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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

School Steps - Modern Costal Cottage

Light and airy this newly renovated property is situated in a central location, close to all the amenities that Dartmouth has to offer but tucked away up School Steps, which is a quiet secluded location. There are 54 steps in all but the reward is the view, of the sea, river, castle and Kingswear.
Our property is an old coastal cottage with a modern twist. It provides the perfect location to sit and take in the river life, the steam trains or as a base to explore the areas many attractions.
You access property through front door, which leads to a Hallway, with a downstairs shower room, perfect for coming straight in from the beach! From the Hallway you can either go upstairs or you can go into our sitting room, with feature fireplace and breath-taking views over the river and out to sea. Our very well-appointed kitchen is a great place to entertain with a large table making the most of the views. Upstairs we have one Master bedroom, with ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, this is accessed by a separate staircase that leads from the kitchen. Upstairs there is also great twin room and a further double room, which are accessed by the main hall stairway. There is a large family bathroom, with a freestanding bath. All of our bedrooms have smart TVs and comfortable beds.
Our family house is a great base for a stay in Dartmouth
Please Note: There is no allocated parking for this property.

Property manager

Dani Slatter

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

House
Vrbo Property
School Steps Modern Costal
School Steps Modern Costal Cottage
School Steps - Modern Costal Cottage Dartmouth
School Steps - Modern Costal Cottage Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Dartmouth, ENG

What's nearby

  • Visit Dartmouth - 5 min walk
  • Royal Naval College - 12 min walk
  • Dartmouth Golf and Country Club - 13 min walk
  • Dartmouth Castle - 20 min walk
  • Blackpool Sands - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Ivybridge Station - 32 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bayard's Cove Fort - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Floating Bridge Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rockfish Takeaway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dartmouth Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bushell's Riverside - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is School Steps - Modern Costal Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at School Steps - Modern Costal Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at School Steps - Modern Costal Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is School Steps - Modern Costal Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Dartmouth Museum and Visit Dartmouth. Royal Naval College and Dartmouth Castle are also within 1 mi (2 km).

School Steps - Modern Costal Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great place to spend time in Dartmouth good access to everything stairs up and down a night hard for unloading but that is Dartmouth Will book again
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holiday stay
Have stayed at School Steps several times now with the family. It really is a superb place to spend a week in Dartmouth. Clean, modern and, as long as you don't mind walking a few steps up, ideally located. Dani is an excellent host, always on hand to offer help if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna C H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay in Dartmouth
A great time was had by all the family. We loved how centrally located this house is and of course the wonderful estuary views. Really close to shops and restaurants. Easy ferry rides to Dittisham, Kingswear and Dartmouth castle. Teenagers found it easy to use public transport to visit Salcombe, Slapton Sands and Exeter. Plenty to do for all ages. Fab place to base your holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marian O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views from a beautifully appointed property
My family and I stayed at this Dartmouth property, and were blown away byb
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with stunning views
Beautifully presented property with everything you need. Great location and stunning views.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhianne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning house with a fantastic view
We regularly visit Dartmouth and this house is the best we’ve stayed in so far, it really does tick all the boxes! The panoramic view of the river Dart makes the climb up the 50 odd steps worth while, which did get easier throughout our stay. A modern, yet cosy, beautifully appointed house thats was spotlessly clean. We had a fabulous Christmas here and hope to book for 2024.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2023
Had a lovely stay. The house is very nice, all clean and very close to the town and river. Kitchen with plates, cutlery etc. Beds clean linen. You soon get used to the steps, but would not suit anyone with limited mobility. Second time we have stayed and hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason C., Worcester, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Schools Steps break
We have stopped here a couple of times now and love it, great view and very well presented home. As regular visitors we would check availability here first but it’s normally booked
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna C H.

Liked: Cleanliness
So stunning we almost kept it a secret!
Stunning views of the estuary and out to sea. Beautiful house just as described in the listing. Comfy beds. Good showers. Moments walk from central Dartmouth. So pleased we weren’t put off by the lack of parking and surplus of steps (apart from loading and unloading the steps didn’t cause us a problem. There are 2 flat bits in between the narrow flights of steps where you can have a breather if needed). You can park at the top or bottom of the steps to unload. There are several free unlimited parking spaces at the bottom of the steps, but they scarcely become free (we stayed during the end of July). Mostly we parked about 1 mile out of town and walked in. Worth it for the views 😀
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Fabulous trip to this gorgeous property and lovely town. Even better in reality and so much attention to detail. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful modern cottage in central Dartmouth
Third time we've stayed at School Steps. Beautifully appointed modern cottage in great location as long as you can make it up the 50+ steps.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay in Dartmouth
Lovely house, thank you! Amazing views from all the bedrooms and living room and a well-equipped kitchen. And we loved seeing the steam train tooting along on the ‘other side’. The steps up to the house were ok for me but could be challenging for some especially when loading and unloading. We found the parking was fine in August - continue up the hill and there were normally bays very close by that were free from 4pm-11am. The town is lovely too with lots of restaurants and life and we would love to come back. Beautiful countryside. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely View
A lovely property in the heart of Dartmouth town, close to shops, pubs and restaurants. Beautiful view from the terrace across the harbour to the steam railway and down to the castle and the sea beyond. Check in was easy and the place is modern and everything worked fine. Bed was comfy and rooms share the view across the harbour. As said elsewhere there really are a lot of steps, so may be difficult if you struggle. Parking was fine, with 1 and 2 hours bays nearby and other free options further afield. We overstayed parking a number of times without penalty. Overall would recommend and we will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic spot, unbelievable views and stunning house!
We would highly recommend this property. Fantastic and everything went smoothly, excellent hosts/property manager. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chistine A., UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous views
Amazing location right in the centre of town with incredible views from the deck and a really lovely well equipped house with everything you could need for a great holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stylish property in superb location
We had a very relaxing week in Dartmouth in no small thanks due to the fabulous property which was perfect for our family of 6. The owners have renovated the property to an exceptionally high standard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

JANIE R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant
We had a brilliant stay at School Steps, the house is decorated throughout to a high standard and a lot of love and care has gone into it. Dani was a fantastic host, who responded to any queries we had in less that five minutes. The view from the terrace and even inside the house is breathtaking and good for the soul. My son particularly enjoyed playing with the games and the Xbox, he was in holiday heaven with Minecraft. The kitchen is fully equipped, all modern brand new appliances and we found that we didn’t want to go out in the evening and instead enjoyed the views from the comfort of our kitchen table. There are a lot of steps to get to the property but this is not a problem if you are mobile. We used the steps as part of our morning workout routine. Dartmouth is a great little spot, we went crabbing (they like bacon!) and we saw the local seals too! We will be back, thank you Dani. Xx
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dartmouth
Fabulous property with amazing views. You need to be reasonable fit as there are a lot of very steep steps to the house, saying that I would definitely return, loved it.