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Idle Hour

Westward Ho!, Devon
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Internet access
Hot Tub
EV Charging
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Incredible reverse-level property with first-floor patio and outdoor furniture
  • Ground-floor hot tub to relax in on balmy evenings
  • Private access to Northam Burrows: part of the UK's first UNESCO Biosphere

Property code: OC-IDLEHO

This two-bedroom reverse-level holiday cottage offers a unique experience. Tucked away on an exclusive site in Westward Ho!, lucky guests who stay here can enjoy private access to the sand dunes, salt marsh, grassland and rocky shoreline of Northam Burrows Country Park – part of the UK's first Biosphere Reserve. And when you’re not feeling the sand between your toes, you can be enjoying the distant sea views from the balcony or indulging in a soothing soak in the bubbling hot tub.

With two comfortably decorated bedrooms - one king-size and one twin - both with stylish en-suite shower rooms, you will wake up feeling refreshed and ready for the day ahead. The master bedroom opens onto a patio with a table, chairs, and a private hot tub, perfect for soaking beneath the stars. Carpeted stairs lead up to the open-plan kitchen, dining, and lounge area. This contemporary space offers distant sea views across Northam Burrows, and two sofas have been thoughtfully placed to take advantage of the TV. There is also a balcony on this level with outdoor furniture.

For sports lovers, Royal North Devon Golf Club, the oldest golf course in the country, is less than half a mile away. Founded in 1864, the course has been named one of Golf World's ‘Top 100 Courses in the World’. The picturesque seaside village of Westward Ho! is also accessible within a short 1-mile walk. With a range of eateries catering for all tastes, and seaside shops to explore, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The beach offers lots of entertainment for children, including rock pooling, playing in the surf, building sandcastles and flying kites. For those wishing to explore further afield, there is the RHS Rosemoor Gardens at nearby Great Torrington (10 miles), and the 180-mile Tarka Trail provides an excellent opportunity to explore the local area on foot or by bike.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms - en-suite shower rooms with WCs
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair
  • Smart TV with sound bar and Bluetooth connection
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Patio and balcony with outdoor furniture
  • Hot tub
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • EV electric car-charging point included.
  • Beach 0.5 miles, pub and shop 1 mile
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Julie Marwood-Jones

This property is personally managed by Julie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 35 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Richard 28th December 2024

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The cottage was absolutely perfect! There was a beautiful Christmas tree decorated for us on arrival. The hot tub was spotlessly clean and we used this every day that we were there. We would thoroughly recommend a stay at this property.

Reviewed by Liz 10th November 2024

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Very clean. Large upstairs living/kitchen area. Bedrooms snug but with excellent showers. Would suggest not great for dog as rear "garden" is fully paved patio. Probably better in summer when pre-bed walk would be in daylight!

Reviewed by Alison 4th November 2024

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Lovely stay everything you needed would totally recommend

Reviewed by Gemma 27th October 2024

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Reviewed by Jacqueline 29th September 2024

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Cottage clean, spacious and comfortable. Showers in bathrooms large and easy to use. Lovely hot tub in secluded area. All mod cons and a few extras like hand soap and washing up liquid were appreciated. My two girls, the dog and myself fitted nicely although the lack of storage space in the small bedroom was a slight problem. Would stay here againRead more as nicely placed for exploring this part of Devon. Good shops and plenty of places to eat out if you don't want to cook! Hide

Reviewed by Annabelle 9th September 2024

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Reviewed by Kim 4th August 2024

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Great property with a good location. The property was well kitted out and the hot tub was a fantastic addition. It has easy access to the beach and if you have a dog you can take your dog on the beach at the back of the property and its also a short walk into the centre of Westward Ho. We didnt use our car much because everything was in walking diRead morestance. I would definitely return to this property. Hide

Reviewed by Tom 24th June 2024

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Reviewed by Lynne 15th June 2024

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Idle Hour, is an ideal holiday home. Good location, well equipped and comfortable.

Reviewed by Ian 10th June 2024

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Lovely accommodation, ideally placed for the amenities in Westward Ho!

Reviewed by Teresa 22nd May 2024

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Fantastic location and accommodation, a great home from home and the hot tub is so relaxing at the end of a long day.

Reviewed by Mark 13th April 2024

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We loved it. Great accommodation, comfortable, good quality bed and bed linen. Access to an ev charger a big differentiator for us when choosing a property.

Reviewed by Sean 7th April 2024

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Lovely home, great location and very clean.

Reviewed by Jane 27th March 2024

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The cottage is in a great location, really well equipped, we had a lovely holiday.

Reviewed by Jayne 29th January 2024

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Overall property was lovely, owner was very quick to replace broken internet router on our arrival, very spacious, not very much bedroom storage , would of struggled if we had been a family, otherwise lovely break.

Reviewed by Gavin 28th November 2023

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Reviewed by Deborah 19th November 2023

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Reviewed by Rachel 29th October 2023

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Ideal location, great for a family of four and a dog. Nice choice of places to eat, close to the coastal path and other attractions, perfect for a half term break!

Reviewed by Margaret 11th October 2023

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Lovely, pet friendly holiday home. Hot tub a definite plus. Really like this development, 4th visit! Great to have parking out front of accomodation. Recommend.

Reviewed by Lara 4th September 2023

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Reviewed by Carly 30th July 2023

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Reviewed by Zoe 23rd July 2023

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Reviewed by Sean 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Richard 8th July 2023

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Reviewed by Cameron 10th June 2023

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Idle Hour is a lovely spacious house. Location is ideal for both beach and town access. And it is easy to travel to other beaches from Idle Hour. At the end of the day you have a hot tub to soak in. We had a great walk and will look to return.

Reviewed by Sue 28th May 2023

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Excellent location, very close to the beach and the town with all its amazing cafes and restaurants. Very well equipped place and very comfy beds. The hot tub was an added bonus!

Reviewed by Jenna 21st May 2023

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Lovely modern well presented property. Walking distance to Westward Ho! Beach and a short drive to most other places. I would say the only thing lacking would be lack of draw clothing storage in the bedrooms, plenty of hanging space though! Already looking at next year's dates.

Reviewed by Rose 14th May 2023

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Reviewed by Naomi 2nd May 2023

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Absolutely loved the property (please pass this compliment on to the owners, there wasn't a pen to write in the book. Very well appointed, perfect for us who like peace & queit. Not far from the main part but far enough to be peaceful. Loved the Burrows, what a treat. Plenty of little towns to walk to. The property itself had everything we needed Read more& more, so nice to come back with all of our washing clean, just had to put it away once home! The bookshelf was a hit for me whilst the other half watched Snooker on the Smart TV. Netflix was great for our relaxing time after walks. Hottub really soothed our bones after hikes, especially as I carried our dog in her dog backpack. Our dog loved the area too, especially the sandy beach which was easy for her to walk on, she has arthritis. The beach was vast so lots of room for all dogs to run free. The property was very clean, well furnished & towels provided. Hot towel rail was another bonus. Just a lovely place! Hide

Reviewed by Ben 1st May 2023

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Reviewed by Natalie 20th April 2023

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Reviewed by Eira 10th April 2023

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Reviewed by Denise 9th April 2023

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Reviewed by Debra 2nd April 2023

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Reviewed by Mark 14th February 2023

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