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Dittisham Hideaway

Dartmouth, Devon

Sleeping in a treehouse with a wood-fired hot tub on the deck is the kind of thing children talk about for years. Tucked in a quiet wooded valley a mile from the Dart, it's easy to add a ferry ride to Dartmouth or a steam train trip to the weekend.

For the children

  • Nature activities
  • Dog friendly
Best for
Families wanting a treehouse adventure
Ages
All ages
Family rooms
Self-catering treehouses, shepherd huts and an Airstream
Outdoors
Woodland valley, River Dart, Dartmouth boats

We only list facilities we could confirm on their website — something not listed may still be there.

Days out nearby

  • Theme park · nearby attraction

    Devon's largest theme park mixes water coasters and rides with huge indoor play centres, so it works whatever the weather. Close to Dartmouth and the south Devon coast.

  • Paignton Zoo ↗

    ~5 miles · ~15 mins

    Zoo · nearby attraction

    A large botanical zoo on the English Riviera, with a crocodile swamp, a monkey heights area and lots of shaded garden walks. Good for a rainy-or-shine day during a south Devon beach weekend.

  • Pennywell Farm ↗

    ~12 miles · ~15 mins

    Farm park · excellent toddler activity

    Home of miniature pigs, Pennywell runs an hourly programme of hands-on sessions so children cuddle piglets, ride ponies and drive pedal tractors. On the edge of Dartmoor and very well set up for little ones.

  • Dartmoor Zoo ↗

    ~21 miles · ~30 mins

    Zoo · ideal day trip

    The zoo made famous by 'We Bought a Zoo' sits on the edge of Dartmoor, with big cats, bears and wolves in wooded enclosures. A good, uncrowded outing for families staying on the moor or near Plymouth.

  • Crealy Theme Park & Resort ↗

    ~32 miles · ~45 mins

    Theme park · ideal day trip

    A family theme park with gentle rides, a farm area and an indoor play zone, built around younger children. A short drive from Exeter and the Jurassic Coast.

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    Researched by Tumble in October 2026 from each place's own website. Tumble doesn't take these bookings — prices, availability and children's club details change, so check with them before you book. Distances and travel times are approximate.