Guests say
Hilltop is a well-received cottage in Devon, praised for its cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and thoughtful touches like a cream tea on arrival. Guests appreciate the quiet, private location with lovely views, ample parking, and proximity to local attractions. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall sentiment is highly positive, with many guests planning to return.
Guests consistently describe the property as very clean, with several reviews highlighting its spotlessness. The high level of cleanliness contributes significantly to the positive experiences reported.
The location is frequently praised for its tranquillity and beauty, with easy access to local amenities and attractions. Some guests mention difficulty in finding the property and the condition of the access road, but overall, the location is highly regarded.
The majority of guests find the cottage comfortable, with special mentions of cosy furnishings and a homely feel. However, a few guests noted issues with bed comfort, which slightly impacts the overall comfort score.
Facilities are generally well-received, with the property being well-equipped and maintained. Some minor maintenance issues, such as a blocked hoover and a non-working heated towel rail, are noted, but these do not detract significantly from the overall positive feedback.
Guests frequently express appreciation for the thoughtful touches provided by the owners, such as welcome treats and local information. While these gestures are warmly received, it is politely noted that such offerings are subject to change and not guaranteed.
About this property
Resting within striking distance of the River Dart, in the picturesque village of Stoke Gabriel, South Hams, is this quaint retreat, Hilltop. This cottage is set amidst a leafy garden next to the owner’s home, offering a tranquil base for a family seeking to explore all of the delights that this corner of South Devon has to offer. After soaking up the surrounding views from the garden area, be welcomed into the spacious kitchen, where the designated chef of the group will find all the essentials required to whip a home-cooked breakfast or dinner, including an electric oven, ceramic hob and microwave, in addition to a dishwasher and a washing machine for those longer breaks.
The charm of the property is highlighted within the sitting/dining room, where the large bay window filters in natural light into the space and offers views of the garden to enjoy whilst curled up on the plush sofas. In here, you can choose to tuck into your home-cooked meals upon the formal dining table or tune into the TV to unwind after an action-packed day. As the evening draws to a close, venture up the staircase to find two well-presented bedrooms, each boasting a refreshing colour palette, carefully selected furnishing and ample storage to house your holiday essentials. Here, you will find a spacious double bedroom and a quaint twin bedroom, ensuring a flexible sleeping arrangement to suit the needs of your group.
If you are visiting during the summer months, enjoy a spot of alfresco dining on the front decked area or roam the large lawn area to the rear of the property before heading out for the day. If you can tear yourself away from this delightful base, a short stroll will bring you to a selection of two pubs for a special treat one evening, whilst The River Shack offers light refreshments for those walking along the River Dart, where you will also find opportunities for crabbing. Further afield attractions include over 20 beaches which line the Torbay coast with some breath-taking views and opportunities for swimming and diving to be enjoyed.
The nearby market town of Totnes situated in South Hams Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is lined with interesting shops, tea rooms, restaurants and a weekly Elizabethan market, offering local produce and unique finds. Alternatively, head to the seaside town of Paignton where you will find a zoo or slightly further is Torquay where you will be welcomed by a larger selection of amenities and attractions to suit all ages and tastes. Hilltop is a refreshing getaway that can be enjoyed at any time of the year.
Stoke Gabriel is a small village resting on the creek of the River Dart in South Devon. Within the village you will find a a village pub, children’s play park, an apple orchard, restaurants, tea rooms and local stores. There is also a popular cafe offering refreshments on the quay which houses opportunities for crabbing. Further afield attractions includes Kingswear, Dartmouth and Brixham.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
1st floor cloakroom (WC and wash basin) Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting/dining room with multi fuel burning stove
Gas central heating with multi fuel burning stove.
Dishwasher, electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, washing machine, fridge/freezer, TV with Sky, selection of books, games and WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Starter pack with kindling logs and coal for the multi fuel burning stove will be in the property on arrival, plus instructions for use and where to buy more supplies.
Ample off-road parking and room for a small boat/canoe.
Rear garden with lawn area and a decked area with furniture to the front.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Pub and shop within 0.25 miles.
Please note: This property now has an upstairs cloak room with WC and wash basin.
Nearby points of interest
- Golden Hind
Reviews (51)
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Sarah
House always warm, didn't need to use the log burner. Will be returning and recommending to family.
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Emma
The location is very quiet and peaceful and the comfortable cottage had everything I needed. It was a lovely surprise to have a cream tea awaiting after my journey! I had do some work, so appreciated the fast wifi. There lots of choice with sky TV for cosy evenings with the log burner, and some interesting books on the bookcase. The carefully annotated walk sheets were useful, I'll have to come back when the days are longer to explore some more of the local area. Linda and Paul live next door, and were very helpful when I had a minor maintenance issue. I would highly recommend this property.
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Colin
It was warm and comfortable upon our arrival and this was the case everyday in the evening when we arrived back. The beds were comfortable and the hot shower was excellent. The kitchen facilities were excellent compared with others that we have stayed. The tv had a full range of Sky programmes with Netflix etc. A nice touch upon arrival the first day was scones, cream and jam. The light adjacent to the door didn't work however and we could not access the key safe when we departed the last day however. The light aspect was not notified to the owners however.