Find cottages and self catering and close to a sandy beach in Devon South West England

Birds Cottage, Appledore, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £270 to £

Self catering accommodation in Appledore sleeps 4.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: A charming character home nestling in a row of Fishermans cottages just a short stroll from the quay. Parking can be found roadside along the quay or in nearby car parks.

Tucked away in a charming narrow street within a short stroll of the bustling Quay, decked with flowers in high summer, Birds Cottage is a delightful home in this "Little White Fishing Village". The bright and welcoming living room features an impressive stone fireplace with wood burning stove, ideal for cosy evenings at any time of the year. A separate dining room also features an attractive brick and stone fireplace and a butler sink in the kitchen adds to the character. Upstairs are three attractive bedrooms, the double having an iron bedstead and one of the single rooms also having a pull out bed, ideal for flexible sleeping arrangements. All are all served by a separate modern bathroom. Why not stroll down to the quay for a scenic boat trip or trying your hand at crabbing or fishing from the water's edge. Just across the river the popular village of Instow, with its safe sandy beach and array of yachts and sailing craft is well worth a visit or for fabulous surfing waves Westward Ho! is just a five minute drive away.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Living room with wood burning stove, TV with Freeview and DVD. Dining Room. Kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and washing machine. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Single plus a pull out bed. Bedroom 3 with Single. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. Complimentary basket of logs. Garden furniture. Regret no pets. No smoking. BBQ. Parking is available on the roadside along the quay or within public car parks in the village. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday

9 bedroom cottage, Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 20
Weekly price range £1650 to £

Self catering accommodation in Ilfracombe sleeps 20.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Short Breaks • Detached Property • cottage Sleeps 20

Accommodation overview: HUGE GEORGIAN HOME WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO ILFRACOMBE S MANY ATTRACTIONS SHORT BREAKS FOR 3 NIGHTS 80% 4 NIGHTS 85% 5 NIGHTS 90% OF THE FULL WEEKLY COST. 300 SECURITY DEPOSIT PAYABLE TO OWNER PRIOR TO ARRIVAL CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR 2015 - THE PROPERTY WILL BE A MONDAY CHANGEOVER This huge Georgian semi-detached home originally built as a gentleman s residence offers great space for large family holidays get-togethers and special events. Minutes from the centre of the town and Tunnels Beach it means you can leave your car and enjoy the local restaurants without the worry of driving home. The Landmark Theatre with all-year-round entertainment is close by and for those who enjoy walking the house is virtually on the trail of the Torrs Walk. The pretty harbour about 10 minutes walk offers fishing trips and pleasure cruises around the coast or to Lundy Island. 10 minutes drive to the famous sandy surf beach of Woolacombe. There are good views over the town from several rooms. Games room: complete with pool and bar billiards table football game and darts. The accommodation is arranged over four floors and offers NINE bedrooms: all with en-suite facilities TVs and clock/radios. On the ground floor just off the main entrance hall is 1 twin with en-suite shower and WC. On the first floor is 1 double four-poster with canopy and en-suite bath and WC 1 double with en-suite shower and WC 1 double with additional single bed with en-suite shower and WC 1 double with en-suite shower and WC (please note 2 steps into this bedroom and care must be taken). On the second floor is 1 twin with en-suite shower and WC 1 double with additional single bed with en-suite bath and WC 2 doubles with en-suite bath and WC. The front door opens onto a large reception hall with sweeping staircase. Large inner porch with ground floor cloakroom with WC. Lounge: with TV DVD gas fire and lovely bay window overlooking the town with through door to second smaller seating area. The lower ground floor consists of: Kitchen: very well-equipped with large 6-burner gas hob gas oven 2 microwaves dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Dining room: seating 20 with plenty of space complete with hi-fi and additional small lounge and door to small south-facing garden. Utility room: 2 separate rooms 1 housing additional freezers and fridge washing machine and tumble dryer in the other. Amenities: parking for 4 cars along with free road parking. Bed linen electric central heating and wi-fi included (from 5th April 2014). Regret no smoking. 2 well-behaved dogs welcome. Additional info: 300 security deposit requested payable direct to the owner prior to arrival. Short breaks for 3 nights 80% 4 nights 85% and 5 nights 90% of the weekly cost. Location: beach shops and pubs all walking distance. Arrival: 4pm.

