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Chapel House - Stunning River Views - Balcony - Parking included

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Chapel House with stunning views over the water from all the rooms
Chapel House (taken from the neighbours drive)
Balcony off the kitchen with wide-reaching views of the water and Naval College
The king size bedroom with main bathroom attached
The double bedroom with en-suite off

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Family Bathroom / Ensuite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Chapel House - Stunning River Views - Balcony - Parking included

A traditional house with a modern twist! Just a short walk via the quick ferries to Dartmouth.

This delightful two bed-roomed (double + king), two en-suite maisonette has been turned upside down making the most of the stunning views of the River Dart, including the Naval College and marina.

A stunning, sunny balcony off the kitchen has wide-reaching views of the estuary, Naval College and up river. Recline on the chairs and watch boats, rowers, naval exercises, steam trains and wildlife (even basking seals).

Parking is *included in the price* at the nearby Marina (two weeks max), a short walk away. There's a useful drop-off area at the end of Wood Lane. The large Marina car park has electric car charging points.

Bedroom One (Double): You can enjoy views of the river without even getting out of bed. The stone tiled en-suite includes a shower, toilet, basin and heated towel rail.

Bedroom Two (King): Benefits from a large en-suite with vaulted ceiling which includes a bath, separate shower cubicle, toilet, basin and heated towel rail. Off this bathroom is a useful utility room with washer/dryer.

Both bedrooms enjoy amazing river views, have plenty of fitted wardrobe and drawer space with handmade bedside tables, dressing tables, long mirrors and hair dryers. The comfortable beds are made-up with new pressed-luxury white linen and sumptuous 'Dorma' pillows.

Upstairs you will find the fully equipped kitchen/diner with seating for 4 plus a handmade church pew. Everything you would expect to find in a kitchen including a dishwasher, microwave, fan oven and induction hob.

The lounge has two, two-seater sofas and a recliner chair, Digital HD TV with Amazon Prime, SEGA games console, books, games, maps & charts.

All rooms offer spectacular views and there is always something to watch on the water - we even provide binoculars!

Along with the balcony, outside Chapel House there is a small sunny courtyard with table and chairs.

Chapel House has recently undergone full refurbishment.

Fast fibre broadband and WiFi throughout with an excellent mobile phone signal.

Towels are not included (except tea towels & bath mats). Pressed luxury bed linen is provided on comfortable made-up beds.

The steep internal staircase makes it unsuitable for small children and toddlers (there is a good handrail for everyone else!).

Opposite Dartmouth, Kingswear is a friendly all year-round village with the kind of charm that makes you feel as though you’re really in Devon. There are ferries over the river every 5-10 mins running until late.

Chapel House holiday cottage is just a few minutes walk to Kingswear’s two excellent pubs, general store/off-licence, post office, bistro, two cafés, steam railway station, bus stops (to Brixham & wider Torbay) and the ferries. Kingswear lies right on the South West Coast Path near to Devon’s beautiful family friendly Blue Flag beaches.

Please be aware the property is situated on a narrow lane (signposted as 6"6) and may not be accessible for some cars. Best to approach up the lane by foot, a short (approx. 25 meters) but steep hill. There is a drop-off point at the end of the lane and the Marina parking is a short walk away.

Please get in touch if you need any advice or tips on places to visit, walks (we're right on the South West Coast path), pubs & restaurants etc.

Google "Chapel House Kingswear" to find out more and get in touch.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Not suitable for younger children and toddlers
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry, no smoking anywhere in Chapel House.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please bag all rubbish in black sacks and place in the seagulls sack outside. Check no loose rubbish or non-black bagged rubbish in the seagull sack.
Please check for personal belongings including cupboards, hooks on the back of the doors and the washing machine.
Please check the dishwasher is emptied and no items left in the fridge/freezer.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The cottage is only suitable for children aged 10+ due to the steep internal staircase. The property is not suitable for younger children.
Please remember no pets, no smoking, bbqs or naked flames are allowed.
We can't be held responsible for parking fines, these should be taken up direct with Darthaven Marina (Premier Parking Solutions Ltd).

