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Keepers Cottage has the best of both worlds. Holiday at your own pace in a self-catering home to call your own, while also having access to the dining, spa, and leisure facilities on your doorstep – situated as you are on the grounds of The Dartmouth Hotel, Golf & Spa. The pool and tennis courts are yours to enjoy. Relax and dine at your leisure preparing your own fine meals to dine around your own table or let the clubhouse chefs do the work for you. The choice is always yours.
The beautiful riverside town of Dartmouth is only a 5-minute drive away with its superb array of shops, restaurants and boat rides on the river. The quaint village of Dittisham is also nearby - from where you can catch the quick ferry to Agatha Christie's exquisite holiday home and gardens at Greenway. Superb beaches are also within striking distance at Blackpool Sands and Slapton Sands.
Accommodation:
A beautifully-presented cottage with an open-plan living/dining and kitchen area. The modern kitchen is well equipped with integrated dishwater, washer-dryer, NEFF oven, fridge, freezer, and microwave.
The living area has ample comfortable seating for the whole family and a delightful French window that opens down into the courtyard garden (5 steps) - perfect for al fresco dining and relaxing after a day's exploring.
On the first floor, there are two generously-sized en-suite bedrooms. The main bedroom has a king-size bed, and bedroom two has a 4ft double bed and a 3ft single bed.
Ground source heat pumps provide the heating and hot water.
Outside:
French doors lead out from the lounge space down a few steps into the patio area - furnished so that it's great for dining al fresco, or simply relaxing while taking in the idyllic countryside views.
Dartmouth Hotel, Golf & Spa Complex
The cottage has full access to the spa and tennis courts. Admission to the 18-hole championship golf course can be booked at the hotel - it has the most outstanding views. Golf lessons and access to the putting green are also available to hone your skills. The restaurant is only a short walk where you can enjoy a wide menu throughout the day. The spa offers one of the only Rasul treatments in Devon (all information and how to book treatments can be found on The Dartmouth Hotel, Golf & Spa website).
Parking:
There is one allocated parking space on site and additional ample free parking in the main car park. It's then just a two-minute walk along the path to Keepers Cottage. There are then two ways to get to the cottage itself - either via 24 steps to the front of the cottage, or a more-accessible ramp to the side of the communal lawns.
Nearby:
The Dartmouth Golf & Spa is across from the car park and offers two exceptional golf courses, a bar, a restaurant, and a leisure and spa complex with a swimming pool. The 18-hole championship golf course has the most outstanding views. Beyond the grounds, you are a one-minute drive from Woodlands Leisure Park. historic Dartmouth, and the beaches at Stoke Fleming are a 5-minute drive away.
Property Type
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Family Friendly
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House
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Cottage
Key Features
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Flexible Changeover
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Onsite Parking for 2 Cars
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Rural
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Onsite Parking
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Communal Pool
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Garden
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Patio Garden
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Ensuite shower
Key Contents
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Freezer
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Hob
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Linen and Towels Provided
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Pots and Pans
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Washing Machine
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Cutlery and Crockery
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Fridge
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Iron & Ironing Board
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Microwave
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Toaster
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Dishwasher
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Hair Dryer
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Kettle
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Oven
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Tumble Dryer
Dartmouth is a town steeped in maritime history, from the castle at the mouth of the river that has stood for over 600 years, to the cobbled quayside at Bayards Cove where the Mayflower was made ship-shape before its voyage from Plymouth to America in the 1600s, up to the imposing Britannia Royal Naval College overlooking the town, defending the nation's seas since the early 1900s.
Dartmouth's renowned variety of shops and restaurants are on your doorstep, including breakfast hotspot Café Alf Resco - a hit with locals and visitors alike. At Bayards Cove, see where final repairs were made to the Mayflower before she set sail from Plymouth and onto America. On the riverfront, you're spoiled for choice for seafood dining and drinks while you watch the boats drift along the river. There are also fast, frequent ferries, leisurely boat rides, and not forgetting the steam train from Kingswear and its romantic route along the valley shoreline and onto Totnes and Torbay .
