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Ollie's Cottage

Ollie's Cottage

4.6
out of 5
Ratings from 31 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.7
Comfort
4.5
Condition
4.5
Location
4.9
Value
4.5
Customer
Service
4.7

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Ollie’s Cottage is a vibrant family home and a breath of fresh air for families or couples seeking a memorable self-catering holiday in this special part of South Devon. Cleverly arranged over three floors, Ollie’s Cottage captures river views from the kitchen and living room and benefits from a private patio and parking at the rear. Ollie’s Cottage is within walking distance of the river with its picnic-perfect meadow, and all the village amenities. Dogs are also welcome at Ollie's Cottage.

Comfortable cottage in a great location

Review submitted on Mon, 04 Mar 2024
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
A lovely cottage in a great location. Very comfortable and well appointed inside with the added bonus of parking (which can be an issue in Dittisham). Very handy for the pub, shop, post office in the Red Lion.

One or two issues with the television in that we were unable to access Netflix, Iplayer etc. as advertised. Also one of the chairs in the living room had obviously been favoured by a dog in the past and could do with some deep cleaning. However these small issues didn't spoil our holiday in this lovely place.



ollie's cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 17 Sep 2023
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Lovely place to stay. Versatile cottage and location. Love it that there are bits and pieces in the cupboard so you don't have to bring an entire kitchen cabinet. Rubbish disposal a bit complicated. I think dustmen come on Wednesday not Friday.



Fantastic cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 31 Jul 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This is our 4th stay at Ollie’s Cottage, the first one was in 1999! The cottage is wonderful, spacious, practical, great location and comfortable.



Recommended

Review submitted on Wed, 31 May 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Met all our needs for a long weekend in Dittisham. Quiet and comfortable. Great views of Dart estuary from ground and 1st floor. We did not use but exceptionally well equipped with washing machine, dishwasher etc if staying for longer. We are regular visitors to the area and would certainly book this cottage again.




Ollie’s Cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 09 Apr 2023
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely cottage in a very pretty village. We enjoyed boat trips on the Dart and taking the the dog to Slapton Sands.



A truly wonderful place to blow away the cobwebs!

Review submitted on Fri, 31 Mar 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Love staying here as it is like home from home comfort and everything is set up for all eventualities! As Mary Poppins would say 'practically perfect in every way!'



A lovely stay for two adults and two dogs.

Review submitted on Sun, 16 Oct 2022
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We were very happy with Ollie’s cottage. It was our second stay in 2 years in Dittisham, and we found Ollie’s location very convenient for all our activities. The cottage is very well-equipped and comfortable, with handy parking. We were very lucky with the weather, and especially enjoyed the ‘Round Robin’ boat, bus and train trip round the Dart Valley, a fascinating (very early morning!) tour of Brixham Fish Market, and visits to Greenway, beautiful Coleton Fishacre and amazing Fast Rabbits Farm. We would definitely like to see all the gardens again in the Spring, and would happily return to Ollie’s Cottage. Highly recommended!



Dittisham holiday

Review submitted on Mon, 26 Sep 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed at Ollies cottage again this year. As always it was lovely. Very comfortable and well equipped. Proximity of the Red Lion is a great asset



Cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 31 Jul 2022
3.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We had a lovely holiday but sleeping arrangements not ideal with beds sharing with lounge. Saying it sleeps 6 is pushing it a bit as the small room could only be used for small children



Gem of a cottage in a gem of a village

Review submitted on Sun, 17 Jul 2022
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We really enjoyed our relaxing stay in Ollies Cottage.

The cottage is equipped with everything you might possibly need for a comfortable holiday.

It has a lovely feel and the views past the church to the river from the front windows are spectacular.

Would recommend this as a great place to stay!





Ollie's Cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 11 Jul 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely place. Excellent blend of charm and practicality. Very pleased that we found it and fully intend to return.



Lovely, Peaceful Dittisham

Review submitted on Sun, 03 Jul 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Ollie's Cottage is a home from home for us. It's our 3rd time there, and won't be our last. I wish I'd booked another week tbh



Pipping about in Devon

Review submitted on Sun, 12 Jun 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Pip the dog here,well we had a splendiforous time at Ollies,a real home from home.I had some fabulous walks down to the quay and back along the foreshore,also across the fields.Made some friends with the Dalmatians at The Red Lion.
Dittisham is really well placed for lots of doggy adventures,I liked ring the bell to go to Greenway,got another boat to Dartmouth Castle and did you know you can take cars on a boat to,we did that and went to a most glorious house and garden at Coleton Fishacre.
Also went on a sea tractor to Burgh Island and being a wonder dog I managed to part the water so we could walk back.
Another place I would recommend is Fast Rabbits Farm,we went there and I thought there would be lots of little bunnies to amuse me,but no,instead there was the most glorious garden.
Well I will sum up now as my food bowl awaits me,a great big thank you from me ,the boy and the old lady,we had a lovely holiday and would throughly recommend Dart Valley Cottages and Ollies.



Another wonderful weekend.

Review submitted on Tue, 12 Oct 2021
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Finally we managed to have our weekend in Dittersham (we originally booked a w/end in March 2020 which coincided with lockdown no.1). To be honest we were a bit nervous that everything would have changed because of the pandemic; we needn't have worried it is still the same marvellous cottage in the same marvellous village. We are now looking forward to March 2022.



Vacation October 2021

Review submitted on Mon, 11 Oct 2021
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a lovely relaxing time at Ollie's Cottage. The cottage contained all kitchen equipment we needed, bedrooms were comfortable and airy. Bathroom was modernized and we had plenty of hot water. Lounge was comfy and had an up-to-date TV.
Dittisham was a lovely quiet little village on the Dart river with a little marina where you could catch ferries up and down the river.
We did have a barking dog from the nearby Pub every morning and evening ! Not to much of a problem as eventually owners took him inside.



