Guests say
Huffin is a well-presented, clean cottage in Dartmouth, appreciated for its central location and the convenience of having a parking space. Guests find it comfortable, with a well-equipped kitchen and cosy lounge. The property's unique layout and steep access road are noted, with some concerns about the lower floor's dampness and the need for maintenance on outdoor areas.
The property is generally described as clean and well-maintained, with several guests noting its cleanliness. However, there are comments about outdoor furniture needing cleaning and the back steps being slippery when wet, which slightly affects the score.
The central location is highly praised for its proximity to local amenities and attractions. However, the narrow access road and difficulty in navigating it, especially for larger vehicles, have been a concern for some guests, impacting the score.
Guests find the property comfortable, with comfy beds and a cosy lounge. However, issues with heating on the lower floor and the steepness of the stairs have been mentioned, which affects the overall comfort for some visitors.
The property is equipped with a well-appointed kitchen and modern amenities. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as dampness, heating problems, and the need for additional safety features like hand grips in showers, which lowers the score.
While the property offers a range of amenities and some guests have mentioned the inclusion of picnic utensils, there are no specific references to gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the host, so it is not possible to score this category.
About this property
Offering a fabulous three-storey property in the heart of South Devon's popular riverside town of Dartmouth, Huffin is a wonderful base for a holiday exploring the South Hams. Being just a short stroll from the town centre and enjoying a balcony for al fresco dining, Huffin is perfect for a relaxing break in Dartmouth. Enter the property from the street and be welcomed onto the first floor, where a king-size bedroom with an en-suite shower room awaits. Travel down the staircase to the ground floor to find the lovely open-plan living space, here you can relax on the large corner sofa in the evenings watching TV or playing a DVD, enjoy meals at the dining table when you're not eating out, and make use of the well-equipped, neat kitchen area. Sit out on the balcony, which benefits from afternoon and evening sun, sipping a refreshing drink after a day of exploring. Head down a further flight of stairs to the lower ground floor and discover the kingsize bedroom and the family shower room with a large walk-in shower. As an alternative to the en suite bedroom on the entrance level, there is a further bedroom with bunkbeds. Step out onto the streets of Dartmouth and begin exploring, find out about the history of the town via the Dartmouth Mayflower Heritage Trail, split into three sections, this trail was created to mark the 400th anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower, painting a picture of Dartmouth in the 17th century via a 21st century app you can download to your phone for a self-guided tour! Discover Dartmouth Castle on The Castle Trail and be amazed by this 15th century fortress still standing tall watching over the mouth of the River Dart. Head out on the river yourself with Sea Kayak Devon and take a guided sea kayak tour of the waters, or choose to hire a boat and cruise along the waters at your leisure. The Royal Avenue Gardens are the perfect place for a picnic, with a beautiful ornate stone fountain from 1897, which commemorates Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee, and an abundance of flower beds and shrubs. The gorgeous shingle beach of Blackpool Sands is a just a short drive from Dartmouth and is one of the country's favourite beaches. The South West Coast Path presents an easy way to explore the idyllic coast, with lots more coastal villages and towns along the way to admire, including Dittisham, Stoke Fleming, and Slapton. Huffin is a charming base for a delightful stay in Dartmouth.
A popular holiday destination located in the South Hams area of South Devon, Dartmouth is a wonderful town on the banks of the River Dart Estuary. The town is full of picturesque properties resting on the hillside, looking out towards the neighbouring town across the river of Kingswear, and is bursting with lovely local businesses, shops, eateries and restaurants to enjoy. It is home to Dartmouth Harbour, Royal Avenue Gardens, and Dartmouth Museum.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x lower-ground-floor king-size, 1 x lower-ground-floor bunk room available on request as an alternative to the en suite bedroom on the entrance level.
Lower-ground-floor shower room with shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with balcony
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave,
dishwasher, washing machine, TV, DAB radio/Bluetooth speaker and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for one car.
Balcony with seating.
Sorry no smoking.
Up to two small dogs accepted at a charge of £25.00 per dog.
Shop and pub 0.2 miles.
Note: This property is not suitable for those with mobility issues due to it having two flights of stairs and is for a maximum of 4 guests.
Nearby points of interest
- Golden Hind
Reviews (21)
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Wendy
A wonderful comfortable house ideal for 2 couples or a couple with 2 children. Itâs so central to all Dartmouth has to offer. A few minutes walk & youâre by the river for ferries to Kingswear & buses to Totnes, Torcross & Plymouth. The kitchen is well equipped & the washing machine was a real bonus. The road is extremely narrow but to have a car park space this central to town was fantastic.
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Donna
Otherwise we loved our stay
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Philip
Not enough basic cleaning equipment . On The upside the Kitchen was adequate .Lounge very comfortable Lower ground floor bedroom very comfortable .and a good downstairs bathroom