Crooks Cottage (Dittisham) - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Lovely comfortable cottage with outdoor space. We really enjoyed our week stay. The cottage has everything you need. Very good overall thank you

Positive notes Crooks cottage is a tidy, clean cottage, and has everything you need and accommodated the dog with water bowls, bedding etc and a stable door to keep dogs safe in the utility area however sadly we found Crooks Cottage a disappointing stay firstly due to its size it felt slightly over cluttered, there was only 2 of us staying with our dog i cant imagine how it would feel accommodating more people. The garden/patio area is overlooked by the next door neighbors kitchen windows and sadly had builders in renovating this property when we stayed so it was noisy with drilling and not private to sit out side until after the builders had left. We where woken up at 7 am each morning by a van delivering supplies to the pub each morning leaving its engine running for about 15 mins, not the fault of Crooks cottage but the location to the pub either suits people or not and is something to be considered as can be noisy. We have stayed in Dittisham several times before however due to its size, lack of privacy and location to the pub we will not be returning to Crooks Cottage.

When first entering the cottage we were disappointed with the overall appearance of the lounge. A very uncomfortable leather sofa. We were happy with the kitchen and the bedrooms and bed linen. The bathroom was a problem as the water from the bath was very slo running away, and the plug didn’t fit ! The house keeper came and changed the plug which was a little better but we had to clean away the ‘gunge’ that was stopping the water running away. Also there were two dirty towels left from the previous customer on the back of the bedroom door. Disappointed with a poor welcome basket but I suppose it didn’t advertise there would be one, Because we had beautiful weather for the time of year made our stay of the view from the top patio very good. We have noticed that the property is on the market so maybe the owners are letting it go a little. Sorry about my comments but you have persisted in asking for them.

The cottage is in an excellent position and the views from the garden are beautiful if a little marred by the severe overlooking. Most things are provided but some of the furnishings are very tired… The leather sofa is so worn that you almost sit on the floor as the cushions have absolutely no stuffing left. The blind in the main bedroom has become unstrung so that it remains closed the whole time.

A very clean, comfortable, well-equipped and well-positioned cottage in an idyllic setting. Loved the (dog secure) back garden with views over the Dart. Didn’t use the car all week. Lots of walking, ferry rides and pub meals. A great break. Thank you!

This little cottage could be a little gem. But it isn’t. The outdoor area is a real jewel in the crown but unfortunately the area for sitting and lounging was covered in dog hair and could not be used. The whole reason for booking this place. Such a disappointment. The bedrooms and beds and linen were nice and the shower and hot water good. The bedroom needs a privacy blind as the neighbours opposite look right in to the window from their outdoor sitting area. The sitting room - very dark and poor lighting and smelt very odd. We didn’t use it at all and we left a day early. The location a stone’s throw from the river and Anchorstone Café is very special indeed. Crooks Cottage could also be very special but just missed in many ways.

This is our second time staying with dart valley cottages and again absolutely fantastic service. Crooks cottage is very sweet in a perfect location a stones throw from the pub and the cafe and the water . It’s tiny but got everything you need and amazing little garden out the back with view of the water. We loved our stay.

What a great place to stay; Crooks cottage has a fabulous location, beautiful views and was really well equipped with everything we needed. And Dart Valley Cottages are hands down the best holiday rental company we have ever used. Incredibly helpful, efficient and brilliant communication, I can't recommend them highly enough and we will be booking again. Many thanks for a wonderful stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our short break (despite the indifferent weather) and our granddaughter loved the cottage too. Very thoughtful to provide crabbing buckets and lines and and the crabbing was the highlight of our stay. Nice touches with Easter decorations on the door and Easter Eggs in our welcome pack. Would love to return in better weather and to be able to more enjoy the lovely outside space with stunning views.

Crooks cottage is a lovely Cosy cottage just seconds from beautiful Dittisham waterfront, with stunning views of the water from the garden terrace. The cottage had everything needed for a comfortable stay and the bed linen was superb quality! Only thing to consider is if you are tall (I’m 5 ‘ 9) you will find some of the doorways very low- I did bang my head on several occasions when I forgot to ‘duck’!