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Little Puffins

Appledore, Devon
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Waterside Views
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • This tastefully renovated and romantic cottage rests in a quiet courtyard 
  • Just minutes from galleries, craft shops and bistros, within the National Heritage district of Appledore 
  • Only 2 miles from the beach and golden dunes of Westward Ho! and Instow
Property code: OC-L27459

Have a ball in Appledore, Cornwall, with your partner and puppies. You’ll be staying in a former fishing cottage, close to an estuary and the sea. There are plenty of beautiful places to explore, and then you can return to a cosy place for romantic meals with your loved one.

Enter the property to find a combined living area. Most of the space is taken up by the lounge, where comfortable sofas huddle around a wood burner-effect electric fire, and on the other end, there’s a kitchenette split in two with a fold-out dining table. The whole cottage is tastefully renovated throughout with a modern coastal theme.  At the end of the evening, head upstairs for the king-size bedroom. It’s a comfortable place where you’ll get plenty of rest and wake feeling refreshed. There’s a spacious vanity shower room with WC and vaulted celiing. This property doesn’t have a private garden, but there is a shared courtyard with seating: the perfect spot for breakfast on a sunny morning.

Appledore is a charming village with a gorgeous, timeless atmosphere. Take your partner’s hand and the dogs’ leashes and walk to Grey Sands, the bank of the river (2 miles) or visit Westward Ho! Beach (2.5 miles), which is partially dog friendly. Tapeley Park Gardens (2 miles) is also lovely, and you can amble around the gardens, do a house tour or grab a slice of cake (and a dog treat) at the cafe. Dogs are welcome everywhere. The village itself has a few dog-friendly pubs and cafes if you’d like a hearty meal out.

  • 1 king-size bedroom 
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, split fridge, Belfast sink, dishwasher
  • Smart TV 
  • On-street parking 2 minute's stroll, plus large pay and display car park at end of street
  • Shops and pubs 300 metres, beach 2 miles
  • Seasonal sailboat hire
  • Home owners are always available to help and advise throughout your holiday
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Tania Robinson

This property is personally managed by Tania.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 37 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Susan 22nd May 2026

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Well presented and with many original touches everything we needed for a memorable holiday.

Reviewed by Jason 18th April 2026

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A lovely cottage in the heart of Appledore. A proper feel of what the village was like in years gone by. The local pub, the Beaver was lovely and the meals there are lovely.

Reviewed by Adrian 23rd November 2025

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Lovely cosy cottage. Fabulous location. Welcome pack very thoughtful.

Reviewed by Jamie 30th October 2025

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Beautiful, cosy cottage. Perfectly situated for pubs, cafe's etc and lovely walks from the doorstep. Host was very responsive and helpful. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Chris 19th October 2025

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Lovely little cottage. Small but ideal for 2 and very cosy and comfortable. Very well equipped,had everything you could ever need. A lovely welcome pack of Wine, chocolates ,milk etc. All very welcoming. Owners very helpful with parking and local info. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by David 15th September 2025

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This was a wonderful cottage for our visit, it was perfectly situated to the town, the coastal walks and the pubs and was more than happy with it. Thank you to the owners for the amazing welcome that we had when arrived

Reviewed by Julie 30th August 2025

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Reviewed by Steve 18th August 2025

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A wonderfully situated cottage tucked away secluded and cosy location. Spotlessly clean with the bonus of several items as a welcome pack i.e bottle of wine, cider, chocolates etc which was a really nice touch. The cottage was also light and airy and close to a couple of really fabulous pubs. The owners clearly care a great deal about the experiencRead moree of their guests! We would highly recommend this accommodation!! Hide

Reviewed by Andy 13th August 2025

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Good little cottage in a lovely town with lots to do

Reviewed by Clare 9th August 2025

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful cottage. It has been converted and decorated to a high standard and is very much a welcoming comfy place to stay. The thoughtful touches of treats for us as well as our dog were lovely and very much appreciated. Wouldnt hesitate to recommend.

