Queen first met Price Phillip here. You can take a guided tour of the magnificent building with its museum, sculptures and artifacts, by booking at the Tourist Information Centre.
Swimming, windsurfing, surf kayaking, surfing and boogie boarding are available at beaches in the area with tuition and equipment hire as well. It goes without saying that sailing is a much loved activity in this area with a number of sailing schools for the less experienced.
There are many beautiful local beaches including Blackpool Sands, below, which is just 5 miles from Dartmouth. Slightly further a field are Bantham Beach, Bigby Sands and Hope Cove. Dogs are restricted on some local beaches during the summer months but allowed on the beach at Strete / Slapton Sands all year round. There are a number of costal walks including one to Start Bay Lighthouse.
Other towns and villages worth visiting are the famous town and sailing centre Salcombe which is approximately 12 miles away. The Dart Estuary extends towards Totnes and passes the picturesque villages and hamlets of Cornworthy, Dittisham, Tuckenhay and Stoke Gabriel all of which have country pubs well worth visiting serving locally produced food.
Just minutes from Dartmouth is Dartmouth Golf & Country Club with it's Championship golf course which was voted within the top 80 golf courses in Great Britain & Ireland is a challenge for any golfer, whilst the 18 hole Dartmouth course is one not to be missed.
Dartmoor National Park is home to a range of riding stables offering pony trekking day pub rides, half day rides or even rides for an hour.
How to get there
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Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Exeter or Plymouth
Railway:
Totnes
Ferry:
Plymouth
Activities near Dartmouth
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Good nightlife Cycling holidays
Bedrooms (4), Bathrooms (1), En suite (2), WCs (3)
Furniture:
Single beds (2), Double beds (3), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ
Further details indoors: Grants Cottage is designed to offer you all the comforts that you need for a relaxing holiday.
- A parking pass is provided for the main car park which is just a minutes walk away.
- The kitchen is well stocked with a range of kitchen utensils and cookware, including scales, mixing bowls and measuring jugs, a large cafetiere is also provided for those coffee lovers.
- As well as the cosy lounge there is a conservatory which is ideal as a second lounge or children’s playroom. With this in mind there are a selection and games for all ages including two exclusively designed play boards for the younger members of your group, who will be the first to find the boxing kangaroo? An X-box adds to the in house entertainment.
- DVD players are in both the sitting room and the conservatory with a selection of DVDs for all ages.
- The utility room houses a washer dryer as well as an ironing board and iron.
- Windbreaks and cool bags are available for guests to use, great for days on the local beaches.
- There is also a TV in the Master bedroom.
- All bedrooms have window seats with views up the historic Brown’s Hill steps, once the main road into Dartmouth now a pedestrian way.
- Two of the bedrooms have feature fireplaces adding to their charm.
- Dogs are welcome at Grant’s Cottage, ours love being in Dartmouth, especially as they are welcome in a number of Pubs as well.
Further details outdoors: At the rear of the cottage is a private courtyard ideal for relaxing in for pre-dinner drinks or outdoor dining. It features:
- Table and seating for 8 people
- BBQ and tools
- A Chimenea set in it's own alcove in the rear wall with it's own chimney built into the wall.
- A washing line and pegs
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Couples discount of £50/week for out of season breaks. Dogs welcome @ £20/week per dog
Long weekends considered out of season
Guestbook for Grants Cottage
'We loved it here. Great house, great location Kids loved the X-box. Discovered Bantham Beach - great for surf' - P family, Northamptonshire
'A very comfortable and well equipped cottage. We've thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Plenty of cafes and restaurants to choose from' - Mr and Mrs S, London
'A really lovely house - felt like home from home. As usual Dartmouth didn't disappoint - made even better by such a central location' - The L family and friends, Hampshire
'Very pleasant house in a central location. We had a lovely time, thank you!' - Ms J, Cheshire
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 30524
Name:
Grants Cottage C/o Coast & Country Cottages
Tel:
+44 (0)1803 839499
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