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Number 20   -   Classic style, central location, with privacy and parking

Dartmouth
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Number 20 is one of the rare spacious homes among the slender townhouses of Clarence Street. It’s just a short walk to explore Dartmouth’s diverse eateries and age-old inns yet is set back from the hustle and bustle for a truly relaxing stay. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms make it ideal for couples, groups, or families. There’s a relaxed living area and well-equipped kitchen plus a private patio with views across the town towards the river, plus a large garden and garage parking.


Accommodation:

The property is accessed via 12 steps to the left of the garage.

The front door leads from the patio into a large hallway which has plenty of storage space for boots and coats as well as a store cupboard under the stairs.

At the front of the property is the spacious and elegant living/dining room with views across to Kingswear and the hills above Dartmouth. This very light and airy room has lounge seating for six, including a window seat and large Freesat-enabled TV, as well as a dining area that will comfortably seat six.

Off the hallway, there is a well-equipped kitchen that includes an electric hob/oven, dishwasher, microwave, and fridge/freezer. There is also a utility room with a washing machine and sink unit leading to the back door and a WC.

The ground-floor bedroom is at the rear of the property with a double bed and a lovely en-suite bathroom which has a bath with an overhead power shower as well as a vanity unit.

On the first floor, you will find two bedrooms and a large bathroom. The first bedroom has a kingsize bed and dual aspect windows, giving views of the river as well as Dartmouth town. There are two wardrobes and a dressing table giving plenty of storage, and an easy chair. The second bedroom is a twin room with two single beds and clothes storage. There is also a large bathroom with a walk-in power shower.

There's central heating throughout.


Outside:

There is a private patio garden with outdoor furniture and attractive planters. There is a large garden to the side with seating. The private parking is a single garage that will fit a medium car. Bigger cars can be fitted in with the wing mirrors folded in and careful parking (a Land Rover Freelander and a Mercedes Vito van have been known to fit). Please note that the adjacent double garage photographed is not part of the property.

Sorry, but pets are not permitted at Number 20.
 
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 and brunch 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 riverside, you're spoilt 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

Individual and independent; quaint meets quality - browsing Dartmouth’s locally-run stores is a treat. From bespoke jewellery to designer fashion, eye-catching artworks and stylish boutiques. Venture into Foss Street and lose yourself in its variety - you’re bound to come away with a memento of your stay.


Towns to explore

The eclectic market town of Totnes is 14 miles from Dartmouth. Reach it by road or river to enjoy 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. Cute and colourful, Buckfast Butterflies and otter sanctuary is a must-see. And there’s another picturesque steam railway.

Further afield, the picturesque resort town of Salcombe is 20 miles away - its golden beaches and clear waters make for perfect lazy days, and are 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.

Tours and tastings of the award-winning Sharpham Wines and cheeses make for a mouth-watering excursion - now newly relocated to their Sandridge Barton vineyard - but be sure to book in advance.

The Woodlands Family Theme Park, just outside Dartmouth, is Devon's largest theme park, with rides, slides, as well as indoor and outdoor play. It's a year-round family favourite.

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

There are superb beaches close to hand. Blackpool Sands is a 10-minute drive from Dartmouth. This Blue Flag award-winning sand and shingle beach is great for swimming. There's also a café, shop, as well as canoe and paddleboard hire. Slapton Sands (5 miles from Dartmouth) stretches out across three miles of shoreline, helpfully laid out with three car parks and WC facilities. Behind Slapton Sands, you can 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 one of the world’s longest and most-popular trails - the South West Coast Path - can be picked up by Dartmouth Castle with a choice of wonderful walks along this great stretch of coastline.
Great location right on the edge of town and with the benefit of a parking space below. Garage is tight but we managed okay with our estate size car, everyone has to get out before you go in and get anything out of the boot as ours would have hit the roof! House was dusty in areas with a few cobwebs but this did not spoil our stay. Well equipped with lovely private patio which gets the sun most of the day. Seagulls are very vocal on the roof early doors as they are across town!
Overall a lovely stay and we would return. Gavin August 2024

"Excellent location so close to the river and shops and pubs you could easily not use your car at all. The house was very spacious much larger than expected and well equipped.The only thing that could be improved is the outside space needs new patio furniture with more seating (property sleeps 6 but only chairs for 4 ) also there was no barbecue as on the website description.but otherwise a really exelent home from home would definitely recommend" - Alan July 2022

"The property is a good size and in a great location for walks into Dartmouth and surrounding areas. It was out first trip to Dartmouth and we loved it and will definitely be coming back" - Tim - April 2022

"Absolutely lovely house, spotlessly clean and beds were very comfortable. Only thing missing in kitchen was a scorer to clean saucepans otherwise all was good. We had a great time and we recommend this holiday home to anyone." - M Wells - July 2021

