3 The Drive, Hillfield Village
ID: S358379
- Bedrooms 5
- ・ Sleeps 10
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Guests generally enjoyed their stay at 3 The Drive, Hillfield, praising its spaciousness, well-equipped nature, and suitability for large groups. The property's location is appreciated for its quietness and proximity to Dartmouth, though a car is necessary. Some guests noted issues with maintenance and cleanliness, but staff responsiveness to problems was highlighted positively.
Reviews on cleanliness are mixed, with several guests finding the property clean and well-presented, while others noted dirty floors, cobwebs, and outdoor furniture needing attention. The property seems to require more consistent cleaning standards.
The location is generally well-received for its quietness and proximity to Dartmouth and local amenities, though it is noted that a car is essential due to the property being somewhat remote and the presence of narrow country roads.
Comfort is rated highly for space and furnishings, but some guests experienced issues with temperature control and problematic smoke alarms, which affected their comfort levels.
Facilities are appreciated when available, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as non-working blinds and the need for painting. Ongoing building work and the lack of promised amenities like a pool and playground have impacted this score.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Blackawton 1.8 miles. 3 The Drive is luxury, detached holiday home, recently constructed and accommodating up to 10 guests, in the exclusive Hillfield Village development, just a four-mile drive from Dartmouth with its meandering riverside and fascinating history. Explore this fabulous town and the beautiful coves and beaches found in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, or relax in the comfort of your holiday home and the peaceful surroundings of Hillfield Village. Guests can enjoy the use of beautiful gardens, all-weather tennis court and a children's play area. Built with entertainment and socialising in mind, 3 The Drive boasts a stunning 35-foot open-plan sitting/dining room with a woodburning stove, and bi-folding glass doors opening on to the terrace and garden – a superb spot for al fresco dining. The elegantly hand crafted kitchen and utility room are well equipped with Siemens appliances, making self-catering a pleasure. The property has five good-sized bedrooms, comprising two superb super-king-size bedrooms, both with en-suite shower rooms and able to be twin rooms on request, along with a twin bedroom with a large TV with Sky and an adjacent shower room. There are two further bedrooms on the second floor, each with a king-size bed and served by the second-floor family bathroom with a freestanding bath, with a further ground-floor shower room too. Spend a day roaming around the surrounding countryside in the quiet village of Hillfield, whilst Blackawton is just a short journey away, a perfect spot to stock up on essentials at the village shop before heading out for an evening of fun in the George Inn pub. Family adventure awaits at the Woodlands Family Theme Park, boasting thrilling rides, various play areas and a zoo farm where you can meet a host of exotic animals, whilst Torquay's Dinosaur World, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park and Go Ape Haldon are also in reach. Meander along the gentle River Avon, with the starting point located at Dartmoor National Park, travelling down towards Avonwick and the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making a perfect scenic route for an unforgettable day out. Explore the vibrant town of Dartmouth and visit the 15th century Dartmouth Castle, Coronation Park, the Royal Avenue Gardens, Dartmouth Museum, and the historic Bayard's Cove Fort, as well as an even wider range of shopping, dining options and bars to discover. For a truly unique experience, put on your walking boots and hike along the South West Coast Path and over to amazing attractions including Hingston Hill Stone Circle, Berry Head National Nature Reserve, Brownstone Battery and the Norsworthy Bridge. With so much space to relax together as a group, 3 The Drive is the perfect accommodation for a large gathering of friends or family in South Devon.
The village of Blackawton is a quiet location nestled in South Devon, home to a local shop, village pub and a restaurant, as well as access to the neighbouring village of Halwell. Other fantastic Devon hotspots include Kingsbridge town centre, Totnes market town, and the harbour town of Dartmouth, whilst the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty lies further afield. Blackawton is the perfect getaway spot for a relaxing escape to Devon.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Five bedrooms: 2 x super-king-size (zip/link can be twin on request) with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 2 x second-floor king-size, 1 x twin bedroom with Smart TV and en suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, TV with Sky, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent (does not include logs/kindling for the fire).
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request.
Off-road parking for four cars.
Terraced garden with seating.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1.8 miles, pub 1.4 miles.
Note: Strictly no barbeques
Nearby points of interest
- Blackpool Sands
- South Sands Beach
- Bantham Beach
- Shaldon Beach
- Dartmouth Castle
- Golden Hind
- Burgh Island
- Torquay Museum
- Babbacombe Model Village
Reviews (18)
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Kevin
Two points; the bi-fold door (kitchen end) is difficult to lock and took considerable fiddling to get it to lock on each occasion, and the smoke alarm in the kitchen is in a very poor position if you want to use the cookers at all (this has been mentioned before). Both of these can be addressed and shouldn't detract from my initial very positive recommendation.
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Daniel
Had everything we wanted. Think a small overflow fridge in utility would be worthwhile. Only negative was the smoke alarms. No matter how hard we tried any use of either oven (light cooking) set off the smoke alarms. Never known anything like it. Might not sound much but we have a 22 month old and was terrified whenever it went off. No matter what we tried couldn't prevent it activating.... even went off with an empty oven but when we took a baking tray out. Only complaint we have.
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Ann
The house was immaculately clean, spacious and well equipped with all you could possibly need for an enjoyable holiday. We were lucky to have such good weather and benefitted from taking an earlier break than usual with less crowds in the towns and beaches. Situated about 2 miles from Dartmouth, there's a handy park and ride for those taking a break in the high season. Dartmouth itself is handily placed south of the Dart estuary, close to Salcombe and Bigbury Bay, but with links across the river to the Torbay area. The one suggestion I could make about the house would be the addition of an overspill fridge in the utility room. We were only 7 in a house for 10, but struggled slightly with the amount of shelf space available. It's just a small point and no way spoiled our holiday.