2 bedroom cottage, Instow, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £370 to £

Self catering accommodation in Instow sleeps 4.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 3 COTTAGES CLOSE TO SAILING TOWN OF INSTOW WITH STUNNING VIEWS ACROSS SURROUNDING COUNTRYSIDE SLEEPS 4 1 These comfortable cottages are converted from former barns and have exposed beams and stonework which adds to their character. Situated on the owners farm adjacent to the farmhouse but where privacy is assured. Guests can enjoy the countryside views from the land and benefit from being a 5 minute drive from the sandy beach at Instow. Lots to see and do nearby with Tapeley House and Gardens being a 5 minute drive away. Other attractions include The Big Sheep The Milky Way both offer indoor and outdoor activities and events for all the family. The golden sands at Westward Ho! are popular with beach lovers and offer excellent opportunities for surfing and body boarding. Instow itself has a selection of small shops an excellent mini-supermarket superb riverfront hotel and a selection of restaurants and pubs all of which offer food. Wander along the promenade and enjoy a locally made Hockings ice cream sit amongst the sand dunes and watch the sailing boats bobbing up and down or have a go at a variety of water sports which can be organised on the beach. Across the estuary is the small fishing village of Appledore which has a history of seafarers and ship building and is worth a trip across the water. Farm activities: guests are welcome to feed the chickens. Outside: shared use of extensive lawns with garden furniture and BBQ. Amenities: ample off-road parking. Bed linen and central heating included. Electric by meter. Regret no smoking. 1 small/medium dog welcome in each cottage please note that dogs must be kept on leads at all times due to the animals on site. Shared laundry room with washing machine and tumble drier. Additional info: wi-fi hotspot in the farmhouse by arrangement. Location: beach shops pubs restaurants 1.5 miles. A cosy cottage offering TWO bedrooms: on ground floor 1 king-size and Z bed 1 twin on first floor. Shower room: with WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: open-plan with open fire and electric effect woodburner and TV/DVD. Kitchen area with electric oven and hob fridge with small freezer section and microwave. Dining area.

2 bedroom cottage, Appledore, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 3
Weekly price range £285 to £

Self catering accommodation in Appledore sleeps 3.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 3

Accommodation overview: CHARMING CHARACTER COTTAGE IN PRETTY FISHING VILLAGE SETTING. SLEEPS 3 1 This former fisherman s cottage has been lovingly decorated and furnished by its owners keen to preserve its historic charm. Conveniently located just off Irsha Street and within easy walking distance of the bustling quayside of this vibrant fishing village it provides a great base for a holiday. Appledore itself provides a great seaside retreat for those who want to relax and enjoy a simpler pace of life and boasts a selection of pubs maritime museum and varied selection of art and craft galleries. Other activities nearby include visits to the Big Sheep and Milky Way theme parks golf surfing fishing sailing or just relaxing on the stunning sandy beaches that North Devon is famed for. The surfing beach at Westward Ho! is just a 5 minute drive and caters for surfers bathers and families . You will also be conveniently close to the Tarka Trail making this a perfect location for walking and cycling and the popular market towns of Bideford and Barnstaple both offering an array of amenities. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: 1 king-size and 1 single room with additional pull-out single bed (suitable for sleeping an additional person) approached by steep cottage style stairs. Shower room: with WC on the ground floor and accessed via the kitchen. Lounge/diner: with TV and woodburner effect electric fire. Kitchen: compact galley style with electric oven and hob fridge freezer and microwave. Outside: small patio area to the front of the property (neighbouring properties have right of way over this) with seating. Amenities: public parking can be found close-by and it is possible to purchase a weekly pass for the nearby car park. Bed linen electric central heating and Wi-Fi included. Regret no smoking inside the property. 1 well-behaved dog welcome. Location: beach 1 mile and selection of pubs shops and restaurants all within walking distance.

2 bedroom apartment, Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £380 to £

Self catering accommodation in Ilfracombe sleeps 4.

Features include: • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Short Breaks • apartment Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: PANORAMIC SEA VIEWS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE FROM THE HARBOUR Nestling right on the water s edge next to Capstone Hill this delightful apartment is the perfect retreat to experience beautiful North Devon. Superb coastal views can be enjoyed from the double aspect picture windows across the open sea and to Lantern Hill on the harbour entrance. You will be a short walk to the harbour shops pubs and the popular restaurant owned by the artist Damien Hirst whose 20 metre Verity bronze statue also stands at the harbour entrance. As well as this you will be ideally positioned for touring the rugged coastline and the whole area with all year attractions including National Trust s Arlington Court and Exmoor National Park which are beautiful in all seasons. To the east there is the Valley of the Rocks Lynton and Lynmouth and to the west the golden sands of Woolacombe Croyde and Saunton Sands are 10 minutes away. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: 1 double with TV radio with iPod dock and en-suite shower and WC a second bedroom with a 4 double bed with 3 single bed over perfect for 2 but can sleep 3 if requested. Bathroom: with bath and WC. Lounge/diner: with front line sea views TV Freeview and DVD. Kitchen: with cooker microwave washing machine fridge freezer and dishwasher. Outside: door from lounge/diner leading out to balcony area with patio furniture. Amenities: parking for 1 car. Bed linen bath towels electric central heating and wi-fi included. Regret no pets and no smoking. Additional info: 3 and 4 night short breaks are charged at 85% 5 nights are charged at 90% of the weekly rate. Location: shops pubs and beach walking distance.

3 bedroom apartment, Appledore, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £385 to £

Self catering accommodation in Appledore sleeps 6.

