The Little Fountain House

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Bed, Kitchen or kitchenette, Photo of the whole room

8.0Excellent

(126 Ratings)

"There was everything we needed for a short stay self catering. It was well equiped and the instructions were thorough and detailed. It was a bit of a walk to the town but we were forewarned so it wasn..."

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8.0 / 10.0

Excellent(126 Ratings)

Apartment in Dawlish

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

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Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

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About this apartment rental

Featuring a garden, The Little Fountain House offers accommodations in Dawlish. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Dawlish Beach is 1.1 miles away and Newton Abbot Racecourse is 10 miles from the apartment.

Amenities at The Little Fountain House

Free WiFi/internet

Free Parking

Non-smoking

Heating

Balcony/Terrace

WiFi/Internet

Garden

Fire alarm

Fire extinguisher

Cleaning products

Map of Dawlish

Nearby attractions

South Devon Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)

25 mi

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

11.6 mi

Babbacombe Model Village

7 mi

Pennywell Farm

15.5 mi

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Top rated by guests

8.0Excellent

(126 Ratings)

Verified guest

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

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8.0 / 10.0

Excellent(126 Ratings)

Apartment in Dawlish

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Enhanced cleaningExtra health and hygiene measures to ensure your safety

Map of Dawlish

Nearby attractions

South Devon Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)

25 mi

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

11.6 mi

Babbacombe Model Village

7 mi

Pennywell Farm

15.5 mi

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Free WiFi/internet

Free Parking

Non-smoking

Heating

Balcony/Terrace

WiFi/Internet

Garden

Fire alarm

Fire extinguisher

Cleaning products

Ratings and reviews

8.0 / 10.0

Excellent(126 Ratings)

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10.0 / 10.0

I would definitely stay again but in the summer .

There was everything we needed for a short stay self catering. It was well equiped and the instructions were thorough and detailed. It was a bit of a walk to the town but we were forewarned so it wasnt a problem.

As it was only single glazed windows there was a lot of moisture on the windows in the morning . But that wasnt helped by the fact that the weather wasnt great - it was cold and wet outside.

10.0 / 10.0

Fabulous

Quirky little place and great for work concentration! With no distractions, o felt like I was in a period drama having a coffee next to the fountain in the morning 🥰 the owners are lovely and really accommodating 🙌🏻

7.0 / 10.0

Quiet little get away

The place being made up and ready when I got there was really helpful, the hosts really went out of their way to make things clear and the arrival email was super great with all the information I needed including a short cut. The kitchen was well set up and I appreciated them leaving some salt and pepper!

It needs better curtains and some information on how to heat the bathroom as it was very chilly in there.

9.0 / 10.0

I recommend

A very nice place, close to the beach. The house is small but has everything you need.

We are quite tall so the bed wasn't for us, but it's not a big problem.

8.0 / 10.0

Suitable for a one or two night stay

Location

Sofa bed Not much room to move around

7.0 / 10.0

Excellent value

Was a little small

10.0 / 10.0

Absolutely wonderful!!

Location was amazing. Stunning views and fabulous walk to the town. A hidden gem!! Owner was so very welcoming. We will definitely come back ASAP!! Such amazing value for money !

There was Nothing to dislike!!

8.0 / 10.0

It was nice

Location was ideal & stay was great

Couch was uncomfortable but still managed to sleep

6.0 / 10.0

Not really an apartment

It was clean, well equipped kitchen. Very quiet. Lovely walk through the park to town.

The bed settee was uncomfortable, a mattress topper would be good. We couldn't have one decent shower, even though we put water heater on well in advance, it ran cold after a couple of minutes. All windows and door didn't shut very well. No bedside cabinet. 2 fold up chairs were put behind the drop leaf table against the wall. And by the side were 2 big garden chairs. Given how small the place is this it made it very difficult to sit at table. We ended up putting the garden chairs by fridge and pushing the table up against the wall then put one chair by side and other in front. Think dishwasher and garden chairs are unnecessary. We did sit outside for half hour, but the garden was a bit scruffy and there was stagnant water in the fountain feature. This really isn't an apartment, it's very much like a garden sunhouse we used to have. Maybe ideal for a single person, but for a couple it was just too small. No where to put anything, we didn't bother unpacking our bags.

