Woolacombe and Mortehoe Cottages
Woolacombe is world class. If you don’t believe us, check out Trip Advisor. They recently voted it the best beach in the UK. Also, it often appears in lists of the world’s best beaches. It’s easy to see why. It has easy access and is clean and beautiful, with great surf and good facilities. The sands stretch for a few miles south towards Putsborough and are a great place to walk the dog, ride a horse, surf or laze the day away. Marine Drive, a National Trust owned road above the dunes, gives access to the centre of the beach and has great views. Perfect for a sundowner.
Woolacombe itself is a Regency resort with an elegant hotel and beautiful sea facing villas. It also has shops, restaurants and pubs and is a great place to stay and play. Head to Barricane Beach for fantastic local seafood cooked street style on the sands. It’s the best way to watch the sunset.
Continue north from Woolacombe, past Barricane and Grunter beaches and you’ll come to Mortehoe, a tiny village adjacent to Morte Point. The area is rich in maritime history – and shipwrecks - that can be traced at the Heritage Centre. The Norman Church is worth a look too. As with everywhere else on the coast here, the coastal walking is excellent.
Further round the coast you’ll find Lee Bay, a cove that’s punctuated with rocks, rock pools and sand. At low tide it’s possible to walk to Sandy Cove, an isolated stretch of shingle. The village and valley are often called ‘fuchsia valley’, as the hedgerows and woods come alive in the flowering season in a riot of red. There are lots of walks nearby, especially through Borough Valley, one of Devon’s steep and wooded ‘combes’, and the coastal areas either side are owned by the National Trust. So it’ll stay that way for generations to come. Enjoy it!
Take a little time to browse through our selection of holiday cottages in Woolacombe and Mortehoe. We’re certain you’ll find something just right for a truly special Devon holiday.
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Mortehoe, North Devon Coast
GLENHA
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£476 - £956- Offering panoramic sea views this delightful second floor apartment is within a short downhill walk of wonderful sandy beaches
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Pet
- 1 Bathroom
- WiFi
- Private parking
- Beach 0.2 miles
- Pub 0.4 miles
Woolacombe, North Devon Coast
APAR1
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£374 - £821- A modern apartment with fabulous sea views in a quiet location a few minutes walk from the beach and village centre.
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Pet
- 1 Bathroom
- WiFi
- Private parking
- Beach 0.4 miles
- Pub 0.4 miles
Lee Bay, North Devon Coast
ROOST
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£521 - £811- A peaceful romantic getaway location complete with outdoor hot tub and covered verandah.
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- 2 Pets
- 1 Bathroom
- WiFi
- Private parking
- Hot tub
- Open fire or woodburner
- Beach 0.8 miles
- Pub 0.5 miles

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Mortehoe, North Devon Countryside
BARRI
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£396 - £831- Spacious apartment for two with wonderful sea and coastal views.
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Pet
- 1 Bathroom
- WiFi
- Private parking
- Beach 0.5 miles
- Pub 0.15 miles
Woolacombe, North Devon Coast
WAVES
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£405 - £956- A wonderful property in a lovely location with fabulous sea views. A good choice of shops, pubs/restaurants and Woolacombe beach just a short stroll away.
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- 2 Pets
- 1 Bathroom
- WiFi
- Private parking
- Beach 0.1 miles
- Pub 0.3 miles
Woolacombe, North Devon Coast
CROFTA
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£345 - £711- A delightful apartment in a quiet location offering lovely sea views. Just over a mile from the facilities, Woolacombe beach and the hilltop coastal village of Mortehoe.
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- 2 Pets
- 1 Bathroom
- WiFi
- Garden
- Private parking
- Beach 1.6 miles
- Pub 1.5 miles

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Woolacombe, North Devon Coast
WAVEC
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£306 - £721- High quality apartment with views overlooking Woolacombe Bay. Attractive accommodation with private patio and garden.
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- No Pets
- 1 Bathroom
- WiFi
- Garden
- Private parking
- Beach 0.25 miles
- Pub 0.25 miles
Woolacombe, North Devon Coast
SEABLU
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£356 - £826- Spacious apartment offering magnificent sea views both from the main living and bedroom areas as well as from the large private decked balcony.
- 2 Guests
- 1 Bedroom
- No Pets
- 1 Bathroom
- WiFi
- Private parking
- Beach 0.1 miles
- Pub 0.1 miles
Woolacombe, North Devon Coast
PALMS1
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£481 - £1411- A spacious and attractive property within walking distance of a surfing beach & village amenities. Hillside garden and private patios offering wonderful countryside/sea views.
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Pet
- 2 Bathrooms
- WiFi
- Garden
- Private parking
- Beach 0.5 miles
- Pub 0.5 miles

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Woolacombe, North Devon Coast
TAMAR
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£448 - £1036- A modern stylish and surprisingly spacious ground floor apartment just a stones throw from the beach and village centre. *** Special lower price offered for couples in low season***
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- No Pets
- 1 Bathroom
- WiFi
- Private parking
- Beach 0.1 miles
- Pub 0.1 miles
Mortehoe, North Devon Coast
COMBE
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£491 - £1206- Spacious apartment with uninterrupted views of Woolacombe Bay and just a short walk from the picturesque village of Mortehoe and delightful sandy coves.
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Pet
- 1 Bathroom
- WiFi
- Private parking
- Beach 0.5 miles
- Pub 0.15 miles
Woolacombe, North Devon Coast
SHORE1
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£545 - £1281- A modern high quality apartment in a great location overlooking the full length of Woolacombe Bay towards Putsborough and Baggy Point.
- 4 Guests
- 2 Bedrooms
- No Pets
- 2 Bathrooms
- WiFi
- Garden
- Private parking
- Beach 0.2 miles
- Pub 0.2 miles