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Wave Crest

Appledore, Devon
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Beautifully renovated cottage with a loving blend of original and contemporary features
  • Set in the heart of the fishing village of Appledore with the bustling quayside, quaint shops, and restaurants
  • A fantastic base for exploring North Devon and its attractions including Westward Ho! and Instow.
Property code: OC-W29254

Savour the exceptional comfort of this former fisherman’s cottage in Appledore. Sleeping four guests, the two-bedroom retreat is in a perfect position for wandering the picture-postcard village, with its quaint streets, galleries, independent shops and eateries. It is 2.5 miles from the golden sands of Westward Ho! Beach, where you can swim, surf and picnic.

Step up and straight into this traditional bolthole to find yourselves in the entrance, where you can hang your hats and coats. Amble on through to the welcoming lounge, where there are comfortable seats to unwind on and plantation shutters to offer privacy. This friendly room also has an abundance of character through its striking, stone chimney breast. Read a book in here or settle down in front of the Smart TV. The dining room, another lovely space, is beyond. Here you can enjoy breakfasts, lunches and dinners together, with the door to the courtyard garden open when the weather is warm. The modern kitchen is excellent for those eager to cater for their friends or family throughout their stay and there is a downstairs WC beyond. Your bedrooms and bathrooms are upstairs on the first floor. These are both king-size, one with an en-suite bathroom and walk-through dressing space and the other with an en-suite shower room. One of the bedrooms has zip-and-link beds that can be made up as singles by prior arrangement instead. Parking for this cottage is either in public pay and display car parks or free on the road near the quay, subject to availability.

Stroll 0.5 miles alongside the River Torridge to the ferry which operates across to Instow, with its beach, in the high season. Barnstaple, with its colourful shops, market stalls and eateries, is 11.5 miles away. Pick up the South West Coast Path at Westward Ho!

  • 2 bedrooms - 2 king-size, 1 King can be converted to 2 singles (zip n link).
  • 2 en-suite bathrooms - 1 with shower over bath and WC, 1 with shower and WC. Separate downstairs WC
  • Electric oven, electric hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave
  • Smart TV
  • Quaint patio area with seating
  • Beach 2 miles, pubs, restaurants, shops within 200 metres
  • Unallocated parking in public pay and display car parks, and free roadside parking along the Quay (subject to availability)
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Tania Robinson

This property is personally managed by Tania.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 11 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Walter 25th June 2026

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Lovely property in a lovely position, very clean and welcoming

Reviewed by Neil 10th April 2026

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Lovely property in a great location just minutes from the sea. The property itself was well-maintained and homely, with some nice touches on arrival. There is no car parking attached to the property, but there is a paid car park five mins away and free roadside parking a little further - we we able to park every time except one. We loved AppledoRead morere itself - a really nice atmosphere and not too busy (given it was Easter weekend). Hide

Reviewed by Paul 29th December 2025

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Reviewed by Nic 12th October 2025

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Lovely well equipped and stylishly modernised cottage in a great location providing easy access to the south west coast path and Northam Burrows as well as Appledore.

Reviewed by Pam 5th October 2025

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The cottage is stunning warm well equipped quality furnishings and fittings a great holiday home

Reviewed by Renee 29th September 2025

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Loved this cottage which was very comfortable (the gas fire was fabulous), good wifi connection throughout the property, comfy beds, clean throughout and all the utensils in the kitchen one could want. We did bring our own small espresso machine as we are particular about our coffee. Very good value for money.

Reviewed by Julie 11th July 2025

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Fantastic, comfortable and welcoming. Had everything you need. Excellent location to get around and walking. Couldnt fault it and would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Stephen 19th June 2025

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We really enjoyed our stay at wave crest. Great location. Comfortable bed. Good facilities.

Reviewed by Jacqui 20th April 2025

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Wave Crest is a really lovely cottage! It is clean comfortable, well equipped and tastefully presented. It appears to have been recently refurbished but retains some traditional features. The 2 bedrooms are both a decent size with comfy beds and en-suite bathrooms. Well located - 1 minute walk to a sea view, a couple of minutes walk to the nearest Read morepub, and about 10 minutes to the quay. This is our fifth trip to Appledore and our favourite cottage so far. Thank you! Hide

Reviewed by Richard 13th April 2025

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Excellent cottage, immaculate condition, looks like it has recently been renovated, short walk to center of Appledore so good location

Reviewed by Ruth 31st December 2024

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We loved our stay in this fabulous cottage. The location is great to discover Appledoor. On the history books trilogy at the cottage making investigating Apple door even more enjoyable. Parking was the easiest weve had in Apple door with just being 100 yards away.

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Marsdens Devon Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.