Reviewed by Laura 25th July 2025

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A lovely comfortable cottage in quiet surroundings as it is tucked off in a little courtyard area. The cottage has been well renovated and is clean, comfortable with plenty of lovely features. The owners obviously take pride in Little Puffins and it did feel very homely. Little Puffins is perfectly situated for walking into the heart of AppledorRead moree which has plenty of places to eat and drink. We had a lovely meal in the Seagate pub and the pizzas from Flames were delicious. The owners had thoughtfully left us some milk, pastries from the local deli, scrummy, and some other goodies. It was lovely to be able to arrive and have a drink while unpacking rather than rushing out for some basics. Parking wise, we had no problems. We arrived after 6pm, which was free in the main carpark and then managed to park for the rest of our stay by the Harbour wall. Hide

Reviewed by Jason 20th July 2025

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We had a wonderful time a Little Puffins. The cottage had everything we needed. It was all nice and clean. Lots of lovely extras like the pastries, drink and dog treats. Communication with the owner was perfect.

Reviewed by Kerry 30th June 2025

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Perfect, romantic little hideaway. We absolutely loved this little gem of a cottage. Quaint, comfortable, well appointed with everything you need for a relaxing break. Bonus of a chilled bottle of Fizz and luxurious chocs awaiting our arrival really was the cherry on the cake. Hosts messaged the day before our arrival with helpful tips and advice tRead moreo make the most of our stay. Thank you so much Hide

Reviewed by Kathryn 22nd June 2025

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Reviewed by Emmaline 4th June 2025

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A superb, homely, comfy cottage in a great location. Easy to find, great little walks nearby. Lovely decor and really comfy bed!

Reviewed by Nicola 2nd June 2025

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Beautiful cottage ,feels like home ,comfy ,clean and extremely welcoming , lots of thought put into making you feel welcome , fresh flowers ,fresh pastries ,a variety of different alcohols and a beautiful box of chocolates ,all very much appreciated, also lovely added touches of a toy and dog chews for our 2 girls, who appreciated their goodies as Read moremuch as we did , fantastic location for the restaurants and bars which all do fab food ,best to pre book , 5 min drive from the beautiful sandy beach at westward ho , which our 2 whippets loved , thankyou for allowing us to stay in your beautiful cottage ,we would definitely consider coming back ,and would 100,% recommend to our friends and family Hide

Reviewed by Linda 25th May 2025

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Reviewed by Tracy 17th May 2025

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Lovely quiet cottage, beautiful interior with quirky touches. The owners are generous & thoughtful hosts supplied all the basics household & personal things you need. The welcome treats were a lovely surprise and really appreciated them. A little tricky locating the alleyway leading to the cottage despite directions but locals friendly & helpful,Read more we used the Quay car park. Appledore is a lovely quite relaxed coastal Village with a good mix of pubs and restaurants/cafes, there is a deli which you can buy fresh produce. We found three pubs (Beaver inn, The Royal. The Champ) have live music. We didnt use the buses but noticed that they served the village well. RHS Rosemoor worth a visit, lots of places to visit and fab beaches. Wished we could have stayed longer. Hide

Reviewed by Karl 5th May 2025

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Incredible place in a fantastic location. Excellent hosts providing extra comforts Above and beyond amenities provided.

Reviewed by Kevin 19th April 2025

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Lovely property! Although no car park theres street parking as well as a car park just down the road (we paid 30 for the week to park there). We arrived to dog treats and towels for our puppy, bottles of wine and cider and some croissants as well as lovely card from the owners. The cottage is stocked with the essentials you need too. The WestwardRead more Ho! beach is an 8 min drive away and is a lovely spot to take your dog, go for a dip or grab some scones and tea. We loved our stay and would definitely stay again! Hide

Reviewed by Peter 12th April 2025

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This was the best cottage we have stayed in over the years that is why I have rated it very good in all areas. Not only the cottage itself but the support of the owners was exemplary and on top of that the welcome pack was excellent