Features include: • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Fishing near by • Pub near by • apartment Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: SPACIOUS APARTMENT WITH RIVER VIEWS AND ROOF TERRACE Set in the delightful fishing village of Appledore a short stroll to the quayside where you can watch the fishing boats come in and the yachts sailing across the estuary. With a myriad of narrow streets quaint cottages pubs restaurants craft shops and art galleries. There is a slipway and small pebble beach in the village but a short drive away is the large expanse of golden sands at Westward Ho! and other leisure facilities such as horseriding tennis golf and cliff-top walks. Also a short drive is the sand dunes and beach at Instow and the Tarka Trail is close by where you can cycle or walk along this disused railway line and enjoy the various watering holes along the way. Conveniently positioned and built into the side of the hill this first floor apartment is entering via an internal staircase leading down to the accommodation which is then set all on one level and offers THREE bedrooms: all with TV and DVD 1 double with en-suite WC and 2 twin rooms. Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: with views over the rooftops to the River Torridge seating hi-fi flatscreen TV and DVD. Well-equipped kitchen with fridge/freezer electric cooker hob and hood dishwasher and microwave Separate cupboard housing washing machine. Outside: doors lead to an internal staircase leading up to the small roof terrace with seating and views over the estuary (strictly for adults use only). Amenities: roadside parking or weekly ticket available in Odun Road car park. Bed linen towels electric and central heating included. Regret no pets or smoking. Location: beach 2 miles quayside pubs shops and restaurants all within walking distance. Arrival: 3pm. Also owned by this Owner are Property Codes STABE and SNOOC

2 bedroom cottage, Buck Mills, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £340 to £

Self catering accommodation in Buck Mills sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Short Breaks • cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: FORMER WORKING MILL SET IN 27 ACRES PETS CORNER WITH CHICKENS DUCKS AND SHEEP Approached via a long private driveway the cottage is the perfect choice for a relaxing holiday within 27 acres of land to explore including a pets corner with sheep ducks and chickens and gardens which feature in the National Garden Scheme. The land borders the River Dipple and is an idyllic rural location surrounded by beautiful Devon countryside. The coastline and rock pool beach at Bucks Mills is a 10 minute drive and offers access to National Trust cliff-top walks. There are also long sandy surfing beaches within easy reach at Westward Ho! and Bude. There are a range of attractions nearby to suit all tastes which include The Big Sheep The Milky Way and Clovelly with its steep cobbled streets. In the evenings relax in the enclosed patio area or enjoy a meal in the village inn which is a 5 minute drive. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: 1 large double and 1 twin. Bathroom: upstairs with electric shower over bath and WC. Lounge/diner: feature fireplace with woodburner (first basket of logs included) flatscreen TV DVD iPod dock and access onto the enclosed sun trap patio. Kitchen: with cooker fridge/freezer dishwasher washer/dryer and microwave. Outside: enclosed sun trap patio area with seating and BBQ. Access to the owners large gardens with walks around owner s fields leading to the river. Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen electric and electric panel heaters included. Private water supply. Regret no pets. Location: beach 4 miles shop and pub within 2 miles.

2 bedroom cottage, Bideford, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Bideford sleeps 4.

Features include: • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Short Breaks • cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 2 PROPERTIES OPEN FARMLAND 1.5 ACRE LANDSCAPED GARDEN TROUT LAKE CHICKENS DUCKS AND SHEEP COUPLES CAN ENJOY 10% OFF OF THE SHOWN PRICE (IF NOT ALREADY DISCOUNTED) DURING OFF PEAK TIMES These comfortably furnished cottages are situated in a peaceful rural village affording spectacular countryside views and providing the perfect base for touring Devon s beautiful rugged coastline and unspoilt countryside. Walks are in abundance with Dartmoor and Exmoor being a 35 minute drive. Beach lovers will delight in the wide sandy beaches the nearest being at Westward Ho! There is a choice of tourist attractions within easy reach including the renowned RHS Rosemoor gardens The Milky Way The Big Sheep and Dartington Crystal. There are numerous outdoor activities including golf horse riding surfing canoeing as well as indoor pursuits to suit all ages and tastes. Leisure activities: guests are welcome to wander over the open farmland and the 1.5 acre glorious landscaped garden with swings pet paddock with chickens and guinea pigs leading onto a field with path to private trout lake kept well stocked for trout fishing with rods and flies available for hire. Games room: large recreation barn with badminton table tennis swingball footballs and trikes. Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen and all fuel costs included (October - March additional 20 per week for electric). Additional info: couples can enjoy 10% off the shown price (if not already discounted) during off-peak times. Location: beach 4 miles pub restaurant 1 mile shop and indoor pool 4 miles. A first-floor single-storey cottage with access via external staircase and offers TWO bedrooms: 1 double and 1 bunk bedroom. The main bedroom overlooks the neighbour s farm where one or two cattle are sometimes housed. Shower room: with WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: comfortable L-shaped room with TV Freeview and DVD. Fully-fitted kitchen area with electric cooker microwave and fridge. Outside: private small front lawn with garden furniture. Amenities: regret no pets.