Ollies cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 19 Sep 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This is the fourth year we have stayed at Ollies cottage. We love it. Very well situated beside the pub. Beautifully equipped and just right for our needs. New smart tv with Netflix useful for damp evenings!



Lovely cottage in the heart of Ditsum

Review submitted on Sun, 05 Sep 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We enjoyed a lovely stay here. The cottage is well appointed and beautifully situated on a quiet road. There is a gorgeous view out front across the fields to the Dart, and the front bench gets the setting sun so it’s a lovely spot for a gin and tonic! The pub and village shop are neighbours but there is very little noise other than the occasional dog barking in the morning. Would definitely return.



Stay at Ollie's Cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 06 Jun 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A lovely light and airy cottage. Spacious and well equipped kitchen/dining room, lovely main bedroom and cute little child's bunk room. I wasn't clear from the photos that th twin beds were actually in the large sitting room but it worked out fine for the teenager.



Dittisham dog friendly

Review submitted on Sun, 23 May 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great location with ability to walk locally and be in green lanes with amazing views. Within half an hour of Salcombe and fantastic walk to Gara rock



Recent stay

Review submitted on Sun, 25 Apr 2021
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
It is a fantastic location with beautiful views, pet friendly and easy to stay even with family of 6 without feeling clustered



Ollies cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 06 Sep 2020
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Ollies cottage is in an excellent position behind the Red Lion pub and shop. The house is specious and we’ll orientated. Bathroom good although shower pump a bit noisy. Kitchen well equipped and spacious. We have stayed here before and probably will again



A lovely week at ollie’s cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 02 Aug 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The cottage was clean, comfortable and well equipped and in a good position. We found plenty of wonderful things to do in the area and thoroughly enjoyed our holiday there.



Stay at Ollie's Cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 30 Sep 2019
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The cottage is beautifully located for walking and touring. We found everything we needed at the cottage - the kitchen etc. is really well equipped and it is all well presented.
I'm not sure if we missed it, but we didn't appreciate until we saw the sign at the bottom of the staircase that dogs couldn't go up into the lounge (first floor) which meant that we didn't use the lounge at all and spent evenings in the kitchen watching TV on our laptop as we don't like to shut them away for the whole evening. It wasn't a real problem but I don't remember seeing that in the details - as I said I may have missed it. This was probably more of an issue as we had wet weather - in fine weather we wouldn't be stopping in so much and we would be using the patio garden.
Overall a really lovely cottage with excellent facilities - we had a lovely relaxing break.





Fabulous week!

Review submitted on Fri, 27 Sep 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a wonderful week at Ollies Cottage. The location is perfect and views of The Dart and surrounding area were stunning, Cottage was welcoming & very well equipped with everything you could need for a comfortable stay (once you got used to 3 floor living!). Weather for our week was lovely and sunny so most days spent at the beach with visits to Dartmouth, Kingsbridge, Totnes (highly recommended) & Salcombe (disappointing). The Red Lion is a great place for a pint or two in the evening.....friendly locals and you can pick up supplies....milk, bread etc at the same time! Already looking forward to return visit. Philippa, Mike & Dusty the dog.



Peaceful Stay

Review submitted on Mon, 09 Sep 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Had a great week at Ollie's Cottage and enjoyed the peaceful location.
Would have no issue with booking this cottage again.






Dittisham cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 18 Aug 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A lovely cottage in great place. Cottage beautifully equipped. Kitchen equipment excellent. We had everything we needed. Good selection of dvds and books
Position behind the Red Lion is wonderful so you can pop in for anything you need . The restaurant there is excellent



Fantastic Cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 11 Aug 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
This is the third time we have stayed at Ollie’s Cottage, the first being in 1999 when I was pregnant with my first son. We now have 4 children and 2 dogs and we all fit so comfortably in the cottage. It is in a perfect position being next to The Red Lion pub for provisions, Post Office and of course beer! The parking is never a problem as it can be with other properties in Dittisham. A short walk takes you to the river and all the activities to enjoy there, including the children favourite, crabbing and our favourite The FBI pub! The cottage is very well equipped, we love the washing machine and drier, perfect for the English summers! Nice to have tiled floor downstairs with dogs, much easier to keep clean. The beds are comfy and the shower is great. Lovely outside area too. As you can see we love it there!



Our stay at Ollie’s

Review submitted on Sun, 04 Aug 2019
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Very relaxing stay, good location, both pubs very good and friendly, lovely views from the house, would stay again.



Comfortable

Review submitted on Sun, 14 Jul 2019
3.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
3.0
We have friends that live in the village and this was an ideal property for us with three dogs.
We had everything we needed and plenty of space.
If I had to say a downside it would be that the property could do with a deep clean and a fresh lick of paint.
Will we be staying again? Definitely!! thinking we will book again for next year. Kind regards
Marion




Ollies Cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 23 Jun 2019
3.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Nice clean cottage, slightly difficult configuration of the rooms, a small TV in the kitchen/diner would have been useful as we had very poor weather.



Love our annual trip to Ollie's Cottage - our fourth visit - all you need is good weather!

Review submitted on Tue, 26 Mar 2019
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Always lovely to speak with Christine to book our little March visit. So thoughtful of her to let us know last year that it would have been very tough if we had travelled down last March due to show so we postponed until May. Love the home from home feeling about the cottage. Our little dog also loves it and sniffs around the kitchen saying - great to be back. Thank you Ollie. No doubt we will be back next year all things being equal. Have a great year.