Moonrakers, Dartmouth

Moonrakers is a whole-house rental on Clarence Street in Dartmouth, set on rising ground with the kind of views from the upper floors that get singled out by every recent guest. The format suits a family or group with a dog: kitchen, dining and lounge are on the upper floor (giving the best of the views), bedrooms below, and a garden at the back that pets can use during the day.

Agoda hasn't published a per-night pet fee, weight cap, or breed restrictions for this property, so confirm those directly with the host when booking. The house is described by recent guests as cosy and family-feeling, with proper outlook from the bedrooms and enough space across the floors to spread out across a multi-day stay.

Important caveat for dog owners - and the reason this property doesn't earn a higher paw rating despite positive pet feedback: the garden door (the one your dog will use to access the garden) has been flagged by multiple recent guests as not locking properly. That's a real escape risk for a curious or excitable dog, particularly one who's never stayed at the property before and doesn't know the layout. Plan to use a long-line, only let the dog out under supervision, or pack a portable gate while the host fixes the latch. Several recent guests have raised this with the managing office without resolution at the time of their stays, so verify the current state when you book.

Location-wise, the property sits within walking distance of central Dartmouth, the harbour, the embankment and the riverside. The town is one of the more dog-friendly south Devon harbour towns with a good spread of dog-friendly pubs and cafes, and the South West Coast Path heading toward Stoke Fleming opens up structured walks for a proper outing with the dog.

Other observations from recent guests worth knowing before booking: signage to the property is limited, so leave time for a navigation moment on arrival. Plumbing has been flagged for attention by multiple guests. House has been painted blue rather than matching the listing photos. These are operational rather than pet-policy issues but worth knowing in advance.

Best suited to dog owners visiting Dartmouth who want a multi-floor whole-house rental with strong views, who'll manage the garden-door risk practically (long-line or supervised access), and who can roll with a property that has visible operational rough edges.