10.0 / 10.0

Very cosy, quaint accommodation in lovely location

Very cosy & comfortable. Despite the size, the kitchen & bathroom are fine. Wi fi signal excellent. Television has loads of channels including Netflix & Amazon Prime. Plenty of space at the front of the property to park a car.

Roads nearby are quite narrow, but are ok if driven carefully.

5.0 / 10.0

Not quite what we expected too small space for two

I liked the courtyard it was a nice place to sit, especially in the morning at breakfast when the sun was there.

The bed was awful not comfortable at all I was in a dip as it was in two pieces and I was up against a wall, I had bad sleep most nights. The light coming in did not bother me. The shower was unpredictable followed instructions set out in the manual. The cooker did not have an oven and could only use one ring at a time. Rang the owner she sent a friend to help us work it. Lack of storage space felt cramped for two people. A smaller table would have helped provide more space just a small round folded one, there was a large heavy table not needed really. Also coffee machine was nice but not necessary it took worktop space and we never used the dishwasher, again the cupboard could be used for storage. I feel a few tweaks could improve the small area as I would call it a studio rather than an apartment.

2.0 / 10.0

Little fountain house

Location was very peaceful

This shouldn't be called an apartment as its far from one is more like a glorified garden summer house. No where to store anything. Says it has an oven but doesn't defo not worth the money

9.0 / 10.0

Charming!

Charming property and friendly host. 15 mins to the town along the river. Ideal for walking to Teignmouth and dining at the Jolly Fish Shop. Also for walking the coast to Starcross and the River Exe. The Sticky Rice Thai restaurant in Dawlish is excellent, as are the pasties at 100 year old Gay's Bakery. Will try and visit some of the interesting looking pubs next time!

the journey home

9.0 / 10.0

Great place to stay , comfortable and well equipped and a nice walk by the river to get to town and the beach

Very comfortable and quiet

10.0 / 10.0

Apart from the bed, a convenient location for Dawlish and trains

The bed wasn’t comfortable. It was a sofa bed and had to sleep across twoapart mattresses

1.0 / 10.0

Little Fountain House, Dawlish 5 July 2025.

Nothing.

Although we expected the property to be small externally, we did not expect the cramped and limited room inside, caused by the number of pieces of furniture and other obstructions within. The room was described as suitable for two persons for a minimum of two nights, yet it was at best suitable for one person for one night with a rucksack. We were unable to unpack our clothes as there was insufficient room to place a suitcase and no luggage space. There were no coat hangers, despite photos on the website showing a small number on the wall. We had to continually move our equipment around the room in order to find space to merely stand. The property was also described as being '10-15 minutes walk' from the centre of Dawlish. We are both used to walking long distances and I walk briskly, but it took at least 25 minutes to walk from the centre of Dawlish. It was the most uncomfortable experience I have ever had in a holiday let. We left the premises after only a two day stay, because we could not stand any more.

5.0 / 10.0

Quaint and quirky.

Quaint and quirky place well made and designed , some very modern touches , your own parking space. Close enough to walk to walk to town and restaurants. There was tea coffee and milk provided which is a lovely touch. The socket outlets with usb outlets.

Not enough space for big persons, I am 6 feet and large framed , we were constantly moving stuff , to be able to either eat or sleep, the dining table is quite heavy and requires putting up and taking down , not suitable for older people , curtains are see through my wife could not sleep fully as there is too much light coming, the hob is lovely but I could only use one ring at a time, water heater takes some getting used to but well explained. The car parking entrance is interesting, as you need to navigate two hills/cambers to get in. The heating controls are not properly screwed to the wall? And very close to the bathroom light switch , worried it may fall off the wall , there is evidence of tape on the pattress to try and keep it in place, although not high voltage still a worry in the area of the kitchen and moisture.

9.0 / 10.0

Short break in South Devon

A small independent garden, quiet, comfortable and excellent value for money.All needs catered for.

Location, would not be suitable for elderly, less mobile clients, but suited our needs.

1.0 / 10.0

Didn't stay because the property was too small for two adults

I expected a very small cottage but it was only a converted garden shed with no wardrobes or shelving for clothes, no food cupboard and quite frankly was only suitable for a single person staying one or two nights, definitely not suitable for a couple looking for a three night stay.

