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Rose Cottage, Dartmouth - 2 bedroom sleeps 4, affords truly 
spectacular panoramic views over the River Dart, Dartmouth, Dart 
estuary, Darthaven Marina, the Britannia Royal Naval College and 
upstream towards Dittisham.  The stone cottage was built in 1880 in 
a sought after position, it has private access to Ridley Hill.

Peace and quiet - no road noise what so ever!

Outside there is a patio with a feature anchor table and chairs that 
enjoy uninterrupted panoramic views and the sun from morning to 
sunset!  The Devon holiday cottage garden also has a second 
sheltered sun terrace within the front garden, this also enjoys 
fantastic panoramic views of Dartmouth and the Dart estuary.  A 
great location on the sunny English Riviera.

Our Dartmouth holiday accommodation offers you a range of modern 
facilities in a stone holiday cottage which will enable you to enjoy 
a self catering holiday in Devon, where you will experience a 
seaside holiday in a peaceful location.  The house has been 
redecorated and refurbished this year.

Our Devon holiday rental cottage is available all year round for a 
vacation ranging from a short break / weekend break to a week or 
mores stay.  So you can escape from the stress of life and enjoy the 
panoramic sea and estuary views of Devon and the visitor attractions 
of Dartmouth, Salcombe, the Eden Project, Dartmoor, Heligan, 
Plymouth and Torquay. I am sure that you like us will want to return 
to our holiday cottage in Devon.

Our holiday cottage rental charges and Booking Form can be found in 
our Menu, please phone, or email us if you have any questions, or 
wish to make a reservation.

 
Facilities
Rose Cottage is a river front Dartmouth holiday cottage which is 
approached via 53 illuminated steps, with handrail, down from Ridley 
Hill to Woodland Terrace.  Most houses in Dartmouth are serviced by 
a set of steps, but most holiday cottage owners don`t tell you the 
exact number, we do!

Rose Cottage is the personal Devon holiday home of its owner, it has 
been superbly refurbished.  It sleeps 4 people and is a great 
location for boating, beach, walking and relaxing holidays, or those 
wishing to explore Devon, Dartmoor and Cornwall.  Rose Cottage is a 
Devon self catering holiday home which gives you a great base to 
explore Devon, Cornwall, Dartmoor, the coast and beaches.  Their are 
a considerable number of past times to enjoy such as sailing, 
beaches, swimming, golf, fishing, walking, National Trust houses and 
gardens, etc.

We have installed a free use 512k Broadband connection to enable you 
access to the web, deal with your emails, play games, etc all you 
have to do is bring your computer and modem, etc with you.  A 
monitor and keyboard is also available in Rose Cottage for you to 
use with your computer, modem and cables.  Please tell us if you are 
going to use it so that we can give you the set up details.

LOUNGE  - Image in photo gallery

The Lounge / Dining Room is spacious and enjoys spectacular 
panoramic views over the River Dart, Dartmouth, Dart estuary, 
Darthaven Marina, the Britannia Royal Naval College and upstream 
towards Dittisham, Devon, through full length patio doors.

There is an exposed granite chimney breast with an enclosed modern 
multifuel cast iron fire, a storage heater and electric fire.

The Devon self catering cottage has a 3 piece suite, 2 foot stools, 
colour television, VHS video recorder, DVD player, CD music system, 
free use Broadband 512k connection, dining table & 4 chairs.  The 
Digital TV signal is obtainable so please bring your Freeview box 
and cables with you.

We have provided details of visitor attractions for your enjoyment 
and a Welcome Book so that you have all the information that you 
want..

KITCHEN - Image in photo gallery

The kitchen also enjoys wonderful views of Dartmouth and the river 
Dart estuary, it enables you to enjoy your Devon self catering 
holiday cottage.  It has a range of modern cupboards and electric 
four ring ceramic hob, fan oven, dishwasher, fridge with freezer 
compartment, microwave, sink, cupboards, cutlery, crockery, iron, 
ironing board, First Aid Kit, etc.  Refurbished this year.

BEDROOM 1 - Image in photo gallery

The main bedroom also has stunning views of the river Dart Estuary, 
Above Town, Harbour, New Angel and Dartmouth.  It has a double size 
bed, double mirror door wardrobe and storage heater. Radio alarm 
clock and bedside lights.  A hair dryer, full length mirror and 
magnifying make up mirror is also available.

BEDROOM 2 - Image in photo gallery

The second bedroom has great views over the river Dart Estuary, 
Harbour and Dartmouth, Devon. It has two single beds, radio alarm 
clock, wardrobe, full length mirror, make up mirror, bedside 
cabinet, radio alarm clock, storage heater and bedside lights.

SHOWER ROOM - Image in photo gallery

The shower room also has great views over the river Dart Estuary, 
harbour and Dartmouth, Devon. It has a large shower cubicle with 
electric 10.5Kw shower, toilet, sink, electric fan heater, moisture 
controlled ventilation fan, shaver socket, full length mirror, 
shaving mirror and immersion heater. 

 
Garden
Outside there is a patio with a feature anchor table and chairs that 
enjoy uninterrupted panoramic views and the sun from morning to 
sunset!  The garden also has a second sheltered lower sun terrace 
within the front garden, this also enjoys fantastic panoramic views 
of Dartmouth, Bayards Cove, river front, harbour and the river Dart 
estuary, Devon.  The whole family can enjoy their holiday in this 
peaceful location.

A feature of the patio is an old ship`s anchor that has been made 
into a table with attached lanterns, as shown in the photograph 
above, which is a wonderful location to enjoy a drink and the 
panoramic river views of Dartmouth and the harbour.  We also have a 
BBQ on the terrace so that you can relax and enjoy a meal, a drink 
and the wonderful view!  This photograph does not do the view 
justice as we do not have a wide angle lens that takes in all of the 
fantastic views.

Steps lead down through a terraced garden to the lower sun terrace 
enclosed by a low wall and raised flower beds, a rotary washing line 
is situated on the lower terrace.  The bottom terrace enjoys the 
early morning sun.  Both patio and sun terrace are perfect areas for 
entertaining and enjoying the outstanding panoramic river Dart 
estuary views of sailing boats and Dartmouth, Devon.  The sun shines 
on our terrace from breakfast to sunset!

 
Car Parking
Easy parking at the top of the steps on Ridley Hill road, or in the 
Kingswear village car park, Darthaven Marina. 

As we are situated at the top of the village we do not suffer from 
the through traffic using the ferries, or visitor parking problems 
that are associated with other parts of Dartmouth!

Rose Cottage "framed" from Dartmouth, Devon, ferry in the foreground

Access
Via 53 illuminated steps down from Ridley Hill Road, Kingswear, 
Dartmouth, Devon.  Most houses in Dartmouth are serviced by a set of 
steps, but most holiday cottage owners don`t tell you the exact 
number, we do!

Kingswear


A village near to the mouth of the river Dart Estuary, it is on the 
North East bank of the river Dart estuary and stands opposite the 
ancient sea faring port of Dartmouth, Devon. The village has a 
Church, Primary School, Library, local shops, public houses, 
restaurants, rail station which has a seasonal steam train service 
to Torquay. It is the home of the Royal Dart Yacht Club and has the 
convenience of an established marina, Darthaven, Devon .

Two vehicle/passenger and one passenger only ferries link Kingswear 
with Dartmouth and run throughout the day all year round.

A bus service links the village with the Torbay towns of Brixham, 
Paignton and Torquay.

A great steam train service runs between Torquay, Paignton and 
Kingswear with aother stops along the way. This service is a must 
for steam train enthusiasts, children and anyone who wants to 
rekindle their memories of steam trains. They run a wide range of 
steam engines including Thomas the Steam Engine. The steam trains 
run from Easter to October inclusive.

Visit Higher Brownstone Farm, National Trust, with its 298 acres and 
footpaths, or try Coleton Fishacre Estate, another National Trust 
property with walled gardens, coastal footpaths and cove. This has 
been extended recently. Close to the house there is a formal pool 
garden and elsewhere wooded areas full of wild flowers descend the 
slopes to the sea. The microclimate in the narrow valley at Coleton 
allows many rare and tender plants to flourish. The wide variety of 
exotic plants provides interest throughout the year. Bamboos, 
mimosas, myrtle and other moisture-loving plants grow profusely 
around the pool and streams. In the spring the thickly planted 
rhododendrons, magnolia and camellias create a stunning display of 
colour. A gazebo provides superb views over the sea below. 

Broadband has now reached Kingswear so we have installed a free use 
512k connection which you can use for emails, games, surfing the 
web, etc - all you have to do is bring you computer, modem and other 
associated equipment with you.

