All Aboard for Coastal Charm! Grade II- Just Steps from the Beach- Kids Welcome!

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9.6Outstanding
(28 Ratings)
"We had a wonderful stay at this property! We arrived a little earlier than the official check-in time, and Tony was incredibly accommodating—he kindly let us park and explore the area while the proper..."
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9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(28 Ratings)

House in Dawlish

12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this house rental

Choo Choo Mansion is our wonderful seaside holiday let, boasting beautiful sea views and an unbeatable location in the heart of Dawlish town centre — complete with parking. Leave your cares—and your car—at home: we’re less than a minute’s walk from Dawlish train station, the sandy beach, and the bustling high street. It’s the perfect getaway for families, friends, or a romantic retreat.

The town is filled with amusements, restaurants, and charming independent shops. Soak up the true ambience of Dawlish with its sandy beach, ideal for sandcastle building, crabbing, and paddling with little ones. Stroll along the water’s edge or enjoy romantic sunsets over the sea. The town centre has everything you need: supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, amusements, boutique shops, cake shops, and delicious ice-cream vendors.

Inside Choo Choo Mansion:

Our holiday home is a Grade II listed townhouse with parking for up to three cars. As you enter, you’re greeted by a spacious hallway. To the left sits a large reception room with a corner sofa, 50-inch Freeview TV, open fireplace, soft lighting, DVD player, and a selection of films—perfect for cosy evenings after a day at the beach.

Continuing along the hallway, you’ll find a convenient downstairs WC. Further along is the dining room, furnished with a wooden table seating up to eight guests—an ideal space for relaxed evening meals together.

From the dining room, turn left into our shabby-chic kitchen, fully equipped with a large 8-ring cooker and double oven, Smeg fridge-freezer, washing machine, coffee machine, and all necessary crockery, utensils, pots, and pans.

The kitchen overlooks the walled garden, where a single step takes you into the outdoor dining area with a table for eight and soft ambient lighting—perfect for al-fresco meals and evening drinks.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
A short staircase—broken into small flights, ideal for older guests—leads to five double bedrooms:

First landing:
A spacious double bedroom overlooking the garden. Next to the main bathroom featuring a new copper bath and a large separate shower.

Next landing:
A large super-king bedroom with sea views and a TV for cosy nights in bed.

Upper landing:
Two further double bedrooms—one with a king-size bed overlooking the garden, and the other a standard double.

Top landing:
Our largest bedroom with a super-king bed, sea views, and a large Freeview TV.
With a second bathroom with WC, basin, and shower, functioning as a private ensuite.

A double inflatable mattress is also available for additional guests.

Guest Requirements:
No single-sex groups / hen or stag parties
All-adult groups must be aged 25+
Family groups with children are welcome
No shoes on the carpets
No pets permitted
Rental Agreement
No smoking in the property

Please Note:
A £500 security deposit is required and fully refundable within 7 days of departure, provided:

No damage is caused beyond normal wear and tear
No charges are incurred for illegal activity, pets, or additional services
All rubbish is disposed of and dishes are cleaned
All charges incurred during the stay are settled before departure
No linens are lost or damaged
No early arrival or late departure occurs
The renter is not evicted by the owner or local law enforcement

House Rules:
Cancellations: No refunds are given under any circumstances.
Maximum occupancy: 10 guests + 2 children.
Rates include a one-time linen and towel setup.
Any booking made under false pretence will be forfeited, including deposit and rental payments, and entry will be refused.
Any exceptions must be agreed in writing in advance.

Important Notes
Please flush toilet paper only. No feminine products may be flushed. Blockages caused by prohibited items may incur charges of up to £200.

Our maximum liability for losses resulting from breach of contract is limited to the value of your week’s stay plus 10%, and any loss that could reasonably have been foreseen at the time of booking.

Guests are strongly advised to take out travel insurance.
Holidays are non-transferable under any circumstances.

Amenities at All Aboard for Coastal Charm! Grade II- Just Steps from the Beach- Kids Welcome!

Non-smoking
No pets allowed

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Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(28 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
We had a wonderful stay at this property! We arrived a little earlier than the official check-in time, and Tony was incredibly accommodating—he kindly let us park and explore the area while the property was being cleaned after the previous guests.The location is absolutely perfect—right next to the beach and just steps away from shops, restaurants, and most importantly, the train station, which made it super easy to get around. It was the ideal base for our holiday, and we really appreciated how convenient everything was.Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable stay in a prime location. Thanks again, Tony!
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely property and excellent location. Lovely hosts and made to feel very Christmassy before we arrived. Definitely a property we would use again.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a multi-generational group stay at Choo Choo for Christmas and had a wonderful time. The house is spacious and comfortable with everything you could need for an easy stay. The location was convenient and close to the sea front as well as shops and amenities in Dawlish.
10.0 / 10.0
Delightful and quirky in the best possible way. There's an old fuel pump in the living room, for goodness sake. It should be overwhelming, but the overall character of the place makes it all work very well. Large bedrooms with individual sitting areas make it easy for large groups to spread out without being on top of one another constantly. Icing on the cake is the perfect location in Dawlish - super-close proximity to main street shops and the train station means there's no need for a car to get supplies or see the sights along the coast. Special shout out to Tony for being amazingly responsive to miscellaneous questions that came up from us Dawlish newbies. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to come back soon!
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely place to stay- enough room to satisfy from 12 to 93 so noone was on top of each other.. Close to town park and beach with the huge bonus of parking at the house. Only thing- it would have been nice to have an arm chair in the loung for the 93 year old as he couldnt get on the sofa Already looking to book next year..
10.0 / 10.0
We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful property, the house is extremely spacious and has plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. Each room is very well decorated and furnished, and the train memorabilia throughout the house gives it so much character. Tony is an amazing host- very helpful, friendly and responsive, quickly answering any questions. The location of the house is perfect being in the heart of Dawlish, it was so nice being able to leave the car on the driveway and just walk round the corner to the shops, arcade, beach etc. The train station is practically on the doorstep if wanting to leave the car behind and visit other towns by train. We enjoyed having a stroll along the water in Dawlish looking at the black swans, and also a visit to Gays Creamery for some lovely pasties, cakes and ice cream! I would 100% recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay in the area, it is perfect for friends and families especially if there’s quite a few people, the photos don't do the house justice as we were amazed at the space when we arrived. It's clear that so much time, thought and effort has been put in to the property, which makes it more special and personal. We will definitely be returning, and can't wait for our next visit.Thanks so much for a lovely stay!
10.0 / 10.0
A great place to stay with our extended family of 8 adults. All the rooms are spacious and well kitted out. A fun place to stay and Dawlish is lovely to explore.
10.0 / 10.0
A quirky and comfortable property, ideal for an extended family holiday. Location is superb, right next to railway station for visiting the area by train, all the ameneties of Dawlish on doorstep, nice coastal location.

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at All Aboard for Coastal Charm! Grade II- Just Steps from the Beach- Kids Welcome!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is All Aboard for Coastal Charm! Grade II- Just Steps from the Beach- Kids Welcome! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at All Aboard for Coastal Charm! Grade II- Just Steps from the Beach- Kids Welcome!?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and no pets allowed.


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