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Dartmouth

Located in Dartmouth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Dartmouth Museum and Brixham Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cayman Golf and Brixham Harbour. Dartmouth Leisure Centre and Coleton Fishacre House & Gardens are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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Kingswear, England

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 41 Trailhead - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Visit Dartmouth - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Royal Naval College - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Dartmouth Golf and Country Club - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Paignton Station - 13 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Belle Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cherub Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Steam Packet Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Floating Bridge - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chapel House - Stunning River Views - Balcony - Parking included pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chapel House - Stunning River Views - Balcony - Parking included?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chapel House - Stunning River Views - Balcony - Parking included on 30 May 2026 start from AU$243, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Chapel House - Stunning River Views - Balcony - Parking included?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Chapel House - Stunning River Views - Balcony - Parking included?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chapel House - Stunning River Views - Balcony - Parking included?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chapel House - Stunning River Views - Balcony - Parking included located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of South West Coast Path Section 41 Trailhead, Dartmouth Museum and Flavel Church. Visit Dartmouth and St. Saviour's Church are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is excellently equipped in an ideal location to explore Devon. The host was extremely helpful and communicated well. Loved the local amenities especially the 2 pubs down the road!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, well-appointed place

Lovely accommodation with everything needed for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday

Brilliant location , lovely views and a beautiful part of the Country
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

alan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another excellent stay

My third stay at this wonderful place. We'll be back again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dinah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A delightful cottage, beautifully appointed with everything one needed in the kitchen and utility room. Absolutely everything was of the highest quality and was a joy to use. Gorgeous views from every room.As two elderly ladies luggage and the hill was a problem,but we had known about this before booking and we became more used to it as the week went by!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and views

We loved Chapel Hill! Kingswear and Dartmouth are such cute towns with much to see and explore. The house was perfect - fantastic views from the upstairs and well equipped with everything we needed. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views

This was a well equipped cottage with stunning views of the estuary. It was comfortably furnished with lots of information about the property and surrounding area including walks, places to eat and parking. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A delightful cottage

A lovely property, with fantastic view over the river towards Dartmouth. The hill to the cottage is quite steep and so are the stairs inside the property, but well worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect place to stay

Wonderful house. Fully equipped with all that you would require for your stay, with the most incredible view over the river. The perfect base for exploring the area. So pleased that we chose to stay in Kingswear. Highly recommended, and look forward to returning to Chapel House again in the not too distant future!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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Very Enjoyable Place To Stay

We had a very enjoyable stay in Chapel House. The house is a great place to relax and take in the wonderful views over the river. It is well equipped with comfortable beds & sofas. There are some great walks from the house with Dartmouth just a short ferry ride away. Very good breakfasts available 2 mins down the road at Ebb & Flow. Netflix was an added bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

j v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect house with stunning views

We had a lovely week in Chapel House. It is in a great location, and the views are stunning whatever the weather . We enjoyed have coffee in Dartmouth , taking the ferry across the Dart . Did the round robin and before we knew the week was over. Chapel House is a great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Deanne P.

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Lovely stay

A lovely relaxing week in Chapel House overlooking the amazing views of The River Dart. We enjoyed sitting on the veranda with either a coffee or wine it was so peaceful! We had amazing coastal walks and I think we’re certainly a bit fitter than when we arrived!! Colin was a great host and replied to any queries we had. We are so pleased we found this little gem well worth the visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah Dawn G.

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Wonderful views!

Great property. Comfortable, with good facilities. Fabulous views day & night. Good location for sightseeing too. Would definitely recommend. If there’s one minor thing I’d suggest… emphasise that the stairs are steep in the description & the rope handrail could do with replacing as it’s jolly grubby & not v hygienic. Thanks for a fabulous stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

alan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a superb place!

