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Puffins Retreat

Braunton, Devon
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Spend quality time with friends and family in this peaceful retreat in Braunton
  • Take in the natural beauty of the North Devon coastline along one of many local trails
  • Nearby to Croyde which has popular tourist attractions and excellent surfing

Property code: OC-PUFFR

This spacious modern house in the lively village of Braunton, just 2 miles from the vast expanse of Saunton Sands, is perfectly located for glorious, year-round walkies with your favourite pups. The stylishly furnished holiday home sleeps six guests and two canine companions, with room for your pets to play in the enclosed patio or snooze in front of the wood burner after a day’s adventures. Saunton Sands offers superb surfing and swimming, while foot and cycle paths in the lovely surrounding countryside include the long-distance Tarka Trail, which runs through Braunton.

An entrance hall leads to a light and airy, open-plan living space overlooking the patio, with comfortable sofas and a wood burner. The delightful contemporary kitchen and dining area are a lovely spot for families or friends to chat over a leisurely meal. Upstairs are three charming bedrooms: a king-size, a double and a twin, with Velux windows, plus a family bathroom. Outside, the patio has pretty shrubs and garden furniture to seat six. Your four-legged friends can explore their new surroundings safely while you sit back and relax.

The golden beach at family-friendly Saunton Sands (2.5 miles) has food outlets, beach shops, and toilets. Play catch the stick with your furry pals and splash through the shallows together as you walk the 3-mile length of beautiful sand. Keen to learn the art of surfing? Surf schools here and on neighbouring Croyde beach (5 miles) will teach novices how to ride the waves. Braunton is home to the Museum of British Surfing, along with a good range of shops and restaurants. Enjoy unspoiled country and woodland views along the Tarka Trail, while your faithful hounds investigate fascinating new smells.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with a shower over the bath and WC, 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, washer/dryer, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available
  • Welcome pack
  • Wood burner - first basket of logs supplied
  • TV and Blu-ray DVD player
  • Enclosed patio area with garden furniture
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • The EV Charger is provided by Go Zero and is situated in the carport located next to the parking space. Use of the charger is via a QR Code or website link; you will need to enter your payment details and at the end of the charge session you will only be charged for the amount you have used. The QR Code and website address are provided in the guest information folder at the property.
  • Beach – 2.5 miles
  • Pub – 0.5 miles
  • Shop – 0.5 miles
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Jayde Vaggers

This property is personally managed by Jayde.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Ronald 10th May 2026

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Good position, easy walk to village and nice quiet location.

Reviewed by Vanessa 8th March 2026

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Great cottage very well equipped and clean. Bonus to have parking and an enclosed garden. Would certainly recommend. The neighbour was very friendly and put the dustbins away for us too. Plenty of places to eat out and a good butchers . A lovely area to explore.

Reviewed by Paul 5th January 2026

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Great accommodation situated in a good location close to the centre of the village

Reviewed by Lee 29th December 2025

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Lovely clean modern property with a well equipped kitchen. Also loved the log burner making Christmas very cosy. Only a 10 minute drive from Saunton sands which is stunning and a lovely dog walk. Braunton has all you need with a Tesco and various other shops including some great dog friendly pubs and a chippy. Also a great walk down the River Caen Read morewith dogs only 2 mins from the property. Overall a lovely stay. Hide

Reviewed by Mike 1st November 2025

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A very nice homely property with all the facilities you need for a pleasant holiday. Everything was very clean and tidy on arrival. The beds were very comfortable. The village/small town is a three minute walk away and has a good range of shops and restaurants. It makes a really good base from which to explore this area. Having a NT property and RHRead moreS Rosemoor gardens both easily accessible is a real plus. The neighbours and people in the village were all very friendly and helpful. I would definitely visit again (but next time I would avoid Ilfracombe). Hide

Reviewed by Anne 5th October 2025

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Reviewed by Wyn 29th September 2025

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Tastefully decorated, nicely furnished light and airy home. Wood burner makes this modern home really cosy. Well equipped kitchen. Great location.

Reviewed by Jane 28th September 2025

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This is a very spacious house and well presented, with everything you could need for your stay. The location in the village is excellent, with plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Emma 24th August 2025

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A really spacious and comfortable holiday home with everything you will need. Great location, walkable to a big supermarket in Braunton and close for Croyde, Saunton and Woolacombe beaches all no more than 20 minute drive. We hired bikes from a company 5 min drive away and did the Tarka Trail highly recommend it.

Reviewed by Lesley 20th July 2025

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Very clean and well equipped house. Excellent position, just a few minutes walk to the town with a variety of shops and restaurants. Also great that we could go on walks from the house and leave the car behind.

Reviewed by David 29th June 2025

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Reviewed by Graham 17th June 2025

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Well equipped modern cottage in a courtyard development with allocated parking out front. Good village centre location.

Reviewed by Sally 8th June 2025

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Property in a nice position for Braunton and areas. Everything you could need was in the property and extremely comfortable beds and nice bathroom. Good quality bedding and towels which were nice. Lovely attention to detail throughout.

Reviewed by Sonia 25th May 2025

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The property was clean and well equipped, close to the centre and quiet

Reviewed by Geoff 8th May 2025

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Location of Cottage excellent for most amenities with good parking

Reviewed by David 28th October 2024

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Nice modern property in a good location in central Braunton, Convenient for pubs restaurants and shops. Buses available locally to Ilfracombe and Croyde if wanting a day out without the car.

Reviewed by Glenn 14th October 2024

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Second stay here and will come again. Excellent location, well equiped, comfortable and good value. Can recommend Puffins Retreat

Reviewed by Caroline 8th September 2024

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Reviewed by Paul 10th August 2024

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Reviewed by Andrew 28th July 2024

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The location is great for all amenities, lovely village, plenty of cutlery and crockery, and lots of towels provided.

Reviewed by Karen 1st July 2024

A lovely and modern place to stay and well maintained. All you can ask for with utensils, kitchen equipment etc. The bedrooms are airy with comfy beds. You would never know that our furry friends are allowed to stay as cleaned to an exceptional standard throughout. Parking near to house. A two minute walk into Braunton to visit shops, restaurants aRead morend pubs, all very friendly. An ideal base for visiting Woolacombe, Westward Ho, Saunton Sands and Croyde. A fabulous time, with memories made. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 17th June 2024

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Puffins retreat is located in the middle of Brauton and offers easy walking access to all the local pubs, shops and cafe. It also has quick access to the local beaches. It delivers a comfortable effortless base from which to explore the area.

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Canine 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.