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The Shell House

Dartmouth, Devon
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A cottage full of quirky personality in convenient central location
  • Unusual shell-covered facade gives instant curb appeal
  • Recently renovated to a very high standard throughout

Property code: OC-BCSHEL

This smart town house stands out for all the right reasons. Striking both inside and out, it’s ideal for a small family or two couples who want to fully experience Dartmouth life. One pet can join in the holiday fun too – the town is ultra-dog-friendly!

On a quiet street of handsome houses there’s no mistaking which one is yours – with a quirky shell-embedded exterior, this former fisherman’s residence makes a style statement from the outset! Inside, you’ll delight in a beautifully modern property where neutral tones contrast with bright splashes of colour in the soft furnishings and accessories that have been selected specially to suit each room. The ground floor is the main social space of the house, an open-plan living, kitchen and dining room with a wood burner, Smart TV and Nespresso KRUPS Coffee Machine among the home-from-home must-haves. On the first floor is a double bedroom and family bathroom, while a spacious master bedroom with a king-size bed and Smart TV fills the second floor.

A rich maritime heritage and full calendar of events makes Dartmouth a year-round destination and this mid-terrace masterpiece is just a couple of streets away from the bustling harbour and town centre. Enjoy a true taste of Devon at the eateries and shop for souvenirs in an eclectic mix of independent stores – no visit is complete without a tour of the iconic Britannia Royal Naval College, half a mile from your holiday home. For a longer walk, follow the South West Coast Path to Compass Cove (2 miles) at the mouth of the River Dart – the beach here is a real suntrap. Alternatively, stroll 300m through the gorgeous Royal Avenue Gardens to jump on a ferry across the river and you’ll be in pretty Kingswear in minutes.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric oven, electric hob, Fridge, microwave, Nespresso KRUPS coffee machine (Guests to supply their own pods), Nespresso milk frother, washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Wood burner, logs not provided
  • 3 TVs
  • Travel cot, highchair, stairgate
  • Parking in public pay and display car park less than 0.25 miles
  • Pub 0.1 miles, shop 0.1 miles, beach 4 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Nicola Hindmarsh

This property is personally managed by Nicola.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Ian 24th November 2023

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Reviewed by Darren 2nd October 2023

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Reviewed by Austin 25th September 2023

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Lovely quirky property, ideal location for a short break

Reviewed by Philip 20th September 2023

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Reviewed by Angela 10th September 2023

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Reviewed by John 3rd September 2023

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Shell House in Dartmouth was a lovely property to holiday in. All of the local amenities are really close and the property itself was lovely.

Reviewed by Susan 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Ian 4th April 2023

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Excellent cottage in excellent location!

Reviewed by Louise 18th January 2023

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Reviewed by Susan 1st November 2022

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Marvellous property furnished to a high standard. It is a historic Dartmouth property and so very refreshing to see it so sympathetically refurbished

Reviewed by Sarah 27th September 2022

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Reviewed by Joe 20th August 2022

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Lovely little cottage, in an excellent location. Very well equipped considering its small size, beds were very comfortable and the kids welcomed Netflix et al on the TVs in every room. All that Dartmouth had to offer was only a stone throw away, but the cottage is nicely tucked away in a side street away from the crowds. Only negative wouldRead more be around the parking situation, some earlier reviews and the in-cottage welcome pack both mention a parking permit being available, this however was not the case and we had to play car park roulette each day to ensure we werent overstaying short stay time limits etc. The park and ride is an option but at busy times even this fills up (August visit). Excellent stay at the Shell House, well probably return again for another short stay in Dartmouth. Hide

Reviewed by Norman 29th May 2022

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The Travel Chapter Limited trading as Marsdens Devon Cottages is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 313486) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts as an intermediary.
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