Dining Out
Vibrant cafés and delis, cosy inns, and sublime seafood - all within walking distance - including TV chef Mitch Tonks' go-to restaurants ‘The Seahorse’ and ‘Rockfish’. Local favourites include Kendrick’s and Taylor's in the town centre, as well as hearty pub meals at The Floating Bridge and historic The Dartmouth Arms. The Sportsman’s Arms, as you head out of town, is a favourite for a Sunday carvery. The surrounding villages also have culinary gems, such as the Laughing Monk in Strete, and Radius 7 in Stoke Fleming.
Shopping
If you prefer to cook yourself - or to stock up as you start your visit - there are supermarkets on the main road into Dartmouth (Sainsbury’s and Lidl). There's also an M&S Food Hall and a Co-Op in Dartmouth town centre, plus independent shops selling local produce.
Towns to explore
The eclectic market town of Totnes is a 10-mile drive, with its broad mix of shops and restaurants (especially for some tasty, inventive, vegetarian and vegan cuisine). From Totnes, the English Riviera is easily accessible (including the steam train to Paignton). Torbay offers golden beaches, exhilarating sea sports, and quaint fishing port tranquillity. Head inland to Buckfastleigh to get hands-on learning about the animals at Pennywell Farm.
Further afield, the picturesque resort town of Salcombe is 20 miles away - its golden beaches and clear waters making for perfect lazy days, and superb for sailing.
Local places of interest
The striking Dartmouth Castle sits at the mouth of the river. Learn how Dartmouth's first coastal line of defence kept the port safe from enemy ships and pirates.
The grand former holiday estate of the world's greatest crime writer - Agatha Christie - is open during the summer months. Explore the resplendent gardens and the magnificent house. Reach it by ferry or steam train from Dartmouth.
Tour the Sharpham Vineyard near the village of Ashprington for a great insight into the production of award-winning English wines and cheeses - but be sure to book in advance.
The neighbouring Woodlands Family Theme Park is just around d the corner. It's Devon's largest theme park and is a year-round family favourite with rides, slides, as well as indoor and outdoor play.
If you're tempted to learn sailing, Marshalls Sailing School in Dittisham offers sailing and stand-up paddle boarding lessons to people of all levels in a quiet part of the river just upstream from Dartmouth.
Beaches and Walks
Superb beaches are a 10-minute drive away. Blackpool Sands (3 miles away is a Blue Flag award-winning sand and shingle beach, and is great for swimming. There's also a café, shop, and canoe and paddleboard hire. A little further and you'll find Slapton Sands which stretches out across three miles of shoreline - helpfully laid-out with three car parks and WC facilities. Behind Slapton Sands, you could also take a tranquil walk through Slapton Ley.
For a more-adventurous ramble, the Dart Valley Trail is a 10-mile circular walk up and down the Dart, with crossings at Dittisham and Dartmouth. And the South West Coast Path can be picked up by Dartmouth Castle with a choice of wonderful walks along this great stretch of coastline.
"Lovely place to stay - fabulous cottage" - Lucy - January 2023
"Wonderful stay at Keepers Cottage. Great facilities at the golf course; swimming pool, spa, restaurant and bar. Also really well located; close to Dartmouth, Totnes and Salcombe, as well as Woodlands Leisure park that my son really enjoyed. The house was clean and well equipped. Beds a little soft for us but probably just a personal thing. We also enjoyed the collection of DVD's for rainy days. Many thanks for a great stay. We would definitely recommend." - Sarah & Patrick - October 2022
"Great experience. Enjoyable stay. Beautiful area. Use of hotel facility was a great bonus. Highly recommended." Faranak - August 2022
"Very homely and comfortable everything here you could possibly need to enjoy a self catering holiday. Pool and spa facilities are ace and staff very helpful. Dining at the bistro is also lovely with great staff and delicious food. The woodlands is a must if you have kids such a brilliant place it kept us entertained from 9.30am up until closing time. All in all a thoroughly enjoyable break and so close to so much picturesque landscape surely something for everyone." - Alcoat Family - October 2021
Dartmouth is a town steeped in maritime history, from the castle at the mouth of the river that has stood for over 600 years, to the cobbled quayside at Bayards Cove where the Mayflower was made ship-shape before its voyage from Plymouth to America in the 1600s, up to the imposing Britannia Royal Naval College overlooking the town, defending the nation's seas since the early 1900s.