Reviewed by Kate 4th April 2025

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This cottage was a wonderful place to spend a few days. Everything needed was provided, the location was ideal for strolls along the quay in Appledore and to take advantage of the nearby eating places. The indoor was beautifully decorated and the pictures on the wall were lovely. The welcome package was a lovely surprise especially after a long driRead moreve. I can't praise this cottage, and the owners, too highly. 5* all round! Hide

Reviewed by Peter 5th March 2025

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This is a fabulous cottage, tucked away, peaceful and perfect for a nice short break. The hosts are amazing, fantastic communications, brilliant directions and very receptive if you need anything during your stay. The welcome pack is stunning, and some very nice personal touches (thank you for the Birthday card !!), and whilst we never met our greaRead moret hosts it felt like we'd known them for years ! Well equipped, beautifully restored and parking in local streets was never an issue in February. The story of the cottage is well worth a read too. In summary we loved Little Puffins, an amazing cottage with the best hosts you will ever experience, we will be back xx Hide

Reviewed by Paul 12th October 2024

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Lovely little cottage with everything we needed for our 4 night stay will visit again I'm sure.

Reviewed by Samantha 1st October 2024

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I really enjoyed staying in Little Puffins as it was very comfortable and warm. The decor throughout was very tasteful and compliments the nautical location. The bathroom was of a very generous size and the shower a perfect way to relax after an energetic day on the beach. I would definitely come again and recommend it to my friends and family.

Reviewed by Adrian 18th September 2024

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We loved Little Puffins! Full of charm and character and ideally located in Appledore, it has been sympathetically renovated and is now very comfortable and well equipped. The owners had provided all the essentials for us when we arrived so we could settle straight in. They are easily contactable if you need help with anything but we didn't apart Read morefrom a question about where to put the rubbish. The cottage is not easy to find initially, as the entrance to Ibex Court from Irsha Street is very small but once found, never forgotten! We parked in the Churchfields car park on The Quay, which was 30 for a week via RingGo. There is free parking along Torridge Road as an alternative. Recommend the nearby Beaver Inn for excellent food but you need to book if you have a dog so that you can eat in the bar. Hide

Reviewed by Annette 4th September 2024

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Thank you Clancy for your warm welcome and a lovely stay at Little Puffins.

Reviewed by Laura 26th August 2024

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Reviewed by Karen 24th August 2024

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Really lovely cottage, beautifully decorated and furnished. The cottage was in a great location for exploring Appledore & the surrounding area.

Reviewed by Sheridan 21st August 2024

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Reviewed by Marina 14th August 2024

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This was a very high-quality cottage, one of the best that I have stayed in, very clean very comfortable, great location and a fantastic welcome pack.

Reviewed by Kamil 30th July 2024

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Absolutely amazing welcome pack , cottage was amazing. Spacious and open plan make it work. The best location , and very friendly owners

Reviewed by Lorna 18th July 2024

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A really lovely cottage in a historic part of Appledore. I enjoyed my stay so much, very comfortable, clean and welcoming. Many thanks

Reviewed by Robert 14th July 2024

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Very clean and cosy great place for Appledore and the surrounding areas

Reviewed by David 8th July 2024

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A quiet location and a very generous welcome pack. A beautiful cottage close to all amenities.

Reviewed by Pamela 29th June 2024

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Cottage is very cosy and within walking distance to quayside, restaurants and shops.

Reviewed by Tracy 22nd June 2024

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A lovely, tucked away gorgeous cottage. Very clean with all you need, bedding, towels, kitchen equipment, great WiFi etc. Beautifully decorated and cared for throughout. Lovely big comfy bed, large airy modern well laid out bathroom extremely cosy open plan lounge/kitchen. Great information on the area to hand including a lovely story about the cotRead moretage renovation. Fantastic and very generous welcome pack of tea, coffee, fruit juice, wine, beer, chocolates and freshly baked crossaints....such a lovely touch. A short stroll to the local shops, eateries & pubs. Would highly recommend and cannot wait to go again! Hide

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