Food 

The Royal Dart pub is getting a complete refurbishment and will have 
new bars and restaurant. Bar snacks & traditional `pub grub` will be 
served in the bar, along with top quality food in the restaurant. 
Usual pub grub fare 
The Steam Packet offers bar meals eat in, or takeaway 
Zannes breakfast bar and bistro on Fore Street cooks the best food 
from fry ups to fish and chips in Kingswear 
The Dart, the Ship Inn and the Royal Dart Yacht Club all serve food. 
Pubs 

The Royal Dart pub is getting a complete refurbishment and will have 
new bars and restaurant. 
Ship Inn - quiz nights out of season, Royal Dart Bar and the 
Steampacket Inn, best for meeting the locals 
In addition to The Ship Inn and The Dart there is also the Steam 
Packet. All nice pubs. The Ship Inn is the only one with a beer 
terrace though. 
Clubs (Dance Music) 

Oh come on, this is a small sleepy Devon village. 
Music Venues 

The Steam Packet offers music most Saturdays and are well attended 
Cinemas 

Torquay has the nearest multiplex cinema, but Dartmouth does have a 
great Art Centre called The Flavel which is situated by the car park 
and offers a great range of films and entertainment. 


Dartmouth

Dartmouth is situated at the wide mouth of the River Dart the town 
rises up the hills. 

The large modern marina has meant up-market shops being introduced, 
but the town`s history is never far away. It has a very large range 
of restaurants, public houses and small specialist shops as well as 
the major chains. The range of restaurants is considerable so their 
is no need to ever cook in your vacation rental home.

Market on Tuesdays and Fridays. The river front gives good views and 
you can book river trips to Totnes, Dittisham, etc. The castle at 
the entrance to the river is a popular walk, about one mile. 

The Mayflower left here for America in 1620, an event recorded on a 
stone. The town has a proud naval history, and is the home of the 
Britannia Royal Navy College, Devon which can be seen from your 
holiday cottage. 

Well known for its impressive firework display at the end of Regatta 
Week, the last week in August. This is the busiest week of the year 
so it is essential that you book your holiday accommodation early. 

Dartmouth, Devon is a great location for a family holiday as their 
are attractions to meet every need, you can enjoy a weekend break or 
stay a week or more in the west country.

A national newspaper stated that there were only two places to be at 
New Year, either Times Square, New York or Dartmouth. This is 
because everyone dresses up in fancy dress at New Year and people 
come from all over the country to have a good time without any 
trouble!

The Flavel Art Centre has a great programme of films, theatre, 
exhibitions, etc - it is essential that you look at the programme. 
The Flavel Art Centre is situated next to the Mayors Car Park and 
offers a Bistro and library facility.

Crab fishing - if you have young children you must buy a "hand line" 
and fish for crabs anywhere along the river bank. It is the 
cheapest pastime known to man and your children will remember it for 
the rest of their lives. It is not cruel as the crab is not hooked, 
please return all crabs into the river!



Food

The New Angel 01803 839425 - Michelin starred Chef John Burton 
Race and his family have moved to Devon to take over the famous 
Carved Angel restaurant in Dartmouth, Devon. Renamed The New Angel, 
the restaurant has been designed by John Burton Race and his wife to 
create a warm, relaxed atmosphere without the formality of old 
fashioned dining rooms. Here, all members of the family (except 
dogs!) can enjoy a meal in an unpretentious environment. We have 
eaten there several times and think that its great, as did Michelin 
who awarded it a Michelin star.

There are no fixed price menus at The New Angel, just individually 
priced dishes. A simple lunch, a 3 course meal or just a bowl of 
fresh mussels and a glass of white wine … the choice is yours. They 
are even open from 8.30am for coffee, croissants and cooked 
breakfast. 


Fish is brought in from the local day boats. Dishes are then 
created from the fresh produce of the day, this ensures constantly 
changing menus all year round. Last year John Burton Race and his 
family starred the the Channel 4 television programme a Year in 
France, this year they have been seen in Return of the Chef which 
was filmed on location in Dartmouth and the surrounding countryside 
and sea.

From each window of The New Angel you can see Rose Cottage as both 
share a fantastic panoramic view of the river Dart estuary. Rose 
Cottage, holiday cottage, however benefits from the sunshine as it 
basks in it from breakfast to sunset, whilst the Dartmouth side of 
the estuary is in shadow for most of the day.

Pubs

The Castle Hotel, the Market House 
Again, the bar at the Gunfield is good enough in it`s own right. 
Many a holiday has been spent working my way along the long shelf of 
Tequilas! Or there`s lots of Belgian beers, and the Green Geenie 
also known as Absinthe is also found in this chilled out, cool vibes 
bar. 
The Cherub - great range of cask ales, bar snacks and restaurant 
Royal Castle Dartmouth Arms - great food and drink, opposite The 
Float 
No need to worry about drink and driving as you can walk to your 
self catering holiday cottage from here, but try using the ferry 
rather than swimming 
Cafes and coffee shops

loads 
Cafe Al Fresco`s is brilliant, great coffee, great food and great 
ambience, try one of their breakfasts. 
Tazza Cafe Italian style coffee bar with expresso etc and light 
snacks, Licensed. 
Television filming location

Dartmouth is used as a filming location for a varied range of 
television programmes and feature films they range from the Onedin 
Line to the currently very popular such as Down to Earth and Return 
of the Chef. The latter features John Burton Race in The New Angel 
restaurant. You will often see UK and European TV and feature film 
crews working in Dartmouth.