There is nothing that I could say that would have improved our trip (well, apart from being able to be stay longer that is!) The cottage is faultness; its location superb (albeit up a very steep short hill) and with a view to die for!! Colin was a wonderful host; and responded to messages very promptly, right throughout the booking process and during our stay. Would highly recommend and we'll definitely go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah Dawn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views!

Great return visit! Views from lounge, dining area and balcony are stunning. Great to have en-suites to both bedrooms too. The attention to detail on cleanliness wasn’t as great as my first visit though. There were about a dozen dirty glasses, cups and plates, so I had to run everything through dishwasher on arrival and as I pulled back douvet the sheets had lumps of dirt on them. Other than that the place was v clean. I’m sure these can be resolved swiftly to resume usual great standard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

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Great View from the Balcony

This is a well appointed property in a peaceful location. It is as described, having beautiful views from every room in the house and all the rooms are clean and comfortable. It is set in a good location for exploring Dartmouth with ferries always available to take you there. You can find plenty of things to do and to suit all tastes. We ventured up to Dartmoor as well as to more local places. Just one thing to note . Chapel House is is set on a very steep hill so if you have mobility problems it might not be suitable. I could say a lot more about about how lovely Chapel House and it's location are but suffice it to say we had a very enjoyable holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Katja K.

Beautiful little house with stunning views

Chapel House is a wonderful hide away with stunning views from each of its windows! Situated in the very heart of the old city of Kingswear this little House is a lovely home for holidays. Every morning we enjoyed breakfeast with beautiful views over harbour activities and the little steam train running below. The description is fully accurate and the house provides even more with two equal bedrooms, two bathrooms and a lovely sitting room and kitchen lounge. Everything is very tidy and newly equipped and renovated. We really didn‘t want to leave it again! Round the corner you find „steam packet Inn“ which became our dining room with really nice food and friendly people. We did the round trip by steam train and boat and also visited the beach at Blackpool (which awfully has got pebbles, no Sand, but a very nice surrounding). Dartmouth on the other side of the bas is easy to visit by Ferry and worth a trip. The owner Colin Marshall and his manager were very helpful when we forgot some of our clothes. We can highly recommand this beautiful house; it was the most beautiful accommodation of our roundtrip along England‘s south west coast!
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10/10 Excellent

Gunnar M.

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Der Aufenthalt im Chapel House war wundervoll. Das Haus ist gut ausgestattet und der Blick war von allen Zimmern phantastisch. Die Kommunikation mit Colin war immer sehr gut und er hatte viele Tipps für die Umgebung. Da der Weg zum Haus recht steil ist, sollte man jedoch gut zu Fuß sein.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hedwig P.

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Best stay we ever had

Wir bedanken uns jetzt nochmals bei Colin für den Aufenthalt in seinem Cottage, haben eine wunderbare Woche in Kingswear und vor allem in seinem Haus verbracht. Die Wohnung ist großzügig ausgestattet und bietet einen tollen Blick auf den Hafen und auf Dartmouth. Danke Colin!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline Hudson-Crane H.

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Excellent stay

Spotless with great views across to Dartmouth and over the Marina. Very well equiped throughout and with two comfortable bedrooms both having en suite's it is perfect for two couples sharing. Lots of walking and great places to eat in Dartmouth, which does involve a short ferry ride but thats part of the fun. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First Class Stay

We stayed for a week in May 2022 and will be returning. The property was great for a couple, two couples or two adults and two children, with having two large en-suite bedrooms this made it easy. The property was in the best location and the views where fantastic overlooking the Marina and Dartmouth. Colin's interaction and information before going was second to none and the property was well presented and clean. We enjoyed taking the lower ferry or passenger ferry daily to Dartmouth for breakfast. 1st class stay and will be re-booking!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Dudley P.

