Guests say
Guests are captivated by the stunning views and prime location of 21 Above Town, with its proximity to local amenities and the harbour. The property's cleanliness and comfort are well-regarded, although some guests suggest improvements in maintenance. The inclusion of a garage is appreciated, despite its tight fit for larger vehicles.
The property is generally praised for its cleanliness, with specific commendation for being 'spotlessly clean'. However, there are concerns about the smell of pillow protectors, suggesting room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its exceptional views and convenience to town, restaurants, and coastal walks. The steep access and steps are noted, but do not significantly detract from the overall positive feedback.
Comfort is acknowledged as satisfactory with a 'very comfortable' living space. Criticisms include the need for blackout curtains and a more suitable duvet for warmer weather, indicating some areas that could enhance comfort.
Facilities are deemed adequate with all essentials for a self-catering holiday. However, guests have suggested improvements such as better garage access, light-blocking curtains, and the addition of a hair dryer.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owner, therefore this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Close to the centre of Dartmouth, within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is this charming property, 21 Above Town. All of the rooms overlook the River Dart and showcasing views of Kingswear, Dartmouth Castle and the steam railway, this property is ideal for a family of six wanting to enjoy the best of Devon's coast and countryside. Private parking is available in the garage, and you can enter the property at street level, where you will find hooks to hang up your coats, before heading up the staircase to the first floor of the property. Here you will find a cosy and inviting living/dining room with a large comfy sofa and arm chairs to relax on, arranged around the feature fireplace, housing an electric fire, where you can enjoy a family movie night in the evening on the TV with DVD Player and FreeSat. There is a dining table for six, offering the perfect place to enjoy a home-cooked meal together, while the balcony doors open up onto a small balcony, where you can sit out with a glass of wine, enjoying the spectacular views across to Kingswear across the rooftops and the River Dart and out to sea past Dartmouth Castle. The well-equipped kitchen has sleek white units and offers all of the appliances you could wish for during your stay, as well as a picture window offering yet more spectacular views. There is a king-size double bedroom on this floor, with ample storage and a seat by the window where you can enjoy the wonderful views on offer, served by the family bathroom. Head up to the second floor to find a further two bedrooms, comprising of a kingsize with a convenient en-suite shower room, plus a twin room for children, both with plenty of storage and making the most of the wonderful views. The property is within walking distance of a plethora of shops, pubs, restaurants and cafés, as well as the picturesque Royal Avenue Gardens, which sits alongside the idyllic harbour. Visit the 16th century Tudor fortress of Bayard's Cove Fort, along with Dartmouth Castle, which overlooks the Dart Estuary and enjoy a day at the beach on the golden sand of Sugary Cove Beach. Hire a boat to cross the river to Kingswear, where you'll find a castle, facing out towards Dartmoor Castle, as well as the National Trust's Coleton Fishacre House & Gardens, and enjoy exploring the south coast further by train with a journey along the Dartmouth Steam Railway. Walkers and cyclists can join the South West Coast Path to find a lovely selection of beaches within the South Devon AONB towards Salcombe, while heading east from Kingswear will lead towards the stunning English Riviera and the seaside towns of Brixham and Paignton. Enjoy plenty of day out opportunities and discover the picturesque South Devon coast from this wonderful holiday accommodation.
Dartmouth lies on the banks of the River Dart estuary in the South Hams area of South Devon. Located within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and close to the coast, Dartmouth is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Devon, with a picturesque waterfront, ancient narrow streets lined with boutique shops, restaurants and art galleries, plus many local events such as the annual Dart Music Festival and the Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta. There are many wonderful cycling and walking routes around Dartmouth, including the South West Coast Path, the Dart Valley Trail and plenty of quiet country lanes.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x kingsize with en-suite shower room, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
First-floor kitchen.
First-floor living/dining room with electric fire and balcony
Electric heating with electric fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD Player, Newly carpeted lounge and new sofa suite.
FreeSat and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Garage parking for 1 car- (Length 15ft by height 6ft by width 6ft 10").
Balcony with seating.
Sorry, no pets.
Strictly No Smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Property sleeps a maximum of four adults and two children.
Note: Limited head height in the en-suite shower room as there are steps up to get into the shower
Nearby points of interest
- Dartmouth Castle
- Golden Hind
- Burgh Island
- Blackpool Sands
- South Sands Beach
- Shaldon Beach
- Bantham Beach
- Torquay Museum
- Babbacombe Model Village
Reviews (12)
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Matthew
Great location for the shops, restaurants, harbour and coastal walks. Property is a little dated but very comfortable. Parking is a nightmare in Dartmouth - we took our smaller car, an Audi A3 which we managed to squeeze into the garage. Alternative would have been the park and ride out of town or shuffling around between the various town car parks which are all short stay. I would recommend this property.
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Jeanette
The scenery from every window is breathtaking. We didn't watch much TV, we didn't need to. The property was clean to a very good level & had Everything you need for a good holiday.
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Phillip
What a superb apartment, spotlessly clean and with an exceptional view of the estuary. No need to worry about the smart TV just watch the view there is always something going on. A definite plus is garage parking which is a real bonus in Dartmouth. The garage is likely to be a pretty tight fit for larger cars but it was fine for our Mini. Probably about 2-3 inches to spare either side of the wing mirrors. Anything bigger best to check the exact size with Sykes before hand. Overall a great place to stay and I'm sure we will be back.