Plan a stay in the charming fishing village of Appledore, with a stay at this home right on the water’s edge. The four-bedroom home enjoys a sought-after position overlooking the estuary, making it a wonderful spot for larger groups and families. From the property, a private gate leads directly to the RNLI slipway and coast path so you can easily access open water swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding. Within 0.5 miles you’ll have Appledore’s colourful streets lined with independent galleries, welcoming cafés and the bustling quay. For beach days, the golden sands and rolling dunes of Westward Ho! are only 2 miles away.
This beautifully presented property really makes the most of its coastal vantage point, with large windows and glass doors showing off the views. The heart of the home is the spacious ground-floor living area, which has comfy sofas spread across both the lounge and cosy TV snug, alongside a wood burner for if you’re here during the colder months. In the impressive kitchen, you’ll have high-spec appliances for meal prep plus an extendable dining table made for long and sociable meals. There’s also a utility area and ground-floor shower room on this floor, along with two bedrooms: a king-size room, which can be made into a twin on request, and a double bedroom with an en-suite shower room. Upstairs are two super-king-size bedrooms with stunning coastal views, Tempur beds and toppers – one of which has an en-suite shower room. A family bathroom with a free-standing bath and panoramic views completes the property. There’s plenty of space for relaxing outside, too, with quarter-acre landscaped gardens with sea-view patios and several terraces for enjoying morning coffee or evening drinks. You’ll have a decked area ideal for morning yoga, plus an iconic Apple daybed for lazing in the sun. There’s also a games room in the large garage with table tennis and darts. Private parking is available for six cars.
Nearby, nature lovers will be perfectly placed for exploring Northam Burrows (0.5 miles) and setting off on foot or by bike along the scenic Tarka Trail (350 metres). The calm estuary beach at Instow (3 miles) is ideal for paddleboarding and family days by the water, while some of North Devon’s best surfing beaches, including Saunton Sands (8 miles), Croyde (11 miles) and Woolacombe (13 miles), are all within easy reach.