South Ford Haven

Hotels
9.6 (154 reviews)
48 A South Ford Road , Dartmouth , GB

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Luggage storage
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Designated smoking area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly hosts
Clean accommodations
Great location
High-quality amenities
Cons:
Stairs may be daunting for some

Categories

Cleanliness
9.69
The room was clean, comfortable, and nicely decorated with specific mentions of cleanliness in the reviews.
Service
9.96
Hosts were very welcoming, friendly, and communicated effectively.
Location
9.7
Convenient location, just a short walk from the town and waterfront.
Room Quality
9.55
Rooms are comfortable with lovely decorations and high-quality finishes.
Amenities
9.58
Generous selection of teas, coffee, and other thoughtful amenities provided.
Value for Money
9.14
The price is very affordable given the quality of stay and provided services.
Food and Beverage
9.39
The inclusion of fresh milk and welcome cider enhances the stay.
Overall Experience
9.76
All aspects of the stay contributed to a memorable and enjoyable experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 19:03

Property Description

Historic Building with Modern Comforts

Luxurious Accommodation

Experience a blend of history and comfort at South Ford Haven. Located near Compass Cove Beach and Dartmouth Castle, our historic building offers free WiFi and soundproof rooms. Enjoy garden views from the terrace and relax with amenities like a flat-screen TV and plush towels. Our allergy-free and non-smoking rooms ensure a comfortable stay for all guests. With Totnes Castle just 19 km away and Exeter International Airport within reach, South Ford Haven is the perfect choice for your next getaway.

Book now to indulge in a unique stay at South Ford Haven.

Important information:

Please note there are 30 steps to access the property from South Ford Road.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 154 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.69
Service: 9.96
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 9.55
Amenities: 9.58
Value for Money: 9.14
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 9.76
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Robert Pritchard • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

The hosts are most helpful and considerate (eg placing milk in the fridge, and troubling themselves to get local bus information). The room itself is a comfortable, stylish niche near the centre of a beautiful and dynamic town.

Cons:

Nothing, really. As other reviewers note, the stairs down to the premises could daunt anyone with a very heavy bag; and if the hosts had not been so kind as to insist on coming to show me the way, it would have puzzled me. As it was, these quirks were part of the fun.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
10
Perfect appt & location - with a lot of steps
Pros:

Hosts, facilities & location. Fantastic for exploring Dartmouth

Cons:

No dislikes.
Just be aware of many steps to access the apartment. I have mobility issues & use a walking stick, but managed, but less abled may struggle.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
P
paul • couple • gb
10
A fantastic property that is centrally located where a warm welcome from the perfect hosts is guaranteed
Pros:

The property is like home from home.Compact and bijou but everything thing included is thought through with attention to detail.Valarie and Phil are fantastic hosts and we really had a lovely comfortable stay.Centrally located so easy to visit all that Dartmouth has to offer.We will return and would highly recommend

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Terry • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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nathalie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely cosy clean room. Welcoming friendly host and a great location if you don't mind hills and steps. Good stopover on the SW Coast Path.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • gb
10
Friendly accommodating hosts and an excellent property
Pros:

Beautiful place although small, as we knew, it cleverly incorporates every facility required and tastefully done. Lovely outside seating area with town views

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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dawn • solo_traveller • gb
10
Exceptional accommodation in a good location with very helpful hosts.
Pros:

The location was very convenient to the centre of Dartmouth and the hosts could not have been more helpful in making sure that I could find the place easily. The room was exceptionally clean and pleasant. It had all that I needed to have an enjoyable stay and it all felt very luxurious.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Would highly recommend.
Pros:

Valerie was an excellent welcoming host. The place, although small as advertised,, is beautifully decorated with everything you could need for a stay. The location is superb. Would highly recommend.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Janettttt • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Elly • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Comfortable, clean, great location,

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • gb
8
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Anna-Lisa • family_with_children • ch
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
M
Mike • couple • gb
9
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • couple • dk
9
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
9
We was happy to have this room
Pros:

Very clean

Cons:

Everything was all right

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
10
Comfortable & very good value
Pros:

Cosy & modern & very clean. Fresh milk is very welcome

Cons:

It would be good to have thicker curtains just to keep the early morning sun out

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Judd • couple • za
9
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Julian • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Cozy self-contained annex with everything we needed. Host very helpful.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Serena • solo_traveller • gb
10
A perfect place to stay with kind generous hosts
Pros:

The location was perfect. The room was gorgeous with every detail thought of. The hosts were warm and kind. The little fridge with fresh milk and a choice of teas was so appreciated. Thank you for the fantastic stay.

Cons:

I liked everything.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Valerie was very friendly. It was a really cozy cabin room and had utilized the space well.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee