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Slipway House Dartmouth & Kingswear, South Devon

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"We have had such a lovely break in this fabulous house. It is the perfect house for a family to visit Dartmouth and the surrounding area." Jun 08
"We have stayed in many places in Dartmouth - this is the best. We will be back!" May 08
"Loved lying in bed and watching the boats on the river and the slipway by the Yacht Club is the perfect place for an evening G&T." May 08
"What a great New Year! We've had a fantastic time, not long enough! Excellent location, house superb - can't fault anything. We'll be back!" Jan 08
"A wonderful week's holiday; magnificent property - interesting, characterful and a location to die (almost!) for" John Humphries, September 2008
Quality In Tourism Rating 4 Star
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  • 4 bedroom period town house, sleeps 8.
  • Situated directly on the riverside.
  • Stunning views across the River Dart.
  • Parking in garage for a small car or boat.

Slipway House occupies a unique position within yards of the River Dart.  Guests can enjoy views of the River Dart and Dartmouth from several of the rooms, while the patio is an ideal place to sit and relax in the sun.  

It is conveniently located for the Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway whose terminus is a short hop across the road and, needless to say, the foot and car ferries to Dartmouth.

Kingswear Village Stores will do deliveries free of charge to Blue Chip properties located in Kingswear. They stock a good range of general produce in addition to cider, fruit, vegetables and meat all of which are locally sourced. If you would like to arrange for a delivery for your arrival day or during your stay please call them on 01803 752291. Payment is by cash or cheque on delivery and all orders must be placed 48 hours in advance. Deliveries are available Mon – Sat 7am – 6pm, unfortunately there are no deliveries on a Sunday.

This property is ideal for families with plenty of nearby children's activities eg. crabbing from the nearby beach, steam train to Paignton and family friendly blue flag beaches.
The local transport is good with buses and ferries to nearby towns, once you're here there's no need to use the car! 

Please note: There is a travel cot supplied in this property to accommodate younger guests.

Living

  • Views over the river and across to Dartmouth.
  • 2x three seater sofas and 2x armchairs.
  • A marble fireplace with an electric fire.
  • Occasional furniture and a music system.
  • Entertainment is provided by a TV with digital Freeview and a DVD player.

Kitchen

Kitchen

  • The spacious kitchen/diner is located on the ground floor and overlooks the slipway and the River Dart.
  • Fully fitted with a fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave dishwasher and a comprehensive selection of utensils, crockery and glassware.

Dining

  • The dining area (situated within kitchen) has a music system and a TV.
  • Views overlook the slipway and river.
  • A large wooden dining table with eight matching chairs.

Sleeping

Master bedroom with en-suite

  • Located on the top floor with spectacular views over the river.
  • Furnished with a king-size bed, 2 bedside cabinets with lamps, a double wardrobe and chest of drawers.
  • En-suite comprises a shower cubicle, w.c. and wash basin.

Bedroom two

  • Overlooking Priory Gardens, this room is furnished with a double bed, 2 bedside tables with lamps, a 7 drawer chest and a matching wardrobe.

Bedroom Three

  • With river views, this room has bunk beds, wardrobe and matching chest of drawers.

Bedroom Four

  • Located on the first floor, this room features two single beds, 2 bedside tables with lamps and plenty of built-in storage space.

  • There is also a travel cot available for younger guests, stored in the wardrobe in bedroom three.

Bathroom

Bathroom one

  • Located on the ground floor with a w.c., bath with shower mixer taps and wash basin.

Bathroom two

  • Located on the first floor it comprises a bath, wash basin and w.c.

En-suite to bedroom one

  • Featuring a shower, wash basin and w.c.

Outside

  • There is a garage which is big enough for a small car or boat.
  • On-street parking is available.
  • A sunny terrace to the rear.
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Map and Local Area
Dartmouth

Steeped with architectural beauty, pretty narrow lanes and natural elegance, Dartmouth is the jewel in the South West. Renowned for its boutique shops and galleries, delightful delicatessens, gourmet restaurants, harbour side and port it has something to suit every taste.

Situated directly on the River Dart, Dartmouth has many events and delights to enjoy throughout the year such as The Dartmouth Royal Regatta, the music festival, the food and wine festival and for food lovers there are many fine restaurants to tantalize your taste buds. Plus, the waterfront bars and cafes are the perfect places to sit and watch the world go by.

There are many attractions close by including The Flavel, in the town centre which offers a selection of cinema, art, theatre, talks, live music, kids’ clubs, café, workshops and rainy day events. Dartmouth Castle, where you’ll embark on an exciting journey through medieval times to WWII with stunning views of the River Dart, areas of National Trust and Woodlands Leisure park.

Nearby beaches, coastal walks and The English Riviera are just a short ferry ride away and offer a wealth of activities and adventure!

Kingswear

Kingswear is situated on the banks of the River Dart, and has a quiet villagey feel to it away from the hustle and bustle of larger resorts. Regular car and passenger ferries cross the River Dart to Dartmouth, where you will find beautiful boutiques, antiques, art galleries and plenty of restaurants and café’s. You can also take a boat trip to Torquay and Brixham, taking in more of the spectacular coastline.

Kingswear village is a quiet retreat and comprises a village store, a post office, and a few pubs and restaurants.

The Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway finishes here and is a step back in time to a forgotten era. It runs from April to October and on selected days in December for special Christmas trips, and cuts through some of the most beautiful countryside on the English Riviera.

Close by is the National Trust property, Coleton Fishacre, an Arts and Crafts-style house with an elegant Art Deco-influenced interior. The gardens are particularly spectacular and include many rare and exotic plants.

By car, Brixham is 4 miles, Paignton is 7 miles and the cosmopolitan town of Torquay is 11 miles away.

In September South Devon hosts a walking festival with a wide variety of activities taking place. For more information on the festival please see http://www.southdevonwalkingfestival.co.uk/.

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