A Rare Old Station, Appledore is a spacious, stylish four-bedroom cottage arranged over three storeys, perfect for family holidays by the water. As you enter, a cosy snug greets you with a Smart TV, DVD and Xbox, before opening out into the bright open-plan lounge, kitchen and diner. Here, keen cooks will appreciate the electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave and fridge / freezer, while a breakfast bar with stools offers a casual spot for morning coffee. The lounge area's comfy corner sofa and bi-folding doors open onto the decked balcony, framing glorious estuary views.
Step outside to discover a rear enclosed lawn garden, complete with secure storage for bikes and surfboards and handy rear pedestrian access, ideal for rinsing off sandy feet. The decked balcony, dressed with garden furniture, is the perfect perch for sunset drinks overlooking the bustling water. Upstairs, four bedrooms sleep the whole family: a double with river views and an en-suite shower, a twin room, and a single on the first floor, plus a further double tucked into the eaves on the second floor with panoramic water views. A front garden leads to allocated off-road parking for one car, with further roadside parking nearby.
Picture evenings on the decked balcony, glass in hand, watching fishing boats drift home across the glittering estuary as the sky turns gold. Mornings might begin with a stroll through Appledore's cobbled lanes to the quayside for fresh pastries, while afternoons call for sandy toes at Westward Ho! or Instow. As night falls, gather back at the cottage, Xbox games underway downstairs, the gentle sound of the water lulling you to sleep.
A Rare Old Station, Appledore sits within this charming fishing village on the Torridge estuary, with an array of North Devon adventures close at hand. Westward Waves Surf School in Westward Ho! (2 km) offers friendly, expert tuition for first-time surfers and seasoned wave-riders alike. The Big Sheep in Abbotsham (6 km) promises a fun-filled family day of rides, live sheep shows and entertainment guaranteed to raise a smile. Ilfracombe Aquarium (18 km) invites you to trace an Exmoor stream's journey from source to sea through fascinating displays, while Dragon Archery in Holsworthy (27 km) delivers a thrilling themed archery experience steeped in historical and fantasy flair.
Venture further afield to uncover more of Devon's treasures. Exmoor Distillery in Dulverton (46 km) crafts award-winning gin and spirits using traditional methods and locally foraged botanicals, with tours and tastings on offer. Wall in the Hall in Tiverton (52 km) is an inventive climbing and bouldering centre, its evolving mural and creative workshops appealing to adventurous types of all ages. Tiverton Castle, also 52 kilometres away, is a grand medieval fortress with beautiful walled gardens, offering centuries of history to explore on a private tour.
The popular resort of Woolacombe, 13 kilometres from the cottage, boasts a beach regularly ranked among Britain's best, with stretches welcoming dogs all year round. Okehampton, a lively market town perched on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, lies a 38-kilometre drive away, ideal for those keen to explore the wilder reaches of Devon's moorland.