Ferries


Dartmouth to Kingswear Ferry

Two vehicle/passenger and one passenger ferry link Kingswear with 
Dartmouth and run throughout the day all year round. The ferry lets 
you quickly reach the busy town of Dartmouth, Devon by either foot 
or car, and return to your peaceful holiday cottage for all that is 
best about self catering holiday accommodation in Dartmouth Devon.

The three ferry services are operated by three different companies, 
each offers a heavily discounted book of tickets. We strongly 
recommend that you buy a book of tickets.



Ferry Times 

Lower Ferry Times (Weekdays and Saturdays)


Start from Dartmouth, Devon 07.00 
Last ferry from Dartmouth, Devon 22.55 
Last Ferry from Kingswear 22.45 
Sunday - Start from Kingswear 08.00





Higher Ferry Times (Weekdays and Saturdays)

Start from Dartmouth, Devon (06.30 Weekdays and Saturdays) 
Start from Dartmouth, Devon (08.00 Sunday) 
Last ferry from Dartmouth, Devon Mon - Thurs & Sun -22.45 Fri & Sat -
23.45 
Last ferry from Kingswear Mon - Thurs & Sun - 22.50 Fri & Sat - 
23.50 

Summer Service
Last Sunday in May for 16 weeks, 7 days a week, last ferry -

Dartmouth 23.45, Kingswear 23.50
Bank Holidays - Sunday service




Passenger Ferries (Weekdays including Saturday)


Starting from Dartmouth, Devon 07.00 
Last Ferry from Dartmouth, Devon 23.10 
Last Ferry from Kingswear, Devon 23.15 
Sundays Starting from Dartmouth, Devon 09.00 
Last Ferry from Dartmouth, Devon 23.10 
Last Ferry from Kingswear, Devon 23.15 














Places to visit
Beaches


Start Bay, Devon





Blackpool Sands, Devon

The timeless South Hams, Devon west country heritage coastline 
curves around the glittering expanse of Start Bay to the dramatic 
promontory of Start Point, where you can visit the lighthouse and 
meander spectacular cliff paths and enjoy the coastal views. Seals 
sometimes laze on the rocks west of Start Point and seabirds of all 
kinds nest in the craggy cliff crevices. Around the glorious sweep 
of Start Bay you can laze on the beach at Blackpool Sands and watch 
the waves lap over the sand, or visit the famous nature reserve at 
Slapton Ley.



Dartmouth


Britannia Royal Naval College and Dart Estuary from Rose Cottage, 
Dartmouth

Dartmouth, Devon is situated within a designated area of outstanding 
natural beauty, approximately 34 miles from Exeter, 25 miles from 
Plymouth, 13 miles from Totnes and 3 miles from Brixham in Torbay. 
To the North, the land rises to the granite heights of Dartmoor, 
Devon. To the East and South of the town, flows the River Dart, 
which is navigable 8 miles to Totnes, Devon.

The climate is mild, being close to the southernmost point of the 
county. Grapes flourish in the warm climate and are commercially 
grown in the area. The town is fiercely proud of its history and 
traditions and works very hard, as it has down the centuries, to 
welcome visitors and make them feel at home. This isn`t always easy 
as the care and conservation of the town has to be reconciled with 
the needs of tourism, business and industry.

The population of Dartmouth, Devon showed little fluctuation between 
the 1971/91 census. The 1971 census indicated a population of 
5,700: in 1981 it was 5,250 - a decrease of 8%. The census in 1991 
showed the population increasing again to 5,650 - an increase of 
about 8%. Overall, then, between 1971 and 1991 there was a 1% 
decrease in population, but the most recent figures indicate that, 
in 1996, the estimated population of Dartmouth was 5,744.

Dartmouth has an attractive, compact shopping centre. During the 
summer months the Park and Ride initiative (situated at Norton) 
provides an efficient and effective means of parking for shopping, 
sightseeing etc. while at the same time reducing town centre 
congestion.

Rental charges October 2006 - December 2007

Part weeks during Low & Middle Season, or as a Last Minute booking

Week commencing

Sat 3pm
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 Week ending

Sat 10am
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18
  
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30
  
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 230
 
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 435
 
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November 2007
  
  
  
 
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 295
 
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