Guests say
Woodbine House is praised for its stunning views over the Dart estuary, spacious layout, and excellent location for exploring Dartmouth and the surrounding area. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and family-friendly features. The unique upside-down layout and balcony are highlights. Some guests noted areas needing attention, such as cleanliness, maintenance, and the steep approach, but overall, the property offers a memorable and enjoyable stay in a beautiful setting.
Several guests found the property clean and comfortable, but there were notable concerns about dirty windows, mould on the balcony and patio furniture, and some maintenance issues affecting overall cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its breathtaking views and proximity to Dartmouth and local attractions. The steep hill and challenging parking are mentioned, but most guests felt the views and setting more than made up for these minor inconveniences.
Guests found the house spacious, beds comfortable, and the living areas relaxing. The upside-down layout and large bathroom were appreciated, though a few minor safety suggestions were made for families with young children.
The property is generally well-equipped, with positive mentions of the kitchen, dishwasher, and TVs. However, some guests reported missing or broken items (washing machine, oven gloves, hair dryer, stair lights), and maintenance issues were noted.
There are no references to welcome gifts or special touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
With panoramic views to Dartmouth and the river Dart, Woodbine House is perfectly positioned to explore the beautiful area.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Second Floor:
Living/dining room: (No TV), French Doors Leading To Balcony, French Doors Leading To Balcony.
. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Front garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Balcony. Public car park, 800 yards away; additional on road parking. No smoking.. Woodbine House is a traditional two-bedroom house which lies a short way up the steep Wood Lane and overlooks the River Dart from almost every room. A full-width balcony which enjoys the afternoon and evening sun is accessed by French doors from both the living and dining areas and provides breathtaking panoramic views. Stylishly furnished, it has been awarded the prestigious 4-star grade.
Situated in a peaceful setting the house is just a short walk from the ferries across the river to lively Dartmouth and the marina car park. From the delightful setting of Kingswear alongside the River Dart, guests are perfectly located to explore and discover the natural delights of this area. Take a ride on the Dartmouth Steam Railway, winding along the banks of the river and then along the Paignton coastline. Relax on board a boat trip up to Dartmouth, taking in the spectacular rural views and an array of wildlife en route.
For those of a more active nature join the South West Coastal Path as it undulates and winds its way to Brixham, challenging but ultimately rewarding with unrivalled coastal views. Along the way stop off at Coleton Fishacre, owned by the National Trust and the former residence of the D’Oyly Carte family and home to a 30-acre garden.
Across the river from Kingswear is the historic naval town of Dartmouth. Easily accessible by regular foot or car ferry and is a great reason to stroll through the narrow lanes and discover the array of galleries showcasing local art. The Britannia Naval College can also be visited on certain days along with the remains of Dartmouth Castle, at the mouth of the River Dart.
Free WiFi
Reviews (9)
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Robert Bryce
Lovely views ovver Dart estuary. Well equipped. Needs care carrying food from kitchen up ro living/dining area.
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Confirmed Guest
Great house - comfortable and well equipped, it does have a telly (two in fact!) and a washing machine. Best feature is the balcony - the views are stunning and a perfect place to watch life on the river. The house is on a very steep road but worth the climb for those views!
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely house, had everything we needed. A parking space would have been nice but we found free parking on the road above (listing mentions 1 week parking at the marina but this was not an option that we found at that site).Please be aware, when the listing mentions a steep hill, I really means steep. Not for the faint hearted. You have been warned 😀