"20 Clarence Street is a lovely, convenient and comfortable holiday home, with 3 good sized bedrooms, a well-stocked kitchen, a lovely living room with nice views and most importantly, plenty of bathrooms for 6 adults! It has a nice sized patio area with use of a barbecue. Spotlessly clean and comfortable, the house is very conveniently located in town, a few doors away from a pub and 5 minutes walk from the Embankment and the town centre. The approach up a steep drive might not suit a very long vehicle but most cars should be fine with it, and the use of a garage is absolutely brilliant in a place notorious for its lack of parking. We would highly recommend this property for anyone wanting a great holiday in Dartmouth" Peter - September 2020


"We stayed at number 20 and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. The house itself had everything we required and was very well equipped in the kitchen. We loved the quirky style of the house and it fitted with us perfectly. The house was very clean also. It exceeded our expectations and will definitely stay again!" Rebecca - July 2020


"We found the accommodation to be set in an ideal location to explore South Devon and a five minutes walk to the centre of Dartmouth. 20 Clarence Street was clean and comfortable and we would certainly return in the future. The car parking was fine, we found no problem parking a Golf size car in the garage but any larger would be a bit of a squeeze. A special thanks to all the team at Dart Valley Cottages for their help and service in these difficult times." Nicholas - July 2020


"Fantastic New Year stay very close to the centre with us leaving the car parked up for the break and lots of walking. Great communication and help from Dart Valley Cottages" Chris - December 2019

“Very homely well equipped cottage. Thank you!” Amy, Darren, Michael and Rob – 26 October – 2 November 2019

“My family stayed here while visiting me during my training (at the Naval College).Such a lovely place – so relaxing and great views! Officer Cadet Wagstaff – 18-20 October 2019

“Great town centre location. We’ve holidayed in Dartmouth many times and this house was one of the best: well-equipped, homely and a great location. The terrace garden is quiet and private and although the house sleeps 6, it’s possible to rent just the ground floor for 2 people (sole occupancy of house). Just take heed of the advice re garage size as it is fairly small and it’s not possible to leave your car on the shared drive. There is however street parking which is unrestricted after 6pm and out of season.” Lesley – 4-9 October 2019

“Perfect holiday accommodation in Dartmouth. We stayed in September and were very impressed by the location. Just a few minutes walk to the river, shops and restaurants, including a very handy Marks and Spencers food hall. We barely used the car but there is parking with the accommodation which is a bonus in this area. Beds really comfortable and 2 bathrooms. Couldn’t fault it.” Linda – 21-28 September 2019

“Comfortable home from home. House in very convenient position just a few minutes walk from town centre. Having parking available is a plus but we found the garage narrow for VW Golf, a larger car would be a struggle to park & be able to open the door. Plenty to do in Dartmouth & on the water so we parked up & managed without car for most of the week. Enjoyable week , sun every day.” Marlene – 29 June – 6 July 2019

“Comfortable “home from home” cottage. Ideal location and a garage! Great weather – lovely holiday” Mike and Marlene – 1-8 June 2019

“A great venue to explore Dartmouth – very spacious and clean, would come back” Nick and Em – 22-27 June 2019

“Very comfortable and cosy cottage – needed for the unfortunately unseasonal weather! We hope to return some day” John and Linda and John and Shirley 9-14 June 2019

“Great holiday. We will return soon. Great views and comfortable. We have stayed in several cottages in Dartmouth and this is definitely the BEST” Ivan, Leslee, Ellie and Henry – 13 – 27 April 2019

“Had a fabulous time. What a wonderful place to bring in he New Year. Look forward to coming back” The Davis Family – 29 December 2018 – 5 January 2019

“Beautifully furnished. Pretty touches – Family house. Lovely situation. Everything possibly needed in the kitchen! Perfect weather. Thank you so much!” 21-28 September 2018

“Lovely house – well equipped!! Good location and perfect weather! Thank you” Jessica and Steve – September 2018

“We all had a wonderful time. Very homely property. Plenty of space and very convenient. Lovely” 19 September 2018

“Lovely house, brilliant location, great weather. Want to stay” David, Ina, Peter, Tanis and Tilly – 10-17 August 2018

“Perfect house and location. Loved the patio. Weather perfect. Don’t want to leave EVER” Sharon, Mark, John and Tamzin – 3-10 August 2018

“Lovely house – very well equipped. Excellent location. Parking made life easy. Had great week with fantastic weather – enjoyed the patio!!” Sue and Brian – 20-27 July 2018

“We have enjoyed a lovely week here and the weather was great. Comfortable and nicely furnished house. Thank you” Jane and Chris – 6-13 July 2018

“A lovely house in a great location. Weather has been great too. Thank you” Alison and Graham – 29 June – 6 July 2018

“A wonderful house, beautifully furnished. It suited us absolutely perfectly. Loved the details, history and especially the library! Great location so close to the action” Tim and Laura and Alf, George and Harry – 27 May – 1 June 2018

“I came for a ‘quiet week’…and found what I needed – Thank you. Good also to explore the nearby footpaths and woods until the Beast From the East and Storm Emma gave us snow” Pat – 23 March 2018

“Wonderful cottage, beautiful location. Birthday weekend celebrations with fabulous friends” Linda, Jane, Paul ad Tony – 2 February 2018