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excellent modernised property

though not very attractive on the outside, this house was of a very high standard inside.. all equipment worked efficiently though we did not locate the DVD player. Access was difficult, including unloading of a number of items of luggage.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Claire T.

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Lovely property in a great location.

We loved this cottage. It is in a stunning location, with beautiful views across the Dart estuary, and easy access to Dartmouth and coast path walks. The cottage itself is comfortable and very well equipped, and Colin was a very helpful host. We hope to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful views

This is a lovely house with great views across to Dartmouth. The lower ferry is a few minutes walk away and we hardly needed our car after we arrived as there was plenty to do in and around Dartmouth and Kingswear. There was no problem getting the car parked after the first night when we arrived late on the middle day of the Regatta. Even then we managed to move into the Marina car park after the evening fireworks had finished. We will recommend the house to family and friends :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage and location

We had a wonderful stay at Chapel House. From the moment of booking, Colin made us feel very welcome and communication was great. The house itself is in a great location just a few minutes walk from the Kingswear Ferry, the steam train station, a small post office, cafe and a couple of pubs. We enjoyed a couple of great dinners at the Steam Packet Inn- booking definitely recommended! Chapel House was a fabulous property. It was spotlessly clean, quiet, nice and dark at night, with comfortable beds and hot, powerful showers. It has been furnished really nicely with a nautical theme giving it character. And we loved having lots of books, games and maps as well as little touches such as tea, coffee and kitchen roll etc which all made it feel like a home from home. And the views...wow! Spectacular views from every room meant that eating in and coming back for a G&T on the balcony was a real pleasure. Thank you for a wonderful stay. We hope to come back and visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Colin Marshall

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Hello I'm Colin.

I've been enjoying the delights of Dartmouth for several years after visiting with friends one New Year.

I looked at many houses for over 18 months and fell in love with Chapel House in the Autumn of 2017.

I have lived in and around Kinver, South Staffordshire for most of my life. I'm a regular in Kingswear and love the friendly village atmosphere.

I've booked holidays before using Vrbo, formerly Owners Direct and it seemed a sensible way to letting others know how to stay at Chapel House.

I am more than welcome to offer advice and tips, what to do, where to eat, events, best beaches etc - please get in touch.

Why they chose this property

I've been holidaying in Dartmouth for several years spending many happy days/nights/weeks here.

Experts say you know within 7 seconds whether or not you are going to buy a property.... I hadn't even stepped though the gate and I knew Chapel House was right. It is a beautiful old house, dating back nearly 200 years and it definitely has the cute factor or 'curb appeal'. Did I mention the view?!

The location is perfect, less than a 5 minute walk to the Lower Ferry and The Steam Packet, but tucked away from the hustle and bustle. Seeing the steam train come in and leave is always a welcome sight and watching the Higher Ferry is so mesmerising!

Time drifts away with you.

What makes this property unique

There are five main features to love about Chapel House;

Firstly, it has to be the view. Seeing Dartmouth and the Royal Naval College across the water is so magical, the marina is our side of the river and so you can watch people messing about with the boats too.

The 'curb appeal' and cute factor of Chapel House, its just beautiful, outside as well as in!

Wood Lane, its width restriction actually is a real benefit for us! It means very little traffic, only residents of Wood Lane drive down it, being so quiet means a very peaceful nights sleep. Chapel House is almost at the bottom of the hill, meaning an almost flat walk back from the pubs/marina car park/bistro/cafe/village shop, its just a final steep push up the last 25 meters!

Two other features that we love is that its 'upside-down' giving the best views from the main living areas, and that both bedrooms are en-suite, the main bedroom having a large bathroom, perfect for couples sharing.

Chapel House is within 200 metres of The South West Coastal path, which offers so many different options for exploring on foot all year round. There's also fantastic walks up-river with some great places to see and pubs to stop off at.

Kingswear and Dartmouth are incredibly vibrant, all year round there is something going on.

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