Guests say
Guests have praised the cottage for its tasteful furnishings, stunning views, and beautifully decorated interiors. The location offers a delightful experience with easy access to Dartmouth's eateries and activities, albeit with a steep climb. The property's charm is slightly marred by parking challenges and some maintenance issues.
The property generally received positive remarks for cleanliness, with clean bedding and bathrooms noted. However, some guests mentioned floors and stairs that were not as clean, slightly lowering the score.
The location is highly praised for its beautiful views and proximity to town. The steep climb and parking difficulties are noted, but the scenic value and convenience for fit guests are significant positives.
Comfort received mixed reviews. While the property's decor and views are appreciated, guests reported issues with seating comfort in the lounge and insufficient seating for a full occupancy of six.
Facilities are well-regarded for their aesthetic appeal, but maintenance issues with the fridge and garden furniture, as well as a lack of kitchenware for full occupancy, have led to a moderate score.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Tucked away in the popular town of Dartmouth, Devon, paces away from the stunning coast and River Dart is this stylish, two-bedroom dwelling, 44 Above Town. Benefitting from a reverse-level interior, stunning views, and close proximity to the local amenities, 44 Above Town welcomes six guests, ideal for a family seeking a memorable escape in Devon. Enter your new home-from-home on the ground-floor, to be impressed by two charming bedrooms, comprising of a double and a family room, each with their own en-suite shower rooms and with plenty of storage so you can enjoy a clutter-free stay; each of the en-suites are fitted to a high standard and offer the perfect place to unwind or get ready for the day. Ascend to the first floor to find the open-plan living space, guaranteed to be the social hub of your stay, featuring a well-equipped kitchen, dining area, and inviting sitting area with Smart TV where you can curl up of an evening and catch up on your favourite shows or open up the bi-folding doors and admire the views across the river to Kingswear and out towards Dartmouth Castle and the sea beyond. Allow the designated chef of the group to rustle up a tasty dish before venturing outside to the front garden where you can delight in an alfresco meal, popping corks until the sun begins to set over the pretty town of Dartmouth. Escape to your chosen bedroom, completing your night-time routine and sloping off into a relaxing slumber in preparation for another exciting day! In the morning, kickstart your itinerary by venturing into Dartmouth itself, home to the historic 14th century Dartmouth Castle, Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company and Dartmouth Museum, perfect for delving into the rich history and maritime heritage of the town. Further afield, spend the day exploring your surroundings on foot in the River Dart Country Park, where you can try your hand at a range of activities including canoeing, kayaking, high ropes courses and adventure playgrounds, or head to the Blue Flag accredited beach at Blackpool Sands, an idyllic spot to relax upon the sandy trails or paddle the crystal-clear waters whilst soaking in the stunning coastal scenery. With Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Buckfast Abbey and Totnes Castle all within accessible reach, you’ll never be short of things to see or do! Escape to 44 Above Town for a memorable getaway with your loved ones in Devon.
Dartmouth lies on the banks of the beautiful River Dart estuary in the popular and picturesque 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. It offers a stunning 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, along with the Dartmouth Food Festival held every October. There are many interesting cycling and walking routes around Dartmouth, including the South West Coast Path, the Dart Valley Trail and plenty of quiet country lanes. A trip on the Dartmouth Steam Railway through picturesque countryside to Paignton is a must, and so is a boat trip across to Kingswear and on to Brixham, a pretty little harbour town. For those seeking some beach activities, there is a wide choice in the South Hams area such as Blue Flag Award winner Blackpool Sands, and Slapton Sands, both extremely popular and just a stone's throw from Dartmouth. A relaxing location in South Devon.
Accommodation
Newly Renovated Reverse-level Property.
Two ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x double with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x family room with king-size bed and bunk with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
First-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with Juliet balcony overlooking stunning views of the River Dart
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, coffee machine.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Garden to the front with terrace and outdoor furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles, beach 1 mile.
Note: Property is accessed via a set of stairs and sloping pathway, which may not be suitable for guests with lower mobility.
Note: there is no parking at the property but on street parking is available in the town centre (restrictions might apply)
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 (5)
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Christine
The view from the sitting room is stunning and it was so enjoyable just to sit and watch the activity on the river, also to be able to walk down so quickly into the town to mooch, or eat in one of the many great eateries that Dartmouth offers. We were able to find free parking in the road above Above Town and left the car there all week as we could do all we wanted on foot or by ferry while we stayed there. It does require a good level of fitness due to the steep climb up from the town to the house. The whole place has been beautifully decorated and we appreciated the lovely shower (we only used the main one) and plentiful storage space. A few things could make it even better: the seating in the lounge was not comfortable. We reported one of the sofas needing to be replaced as the springs had completely gone. The other was ok, but we've sat on better! The kitchen stools were not particularly comfortable but we understand the choice of the built in breakfast bar/dining table. There is barely enough seating for 6 in the sitting room (there were only 2 of us, but it is advertised for 6) and the current seating does not make the most of the view. A couple of chairs that can be positioned to enjoy the view out of the window would be great (we used two of the outdoor seats, bringing them upstairs while we were staying there). But again, there were only 4 of those, which would not work for outdoor seating if 6 people were staying. Likewise only 4 wine glasses were provided - I guess it is assumed that the bunks will only be used by children? But you could make it usable with older 'children' or groups of friends, by providing a full 6 of everything. We would have appreciated a cafetière (we don't like the waste of Nespresso pods, so we didn't use that) and a tea pot; also some way to recycle plastics, bottles and paper, as they were collecting these separately from other places on Above Town. There was no toilet brush in the top toilet. A curtain would be useful in the main bedroom, as the only ventilation is by keeping the door open, which means the blinds in the door don't do anything re the light. But we loved it. Thank you!
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Helen
But the fridge (shelf for milk & bottles) broke as soon as we put our milk and wine in it, on day of arrival. The fridge was NOT repaired during our stay. Which was disappointing. Fridge was frozen (at back). Very poor quality fridge (Lamona). Only 4 seats re the garden: 2 short (as property sleeps 6). Front garden was not tended very well. No furniture in rear courtyard garden, which we found a bit strange. Clean bedding and bathrooms. But stairs & floor not especially clean. The property decor was to a high standard and was very tasteful. The view was wonderful! (Main reason for booking the property). We liked the bi-fold doors re lounge window/balcony. We would like to come back, however parking was an issue and so many steps to the property! But this kept us fit during the week. We would recommend to friends & family.
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Susan
The only big drawback was no parking. Very inconvenient walking up & down from car park & extra expense of carpark charges over course of holiday.