Dartmouth's renowned variety of shops and restaurants are on your doorstep, including breakfast hotspot Café Alf Resco - a hit with locals and visitors alike. At Bayards Cove, see where final repairs were made to the Mayflower before she set sail from Plymouth and onto America. On the riverfront, you're spoiled for choice for seafood dining and drinks while you watch the boats drift along the river. There are also fast, frequent ferries, leisurely boat rides, and not forgetting the steam train from Kingswear and its romantic route along the valley shoreline and onto Totnes and Torbay .
Dining Out
Vibrant cafés and delis, cosy inns, and sublime seafood - all within walking distance - including TV chef Mitch Tonks' go-to restaurants ‘The Seahorse’ and ‘Rockfish’. Local favourites include Kendrick’s and Taylor's in the town centre, as well as hearty pub meals at The Floating Bridge and historic The Dartmouth Arms. The Sportsman’s Arms, as you head out of town, is a favourite for a Sunday carvery. The surrounding villages also have culinary gems, such as the Laughing Monk in Strete, and Radius 7 in Stoke Fleming.
Shopping
If you prefer to cook yourself - or to stock up as you start your visit - there are supermarkets on the main road into Dartmouth (Sainsbury’s and Lidl). There's also an M&S Food Hall and a Co-Op in Dartmouth town centre, plus independent shops selling local produce.
Towns to explore
The eclectic market town of Totnes is a 10-mile drive, with its broad mix of shops and restaurants (especially for some tasty, inventive, vegetarian and vegan cuisine). From Totnes, the English Riviera is easily accessible (including the steam train to Paignton). Torbay offers golden beaches, exhilarating sea sports, and quaint fishing port tranquillity. Head inland to Buckfastleigh to get hands-on learning about the animals at Pennywell Farm.
Further afield, the picturesque resort town of Salcombe is 20 miles away - its golden beaches and clear waters making for perfect lazy days, and superb for sailing.
Local places of interest
The striking Dartmouth Castle sits at the mouth of the river. Learn how Dartmouth's first coastal line of defence kept the port safe from enemy ships and pirates.
The grand former holiday estate of the world's greatest crime writer - Agatha Christie - is open during the summer months. Explore the resplendent gardens and the magnificent house. Reach it by ferry or steam train from Dartmouth.
Tour the Sharpham Vineyard near the village of Ashprington for a great insight into the production of award-winning English wines and cheeses - but be sure to book in advance.
The neighbouring Woodlands Family Theme Park is just around d the corner. It's Devon's largest theme park and is a year-round family favourite with rides, slides, as well as indoor and outdoor play.
If you're tempted to learn sailing, Marshalls Sailing School in Dittisham offers sailing and stand-up paddle boarding lessons to people of all levels in a quiet part of the river just upstream from Dartmouth.
Beaches and Walks
Superb beaches are a 10-minute drive away. Blackpool Sands (3 miles away is a Blue Flag award-winning sand and shingle beach, and is great for swimming. There's also a café, shop, and canoe and paddleboard hire. A little further and you'll find Slapton Sands which stretches out across three miles of shoreline - helpfully laid-out with three car parks and WC facilities. Behind Slapton Sands, you could also take a tranquil walk through Slapton Ley.
For a more-adventurous ramble, the Dart Valley Trail is a 10-mile circular walk up and down the Dart, with crossings at Dittisham and Dartmouth. And the South West Coast Path can be picked up by Dartmouth Castle with a choice of wonderful walks along this great stretch of coastline.
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