4 Bedroom Cottage in Appledore

Set on a quiet cobbled lane in the very heart of Appledore an enviable position just five minutes’ walk from the quayside, pubs, shops, galleries, cafés and the village bakery. Despite being so central, the house feels peaceful and tucked away. From the quayside, guests can hop on the seasonal ferry across the estuary to Instow, home to a wide sandy beach, popular cafés and relaxed waterside dining. Keen walkers can join the nearby South West Coast Path, offering beautiful estuary and coastal routes, while family-friendly attractions such as The Milky Way Adventure Park, which is only 11 miles away. Only 2.5 miles away, Westward Ho!’s expansive sandy beach and championship links golf course are also close by, making this an ideal base for exploring North Devon. Arranged over three floors, this elegant Victorian villa is welcoming and full of character. The ground floor features a comfortable sitting room, perfect for relaxing evenings, with a cosy log burner, TV and a good selection of board games. The well-equipped kitchen opens directly onto the sunny deck, making it easy to move between indoor and outdoor living. On the first floor, there are three beautifully presented bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom with shower. Two of the bedrooms offer flexible zip-and-link beds, allowing them to be set up as super-king or twin rooms, while the third is a double with lovely views across the estuary towards Instow. A second staircase leads to the top floor, where the light-filled main bedroom provides a peaceful retreat with a king-size bed, small seating area, dressing space, en-suite bathroom and tea-making facilities. From many of the bedrooms, guests can wake up to far-reaching views across the water. Outside, the enclosed garden offers several inviting spaces to relax and unwind. There’s a lawn ideal for children or lazy afternoons, a patio for al fresco dining complete with both gas and charcoal barbecues, and a deck overlooking the estuary with views across to Instow. Guests are also welcome to use the dedicated shed, stocked with games, beach gear, wetsuits and boogie boards — perfect for making the most of days by the sea. Together, the outdoor spaces provide a wonderful extension of the house, ideal for soaking up Appledore’s coastal charm.