About this property
With beautiful estuary views and set in an idyllic position overlooking the edge of the River Torridge, this charming cottage, set in the delightful fishing village of Appledore, offers cosy accommodation in a tranquil setting. Within easy reach of the pretty village of Instow, the popular harbour town of Bideford and the lovely Victorian seaside village of Westward Ho!, Appledore makes a delightful holiday base for a family wanting to explore the wonderful beaches and breathtaking coastline of North Devon.
Set in one of Appledore’s charming and colourful side-streets, this traditional fisherman’s cottage makes a fantastic base for a holiday. The cottage features a stylish kitchen/diner which leads onto a charming balcony with a spacious patio area where you can sit back and enjoy a meal alfresco and admire the river views. There’s also a comfortable lounge with a traditional wood burner set in a stone fireplace, and a small balcony just off the lounge with a seating area. There are three comfortable bedrooms: a double room on the ground floor, and, heading up the steep cottage-style stairs, a twin room and a single room with an additional pull-out bed.
The vibrant fishing village of Appledore features a fantastic choice of restaurants pubs, chip shops and art galleries, and is home to the North Devon Maritime Museum, which explores the village’s seafaring heritage. There are lovely sandy beaches nearby in Westward Ho! and across the river in Instow (which can be reached via ferry) or you could enjoy the beautiful Northam Burrows Country Park. The market town of Barnstaple is just 13 miles away and family attractions within 13 miles include The BIG Sheep, The Milky Way Adventure Park and Tapeley Park.
Additional information and rules
No dogs allowed
- Sleeps 5
- 3 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single with pull out single (bedding not provided for pull out bed)
- 1 en-suite shower room, 1 shower room and 1 wet-room
- TV/DVD in lounge
- Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine
- Horse riding, golf club and indoor pool all with 2 miles
- Wood burner
- Electric and central heating included
- Roadside parking (subject to availability) or nearby public car park
- Wi-Fi included
- Beach 2 miles, pubs, restaurants, shops within walking distance