9.0 / 10.0

Ideal venue for one person or couple perfectly situated for my needs

Not applicable

Water wasn’t hot enough

9.0 / 10.0

Fabulous

Beautiful quirky accommodation with everything you need for a stay away.

Nothing…..it was amazing

9.0 / 10.0

Cosy and recommended

Very quiet, quirky and cosy. Everything was provided, easy walk into town.

Parking is provided, but it is unsuitable for large vehicles (I got stuck, and parked down the road for the second night)

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely area every you need is there

10 minute walk to the beach. Cute little house to stay in with all weathers. The host is friendly and answers everything that you need to know.

The shower goes a little cold sometimes when in it but everything else was perfect.

9.0 / 10.0

Lovely accommodation at a great price

Comfortable accommodation at a reasonable price. Really peaceful location, but with easy access to Dawlish town centre and the train station, which was a 10 minute walk away and brilliant for everything we wanted to do. Accommodation had a reasonable sized double sofa bed that was made up for the stay, a clean well equipped en-suite bathroom and good kitchen facilities, including a fridge, hob and microwave. There was even some tea and milk included for our stay. The patio outside was a sun trap and a lovely spot for breakfast in the morning. We throughly enjoyed our stay and would stay again in future.

Nothing major but the room could do with slightly thicker curtains to block out the sun, which comes full through the windows early in the morning and the shower hot water tank never really gave us more than a few minutes of hot water, so fast showers a must.

10.0 / 10.0

Little Fountain House is a bijou but very well equipped lodge in a quiet garden. We were very happy

Location was good, a pleasant ten minute walk to the seafront/town via the river.

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect getaway in Devon.

Loved everything there, perfect location where we were visiting. Everything available there that one would need on a break from it all. We will be back.

Everything was perfect.

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful time in Devon ;-)

You're in luck! The location is fantastic and just a short stroll away from the bustling town center. Plus, you'll love how peaceful and tranquil the surroundings are.

For us all was perfect!

10.0 / 10.0

A relaxing and comfortable stay.

The host was very welcoming and greeted us at the gate upon arrival. The Little Fountain House maybe small but had all the necessities needed for a weekend away. Was in a quiet and peaceful location but in-between lots of places to visitm

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10.0 / 10.0

We had a very relaxing 2 night break and would’ve loved to stay longer. We both felt very relaxed and would have absolut

Absolutely fell in love with this little place! Every little detail has been taken care of and our stay was perfect. It’s been equipped with everything you need and more, all excellent quality and the hosts are so warm and welcoming, nothing was too much trouble

Nothing at all for this category!!

10.0 / 10.0

Review Fountain Cottage.

Our hosts, were gracious, friendly and extremely helpful. Can't wait to return!!!

Absolutely nothing, it was everything that we had hoped it would be. We were looking for a quiet get away and the cottage didn't disappoint.

9.0 / 10.0

Really great.

They seemed to think of everything you might need - even salt which is usually never provided but really necessary if you are eating in. Also, the lovely fountain, the patio and the views.

10.0 / 10.0

My stay at the little fountain house!

It is really cute and cozy, very clean and suited me comfortably, 100% I will be coming back. It's perfect for anyone alone or maybe with a partner, the owners are both lovely too, honestly if your planning to stay in the area, this is the place for you!

10.0 / 10.0

Exceptional

Lovely weekend away lovely owners very clean had everything we needed there and very comfy bed lovely garden very relaxed

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10.0 / 10.0

Very Well equipped about 10 to 15min walk from the sea front.

The Garden Cottage is extremely well equipped, including USB charging points.

The Sofa doubles up as the double bed.

8.0 / 10.0

A convenient location for our stay for the Easter weekend.

Cosy, good bathroom facilities.

Awkward access. No storage.

FAQs

Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?

Yes, this apartment has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Little Fountain House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

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

Is The Little Fountain House pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at The Little Fountain House?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, heating, and balcony/terrace.

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The Little Fountain House

Apartment in Dawlish

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities at The Little Fountain House

Map of Dawlish

Nearby attractions

Apartment in Dawlish

Reasons to book

Map of Dawlish

Nearby attractions

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?

Is parking included with this apartment?

Is there a pool at this apartment?

Is The Little Fountain House pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Little Fountain House?

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