Merchants Rest

Merchants Rest in Dartmouth provides accommodation with free WiFi, 2.5 miles from Blackpool Sands, 200 yards from Greenway and less than 0.6 miles from Dartmouth Castle.

The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower.

Hiking, cycling and fishing are possible within the area, and the apartment offers water sports facilities.

The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 27.3 miles from Merchants Rest.

Information about the host

Merchant’s Rest is located within the heart of Dartmouth, South Devon. It is a contemporary first floor apartment within a prominent Grade I listed building. The original fireplace and mullion windows remain yet the kitchen has been upgraded with high-gloss doors and stone work surfaces. It also has a breakfast bar with two stools meanwhile the living space has been furnished with two cord sofas, a coffee table and three footstools. There is also a 30” flatscreen internet-enabled TV with Freeview and a DVD player. The dining space has a glass table which seats four. The result is a contemporary, light and airy feel; perfect for relaxing after a day spent exploring Dartmouth and the surrounding South Devon coastline. Kitchen/Utility: Merchant’s Rest has a high-gloss modern kitchen with an electric double oven, integrated grill, electric hob, washer dryer, dishwasher and fridge freezer. It is fully equipped with a microwave, kettle, toaster and a cafetiere whilst the cupboards and drawers are stocked with a range of crockery. Bedrooms: Merchant’s Rest has two bedrooms. The first is a master bedroom furnished with a queen-sized bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table and two bedside cabinets with lamps. The second, a cabin room, is furnished with a 4ft double bed with a 2ft 6 single bed on top. We recommend that the double bed is only used for one adult or one child and the single bed, given its size, is used for one child. There is one family bathroom at Merchant’s Rest which features a bath with shower over, WC, wash basin, shaver point, heated towel rail and a cabinet. Exterior/Parking: Merchant’s Rest benefits from a secure garage only 250 metres away which is suitable for one medium-sized car. Please note the dimensions are 16ft x 14ft. There are two parking spaces however the second space is reserved for our other property Merchant’s Rise.

The Way family have been running hotels and self catering properties for more than 20 years. Currently they have 3 properties in Dartmouth. Dartmouth offers something for everyone so whether you are looking for a relaxing break in a beautiful place or you want to explore historical sites or have adventures at the beach or on the water - you can find it all here! Along with great places to eat and drink. Dartmouth also has many festivals and events throughout the year, including the very popular Dart Music Festival in May, Dartmouth Regatta in August and Dartmouth Food Festival in October.

Dartmouth is a renowned coastal town on the River Dart with a strong naval background. It has charming cobbled streets, stylish independent shops, many galleries, cosy cafes and restaurants serving exceptional local produce. You can choose to explore the South West coastal paths, enjoy a day at award winning beaches, visit heritage sites such as Dartmouth Castle or National Trust properties such as Greenway and Coleton Fishacre, or you may choose to simply sit and watch the boats on the river.