“We have had a wonderful weekend celebrating Johns 70th birthday – a wonderful holiday home, cosy, warm, great views, thanks.” Liz, John, Giles, Jacob and Ami – 25 January 2018

“What a warm and wonderful Christmas here at Number 20! Loved every moment and will surely come again!” Beth – 29 December 2017

“A lovely well equipped house in a very good location. Enjoyed our week here and weather has been brilliant. Many Thanks.” Jane, Richard, Katherine, Sarah and Pete – 27th October 2017

“A lovely, clean, well appointed holiday home. Enjoyed every minute” David, Judith and Elaine – 5th October 2017

“Christine’s family connections with Dartmouth were a fabulous starting point to finding out more about this fascinating place” Veronica and David – 22nd September 2017

“Comfy, Clean and in good position. Visiting cat a treat” Brian, Chris, Roger and Jenny – 14th September 2017

“Lovely for the second time this year. Lovely view. Loved the new bedroom.” Jane, Nancy, Ian and Dexter – 25th August 2017

“Great location to enjoy Dartmouth without using a car. Loved the house and all of Dartmouth.” Carrie, Mark, Sam and Issy – 19th August 2017

“Lovely house, we have enjoyed staying here” Rosemary, Ian, Katy, Tracey and Thom – 11th August 2017

“Fabulous accommodation, beautiful location, comfy, homely bedroom, ample space, lovely village” Karen and Chris – 21st July 2017

“Lovely welcoming house, clean and comfortable! Like a home from home! Will definitely recommend to friends. Bonus was the garage! Salcombe and Blackpool Sands well worth a visit. The cruise to Greenway was excellent, especially as we are fans of Agatha Christie. All in all will be sad to go home.” Jan and Bob – 7th July 2017

“Great house, Fantastic position – brilliant to have garage. Love to come again” Dave and Olivia – 30th June 2017

“Don’t want to go home! Great visits to Greenway, Coleton Fishacre; walked to Dartmouth Castle, well worth the effort. Very well located property – comfortable and stunning views. 5 warm an sunny days was a treat!” Carol and Steve – 23rd June 2017

“Superb! Brilliant place, well located. Very good weather which made it 100%” Mr and Mrs Lane – 6th June 2017

“Lovely stay, great weather. Recommend Greenway by boat, Coleton Fishacre, Spice Bazaar and Floating Bridge Inn” Bob – 26th May 2017

“Another lovely stay, warm, clean, cosy and welcoming! Back for Regatta! Looking forward to it already!” Jane and Dave – 20th May 2017

“Lovely house- a real home from home in a peaceful location with a bonus of a garage = clean car!” Frank and Dol – 12th May 2017

“Thank you for a lovely stay. Great location.” Melissa, James, Chloe, James and Jenny – 18th April 2017

“What a special amd perfect cottae to begin the New Year in! Thank you so much xxx” Annabel, Tommy, Callum and Gem – 29th December 2016

“Magical Christmas spent at Number 20. Thank you very much.” Maggie and Ian – 23rd December 2016

“We had a lovely break, house is perfect, weather was perfect, No parking problems. Bliss. Thank you.” Mark and Carol – 28th October 2016

“A lovely warm and welcoming, well equipped house, great location and really nice sunny patio! Love the Decor, love the shower!” Jane and Dave – 28th October 2016

“Superb house and very convenient location. Will recommend. Thank you.” Clare and John – 30th September 2016

“Great location – Peaceful and relaxing break – Thank you!” Liz and Rob – 17th September 2016

“Loved Dartmouth and this well decorated house, Enjoyed our stay and will be back!” Penny and Shaun – 9th September 2016

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 and brunch 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 riverside, you're spoilt 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

Individual and independent; quaint meets quality - browsing Dartmouth’s locally-run stores is a treat. From bespoke jewellery to designer fashion, eye-catching artworks and stylish boutiques. Venture into Foss Street and lose yourself in its variety - you’re bound to come away with a memento of your stay.


Towns to explore

The eclectic market town of Totnes is 14 miles from Dartmouth. Reach it by road or river to enjoy 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. Cute and colourful, Buckfast Butterflies and otter sanctuary is a must-see. And there’s another picturesque steam railway.

Further afield, the picturesque resort town of Salcombe is 20 miles away - its golden beaches and clear waters make for perfect lazy days, and are 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.

Tours and tastings of the award-winning Sharpham Wines and cheeses make for a mouth-watering excursion - now newly relocated to their Sandridge Barton vineyard - but be sure to book in advance.

The Woodlands Family Theme Park, just outside Dartmouth, is Devon's largest theme park, with rides, slides, as well as indoor and outdoor play. It's a year-round family favourite.

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

There are superb beaches close to hand. Blackpool Sands is a 10-minute drive from Dartmouth. This Blue Flag award-winning sand and shingle beach is great for swimming. There's also a café, shop, as well as canoe and paddleboard hire. Slapton Sands (5 miles from Dartmouth) stretches out across three miles of shoreline, helpfully laid out with three car parks and WC facilities. Behind Slapton Sands, you can 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 one of the world’s longest and most-popular trails - 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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