https://www.facebook.com/1776413356014819/

Higher Dart Cottage, Dittisham

Home
United Kingdom
Dittisham
Higher Dart Cottage, Dittisham

Call Directions Contact the hotel

A beautiful cottage based in the heart of Dittisham

Enjoy South Devon in a home away from home 💙

Higher Dart is a cosy cottage to let holidays & weekends besides the River Dart, FBI and Anchorstone in the beautiful village of Dittisham, near Dartmouth. It includes a Sitting Room and Kitchen on the ground floor, a Half Landing arranged as an Office/workspace and a large Bedroom furnished with a King Size Bed and Bunks, suitable for a Couple with Children - snd Family Bathroom off the bedroom. There is no outside space, but the cottage is only eight doors from the beach and The Ham is five minutes walk.

25/10/2026

Sunday mornings - perfect especially with the extra hour in bed 💙

17/10/2026

13/10/2026

💚WIN A LUXURY DEVON ESCAPE FOR TWO!💚

We’re giving one lucky winner a complimentary night at our beautiful Higher Dart Cottage in Dittisham, South Devon!

Even better, the winner can extend their escape by up to FOUR additional consecutive nights at 50% OFF our usual accommodation rates.

💚 HOW TO ENTER

1. We’d love you to FOLLOW our page to discover more about Higher Dart Cottage.

2. ❤️ LIKE this competition post.

3. 💬 To enter the prize draw, COMMENT below and tell us who you’d bring on your Devon escape.

4. 🔄 PLEASE SHARE this competition with anyone who loves Devon — we’d be so grateful for your support!

📅 Entries close Sunday 8 November 2026 at 11:59pm.

The prize is redeemable between 1 January and 30 April 2027, subject to availability

https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/1044733334649668550?unique_share_id=d15ee107-c49c-43fc-93ad-2d001db7e74a&viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76

No purchase necessary. Full terms and conditions apply. This competition is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Facebook.

27/09/2026

There’s something lovely about autumn and winter Sundays in Dittisham: a roast dinner in the oven, Antiques Roadshow on the television and a roaring fire to settle in beside.

A cosy day at the cottage—what’s not to like?

04/09/2026

THE STORY OF A PAINTING THAT FOUND ITS WAY HOME

Around 20 years ago, I spotted this painting at Mander Auctions in Clare, Suffolk. I knew nothing about the artist or the history of the picture at the time, but the moment I saw its boats, water and atmospheric harbour, it reminded me of family holidays in Dittisham.

That connection was enough for me, so I bought it.

The painting is titled The White Ship. It depicts a wonderfully atmospheric working harbour, with a collection of traditional boats gathered beside the quay. The white-hulled vessel in the foreground immediately draws the eye, while the tall masts, waterside buildings and reflections lead into the distance beneath a large and beautifully unsettled sky.

For many years, I simply enjoyed the painting for what it was and for the memories it evoked. More recently, however, curiosity encouraged me to look more closely at the signature in the bottom corner. It appears to read “Ceunis”, with a small monogram beneath it, leading to the fascinating discovery that the artist is believed to be Gerard Ceunis.

Gerard Ceunis was born in Ghent, Belgium, in 1885. He trained at the Academy of Fine Arts in Ghent, graduating in 1912, and began exhibiting his work professionally shortly afterwards. Following the German invasion of Belgium in 1914, Ceunis and his young family fled to England, which became their permanent home.

He eventually settled in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, during the late 1920s, where he became a well-known local figure as both an artist and businessman. Alongside his painting, he opened a successful ladies’ clothing shop called Maison Gerard in Hitchin’s Market Place.

Ceunis exhibited in Britain during his lifetime, including a major retrospective at the Arlington Gallery in London in 1930. His work was influenced by Belgian Impressionism and particularly by the style known as Luminism, which concentrated on capturing the effects of light within a landscape. He seems to have been especially drawn to water and reflections—qualities that can be seen so clearly in The White Ship.

The painting now hangs in the bedroom at Higher Dart Cottage. After travelling from an unknown harbour, through an auction room in Suffolk and then spending 20 years with us, it somehow feels as though it has finally found the home it was always meant for, overlooking another village shaped by boats, water and generations of maritime life.

A painting bought because it reminded me of Dittisham, now forming a small but very special part of the cottage’s own story.

23/08/2026

We’re delighted to share that Higher Dart Cottage is now ranked among the top 5% of eligible homes on Airbnb! 🏆

With 21 wonderful reviews and a perfect 5.0 rating, we’re incredibly grateful to every guest who has stayed with us and taken the time to share their experience.

Nestled in the heart of beautiful Dittisham, our cosy one-bedroom cottage is the perfect place for a romantic escape, a peaceful riverside break or simply a few days away from it all. 🔥🌿⛵️

If you’re dreaming of a stay in South Devon, take a look at our Airbnb listing — we’d love to welcome you.

🔗 Booking link in bio

13/08/2026

A few snapshots from our own recent stay at Higher Dart Cottage ☀️⚓️

Sunny trips along the River Dart in the dinghy, an impromptu picnic beside the water, dinner overlooking the river as the sun went down—and even a little pirate adventure in the village! 🏴‍☠️

It’s easy to see why we love spending time here.

Dittisham is the perfect place to slow down, enjoy the river and make some very happy memories.

We’re already looking forward to our next visit! 💙

29/07/2026

We’re so pleased that every guest who has stayed at Higher Dart Cottage so far has left us a five-star review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

It’s lovely to hear that guests are enjoying the cottage, its location by the river and all the little details we included to make it feel comfortable and special.

Thank you to everyone who has stayed, looked after the cottage and taken the time to leave such kind feedback. It really does mean a lot to us.

We’re also delighted that Higher Dart Cottage has been recognised as an Airbnb Guest Favourite and is currently ranked within the top 10% of eligible homes. 🏡🌿

19/07/2026

Some fantastic photos of beautiful sent to us by our recent guests

Address

Manor Street
Dittisham
TQ60EX

Telephone

+447958538772

Website

facebook.com

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Higher Dart Cottage, Dittisham posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.